HIGHLIGHTS

• Get back to the past as you tour around the capital of Vietnam: Hanoi
• Cruise on Ha Long bay – see thousands of sculpted limestone and islands rise from the water like gigantic teeth of dragons
• Boat ride to admire tranquil rural landscapes at Trang An, Ninh Binh
• Admire Bai Dinh pagoda – Southeast Asia’s largest Buddhist complex
• Enjoy the scenery of the rustic life of villagers on the way
• Taste the Ninh Binh specialty

Day 1: HANOI CITY TOUR

• Pick you up at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter then depart for Hanoi – Ha Long – Ninh Binh – Hanoi 4 days 3 nights.
• Arrive at Tran Quoc pagoda – the oldest pagoda in Hanoi built in the 6th century.
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• Visit the 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.
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• Then visit One Pillar pagoda which worships the Goddess of Mercy – It is the most unique pagoda in the world.
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• Continue visiting the Temple of Literature – the first university of Vietnam, established in the 11 century.
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• Have lunch at the restaurant.
• Go to Hoan Kiem lake to visit Ngoc Son temple, which honors General Tran Hung Dao who defeated the invader in the 13th century.
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• Come back to your hotel.
• Evening: Have dinner at the restaurant. Overnight in Hanoi.

Day 2: HANOI – NINH BINH - HANOI

• Have breakfast at the hotel, our guide will pick you up then depart for  Ninh Binh daily tour 1 day (Trang An, Bai Dinh).
• Arrive at Buddha Sanctuary place of Bai Dinh pagoda, visit the biggest one in Vietnam with 500 La Han statues, the biggest bronze Buddha statue in Vietnam, and learn about Buddhism culture.
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• After having lunch with Ninh Binh specialties, go to Trang An eco-tourism.
• Return to Ha Noi.
• 07:00 PM: Available at Hanoi, drop you off at your morning address. End of the Ninh Binh daily tour 1 day (Trang An, Bai Dinh).
• Evening: Have dinner at the restaurant. Overnight in Hanoi.

Day 3: HANOI – HA LONG

• You will have breakfast at your hotel, and then around 08:00 – 8:30 am: Leave Hanoi city for Ha Long International Cruise Port in Bai Chay town, Ha Long city. Refresh at the lounge.
• 12:00 – 12:30 pm: Embark on a 3-star cruise. Enjoy a welcome drink and receive a brief introduction about the cruise and safety guidelines. Check-in to your cabin.
• 1:15 pm: Have lunch while cruising in the magnificent Ha Long Bay, admiring the fascinating nature, then anchor at the Ti top Island area.
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• 3:00 – 4:00 pm: Join a guided visit to Sung Sot Cave (also called Amazing Cave), one of the biggest and most beautiful caves in Ha Long Bay.
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• 4:00 – 5:00 pm: Climb to the peak of Ti Top Island for a panoramic view of the bay. Descend and relax on the beach, and swim in the crystal-clear water.
• 5:20 pm: Return to the cruise, enjoying the sunset while relaxing during Happy Hour until dinner time at the bar.
• 6:00 pm: Enjoy Happy Hour with various discounted drinks. Take part in a cooking demonstration and food décor with our Chef.
• 7:00 – 9:00 pm: Dinner is served. Private dinner is available upon request.
• 9:00 – 10:00 pm: It’s time to join squid fishing with the crew, sing karaoke, or simply relax in your cabin.
• Overnight on the cruise.

Day 4: HA LONG - HANOI

•  06:30 am: Welcome the new day with an amazing dawn on the Legendary Gulf of Tonkin. Refresh your body and soul with a Tai-chi lesson on the sundeck.
• 07:00 – 08:00 am: Take in the morning view of seascapes with a cup of tea or coffee, and have breakfast while enjoying the charming labyrinth of Karst.
• 08:00 – 09:00 am: Join a guided tour to explore hidden parts of the bay, such as Luon Cave. You can share a sampan with other tourists and a local rower or take a kayak on your own.
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• 09:00 am: Return to the cruise for a shower.
• 09:30 am: Check out of your room. The cruise will weigh anchor to continue on the picturesque route toward Bai Chay Bridge for photos.
• 10:50 am: Enjoy lunch.
• 11:30 – 11:45 am: Disembark. The cruise ends.
• 12:00 – 4:30 Pm: Transfer back to Hanoi City, and the trip finishes at the hotel around 4:30 pm.
• 04:00 – 04:30 PM: Arrive in Hanoi, and drop you off at the hotel in Hanoi Old quarter.
• End of the Hanoi – Ha Long – Ninh Binh – Hanoi 4 days 3 nights. Imazing Travel thank you so much and see you again.