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A great chance to discover the northern highlights of
Vietnam, the 4 day vacation will take you from the rural
scenery of Ninh Binh to the World heritage of Halong
bay. All is off the beaten track drive and includes some
trek in the National Park. Cruise Halong Bay on a junk,
savour delicious food on deck, swim amid stunning karst
scenery, Sampan riding through lush green paddy fields
of Tam Coc.
Highlights
 - Sampan boat ride on the Trang An river
- Rural sceneries of Hoa Lu and Ninh Binh
- Junk cruise in the World Natural Heritage Site of
Halong Bay
- Enjoy fabulous seafood meals on board, swim in the
warm crystal clear water
ITINERARY
Day 1 Hanoi - Hoa Lu - Trang An - Ninh Binh
 You are picked up at hotel in Hanoi at 8.00, a 2.5 hour
drive will take you to the rural town of Ninh Binh,
which is located in one of the most beautiful parts of
Vietnam, with its dramatic scenery, historical
intrigues, religious pilgrimage sites and endangered
animal sanctuaries. The town of Ninh Binh is an ideal
base to venture out on short small day trips.
Our first destination is Hoa Lu which is the former
capital of Vietnam (968 1009) under Dinh and Le
dynasties, there are not much to see in this place
besides two remaining temples, each one nearly a
thousand years old, the first one is dedicated to Dinh
Tien Hoang Emperor, the second commemorates the rulers
of the Le Dynasty. Keep driving to Bich Dong pagodas, a
complex of pagodas built into limestone mountain cliffs
from 15th century with unreal scenery around. After some
walk to the top pagoda, we have lunch in a local
restaurant before visiting Trang An tourism complex
recognized by Unesco as new World Natural heritage,
rowing boat trip would take 2 hours to see all three
caves and crossing beautiful rice paddy. This is an
ideal place for natural lovers.
We spend the night in Ninh Binh.
Overnight at Tam Coc garden homestay in Ninh Binh
Meal inclusions: Breakfast and lunch
Day 2 Halong bay cruise, overnight on boat
 08.30 Pick up at hotel, leaving for Halong city.
Stopover on the way 15 minutes for tea break.
12h00: Board Halong Papaya Cruiser. Lunch is served with
a welcome drink while the boat cruises the bay to enjoy
the beautiful limestone seascape.
You will see Dog Rock, Incense Burner Rock, as well as
Fighting Cock Rock before heading to Sung Sot Cave (Cave
of Surprises ). Then, we stopover at a floating house
owned by fishermen before kayaking to Luon Cave to enjoy
the quiet atmosphere of the bay. Late in the afternoon
we anchor in a safe and scenic location for swimming and
our overnight stay.
Overnight on board Papaya cruiser
Meal inclusions: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Day 3 Halong cruise - Hanoi
 Breakfast will be served on the boat, before cruising to
another part of Halong Bay where you will view more of
the bays spectacular limestone scenery, such as Man's
Head Islet, Turtle Islet and Fairman's Cave.
The junk then heads to Van Gia fishing village - one of
the oldest and largest floating villages in Halong Bay.
You will have the opportunity to learn more about the
fishermen daily life, before cruising to a beautiful,
secluded spot to swim.
11h30: The boat returns to the dock for lunch before
returning to Hanoi
Arrival in Hanoi about 16.00. Tour ends
Meal inclusions: Breakfast and lunch
Tour Includes:
- Transfers round trip
- English speaking guide
- Accommodation based on twin room
- All meals as mentioned in the itinerary
- Entrance fees and permits
Tour does not include:
- Pre & post trip arrangements in Hanoi
- Beverages and meals not mentioned
- Tips, Personal expenses
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Number of passengers |
Price per person in USD |
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2-4 |
000 |
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5-10 |
000 |
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