Discover Vietnam’s essence: Ha Long’s caves, Ninh Binh’s landscapes, and Hanoi’s culture. Private 5-day tour blending history, nature, and cuisine.
Discover Vietnam’s essence: Ha Long’s caves, Ninh Binh’s landscapes, and Hanoi’s culture. Private 5-day tour blending history, nature, and cuisine.
Noi Bai Airport - Halong
Noibai Airport Transfers - Welcome to Vietnam! Upon your arrival in Hanoi, a guide will greet you for a private transfer to your hotel in Halong for check-in.
Halong Bay - If time allows, you will be taken to Halong city to explore Quang Ninh Museum and Hon Gai market.
Day Cruise in Halong - Hanoi
Halong Bay -…
Noi Bai Airport - Halong
Noibai Airport Transfers - Welcome to Vietnam! Upon your arrival in Hanoi, a guide will greet you for a private transfer to your hotel in Halong for check-in.
Halong Bay - If time allows, you will be taken to Halong city to explore Quang Ninh Museum and Hon Gai market.
Day Cruise in Halong - Hanoi
Halong Bay - After enjoying breakfast at the hotel, you will be transferred to the pier for a shared boat trip, lasting 4 to 6 hours, on the emerald waters of Halong Bay, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Discover the enchanting scenery of Halong Bay, where thousands of limestone islands rise from the emerald sea in unique shapes, surrounded by vibrant floating villages, creating a truly breathtaking destination. Relish a fresh seafood lunch on a junk boat while cruising. In the late afternoon, you will return to Hanoi to check into your hotel and relax for the evening.
Amazing Landscapes in Ninh Binh
Hoa Lu Temples of the Dinh & Le Dynasties - This morning, enjoy a 1-hour 45-minute drive to Ninh Binh province. Hoa Lu was the ancient capital of Vietnam over a thousand years ago.
Tam Coc - Option 1: Tam Coc - Bich Dong
Lunch will be served at a local restaurant before you embark on a sampan ride along a tranquil stream to admire the majestic limestone cliffs, mysterious caves, and vast rice fields. On the return journey, disembark for a leisurely walk around Thai Vi temple. The villagers built Thai Vi temple to honor the Kings of the Tran Dynasty. It also houses a bell cast in 1689. Continue to visit Bich Dong (emerald-like grotto) nearby, where you can reach the top of the Upper Pagoda and enjoy a panoramic view of the paddy fields between Truong Yen Mountain. This grotto is renowned as “the most beautiful cave in Vietnam.” A scene from the popular French movie “Indochine” was filmed here in 1991. You will depart for Hanoi in the late afternoon.
Trang An Grottoes - Option 2: Trang An
After lunch, head to the Trang An Landscape Complex for a boat trip to explore the cave complex: Sang Cave, Toi Cave, Ba Giot Cave, and Nau Ruou, in their mysterious and wild beauty. Witness the stunning scenery of mountains and rivers, reminiscent of Halong Bay, in the land of Ninh Binh. After the tour, drive back to Hanoi and be dropped off at your hotel.
Hanoi City & Street Food Tour
Hanoi - Meet your guide around 07:30 am and head towards Hoan Kiem Lake. After visiting the Ngoc Son Temple, enjoy a visit to a traditional, local, and charming coffee shop to try Vietnam’s local coffee: Cà phê sữa đá (Iced coffee). For the adventurous, try the ‘Egg coffee’! After coffee, continue walking and stop at a street food spot to savor the delicious ‘bánh mì’ – a typical baguette sandwich filled with a variety of ingredients! Next, visit Hoa Lo Prison, where Vietnamese, American, and French prisoners of war were once held. At noon, stop at a ‘Bún Chả’ restaurant to try Hanoi’s specialty. Continue to the Temple of Literature, built in 1076 as Vietnam’s first university. Your last stop of the day is a walking tour of Hanoi’s Old Quarter. After a long day, finish with evening beers at the famous Bia Hoi, where you can taste local draft beer.
Hanoi Departure
Hanoi - Today, enjoy leisure time until your driver transfers you to the airport for your flight home. End of all services.

- Private transportation
- All admission fees at attractions as mentioned in the itinerary
- 4 nights accommodation (based on double/twin, single room is available upon request with surcharge)
- Lunch
- Private transportation
- All admission fees at attractions as mentioned in the itinerary
- 4 nights accommodation (based on double/twin, single room is available upon request with surcharge)
- Lunch
- Drinks in rooms and meals
- All other services which are not mentioned in INCLUDED
- Travel insurance
- Drinks in rooms and meals
- All other services which are not mentioned in INCLUDED
- Travel insurance
Embark on a private journey to truly experience the essence of Vietnam. Marvel at the stunning turquoise sea and the breathtaking cave system in Ha Long on a day cruise, while also immersing yourself in the lives, history, and culture of the local people on land. Discover the historical significance and natural beauty of Ninh Binh by choosing from its…
Embark on a private journey to truly experience the essence of Vietnam. Marvel at the stunning turquoise sea and the breathtaking cave system in Ha Long on a day cruise, while also immersing yourself in the lives, history, and culture of the local people on land. Discover the historical significance and natural beauty of Ninh Binh by choosing from its renowned attractions, and appreciate the blend of historical sites and scenic landscapes. Enjoy a city tour that showcases Hanoi’s thousand-year-old culture through its architecture and people, complemented by a food tour featuring a variety of delicious street foods.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.