4-Day Hanoi Ha-Long Bay Day Cruise

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.

After breakfast, drive south to Ninh Binh Province, a region renowned for its dramatic limestone landscapes and lush countryside. Begin your visit at Hoa Lu, the ancient capital of Vietnam during the 10th and 11th centuries. Explore the historic temples dedicated to King Dinh and King Le, beautifully set among limestone mountains and picturesque rice fields.

In the afternoon, embark on a peaceful boat ride through the Trang An Scenic Landscape Complex, a UNESCO World Heritage Site famous for its towering karst formations, hidden caves, tranquil valleys, and rich biodiversity. Depending on the water level and route, the boat may pass through three to six caves, offering a memorable journey through the spectacular natural scenery.

Return to Hanoi at approximately 4:00 PM and spend the evening at leisure.

Overnight in Hanoi.

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before some free time for last-minute shopping in Hanoi’s Old Quarter or at one of the city’s modern shopping malls. Take this opportunity to pick up souvenirs, local handicrafts, or gifts before your journey home.

Check out from the hotel and transfer to Noi Bai International Airport for your departure flight.

Tour ends.