Hanoi: 2-Day Ha Long Bay Cruise & Ninh Binh UNESCO Tour

Hanoi Old Quarter, Vietnam



Discover Bai Dinh, boat through Trang An's scenic caves, and hike Mua Caves for breathtaking views. Cruise Ha Long Bay, kayak, swim, and enjoy a sunset party on a 2-day trip with meals and transfers.

Highlights

  • Visit Bai Dinh Temple, the largest complex of Buddhist temples in the country
  • Sail upstream to the grottoes of Trang An aboard a traditional wooden boat
  • Uncover the stunning beauty of the Luon Cave - kayaking on the Halong blue water
  • Enjoy a sunset party on the boat with light foods, fruits, and more
  • Discover Sung Sot Cave, Luon Cave, and Ti Top Island

Description

Take a 2-day trip to Ha Long Bay and Ninh Binh (Bai Dinh, Trang An, and Mua Caves) with transfers, meals, and an English-speaking tour guide.

Day 1: Halong Bay Cruise – Visit Sung Sot Cave, Ti Top Island & Kayak Luon Cave with Guide, Transfers & Lunch

✓ Start your day between 07:20 and 08:30 AM with a hotel pickup from Hanoi’s Old Quarter area. Enjoy a scenic drive through vibrant green landscapes and travel to Halong Bay via the highway in about 2.5 hours. Along the way, take a 15-minute break at a pearl shop near the port to unwind and discover how pearls are crafted.

✓ Upon reaching Tuan Chau Harbor, embark on a cruise across the turquoise waters while admiring the impressive rock formations. Relish a traditional Vietnamese lunch on board as you take in the stunning scenery ( Vegetarian food is available).

✓ Continue your journey with a visit to the famous Sung Sot Cave, also called the 'Surprise Cave.' Marvel at the sparkling stalactites in countless unique shapes. Then, enjoy kayaking or a bamboo boat ride to explore the beautiful Luon Cave.

✓ Feel the sun’s warmth as you pass Ti Top Island. Take a refreshing swim or hike to the summit of Titop for panoramic bay views. Afterwards, relax before returning to the boat for a Sunset Party featuring red wine, light foods, and fresh fruit.

✓ After the cruise, return to your hotel in Hanoi, arriving back in the Old Quarter around 9 PM.

Day 2: Hanoi - Ninh Binh: Bai Dinh - Trang An - Mua Cave - Buffet Lunch & Transfer

✓ Start your journey between 07:10-08:00 AM with pickup at your hotel in Hanoi’s Old Quarter and head to Ninh Binh, a land of ancient temples and dramatic landscapes.

✓ Visit the grand Bai Dinh Temple Complex, home to towering Buddha statues, a massive bronze bell, and rows of serene stone Arhats.

✓ Enjoy a delicious local buffet lunch.

✓ Cruise along the serene waterways of Trang An - a UNESCO World Heritage Site - by wooden boat, gliding through caves and lush limestone peaks featured in Kong: Skull Island.

✓ End your adventure with a climb up 500 steps to the top of Mua Caves for panoramic views of Tam Coc’s breathtaking scenery.

✓ Return to Hanoi by 07:00-07:30PM, filled with unforgettable memories.

Includes

Full Day Halong Bay - Sung Sot Cave - Titop Island - Luon Cave
Full Day Ninh Binh - Bai Dinh - Trang An - Mua Cave
Transfer during the trip with pickup and drop off in Hanoi Old Quarter area
Limousine bus from Hanoi to Ninh Binh
Modern bus from Hanoi to Halong Bay by air-conditioned vehicle
Electric car in the Bai Dinh Pagoda
English-speaking local guide for Halong Bay and Ninh Binh
All entrance fees
Boat trip at the Trang An Grotto
Boat trip in Halong Bay
Kayaking/bamboo boat in Halong
Ha Long Bay Sunset Party
All lunches included
All activities
Mineral water (1 bottle/person) on bus

Excludes

Hotel in Hanoi
Drinks and other meals, tips
Surcharge for Lunar New Year

Important Information

  • Pick-up & Tour Information:
    Pick-up and drop-off available at hotels in Hanoi Old Quarter
    Children Policy (based on year of birth)
    => 4-8 years old:
    ***First child charged at child rate
    ***Second child charged at adult rate
    => Under 4 years old:
    Free of charge when sharing services (seat, meal, etc.) with an adult
    If taller than 1 meter, entrance fees apply, payable by accompanying adult
    Please provide your WhatsApp number for pickup contact
    ⏰ Pickup time will be confirmed via email within 24 hours after booking, kindly check your email for updates

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

Frequently Asked Questions

The tour includes visits to Bai Dinh Temple, Trang An grottoes, kayaking in Luon Cave, a sunset party on the boat, and stops at Sung Sot Cave, Luon Cave, and Ti Top Island, along with transfers, meals, and an English-speaking guide.
Bai Dinh Temple, the largest Buddhist temple complex in Vietnam, is located near Ninh Binh and is part of the second day of the tour.
Yes, the tour includes kayaking on the blue waters of Luon Cave in Ha Long Bay.
The visit to Trang An grottoes is done aboard a traditional wooden boat.
Yes, transfers between Hanoi, Ha Long Bay, and Ninh Binh are included in the tour package.
The sunset party occurs on the first day of the cruise while sailing in Ha Long Bay.
No, light foods, fruits, and meals are provided during the cruise as part of the tour.
Yes, the itinerary includes a visit to Ti Top Island on the first day of the Ha Long Bay cruise.
The tour lasts for two days, covering Ha Long Bay on the first day and Ninh Binh UNESCO sites on the second day.
Yes, visits to Sung Sot, Luon, and Mua Caves are generally suitable for all ages, but some areas may require walking or climbing.

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