Hanoi – Halong Bay – Ninh Binh
7 nights and 8 Days
September
Upon arrival, our driver will greet you at Noi Bai Airport and transfer you to Hanoi, Vietnam’s capital. This thousand-year-old city features peaceful lakes, French-style buildings, old quarter streets, tree-lined boulevards, and brightly painted temples and pagodas. Hanoi is one of Asia’s most charming cities. Check into the hotel. Overnight in Hanoi.
Breakfast at the hotel.
08:00 – 08:30 Our shuttle van picks you up at your hotel and others too, then transfers you to Halong City, 165 km east of Hanoi. As you travel through the countryside you will experience the beautiful landscape of rice cultivation.
11:30 – 12:00: Arrive at Tuan Chau Marina. Welcome aboard the cruise. Meet the captain and crew, and join us for a welcome drink as we explain life onboard. Check into your cabin. Time to refresh and unwind.
Enjoy a delectable lunch while cruising to Ha Long Bay. Explore the Surprising Cave, the most beautiful cave in Ha Long Bay, with thousands of stalactites and stalagmites. Return to the cruise and continue to Titop Island for swimming and climbing to the top for the best view of Halong Bay in summer. Cruise to a quiet area, enjoying the beautiful seascape. Return to the boat for a Sunset Party on the sundeck. Join a cooking demonstration to learn about Vietnamese culinary culture. The chef will show you how to make traditional dishes like fresh or dried spring rolls and carve various vegetables and fruits.
In the evening, enjoy a nice dinner at the restaurant, followed by free time. Socialize with other guests, play board games, fish for squid, or relax. Overnight on the cruise.
Enjoy breakfast on board as the boat cruises to the Natural Preservation Zone. Kayak around Luon Cave, then reboard the cruise to refresh and relax before checking out. Leave your bags in the luggage store. Continue exploring the Bay, passing Ba Hang fishing village, Dog Islet, and more, while the crew serves your brunch on board.
11:30 Disembark at the harbor, Tuan Chau Marina and return to Hanoi by shuttle bus
15:30 – 16:00 Arrive in Hanoi, free at your own leisure. Overnight in Hanoi.
Breakfast at the hotel.
Our shuttle bus picks you up at your hotel and others, then drives 110 km south of Hanoi (about 2 hours) to Ninh Binh Province, known as the “Dry Halong Bay.” This area features limestone rocks set among rice fields with winding streams. Upon arrival, take a sampan ride to visit Tam Coc caves, where huge limestone columns rise from paddy fields. Tam Coc, meaning “three caves,” is known as Vietnam’s “Inland Halong Bay.” The leisurely sampan cruise through rice fields and caves offers fresh air and unforgettable scenery.
In the afternoon, visit Hoa Lu, Vietnam’s ancient capital for 41 years during the 10th and 11th centuries, under the Dinh and Le Dynasties. Return to Hanoi.17:30 – 18:00 Arrive in Hanoi. Free time. Overnight in Hanoi
Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer to airport for your flight to Kuala Lumpur. Arrive in Kuala Lumpur and transfer to your hotel. The rest of the day is free.
Overnight in Kuala Lumpur.
Breakfast at hotel
0845 – 0900: Pick up from your hotel.
Highlights of the tour include a photo stop at the Petronas Twin Towers, a visit to the Local Batik and Handicraft Centre, Independence Square, Sultan Abdul Samad Building, and the Spotted Dog Tudor Styled Cricket Club. Drive past Lake Garden and the King’s Palace before stopping at Royal Selangor Pewter and Batu Caves. Enjoy lunch before visiting the Old Railway Station, China Town, and Central Market, where you can experience Teh Tarik.
Return to hotel. Evening enjoy your free time exploring the busy area of your hotel (Bukit Bintang)
Overnight at hotel
Breakfast at the hotel. Day free for shopping or other activities.
Shopping in Kuala Lumpur is a vibrant experience, offering everything from upscale malls to bustling street markets. Pavilion Kuala Lumpur and Suria KLCC are renowned for luxury brands, while Bukit Bintang’s shopping district boasts lively streets filled with fashion boutiques and electronics stores. For a taste of local culture, head to Central Market for handicrafts and traditional goods, or explore the vibrant stalls of Petaling Street in Chinatown. Don’t miss the opportunity to haggle for souvenirs and enjoy the eclectic mix of goods available throughout the city.
Overnight at hotel
Breakfast at the hotel. Check out and transfer to the airport for your onward journey.
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