Whispers of northern heritage

After arriving at Noi Bai airport, you will be picked up and transfer to the hotel in the city center. Then you will be picked up and go to Hanoi city center.

Then, starting the day trip will be a visit of Temple of Literature constructed in 1070 to worship Confucius, which served as the first Royal National University in Vietnam. Its peaceful green compound with its neatly maintained lawns, gardens and lotus ponds make it a tranquil hideaway from the city’s bustle and heat. 

Then we will visit Tran Quoc Pagoda - which is Located east of West Lake, more than 1,500 years old, is the oldest and most sacred pagoda in Hanoi. Once the Buddhist center of Thang Long under the Ly - Tran dynasties.

In the afternoon, we will back to the Old Quarter for a walking tour, then you will have a deeper insight of local daily life (visit Dong Xuan Market, Phung Hung train street with famous coffee, St. Joseph's Cathedral). Overnight in Hanoi.

After breakfast, pick up at your hotel and head out for Ninh Binh (2 hours driving). There is a beautiful roadside scenery on the way. Arriving in Ninh Binh city, first pay a visit to Hoa Lu - the ancient Royal Capital of Vietnam, visit the two temples: Temple of King Dinh and King Le, admire the unique architecture from ancient times.

Continue to Tam Coc. Then boarding a small sampan to visit Tam Coc which means literally “three caves” (2.5 hour boat trip). With Halong bay type views of majestic limestone cliffs and mysterious caves, as well as countryside landscape like peaceful streams, rice paddies and deserted green fields, Tam Coc really has it all. You will feel the fresh air and peaceful moments, a very good opportunities for photo lovers, freezing the special moments and scenery.

Then, you visit Bich Dong pagoda nearby. Back to Hanoi.

• 08:00 - 08:30: Pick-up from hotels in Hanoi Old Quarter. During the 2.5-hour journey to Ha Long, there will be a 20-minute rest stop.
• 11:30 - 11:45: Welcome the group at Ha Long International Port, Bai Chay, Quang Ninh.
• 12:15: Transfer by high-speed tender to the cruise. Check-in procedures, enjoy a welcome drink, and receive a briefing about the itinerary and safety regulations on board.
• 13:00: Enjoy lunch at the onboard restaurant while the cruise begins its journey to explore Ha Long Bay.
• 14:45: Kayaking or bamboo boat ride to visit Luon Cave. Begin your exploration by bamboo boat or kayak, getting closer to the natural beauty of limestone islands in the bay.
• 16:00: Visit and swim at Titop Island. Relax, swim at the beach, or hike up over 400 stone steps to the summit for a panoramic view of Ha Long Bay from 100 meters above sea level.
• 17:00 - 18:30: Enjoy sunset on Ha Long Bay. Take advantage of happy hour drinks on the sundeck or join a cooking class.
• 19:15: Dinner is served in a cozy and elegant atmosphere.
• 21:00: Relax on the sundeck or try squid fishing.
• 22:30: Overnight on board. Have a good rest to recharge for the second day of exploration.

• 06:15 Wake up to watch the sunrise on the bay, gently warm up with a Tai Chi class
• 06:30 Light breakfast with tea, coffee and pastries
• 07:20 Visit Sung Sot Cave. Visit Sung Sot Cave, the largest and most beautiful cave in Ha Long Bay, discover the majestic beauty of stalactites formed over thousands of years
• 09:15 Return to the ship, check out and pay
• 09:30 Enjoy a light lunch served buffet style at the restaurant
• 10:45 - 11:00 The group returns to the pier, ending the tour of Ha Long Bay
• 11:15 - 11:30 The car takes you back to Hanoi between 14:30 - 14:45. The trip ends.

Drop you off at Hanoi Old Quarter. Overnight and enjoy the last night in Hanoi.

Breakfast at hotel. 
Pick up at hotel lobby then transfer by driver to Noi Bai airport for your departure flight. Trip ends.