A five-day trip to the poetic and serene Ninh Binh, which is home to mountains and rivers, the magnificent Halong Bay, which has thousands of islands and islets and emerald water, and the historical Hanoi, which is home to the old quarter and traditional water puppet theater, will allow you to experience the best of Northern Vietnam.
DAY 1: HANOI ARRIVAL
Hanoi, the capital of Vietnam, is a city of lakes, shaded streets and verdant public parks. Come to Hanoi, you will have a chance to explore the rich cultural heritage with the Old Quarter, prominent delicious Vietnamese cuisine as well as other interesting spots.
Upon arrival at Hanoi’s Noi Bai Airport, Viet Exquisite's guide and driver will welcome and take you to your hotel. After check-in, you are free to stroll around the city and catch a first glimpse of this peaceful city. Overnight in Hanoi.
- Meals: No
- Accommodation: Hotel in Hanoi
- Transportation:Car/Van/Coach
DAY 2: HANOI – HOA LU – MUA CAVE - TAM COC
Breakfast at hotel then take transfer to Ninh Binh province. First stop is Hoa Lu – the capital of Vietnam in 10th and 11th centuries where you will visit Dinh and Le Temple. These temples were built on the ground of the old royal palace, dedicated to King Dinh Tien Hoang and King Le Dai Hanh.
Continue your trip to visit Mua Cave at Ngoa Long mountain. Get yourself ready for a short and easy climbing to the peak of the mountain, where you could observe whole view of Tam Coc and Ninh Binh.
Lunch will be served at a local restaurant at around noon.
Afternoon is your time to discovery Tam Coc with a leisurely ride along Ngo Dong River, past dramatic karst mountains interspersed with the vivid green of rice paddies on sampan.
Meet your guide again for transfer to a natural resort for your stay.
Dinner will be served at a local restaurant
Overnight at hotel/resort in Ninh Binh
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation: Hotel in Ninh Binh
- Transportation:Car/Van/Coac/ Boat
DAY 3: NINH BINH – HA LONG – OVERNIGHT ON CRUISE
Early breakfast at hotel then start your journey to Halong via Red River Delta. Have a short time to relax before embark at the cruise at around noon.
After lunch, follow your cruise itinerary to discover Halong Bay – the UNESCO World Heritage Site and take part in cuise's activities as cave discovery, swimming or hiking etc.
Dinner on board then spend free time on your own. You may choose to enjoy fresh air on the sundeck or playing board games or try your luck with squid fishing.
Overnight on board
Note:
The cruise program may be changed depend on the cruise’s schedule and weather.
Guide will not accompany you on board
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation: Halong Bay Cruise
- Transportation:Car/Van/Coach/ Cruise
DAY 4: HALONG – HANOI – ORIENTATION TOUR
Early wake up and join the Taichi class with the crew and enjoy watching sunrise on the bay. Take part in other activities of the 2nd day while the boat cruise back to the Habour.
Farewell with the crew and Halong. Meet your guide and driver again for transfer back to hotel in Hanoi.
Late afternoon, take an orientation walking tour around the Old Quarter to explore the life of local people. Enjoy an Water Puppet show at nearby Water Puppet Theatre.
Rest of the day is your free day. Overnight in Hanoi
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
- Accommodation: Hotel in Hanoi
- Transportation:Car/Van/Coach
DAY 5: HANOI DEPARTURE
Coming to the end of your journey, enjoy some free time before your flight home. If time permits, shop around for some last minute purchases or simply relax before your onward departure flight.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
- Accommodation in shared twin room with air-condition (AC) and private bathroom (Check in time: 14.00/ Check out time: 12.00)
- Meals as stated in the programme B= breakfast, L= lunch, D= dinner
- 2D1N Halong Bay cruise
- Transfers and tours with local English speaking guides in private air-conditioned vehicles
- All entrance fees, boat fees and / or cyclo fees as mentioned in the programme
- Drinking water and cold towels available on the vehicles
- 24/7 hotline customer services during the trip
- No extra charge after confirmation
- International and Domestic flights (quoted separately, if requested)
- Surcharges for other language guides
- Surcharges for night-time services, especially applied for transfers with arrivals after 23:00 hrs and arrivals or departures before 06:00 hrs.
- Surcharges for Lunar New Year (TET) holiday, Peak season and Compulsory Gala Dinner (TBA at booking time)
- Personal travel insurance
- Personal expenditure, such as drinks, souvenirs, laundry, camera fees, communications, postage, gratuities etc.
- Meals and services other than mentioned in the programme
- Drinks with meals
- Visa
- Early check-in and late check-out at hotels, if not mentioned in the programme
- Tips and Personal expenses such as drinks, telephone, laundry
