Ninh Binh - Halong Bay Cruise

8.00 Pick up from your hotel and transfer to Ninh Binh.
After a 2 hour drive along highway No 1, arriving in Hoa Lu – the ancient capital of Vietnam in the 11th century. Discover the beauties and the histories of 2 king temples: Dinh King Temple and Le King temple.
Moving to Tam Coc area for a Sampan boat trip along the Ngo Dong river which is a colorful rice field in the harvest season among Karst mountain ranges. The rowing boat will lead you to the gorgeous landscapes and throughout the 3 grottoes (Tam is three and Coc is grotto). Back to the pier after 1.5 – 2 hours in the rowing boat trip and enjoy a lunch at a local restaurant.
After lunch, we will explore Bich Dong pagoda, one of the typical pagoda in the red river delta of northern Vietnam. Crossing the stone bridge to the ancient gate of Bich Dong pagoda. Discover The “Lower pagoda” then more than 100 steps to Chua Trung (Middle pagoda). A special pagoda in the cave and the unique clay statues. Walking up through the cave will lead you to the highest pagoda (Chua Thuong) which not only provides you with the history but also offers a great view from there.
Later, transfer to Hang Mua (Mua cave) to enjoy hiking to the Ngoa Long mountain. Conquer 500 steps to reach the peak. That would be worth it for a great panorama view from the top.
Stay in Ninh Binh.

Included:
Accommodation: Hotel in Ninh Binh
Private transportation
Private sampan boat trip
All entrance fees
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch
Private English speaking guide

After breakfast at your hotel, start to visit Bai Dinh pagoda. This is one of the most impressive and biggest pagodas in southeast Asia, a Buddhism center in Vietnam.
Walking along the 500 stone Arhats statues lead to the main pagoda. Discover the 13 storey tower by a lift to enjoy the panoramic view.
Travel to Trang An area for lunch and relaxing before a sampan rowing boat trip on the clear water of the stream where you can see the bottom or many fishes. Rowing through the grottoes, some of them are 100 – 200-meter long that really bring you an impression.
On the boat trip, we will stop and get off the boat to discover some pagodas and temples which were built to worship the Tran dynasty’s mandarins.
After a 2-hour boat trip. Return to the Trang An pier and return to your hotel.
Overnight in Ninh Binh.

Included:
Accommodation: Hotel in Ninh Binh
Private transportation
Private sampan boat trip
E-car in Bai Dai pagoda
All entrance fees
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch
Private English speaking guide

In the morning, after breakfast, pick up at your hotel in Ninh Binh and transfer to Halong Bay.
After a 3.5 hour transfer, arrive in Tuan Chau island, welcomed by cruise's staff, enjoy a welcome drink and check in procedure for an overnight cruise in Halong bay – Lan Ha Bay.
A sumptuous lunch will be served on the cruise while cruising through the Halong Bay to Lan Ha Bay.
Explore the Dave and Bright Cave – famous for natural beauty in the pristine area of Lan Ha Bay. This will be the best time for some interesting activities such as kayaking, bamboo boat rowing, swimming or simply relaxing.
In the evening, dinner is on the cruise before join in some fishing activities and overnight on the cruise in Lan Ha Bay

Included:
Accommodation: Halong Bay - Lan Ha Bay cruise
Private transportation
All entrance fees
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
English speaking guide on board

Tai Chi lessons are available in the early morning before a nice breakfast.
Then discover the Trung Trang cave – one of the most impressive caves in the middle of Cat Ba island. This is the natural limestone cave with thousand beautiful stalagmites and stalactites in different amazing shapes.
Lunch is ready on the cruise after checking out the room and cruising back to the pier. Meeting our driver and transferring back to Hanoi.
Drop off at your hotel tour ends.

Included:
Accommodation: N/A
Private transportation
All entrance fees
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch
Private English speaking guide