Over a millennium old, Hanoi is a cultural gem that exudes old-international allure with its colonial buildings, serene lakes, and conventional pagodas and temples. Ha Long Bay, which is also known as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is recognized for its gorgeous limestone mountains that rise above Emerald Wat.
08.45 AM On arrival pickup from Airport and Leave Hanoi for a 3.5-hour drive to Ha Long Bay and a 20 minute stop on the way. Arrive at the jetty in Ha Long City towards noon and proceed with check-in formalities. Be welcomed onboard and have lunch will be served while cruising towards the bay itself. In the afternoon, enjoy some visits and/or activities (depending on each boat’s itinerary) or just spend some time relaxing on board. Towards the end of the day the boat sets anchor for the night among the karst formations Dinner is served on board.
We will continue our journey on Halong Bay in the early morning. A Tai Chi Class on the sun deck is a must that you should not miss when on the cruise. Sitting on the upper deck; you can relax, sightseeing while taking photos of the magnificent beauty of the rocky islands rising from the emerald water of the bay. Take part in cruise activities such as kayaking/ basket boat/visiting the cave or just relaxing (activities depending on each boat’s itinerary). our boat cruises back to the jetty, and you will enjoy the last moment in the bay You leave the boat around 12:00 at noon, we go ashore and transfer to Hanoi hotel by Limousine. Check in and relax. You will have free time this day to travel around and enjoy the scene in Hanoi. Overnight in Hanoi
08.00 : Breakfast in hotel. Get picked up by our friendly guide and start to explore Hanoi City
08.45 : Arrive Tran Quoc Pagoda located on Golden Fish IsLand in West Lake. It is the oldest pagoda in Ha Noi built in the 6th century.
09.30 : Visit Ho Chi Minh complex, you have a chance to see the embalmed body of Ho Chi Minh then walk around the garden to see 2 houses where he lived & worked from 1954 to 1969. Then visit One Pillar Pagoda where worships the Godess of Mercy – It is the most unique padoga in the world Note: Should dress modestly by covering from shoulders to knees when visiting Ho Chi Minh mausoleum, temples, pagoda.
11.15 : Visit Vietnam Ethnology Museum to learn about the culture of 54 ethnic groups living in the whole country of Vietnam. We will visit Women Museum instead of Ethnology Museum and Lunch at our restaurant. You have an opportunity to enjoy Vietnamese cuisine with 8 delicious dishes.
14.00 : Continue to visit Temple of Literature – the first university of Vietnam, established in the 11 century
15.15 : Leave for Hoa Lo Prison Museum which originally used by the French colonists in Indochina for political prisoners, and later by North Vietnam for U.S. prisoners of war during the Vietnam War. During this later period, it was known to American POWs as the Hanoi Hilton
16.30 : Tour finishes. Back to hotel
08:00 : Our driver and tour guide will pick you up from your hotel then transfer you to Ninh Binh.
10:30 : Arrive at Mua Cave, we begin to ascend over 500 stone steps to reach to the summit of Mua mountains. Inhale the crisp air and take in the breathtaking panorama of Tam Coc, it is a great spot for taking photos.
13:30 : Visit the area of ancient capital city Hoa Lu, Vietnam's most significant remnant from the past, experience the establishment and history of the first capital of Vietnam. remarkable and distinctive architecture found in the temples of King Dinh and King Le, who made significant contributions to the ancient kingdom.
14:15 : Take a boat excursion from Trang An wharf - a must-do activity in Ninh Binh, it is the most highlight of the journey. On the Trang An Ecosystem, you will ride on bamboo boat or sampan to go through some beautiful grottos filled with stunning stalactites, you'll be able to take in the breathtaking scenery.
17:00 : Disembark the sampans, get on the car and return to Hanoi.
19:00 : You will be dropped off at your hotel.
After Breakfast, checkout the hotel and before 3 hours prior to departure international flight, our driver will pick you up at the hotel and transfer to the airport from Hanoi to Airport
Over a millennium old, Hanoi is a cultural gem that exudes old-international allure with its colonial buildings, serene lakes, and conventional pagodas and temples. Ha Long Bay, which is also known as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is recognized for its gorgeous limestone mountains that rise above Emerald Wat.
08.45 AM On arrival pickup from Airport and Leave Hanoi for a 3.5-hour drive to Ha Long Bay and a 20 minute stop on the way. Arrive at the jetty in Ha Long City towards noon and proceed with check-in formalities. Be welcomed onboard and have lunch will be served while cruising towards the bay itself. In the afternoon, enjoy some visits and/or activities (depending on each boat’s itinerary) or just spend some time relaxing on board. Towards the end of the day the boat sets anchor for the night among the karst formations Dinner is served on board.
We will continue our journey on Halong Bay in the early morning. A Tai Chi Class on the sun deck is a must that you should not miss when on the cruise. Sitting on the upper deck; you can relax, sightseeing while taking photos of the magnificent beauty of the rocky islands rising from the emerald water of the bay. Take part in cruise activities such as kayaking/ basket boat/visiting the cave or just relaxing (activities depending on each boat’s itinerary). our boat cruises back to the jetty, and you will enjoy the last moment in the bay You leave the boat around 12:00 at noon, we go ashore and transfer to Hanoi hotel by Limousine. Check in and relax. You will have free time this day to travel around and enjoy the scene in Hanoi. Overnight in Hanoi
08.00 : Breakfast in hotel. Get picked up by our friendly guide and start to explore Hanoi City
08.45 : Arrive Tran Quoc Pagoda located on Golden Fish IsLand in West Lake. It is the oldest pagoda in Ha Noi built in the 6th century.
09.30 : Visit Ho Chi Minh complex, you have a chance to see the embalmed body of Ho Chi Minh then walk around the garden to see 2 houses where he lived & worked from 1954 to 1969. Then visit One Pillar Pagoda where worships the Godess of Mercy – It is the most unique padoga in the world Note: Should dress modestly by covering from shoulders to knees when visiting Ho Chi Minh mausoleum, temples, pagoda.
11.15 : Visit Vietnam Ethnology Museum to learn about the culture of 54 ethnic groups living in the whole country of Vietnam. We will visit Women Museum instead of Ethnology Museum and Lunch at our restaurant. You have an opportunity to enjoy Vietnamese cuisine with 8 delicious dishes.
14.00 : Continue to visit Temple of Literature – the first university of Vietnam, established in the 11 century
15.15 : Leave for Hoa Lo Prison Museum which originally used by the French colonists in Indochina for political prisoners, and later by North Vietnam for U.S. prisoners of war during the Vietnam War. During this later period, it was known to American POWs as the Hanoi Hilton
16.30 : Tour finishes. Back to hotel
08:00 : Our driver and tour guide will pick you up from your hotel then transfer you to Ninh Binh.
10:30 : Arrive at Mua Cave, we begin to ascend over 500 stone steps to reach to the summit of Mua mountains. Inhale the crisp air and take in the breathtaking panorama of Tam Coc, it is a great spot for taking photos.
13:30 : Visit the area of ancient capital city Hoa Lu, Vietnam's most significant remnant from the past, experience the establishment and history of the first capital of Vietnam. remarkable and distinctive architecture found in the temples of King Dinh and King Le, who made significant contributions to the ancient kingdom.
14:15 : Take a boat excursion from Trang An wharf - a must-do activity in Ninh Binh, it is the most highlight of the journey. On the Trang An Ecosystem, you will ride on bamboo boat or sampan to go through some beautiful grottos filled with stunning stalactites, you'll be able to take in the breathtaking scenery.
17:00 : Disembark the sampans, get on the car and return to Hanoi.
19:00 : You will be dropped off at your hotel.
After Breakfast, checkout the hotel and before 3 hours prior to departure international flight, our driver will pick you up at the hotel and transfer to the airport from Hanoi to Airport
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