HANOI - NINH BINH DISCOVERY AND OVERNIGHT IN HOMESTAY/BUNGALOW (L/D)

Old Quarter - 07:10 – 07:20: The guide and driver will pick you up from your accommodation in the Hanoi Old Quarter Area or the Hanoi Opera House if you’re outside this area, and then proceed to Ninh Binh, which is a 2-hour drive.

Hoa Lu Ancient Capital - 10:15 - 10:30: Explore Hoa Lư, the ancient capital of Vietnam from 968 to 1010. This visit offers an opportunity to learn about Vietnamese history during the feudal era under the Dinh, Le, and Ly Dynasties.

Tam Coc - 11:45: Enjoy lunch at a restaurant featuring a variety of local dishes.
13:00: Experience Tam Coc on a 1.5-hour bamboo boat ride. Be captivated by the enchanting scenery, including paddy fields, rivers, clouds, sky, and an impressive cave system during the boat journey. This area is often referred to as “Ha Long Bay on land” by the Vietnamese.
14:30: Continue the tour with a 45-minute cycling excursion around the village to explore the local lifestyle.

Mua Caves - 16:00: The final stop is Mua Cave. Often likened to the “Great Wall of China,” visitors can climb 500 steps to the top of Mua Cave for a breathtaking view of Ninh Binh and a panoramic vista of Tam Coc.

Ninh Binh - At the end of the day, guests will be taken directly to their Homestay/Bungalow for check-in, followed by dinner at the homestay/bungalow restaurant. Enjoy free time to relax and observe the local community and village life. Overnight stay at the homestay/bungalow in Ninh Binh.

NOTE: FOR DAY 1: You have the option to choose another day tour instead, such as the Hoa Lu Trang An Mua Cave Group Tour with Bike.

TRANSFER FROM NINH BINH TO HALONG BAY DAY CRUISE - HANOI (B/L)

Ninh Binh - Between 7:00 to 07:10: After breakfast, check out from your room at the Homestay/Bungalow. A shared limousine bus will pick you up from your accommodation in Ninh Binh and transfer you to Halong Bay for an Overnight Cruise (no guide during transfer). The drive to Halong Bay takes approximately 4 to 4.5 hours.

Tuan Chau Island - Arrive at Tuan Chau Marina - Halong Bay between 11:00 AM to 11:30 AM. Relax in the cruise’s lounge while waiting for the group and guide from Hanoi.

Halong Bay - *Highlights of the Halong Bay Group Day Cruise:
-12:00: Board the Day Cruise and begin a 6-hour exploration of the Ha Long Bay World Heritage Site.
-Receive a warm welcome on board & a safety briefing.
-Enjoy a meal featuring delicious Vietnamese cuisine.
-Engage in kayaking or bamboo boat rowing at Luon Cave (Small Cave) or relax on the boat’s sundeck.
-Visit Sung Sot Cave, the most beautiful cave in the bay.
-Explore Ti Top Island for beach swimming or hike up the mountain for a panoramic view of Halong Bay.
-On the return journey to the mainland, enjoy a Sunset Party and take in the views of Halong Bay.
-Between 17:45 PM to 18:00 PM: The boat returns to TUAN CHAU MARINA (Mainland). Bid farewell to the crew and Halong Bay.

Old Quarter - Say goodbye to Halong and board the transfer back to Hanoi City, a 2.5-hour drive. Arrive in Hanoi and be dropped off at your hotel/accommodation in the HANOI OLD QUARTER AREA between 20:30 PM to 20:45 PM. The 2-day package concludes.

• Entrance fees for sightseeing & tour guide
• 1 night private room in Ninh Binh Homestay/Bungalow
• All transfer during the package by Limousine Bus
• Lunch
• Dinner
• Breakfast
• Join full-day Ninh Binh & Day Cruise in Halong Bay

• Beverages, Tips and Personal Expenses

The Combined Trip to Ha Long Bay and Ninh Binh 2 Days Tour from Hanoi is a BEST CHOICE for who would like to save time and money. Explore the beauty and history of Mua Cave and Tam Coc Cave, Hoa Lu Ancient Capital. Join interesting activities: Biking on countryside road, 2hour Boat Trip on Ngo Dong River Hiking to peak of Mua Cave where best place to overview and sightseeing. Uncover the stunning beauty of the Luon Cave while kayaking on the blue water. Discovery most beautiful destinations, Sung Sot Cave, Luon Cave, Titop Island. Vietnamese traditional Food on Lunch with seafood. Discover the most beautiful and famous places on Halong Bay with 6 Hours Cruising. Activities: Swim on Titop beach, Kayak or Bamboo boat to visit the beautiful caves, hiking to peak of Titop Moutain…

• FOR NINH BINH: Please note , no guide with guests at Homestay/Bungalow.
• Cruise itinerary and schedule are subject to change due to weather, tide levels and operating conditions. Swimming, kayaking or bamboo sampan may be canceled due to poor weather.
• Meals on board are fusion: Vietnamese, seafood…. Guests should advise any special food preferences, allergies or dietary requirements.

If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.