Vietnam

HANOI - NINH BINH - HALONG BAY

Short trip 3 Day(s)

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Day 1
HANOI – TAM COC (NINH BINH)

Our car and guide will pick you up in the morning for the two-hour drive to Hoa Lu, Ninh Binh province - the former feudal capital of Vietnam at the end of the 10th century. You will visit two ancient temples dedicated to Dinh Tien Hoang - the founder of the Dinh Dynasty (968-980) and Le Dai Hanh - the founder of Early Le Dynasty (980 - 1009). 
In the afternoon, you will board a rowing boat in Tam Coc (three grottoes) for a peaceful navigation along Ngo Dong River, cruising among limestone mountains, between rice fields and through three beautiful limestone caves. We will spend the rest of the day riding bicycles, getting lost on winding roads passing lotus ponds, temples, and cottages, typical of Vietnamese countryside. We will visit the Bich Dong pagoda complex, which dates back to the 15th century, hiding among the jungle on a lush hillside. There are three humble, yet interesting pagodas connected by stone steps. The reward for reaching the highest pagoda is the precious panoramic view of the valley below. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 2
NINH BINH – HALONG BAY (B, L, D)

Today you have breakfast at the hotel, and we depart early for Halong Bay. We take the way via Thai Binh and Nam Dinh, passing a typical countryside of the Red River Delta with endless rice fields and meandering rivers. Arriving at Halong Bay tourist harbour around noon, you will board an elegant wooden junk. A delicious lunch is served on board while the boat gently navigates through countless islands and limestone structures arising from the turquoise water. In the evening, a fresh seafood dinner prepared by a skillful chef awaits you. Enjoy a peaceful night on board in the middle of the quiet sea. 
Please note that the itinerary is subject to change according to the cruise and weather conditions. 

Day 3
HALONG BAY – HA NOI (B, L)

Nothing can be compared to waking up to a serene morning surrounded by karsts. You can have an early morning dip and then breakfast on board. We will continue to sail through the bay during the morning to explore hidden areas. The junk will stay close at all times serving as a backup vessel for those who need it. Around midday we will return to the main harbour and drive back to Hanoi.

OVERVIEW
Known as “Halong Bay on land”, Tam Coc and Bich Dong have stunning and dramatic scenery. These two famous sites are home to many karst mountains, caves, and historical relics. Halong Bay makes for a spectacular seascape of limestone formations rising from emerald water. This site is not only a scenic beauty but also a place of great biological interest. The towering limestone pillars are dotted with wind-and-wave eroded grottoes. This natural work of art was designated a World Heritage Site in 1994.

HIGHLIGHTS
•    Be enchanted by the dreamlike scenery of Halong Bay, Vietnam’s must-see natural wonder of limestone islands.
•    A waterscape with huge and steep sided “loaves of sugar” reflecting on the river
•    Bike rides in an unreal countryside
 

OUR SERVICES INCLUDE:

  • Accommodation with breakfast on a Double/Twin Basis in Hotels listed or similar
  • 2 day/1 night cruise in Halong Bay
  • All entrance fees and sightseeing as mentioned in the program
  • Experienced English speaking tour guides except on free days (for other language guides supplements will be applied)
  • Meals as mentioned in the program (B=breakfast, L=lunch, D=dinner)
  • Transportation in private air-conditioned vehicles with driver
  • Bottled water during the tour day

OUR SERVICES DO NOT INCLUDE:

  • Rates and Hotels are subject to availability 
  • Domestic & International flights 
  • Drinks and meals other than those mentioned 
  • Gratuities to guides, drivers, boat crews, wait staff... We recommend you allow USD$3-6 per day, per traveller. Tipping your guide is an entirely personal gesture.
  • Personal expenses of any nature like, laundry, telephone calls, shopping, incidentals at hotels etc.
  • Visa Stamping Fee for Vietnam
  • Travel Insurance 
  • Peak season or Public holiday surcharges if any
  • Other services not mentioned in the itinerary
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