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5-Day Ninh Binh & Halong Bay Tour

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Overview

During this short 5-day Vietnam tour, you will get to experience the amazing natural beauty of northern Vietnam, taste local dishes, and catch a glimpse into what local life is like here.

Spend the first part of your trip in the stunning Ninh Binh, which is known as the Halong Bay on land for its winding river nestled between towering limestone cliffs. Here you will visit numerous pagodas and shrines and take a scenic boat tour in the heart of nature.

You will also get to spend three days on an exciting Halong Bay cruise, a must-see experience for anyone visiting Vietnam! Here you will enjoy the thousands of islets that make up Halong and get to go swimming in caves and kayaking on the emerald green waters for an unforgettable trip.
Sightseeing
Adventure
Outdoors & Nature
Culture & Arts
Wellness
Food & Drink

Itinerary

Day 1

Tam Coc Boat Ride and Bich Dong Pagoda

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Tam Coc Boat Ride and Bich Dong Pagoda

Upon arrival at the airport in Hanoi, you will be picked up and taken to Ninh Binh, where you will spend half of your 5-day Vietnam tour. In Tam Coc, you will take a unique boat tour on the river surrounded by limestone karsts, and you will see why this area is known as the Halong Bay on land. In the afternoon, visit Bich Dong Pagoda, a cluster of cave temples built by two Buddhist monks.

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    Accommodation

    Emeralda Resort Ninh Bình4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Tam Coc Boat Ride

    Bich Dong Pagoda

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Noi Bai International Airport to Ninh Bình

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    Meals

    Lunch

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    Destinations

    Ninh Bình Province

Day 2

Trang An Complex and Bai Dinh Pagoda

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Trang An Complex and Bai Dinh Pagoda

In the morning take a tour around Trang An Complex, where you will take a scenic boat ride and will get to admire the incredible landscapes of valleys and cliffs surrounding the water. After lunch, head to Bai Dinh Temple to visit Southeast Asia's largest Buddhist temple complex! The large grounds feature 300 steps that lead to the main prayer hall and a series of natural caves.

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    Accommodation

    Emeralda Resort Ninh Bình4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Tràng An Tour

    Bai Dinh Temple

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    Meals

    Lunch

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    Destinations

    Ninh Bình Province

Day 3

Travel to Lan Ha Bay

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Travel to Lan Ha Bay

In the morning you will make your way to your next destination: Lan Ha Bay, where you will hop aboard a cruise for the next three days. After getting comfortable on the boat and enjoying lunch, you will go on a small excursion to explore two beautiful caves in the area and also to enjoy some swimming. In the evening enjoy a traditional Vietnamese cooking class on the cruise.

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    Accommodation

    V'Spirit Premier Cruises4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Dark & Bright Caves

    Cooking Class on Halong Cruise

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Emeralda Resort Ninh Bình to Phà Gót Hải Phòng

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    Meals

    Lunch and dinner

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    Destinations

    Ninh Bình Province

    Hanoi

    Haiphong

    Quảng Ninh Province

Day 4

Viet Hai Village and Kayaking in Ba Trai Dao

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Viet Hai Village and Kayaking in Ba Trai Dao

For the early risers, there will be an early morning Tai Chi session on the sundeck available for anyone to join and is a fantastic way to start the day. After breakfast, you will visit Viet Hai Village on Cat Ba Island, where you will go cycling and catch a glimpse of daily local life here. In the afternoon, visit the three islets of Ba Trai Dao for some swimming and kayaking amongst the stunning seascape.

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    Accommodation

    V'Spirit Premier Cruises4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Early Morning Tai Chi

    Cycling in Viet Hai Village

    Ba Trai Dao

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    Meals

    Breakfast, lunch and dinner

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    Destinations

    Hanoi

    Quảng Ninh Province

    Haiphong

Day 5

5-Day Vietnam Tour End

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5-Day Vietnam Tour End

After some early Tai Chi, on your last morning, you will visit the Tra Bau area, where you can take some kayaks onto the water and enjoy a thoroughly peaceful experience around the lush seascapes. You will also visit a fishing farm and chat with the resident fishermen in order to learn more about their life and how they work every day. After the tour, check out of the cruise and make your way back to the airport in Hanoi for your departure.

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    Activities

    Early Morning Tai Chi

    Kayaking in Tra Bau

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Phà Gót Hải Phòng to Noi Bai International Airport

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    Meals

    Breakfast and lunch

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    Destinations

    Hanoi

    Quảng Ninh Province

    Haiphong

Included in Price

  • 4 nights accommodation
  • 11 activities
  • 2 breakfasts, 5 lunches and 2 dinners
  • Airport transfer
  • Entrance fees
  • Ground transportation
  • Licensed English speaking guides

Not Included in Price

  • Alcohol beverages
  • Domestic flights
  • Entry visas / airport departure tax
  • Gratuities
  • International flights
  • Laundry
  • Personal expenses
  • Travel insurance
  • Trekking permits
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