Itinerary in Brief:
Day 1: Hanoi arrival
Day 2: Hanoi - Hoa Lu - Tam coc - Hanoi ( B, L )
Day 3: Hanoi – Halong bay ( B, L,D )
Day 4: Halong bay - Hanoi ( B, L )
Day 5: Hanoi departure D)
Itinerary in details:
Day 1 Ha Noi arrival
Arrival at Noi Bai Airport, you will be warmly welcomed and transferred to city center, checkin, relax.( Room may not be available till 12:30 PM )
Optional tours: Street food tour including dinner
Time frame: Around 3 hours
At around 17:30, we start walking around Hoan Kiem Lake and the old quarter "36 streets" to visit some famous and specialized- food families or stalls/ local restaurants, shops where they run their business everyday. Special thing that tour guide would like to introduce some popular authentic food in lovely mini restaurants (not luxury restaurants) where you feel comfortable to sit down and enjoy some favorite dishes and nice drinks too.
It's interesting to taste some local food stalls and mini restaurants in hidden alleys and sidewalks, to learn about Vietnamese cuisine, culture, people and language.
Street food tour will give you an unique experience to try the foods of the local Hanoi people, kow how a Hanoian cook the meals. What’s a great way to discover Vietnam culture.
Price: 25 USD/ person
Day 2: Hanoi – Hoa Lu – Tam coc – Hanoi ( B, L )
Morning 8:00 AM depart from Hanoi to Ninh Binh, located in the marshy Red River delta, featuring a network of waterways coupled with spectacular limestone formations rising up from rice paddy fields. Spend one hour visiting the Dinh and Le temples of the Ancient Capital Hoa Lu which are dedicated to King Dinh and King Le, the founders of the ancient capital during the 10th century.
Lunch at local restaurant.
Afternoon, take aboard sampans at Tam Coc to ferry down the Boi river, spend some time relaxing on a 2 hour boat trip. The boat goes through 3 cavernous limestone tunnels, offering a cool break from the sunshine and astounding views of the cave structures. After boat tour in Tam Coc, you have the chance to visit the 15th century Bich Dong Pagoda complex. On a limestone mountain three pagodas were built, the Lower, the Middle and the Upper pagoda. Transfer back Hanoi for overnight at hotel.
Day 3: Hanoi – Halong bay cruise ( B, L ,D )
08:00 Pick-up at hotel and start the 3 hour-and-a-half drive to Hong Gai Harbor.
11:30 - 12.00: Arrive at Swan office in Ha Long, have a bit time to relax , and then you will transfer toCruise by tender.
12.45: Enjoy welcome drink, be briefing about safety on boat and activities included then check in your cabin.
13.30: Have lunch while leisurely cruising to the core of Bai Tu Long Bay.
15.30: Arrive to Cap La Island - the beautiful area in Bai Tu Long bay. Enjoy kayaking through the karsts and breathtaking nature, and relaxing.
17.30: Get back to the boat and enjoy Sunset Time ( enjoy tea and fresh fruits). This time is regarded as
“ Happy Hour ” buy 2 get 1 while our cruise is sailing to the overnight anchorage.
19.00: Have dinner in the dining room on board.
20.30: Free time for joining Games, you may also try your luck with squid fishing. If you want to sing karaoke, please inform our tour guide to be supported.
Overnight on Cruise in Cong Do area
Day 4 : Halong bay – Hanoi ( B, L )
06.30: Start your day with Tai Chi on the Sundeck. Enjoy early morning landscape of the bay.
07.00: Have breakfast on board (tea and coffee are free)
07.45: Explore Thien Canh Son cave. Our tour guide will explain the history of Ha Long Bay, Bai Tu Long Bay and this Cave, made by Mother Nature.
08.45: Return to the main boat.
09.30: Finish packing and check out your cabin.
(Please remove all of your belongings from your cabin, you may leave heavy luggage outside of the cabin (our staff will support you transfer directly to the pier).
Around 10.00 (Flexible time): Join in cooking class which is also organized by our guide. You have a chance to make Vietnamese cuisine by yourself.
10.45: Enjoy lunch while our cruise is returning Hon Gai harbour.
12.00 – 12:30: Back to the harbor and disembark in Hon Gai pier. Transfer back to Hanoi, drop off at your hotel
Day 5: Hanoi departure ( B )
Free until transfer to airport for home flight. End of tour.
Note: Room available till 12:00 PM. If you request late check out, please advice in advance!
Cost in USD per person based on sharing double/ twin room
Hotel class |
Period |
2 |
3 |
4-5 |
6-9 |
Sing. Sup. |
3 star |
Whole year 2020 |
284 |
260 |
249 |
258 |
100 |
4 star |
Whole year 2020 |
336 |
315 |
302 |
306 |
143 |
Accommodation Options
Hotel class |
Location |
Hotel Name |
3 star |
Hanoi |
Le Carnot 3* |
Halong cruise |
Swan 3 * |
4 star |
Hanoi |
Babylon Grand 4 * |
Halong cruise |
V spirit Premium 4 * |
Tour includes:
• All accommodation in Double/ Twin room with daily breakfast at selected hotels
• 2 day 1 night cruise on Halong Bay ( private cabin - sharing boat )
• Tours & transfers in air-conditioned vehicles
• English speaking guide during guided time
• Meals as indicated in the itinerary with local foods (B = breakfast; L = Lunch; D = Dinner)
• Boat cruise as stated
• Entrance fees and permits for all sights visited
• Mineral water & towel
• Government taxes & Service charges
Tour excludes:
• International flights to and from Vietnam
• Meals not indicated in the itinerary
• Surcharge on Christmas, New Year and our Lunar New year
• Personal travel insurance
• Optional tour
• Personal expenses such as Bar, Drink during meals, Telephone and Laundry bills
• Tips and gratuities
Children Policy:
For children between 2 to 12 years old, the following price policy applies:
Child in extra bed 85% of total package
Child no bed 50% of total package
Child in twin 90% of total package
For infant between 0-2 years old, the following policy applies:
No extra bed, no meals, no entrance. All services free.