Highlights
- Enjoy no hidden fees, with all taxes and insurance included
- Stay overnight in a 4 - 5★ hotel in Ninh Binh
- Cruise through Lan Ha Bay on a luxurious overnight cruise
- See the unique and beautiful interior of the Dark and Bright Cave
- Experience meals and activities: cooking classes, swimming, and more
Description
From Ha Long’s emerald seas to Ninh Binh’s ancient valleys, experience the best of Vietnam in 3 days — a perfect blend of nature, luxury, relaxation, adventure, and cultural discovery.
Day 1: Ha Noi – Ninh Binh
7:20–7:40 AM: A limousine bus will pick you up from your hotel in Hanoi for the 2.5-hour journey to Ninh Binh. There will be a break of around 15 minutes on the way.
10:30 AM: Visit the ancient capital of Hoa Lu
12:00-12:30: Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant, with a Vietnamese buffet of goat meat, fish, chicken, and fried rice, vegetarian food options.
13:30: Continue to the Trang An Landscape Complex - a UNESCO World Heritage Site featured in the 2017 movie Kong: Skull Island. Hop on a wooden boat (4 people/boat) to navigate through its quiet rivers, discover mysterious caves, and admire towering limestone karsts covered with tropical plants.
16:00: Finally, climb up 500 steps to the viewpoint of Mua Caves to marvel at panoramic views of Tam Coc before transfer to Ninh Binh home-stay. You will later spend the night at a hotel in Ninh Binh.
Day 2: Ninh Binh – Ha Long/Lan Ha Bay
7:15–7:30 AM: Depart from Ninh Binh by Limousine bus to Tuan Chau Island, gateway to Ha Long Bay.
11:20–11:45 AM: Arrive at Tuan Chau and wait for cruise check-in.
Take a tender boat to your luxury cruise ship. Upon boarding, you’ll be welcomed with a refreshing drink and cold towel.
After check-in, enjoy lunch in the onboard restaurant as the cruise sails through the serene waters of Ha Long Bay.
In the afternoon, enjoy kayaking or a bamboo boat ride to explore the stunning white limestone karsts and the mysterious Dark and Light Caves
Return to the ship to relax. You can also join a cooking class or sunset party on deck.
After dinner, relax with romantic music, sip a cocktail at the bar, try squid fishing, spa massage (extra fee), or simply rest in your cabin.
Day 3: Ha Long – Lan Ha Bay
Wake up early and enjoy a light breakfast as the cruise continues its journey. Go kayaking or swimming in the peaceful waters of Tra Bau.
After the morning activity, return to the boat for a farewell brunch as the ship makes its way back to the harbor.
11:00 AM: Disembark at the harbor. Please wait for the bus in the cruise waiting lounge.
11:30–11:45 AM: The bus will pick you up from the harbor and take you back to Hanoi.
3:00–3:30 PM: Arrive in Hanoi’s Old Quarter. (If you have a flight afterward, we can help arrange a taxi for an extra fee.)
*** Special Cruise Requests: Please let us know in advance if you’d like to arrange any of the following:
Birthday Celebration: A complimentary birthday cake if your check-in date falls on your birthday.
Honeymoon or Anniversary: Free honeymoon-style room setup for wedding or anniversary celebrations.
Includes
Pickup and drop-off within Hanoi Old Quarter
Air-conditioned vehicle
English-speaking tour guide in Ninh Binh and Halong Bay
2 nights
Night 1: 1 night at an ecolodge/hotel – private room
Night 2: Luxury 6-star cruise with private balcony and bathtub – private room
Included meals (2 breakfasts, 3 lunches, and 1 dinner)
Vegan, vegetarian, special dietary needs & food allergies accommodated
Entrance fee for Ninh Binh
Insurance on board
Welcome drink on the boat
Kayaking
Tai chi
Ride a bike, kayak, and bamboo boat
Cooking class
Sunset party on the boat
Birthday celebration (A birthday cake if your birthday is the same day as your check-in on the Ha Long Bay boat)
Honeymoon cabin (if requested before departure)
VAT is included for all bookings made from 30 June 2026 onward
Excludes
Drinks
1 dinner in Ninh Binh
Use of Horizon Suite (extra $30 per person), Imperial Suite (extra $170 per person) (Applicable to cruise cabins)
Surcharge on Christmas (Dec 24), New Year's Eve (Dec 31), Lunar New Year (Feb 5–8, 2027) and national holidays
Important Information
- 1. Advanced registration is required with full passenger details and any dietary requirements
- 2. Airport transfers available on request for an additional fee
- 3. Cabins are private. Each cabin accommodates up to 3 guests (e.g. 4 guests = 2 private cabins). Children share existing beds with their parents
- 4. Note: Child age is based on the year of birth
- 5. Each room will be free 1 child from 0-4 years old. 2nd child from 0-4 years old will be charged 50% of an adult price
- 6. Child from 5-10 years old: 75% of an adult price
- 7. Child from 11 years old and above: Same price as an adult and get a separate bed
Easy cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
