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3 days
Daily Tour
12 people
English, Vietnamese
Discover Northern Vietnam’s history, landscapes and coastal scenery on this 3-day, 2-night group tour from Hanoi. Explore the ancient capital of Hoa Lu, take a scenic boat trip through Trang An, climb Mua Cave for panoramic countryside views, and enjoy free time in Ha Long before an evening at Dragon Pearl Cave. Finish with a Ha Long Bay day cruise featuring Sung Sot Cave (Surprise Cave), kayaking at Luon Cave and a visit to Titov Island.
07:30–08:00: Meet your guide and driver for pickup from your hotel in Hanoi’s Old Quarter, then travel to Ninh Binh.
09:15: Take a short rest stop of approximately 15–20 minutes.
10:30: Visit Hoa Lu Ancient Capital, Vietnam’s capital from 968 to 1010. Explore the temples of King Dinh and King Le and learn about the Dinh, Le and Ly dynasties. Guests who prefer not to visit the temple area may wait outside.
11:15–11:45: Enjoy a 30-minute cycling activity to see local life, or relax at the restaurant and enjoy the surrounding lake, waterfall and valley views.
12:00: Enjoy a buffet lunch featuring local specialties at a restaurant in the Trang An area. Vegetarian options are available.
13:15–13:30: Continue to Trang An Scenic Landscape Complex, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, for a boat trip of approximately 2.5 hours through dramatic limestone scenery and caves.
16:00: Visit Mua Cave and climb approximately 500 steps to the summit of Ngoa Long Mountain for panoramic views of the countryside and Ngo Dong River.
17:00: Finish sightseeing and transfer to your hotel in Ninh Binh.
17:30: Arrive at the hotel and check in. Relax or enjoy the hotel swimming pool, if available.
19:30: Enjoy dinner at a local restaurant.
Overnight: 4-star hotel in Ninh Binh. Lunch and dinner are included.
06:30: Enjoy breakfast at the hotel.
07:00: Depart from your hotel in Ninh Binh for the transfer to Ha Long.
11:00: Arrive in Ha Long. Lunch is at your own expense, followed by hotel check-in.
Afternoon: Enjoy free time to relax on the beach, swim or explore Ha Long’s shopping areas at your own pace.
16:30: Transfer to Dragon Pearl Cave.
17:15: Arrive at Dragon Pearl Cave and take in its distinctive natural setting and cave formations.
18:15–19:00: Watch the Dragon Pearl Show, “The Quest for the Sacred Pearl,” a performance inspired by Vietnamese mythology, cultural heritage and the enduring bond of motherly love.
19:00–20:30: Enjoy a special set-menu dinner in the cave setting.
20:30: Transfer back to your hotel.
21:15: Arrive at the hotel and enjoy the rest of the evening at leisure.
Overnight: 4-star hotel in Ha Long. Breakfast and dinner are included; lunch is not included.
08:00: Enjoy breakfast at the hotel.
08:30: Transfer from your hotel to Ha Long International Cruise Port.
09:00–09:45: Check in at Ambassador’s Lounge before boarding Ambassador Day Cruise II.
10:00–11:00: Relax on board as the cruise passes the dramatic limestone karsts and emerald waters of Ha Long Bay and Bai Tu Long Bay.
11:00–12:30: Explore Sung Sot Cave (Surprise Cave), known for its impressive scale, stalactites and natural formations.
12:30–13:40: Enjoy lunch on board while taking in the bay scenery.
13:40–14:40: Discover Luon Cave and kayak through its natural passage into a peaceful lagoon surrounded by limestone cliffs.
14:40–15:40: Visit Titov Island. Relax on the crescent-shaped beach or climb to the summit for panoramic views of Ha Long Bay.
15:40–16:30: Relax on the sundeck with afternoon tea and live music as the cruise returns to the harbor.
16:30–16:45: Disembark at Ha Long International Cruise Port.
16:45: Meet your driver and depart for Hanoi.
Approximately 20:00–20:30: Arrive at your hotel in Hanoi, bringing the tour to an end.
Meals: Breakfast and lunch are included.
The tour travels from Hanoi to Ninh Binh and Ha Long. Highlights include Hoa Lu Ancient Capital, Trang An, Mua Cave, Dragon Pearl Cave and a Ha Long Bay day cruise with Sung Sot Cave, Luon Cave and Titov Island.
The tour lasts 3 days and 2 nights, with one overnight stay in Ninh Binh and one in Ha Long.
The itinerary includes pickup from hotels in Hanoi’s Old Quarter on Day 1 and a return transfer to Hanoi on Day 3. The expected arrival time back in Hanoi is approximately 20:00–20:30, depending on traffic and operating conditions.
Yes. The package includes two hotel nights: one in Ninh Binh and one in Ha Long, with daily breakfast. Rooms with large windows or a balcony are subject to availability.
Meals are provided as specified in the itinerary: lunch and dinner on Day 1, breakfast and dinner on Day 2, and breakfast and lunch on Day 3. Lunch on Day 2 in Ha Long is at your own expense.
The itinerary states that vegetarian options are available for the buffet lunch in the Trang An area on Day 1. Please inform Azotar Travel of any dietary requirements in advance so they can be checked with the relevant providers.
The visit to Mua Cave involves climbing approximately 500 steps to the summit of Ngoa Long Mountain. Guests should consider their fitness and comfort with stairs before joining this activity.
Yes. The Day 3 itinerary includes a kayaking experience at Luon Cave. The original package lists the kayaking ticket among the included entrance fees.
The itinerary includes Sung Sot Cave (Surprise Cave), Luon Cave and Titov Island, along with scenic cruising, lunch on board and afternoon tea with live music during the return journey.
Standard hotel check-in is at 14:00 and check-out is at 12:00. Any applicable early check-in or late check-out fees are payable by the guest.
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