3-Day Hanoi – Halong Bay

Arrive at Noi Bai International Airport, where you will be met by our guide and transferred to your hotel for check-in. (Official check-in time: 14:00–15:00; early check-in is not included.)

In the afternoon, begin your Hanoi sightseeing with a visit to the Ho Chi Minh Complex, including Ba Dinh Square, Ho Chi Minh’s Stilt House, and the iconic One Pillar Pagoda. Continue to Tran Quoc Pagoda, the oldest pagoda in Hanoi, beautifully situated on the shores of West Lake.

Next, visit the Temple of Literature, Vietnam’s first national university, established in 1070 and an important symbol of the country’s rich academic and cultural heritage.

End the day with a traditional cyclo ride through Hanoi’s Old Quarter, exploring its maze of narrow streets filled with local markets, cafés, shops, and hidden temples.

Overnight in Hanoi.

After breakfast, depart for Ha Long Bay, a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its emerald waters and spectacular limestone islands. Upon arrival at Tuan Chau Marina, complete the check-in formalities and attend a brief welcome and safety briefing before boarding the cruise.

Set sail through the breathtaking scenery of the bay and visit Sung Sot (Surprise) Cave, one of Ha Long Bay’s most impressive caves, featuring magnificent stalactites and stalagmites. Enjoy lunch on board while cruising past Ho Dong Tien Cave, Me Cung Cave, and Trong Cave.

Continue to Luon Cave, where you can explore the tranquil waters by kayak or enjoy a traditional bamboo boat ride. Later, visit Titop Island, where you can relax on the beach or hike to the summit for spectacular panoramic views of Ha Long Bay.

As the cruise makes its way back, enjoy afternoon tea on the sundeck while admiring iconic landmarks such as Heaven’s Gate, Dog Stone Islet, Incense Burner Islet, and Fighting Cock Islet. Around 5:30 PM, disembark at Tuan Chau Marina and transfer back to Hanoi.

Overnight in Hanoi.

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before some free time to explore Hanoi’s vibrant Old Quarter, renowned for its traditional handicrafts, silk, local shops, and souvenirs. Take this opportunity to enjoy some last-minute shopping or soak in the lively atmosphere of the historic streets.

Later, transfer to the airport for your departure flight.

Tour ends.