Vietnam · Cruise & Sailing

From Hanoi: Ninh Binh Tour and Ha Long Bay Cruise 3-Day Trip

3 Days Round trip from Hanoi Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Visit Hoa Lu Ancient Capital and the temples of the Dinh and Le Dynasty
  • 02 Take a Tam Coc boat trip through three natural grottos
  • 03 Bike through countryside roads and rice fields in Ninh Binh
  • 04 Climb Mua Cave for panoramic views over Tam Coc
  • 05 Stay overnight in a private room at a Ninh Binh homestay
  • 06 Cruise through Lan Ha Bay with an overnight stay on board
  • 07 Join onboard activities such as kayaking, swimming, Tai Chi, and a cooking demonstration
  • 08 Enjoy included meals and round-trip limousine bus transfers

Discover two of northern Vietnam’s most iconic destinations on this 3-day journey from Hanoi, combining the cultural landscapes of Ninh Binh with an overnight cruise in Ha Long Bay. Explore Hoa Lu Ancient Capital, drift through the caves and river scenery of Tam Coc, cycle through the countryside, and climb to the viewpoint at Mua Cave for sweeping panoramas.

The experience continues with an overnight cruise in Lan Ha Bay, where you can enjoy activities such as kayaking, swimming, a cooking demonstration, and time to relax on board. With transport, meals, and overnight stays included, this trip is a convenient way to experience history, nature, and bay cruising in one itinerary.

Discover two of northern Vietnam’s most iconic destinations on this 3-day journey from Hanoi, combining the cultural landscapes of Ninh Binh with an overnight cruise in Ha Long Bay.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Days
Tour type Shared
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Halong, Hanoi, Ninh Bình, Hoa Lư, Tam Cốc-Bích Động
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Hanoi - Ninh Binh & Homestay

We will pick up all the guests in Hanoi Old Quarter or meeting points

The tour guide will take you to Hoa Lu Ancient Capital, founded in 968, it remained capital until the early 11th century when Emperor Ly Thai To moved it to today’s Hanoi . Arriving in this beautiful mountainous landscape, you’ll walk 300m to the temples of the Dinh and Le Dynasty

Taking a rowing Tam Coc Boat Tours from Tam Coc wharf. The boat tour is arranged by local people with their both hands and legs. Visit 3 Magical Grottos: Hang Ca (First Grotto), Hang Hai (Second Grotto), Hang Ba (Third Grotto) during Tam Coc River Tour 50: Relax with Biking around countryside road, rice fields.. in 30-45 minutes. If you travel during harvest season, you will see many rice fields in golden colors

The last destination, Mua Cave. The cave is compared with “Great wall of China”. Here you walk 500 steps to reach the top of Mua cave then take a lookout of a splendid overview of Ninh Binh & have an amazing panoramic view of Tam Coc from here

Relax and get on the bus Transfer to homestay and stay overnight here

Overnight at private room in homestay

2
Day 02

Ninh Binh – Halong Bay Overnight Cruise

6:40 – 7:00am: A Limousine bus will pick up from your stay in Ninh Binh and transfer to Halong Bay for full day tour Upon arrival at Station number 17 – OVERNIGHT CRUISE PORT, Tuan Chau Maria, Ha Long passengers will be welcomed by receptionist at Halong Cruise’s waiting lounge.

11:30 – 12:00: After taking a rest, our high speed tender will transfer you to the main boat (Around 25 minutes). After that, you will be given a short briefing about the Cruise and safety guideline at our restaurant. Complete the check-in procedure and check-into our cabins. 

13:00: Enjoy a lunch in the restaurant. Cruise start to depart for the voyage to discover the Lan Ha Bay. 

15:45: Visit the Ba Trai Dao area and the natural lagoon of Lan Ha Bay – this area includes the beach breaths a romantic atmosphere and three smaller islets like three giant peaches on the sea. You can join with our activities such as: kayaking, swimming, sightseeing and explore the Ba Trai Dao area. (In unfavorable weather conditions, to ensure the safety of our guest, this destination would be change into Dark and Bright cave- famous for the pristine natural beauty and poetic, attractive seascape of Lan Ha Bay. You can join with our activities such as: kayaking, sightseeing on the bamboo boat, )

17:30 – 18:30: Come back to our cruise and enjoy the pre-dinner sunset party with Happy Hour Promotion (buy 2 get 1 free with some kinds of drinks) at the bar while watching the view of the bay at sunset. 18:00: Join a cooking demonstration, our chef will guide you how to make some simple signature Vietnamese dishes. 

19:30: Enjoy special seafood and typical Vietnamese food on the cruise. 

21:00: Evening entertainment: Squid fishing, karaoke… Overnight on Cruise.

Overnight on cruise

3
Day 03

HALONG BAY – HANOI

6:15: Wake up early, join the Tai Chi session on sundeck area, enjoy the fresh atmosphere and watch the sunrise in Lan Ha Bay. 

7:00 – 7:45: Have breakfast. Admit morning view of bay’s landscape with a cup of tea or coffee. 

08:00: ● Stroke the stunning views of the Bay and it’s dramatic limestone islets Visit the famous Tra Bau, it’s time for freely kayak and explore the landscape, or swim…

09:00: Back to your cabin, relax and check carefully all the luggage before leaving your cabin. 

09:30: Check-out and enjoy a fantastic cruise on the bay for room service. Complete check out procedure and enjoy your brunch at cruise. 

10:30: Enjoy the brunch at restaurant. 

11:30: Disembark at Tuan Chau harbor, we hope you have enjoyed your time with us and wish you a safe onward journey. 

12.00: Transfer back to Hanoi. 

15h00 – 16h00: Drop off at your hotel in Hanoi.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Hanoi 5 cities · 3 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Pickup & Drop-off by Limousine Bus & All entrance fees
  • 1 night Private Room on LUXURY Cruises in Halong Bay
  • 1 night private room in Ninh Binh Homestay/Bungalow

What's Not Included

Beverages, Personal Expenses, and Tips

Know before you go

  • INFANTS MUST SIT ON LAPS
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Not stroller accessible
  • Not suitable for pets
  • No public transportation nearby
  • Infant seats unavailable
  • We will pick up all the guests in Hanoi Old Quarter from 07.00 to 07.20 AM. Please be ready at your hotel/airbnb/apartment's lobby. Our tour guide will come and call out your name on booking.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Hanoi, VN
Tour start
Hanoi, VN
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 3 days finish where they began, in Hanoi.

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