Hanoi – Ninh Binh – Ha Long Tour

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Updated: 2026-10-13 06:13:18

Explore the Hanoi – Ninh Binh – Ha Long journey, connecting the most outstanding destinations of Northern Vietnam. From the ancient, bustling capital of Hanoi, the picturesque karst landscape of Ninh Binh to the world natural wonder of Ha Long Bay, the tour offers a diverse experience of culture, history and natural scenery. This is an ideal choice for travelers who want to fully discover the beauty of the North in a convenient and memorable trip.

Destination: Hanoi

Duration: 4 days / 3 nights

Departure: On request

Route: Hanoi – Ninh Binh – Ha Long

Itinerary / Purchase steps

  • Day 1: Hanoi City Tour (Lunch) · 08:00 – 08:30 The coach and guide pick up guests at hotels in the Old Quarter or the Grand Theatre to start the tour. Morning The guide takes the group to visit famous historic sites: • Tran Quoc Pagoda: The oldest spiritual landmark of Thang Long, located beside West Lake. • Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum Complex: Learn about the former residence and workplace of President Ho Chi Minh (Mausoleum, Stilt House, Fish Pond, One Pillar Pagoda). (Note: The Mausoleum is under maintenance on Mondays and Fridays; guests may view and photograph from the outside). • Museum of Ethnology: Preserves the distinctive cultures of Vietnam’s 54 ethnic groups (If closed, the visit will be switched to the Women’s Museum). Lunch Guests have lunch at a traditional restaurant in the Old Quarter and rest. Afternoon The guide continues accompanying guests: • Temple of Literature – Imperial Academy: Vietnam’s first university. • Hoa Lo Prison historic site: Marks the French colonial era. 16:00 The coach returns guests to the hotel or drops them at Ham Ca Mang area for free strolling around Hoan Kiem Lake, visiting Ngoc Son Temple, checking in at The Huc Bridge, experiencing the electric tram, cyclo, or watching water puppet shows (cost not included). 17:00 The group returns to the hotel to check in and rest. Guests are free to enjoy Old Quarter nightlife cuisine and spend the night in Hanoi.
  • Day 2: Hanoi – Bai Dinh – Trang An – Hanoi (Breakfast, Lunch) · 07:00 – 07:30 The coach and guide pick up guests in the Old Quarter or the Grand Theatre, departing for Ninh Binh. 10:30 Arriving in Ninh Binh, the guide takes guests to Bai Dinh Pagoda – a temple holding many records such as the largest bronze Buddha statue in Southeast Asia and a grand, ornate main hall. 12:30 Guests rest and have lunch at a restaurant featuring local specialties. 14:00 The group arrives at Trang An pier, boards a boat to tour the Trang An ecological tourism area. The boat carries guests through four natural caves (Lam Cave, Vang Cave, Thanh Truot Cave, Dai Cave) and visits Suoi Tien Temple and Vu Lam Garden. 16:30 Guests board the coach to return to Hanoi. 19:30 Back in Hanoi, guests check in to their rooms and rest. Free to enjoy the distinctive Old Quarter cuisine in the evening and spend the night in Hanoi.
  • Day 3: Hanoi – Ha Long Bay Wonder (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner) · 08:00 – 08:30 The guide picks up guests in the Old Quarter or the Grand Theatre, departing for Ha Long Bay. 11:30 Arriving at Ha Long port, guests board the cruise for a buffet lunch while admiring the spectacular scenery of the bay, including the iconic Fighting Cock Island… 14:00 Reaching Bo Hon Island, the guide takes guests to explore Sung Sot Cave – one of the largest and most beautiful caves in Ha Long Bay. Afterwards, the boat brings guests to Hang Luon, where they can kayak or ride a traditional rowing boat operated by locals to discover the poetic natural landscape. Continuing the journey, the boat takes the group to Titop Island – here guests can freely swim at Ti Top beach or climb to the summit for panoramic views of Ha Long Bay. 16:30 – 17:30 The cruise docks, and the coach transports guests back to the hotel for check‑in and rest. 19:00 The group enjoys dinner at a restaurant. After dinner, guests are free to explore the Night Market, Ha Long food street, and spend the night in Ha Long.
  • Day 4: Free Exploration Ha Long – Hanoi (Breakfast) · Morning Guests enjoy breakfast at the hotel. Afterwards they are free to stroll along Bai Chay beach, visit the Seven‑Color Street, or independently explore Ha Long Park (Sunworld, Queen’s Cable Car, Dragon Park, Typhoon Water Park…) or the Quang Ninh Museum (or sign up for a Yen Tu – Dong Pagoda tour). Lunch Guests have lunch on their own and complete check‑out before 11:00 – 11:30. Afternoon The coach and guide pick up guests to return to Hanoi at the pre‑booked time (departure at 12:00 or 18:00). 15:00 / 21:00 The coach brings guests back to Hanoi. The guide says farewell and the program ends!

Included

  • Transportation: New-generation air‑conditioned tourist coach providing pick‑up and drop‑off according to the schedule.
  • Accommodation: Standard 2 guests per room (single travelers paired in groups of 3), including 2 nights at a 2‑3 star hotel in Hanoi and 1 night at a 3‑star hotel in Ha Long.
  • Meals: 4 full main meals according to the itinerary + breakfast at the hotel (includes 1 buffet lunch on the 5‑star cruise exploring Ha Long Bay).
  • Tickets & guide: One‑time entrance tickets to the attractions in the program, 5‑star cruise in Ha Long Bay (includes kayaking or traditional rowing boat at Hang Luon), enthusiastic, experienced guide serving throughout the route, drinking water provided 1 bottle per guest per day.

Excluded

  • Optional tickets: Bai Dinh Temple electric tram ticket (150,000 VND per person), tickets to amusement areas at Ha Long Park.
  • Taxes & personal expenses: VAT (10%), dinner meals in Hanoi and lunch on Day 4, additional drinks during meals and personal costs not covered by the itinerary.
  • Tips: Gratuities for the guide and driver (voluntary, minimum customary 50,000 VND per guest per day; mandatory 3 USD per guest per day for international travelers).

Notes

  • 📍 Children policy:
  • Children aged 1–4 years: Free service, with a surcharge for a car seat (800,000 VND) + surcharge for Ha Long cruise ticket (200,000 VND per child on the Otis‑Premium boat). Families are responsible for any additional expenses for the child. Every 2 adults may accompany 1 child for free; from the second child onward, a charge of 75% of the tour price applies.
  • Children aged 5–9 years: Charged at 75% of the adult tour price (separate meal portion, separate seat on the vehicle, child attraction tickets, sharing a bed with parents). (Children taller than 120 cm in Ha Long incur an additional 150,000 VND if no student ID or proof is presented).
  • Children aged 10 years and above: Charged at 100% of the adult tour price.
  • Age calculation rule: Age is rounded up to the nearest year (children under 12 months are counted as 1 year). A child is considered X years old until the day before their Xth birthday; after the birthday they are X+1 years old.
  • 📍 Some important notes:
  • Please bring a valid original identification document (Citizen ID/Identity Card or passport).
  • It is advisable to pack lightweight clothing, walking sports shoes, insect repellent and personal medication.
  • Avoid bringing overly large suitcases or bulky luggage; we encourage using a compact backpack.
  • Solo travelers without a room‑sharing companion will be subject to a 50% single‑room surcharge as per regulations.