7 Days Best of Northern Vietnam Halong Bay Cave Tour
During this 7-day trip to Halong Bay Caves in Northern Vietnam, you will fully explore Hanoi, Halong Bay, and Ninh Binh, and enjoy caving time in Hoa Lu, Tam Coc, and Mua Cave.
Your journey starts in Hanoi, the capital of Vietnam, where classic attractions such as Tran Quoc Pagoda, Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, and One Pillar Pagoda can not be missed. In addition, you can also take a cruise to visit Halong Bay, a world cultural heritage site. Then go to Ninh Binh to enjoy the natural scenery.
Finally, you will spend a day visiting popular tourist destinations near Ninh Binh City. Despite caving, you can also enjoy the magnificent panoramic view of Tam Coc from the top of Lying Dragon Mountain.
TOUR CODEINT-V-VNT7
PLACES VISITEDHanoi – Halong Bay – Ninh Binh - Hanoi
DEPARTURE DATESDates are flexible and customizable for private departures.
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Why you'll love this trip?
- Explore the must-see tourist attractions of Hanoi in a day tour.
- Take an overnight cruise to Halong Bay to admire the best caves.
- Travel to the Viet Hai Village by bicycle or motorbike on Cat Ba Island.
- Visit “Halong Bay on land” - Ninh Binh for boat cruising and the best cave exploration.
- Learn about Vietnamese history by visiting the ancient capital, Hoa Lu.
Tour Map & Day by Day Itinerary
Hanoi Arrival
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Welcome to Hanoi!
Upon arrival, our tour guide and driver will welcome you at the airport. You will be escorted to the hotel and check-in. The rest of the day is at your leisure for recovery.
Note: if your arrival time is early, and you prefer to explore the city instead of taking a nap, please kindly tell our travel consultant, and we’ll recommend one of our suggested activities like enjoying the Hanoi food tour by motorbike at night, or having a half-day cooking class, or walking around the Hanoi food street.
Accommodation: Overnight in Hanoi
Meals: NA
Hanoi City Tour (B, L)
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Enjoy your breakfast. In the morning at 8:00-8:30, you will be met by our tour guide at your hotel, and start to explore the city of Hanoi. The morning’s activities include:
1. Tran Quoc Pagoda: located on the shores of West Lake, this pagoda is full of amazing Buddhist symbolism, a must-see for any of Hanoi city tour.
2. Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum: one of the most famous works in Vietnam. With great cultural and historical value, it will expand your understanding of the country.
3. One Pillar Pagoda: Hanoi’s iconic landmark not to be missed, famous for its extraordinary architecture. This Pagoda is not only a famous tourist attraction but also a religious stop for local pilgrims.
4. Temple of Literature: one of the top historical attractions in Hanoi, is the first university in Vietnam. The temple represents Vietnamese ancient architecture and traditional fondness for learning.
End of the sightseeing, you will have lunch at an authentic Vietnamese restaurant, then take a rest.
In the afternoon, you will enjoy the following activities:
1. Hoan Kiem Lake with Ngoc Son Temple: famous for its peaceful beauty, cultural as well as historical values.
2. Taking a traditional cyclo tour through the Old Quarter: the fascinating experience of rickshaws driving around the Old Quarter and experience the daily life of the local.
3. Savor the best street food in the world: Never miss out the Vietnam food
Enjoying local Vietnamese dinner, you will be escorted to watch a traditional Vietnamese water puppet show at Thang Long Water Puppet Theater. The show lasts 50 minutes. It’s a unique Vietnam performance to display the daily life in Northern Vietnam villages.
After the show ends, you’ll transferred to the hotel and the reast of the day is at your own leisure time.
Accommodation: Overnight in Hanoi
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Halong Bay Cruise (B, L, D)
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In the morning, after breakfast, our driver will pick you up at about 8:00, then head to the cruise port of Halong Bay. It takes about 3 hours to arrive. Upon arrival, the cruise staff will help you with the check-in at around 12:00.
Welcome onboard in Halong Bay! You will be greeted with a welcome drink and the introduction and guidelines. Then, you will enjoy the lunch onboard in the elegant dining room.
In the afternoon, you will enjoy some exciting activities such as sightseeing, kayaking, or swimming according to each cruise’s itinerary.
While onboard, you can take advantage of the leisure time of the Spa, Beauty, and Massage services surrounded by the stunning scenery around you. Besides, you can also join in the chef’s cooking class and learn the art of traditional Vietnamese cooking.
In the evening, an elegant dinner is ready with a fusion of Eastern and Western cuisine, accompanied by a wide selection of wines and beverages from around the world.
After dinner, enjoy a leisurely evening onboard, such as joining in board games, squid fishing, a night movie, or bars & karaoke.
Accommodation: Overnight at the Halong Bay
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Full day Halong Bay cruise | Cat Ba Isaland (B, L, D)
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At around 06.30 Coffee, tea and breakfast pastries served in the dining room.
1. Enjoy Tai Chi instruction on the sundeck (duration about 20 minutes).
2. Breakfast will served as the boat sets sail for Cat Ba Island. Arrive at Cat Ba Island and travel to the Viet Hai Village by bicycle or motorbike.
3. After around 11.45 back on board, set sail for the Bat Cave.
Lunch will served.
1. After lunch, join the kayaking excursion to the Bat cave and surrounding waters.
Return to the main boat after the activities and free time till dinner. After dinner, rest at your own leisure.
Accommodation: Overnight in Halong Bay
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Halong Bay Cruise - Hanoi transfer to Ninh Binh (B, Branch)
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Your second day of Halong Bay Cruise will start with a Tai Chi class for 20 minutes to breathe the fresh air and brighten the day.
After breakfast, continue with the exploration of the tourist sites on Halong Bay. At around 10:00, it’s time to pack your luggage for checkout.
At about 11:30 am, your cruise boat will sail back to the port and you will enjoy an early lunch on the way.
Then, our driver will transfer you to Ninh Binh is about 2 hours from the city. Upon arrival, the tour guide and driver will transfer you to the hotel for check in and the rest of the day is at your own leisure time.
Accommodation: Overnight in Ninh Binh
Meals: Breakfast, Branch
Hoa Lu – Tam Coc – Mua Cave (B, L)
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Morning, meet our guide and transfer you to Tam Coc - Bich Dong is a popular tourist destination near the city of Ninh Binh in northern Vietnam. Along Hoang Long River, vast limestone cliffs rising out of the rice paddies make Tam Coc somehow similar to Halong Bay, or on-land Halong Bay as described.
Next to Tam Coc is Hoa Lu, the relics of the ancient capital of Vietnam during 10th century.
Finally climbing up almost 500 steps of Mua cave area, you can reach to the top of Lying Dragon Mountain & have an amazing panoramic view of Tam Coc. After the tour you will transfer back to Hanoi.
Accommodation: Overnight in Hanoi
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Transfer back to Hanoi - Hanoi Departure (B)
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Enjoy your breakfast and free time in the morning until your tour guide picks you up from the lobby then transfer you back to Hanoi.
Upon arrival in Hanoi you will be transfer to the airport it may takes about 3 hours and 30 mins from the city. Tour service ends here.
Hope you enjoyed a great trip with us and we look forward to seeing you next time.
Note: If you’re planning to continue exploring the Indochina region, like Cambodia, Thailand, Laos, and Myanmar, please never hesitate to tell us, we’re tour experts for all of these destinations
Accommodation: NA
Meals: Breakfast
Service Inclusions & Exclusions
Service Inclusions:
- Flight tickets with airport tax as listed in above itinerary.
- Entrance fee and sightseeing as listed in the itinerary.
- Private English speaking tour guide service.
- Private van for land transportation with cold drinking water and soft drink provided in the car.
- Meals as listed in the itinerary (B for breakfast, L for lunch and D for dinner.
Service Exclusions:
- International air tickets.
- Visa Handling fee, visa stamp fee.
- Meals do not listed in itinerary.
- Insurance, gratuities and personal expenses.
- Tipping for guide, driver and hotel bell boys, etc.
- Surcharge for public holidays (if any).
- Services not stated in the itinerary.
What You Can Expect When You Travel with Us
We help you with everything from travel planning, local guides, and comfy rides to tasty food and nice places to stay. You can relax and enjoy your trip with us.
Our dedicated 7/24 1 to 1 consultant service is available around the clock, providing you with expert guidance and support tailored to your specific needs and questions.
Enjoy the comfort and convenience of our private van service with skilled drivers. Relax as we take you to the destination safely and hassle-free.
Discover the best of your destination with our expert local tour guide. They'll show you the hidden gems and share fascinating insights to make your trip unforgettable.
Experience the heart of our community with local special activities. Join us for unique adventures and cultural experiences that will leave you with cherished memories.
Indulge in the finest accommodation for a luxurious stay. Our high-quality rooms offer comfort, style, and relaxation, ensuring a memorable and restful experience during your stay.
Let us recommend delightful local flavor meals. Experience the authentic tastes of our region with our handpicked dishes that showcase the best of our local cuisine.
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7 Days Best of Northern Vietnam Halong Bay Cave Tour
- Tour Code:INT-V-VNT7
- Length: 7 Days
- Route: Hanoi – Halong Bay – Ninh Binh - Hanoi
- Price: USD
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