Culture · Hanoi
Hanoi, Ninh Binh & Ha Long Discovery - 5 Days
Explore the cultural heart of Vietnam, from Hanoi's ancient craft villages and conical hat makers to the serene landscapes of Ninh Binh, culminating in a luxurious overnight cruise through the stunning limestone karsts of Halong Bay.
Partner tour5 daysSmall groupFrom $360
This journey takes you through northern Vietnam's rich heritage and natural wonders, blending cultural immersion with stunning scenic beauty. Begin your adventure in Hanoi with an arrival transfer and leisure time. Discover Hanoi's traditional craft villages, including Quang Phu Cau for incense making and Chuong Village for conical hats. Journey to Ninh Binh for a day at leisure, with opportunities to visit Hoa Lu, enjoy a Trang An sampan ride, and explore Mua Cave. Experience an overnight cruise on Halong Bay, exploring Luon Cave and Sung Sot Cave, with a tai chi session and a visit to Titov Island. Conclude your trip with a visit to Dragon Pearl Cave before transferring back to Hanoi for your departure.
Day by day
Day 1
Hanoi – Arrival + Hanoi Arrival
HotelHotelSILK PATH BOUTIQUE HANOI 4★ — Deluxe or similar
At Noi Bai airport our representative greets you by name and your private car brings you into the city (about 50 minutes). Check in and settle into the capital.
Day 2
Hanoi (at Leisure) + Special Full Day City
HotelHotelSILK PATH BOUTIQUE HANOI 4★ — Deluxe or similar
A full free day with your car on hand — the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, the Temple of Literature, silk shopping and a vegetarian food tour are all close by (payable locally).
Day 3
Hanoi – Ninh Binh (at Leisure)
HotelHotelTHE REED HOTEL NINH BINH 4★ — Deluxe or similar
Ride south to the "Halong Bay on land". Keep your car on hand for Hoa Lu, a Trang An sampan ride and the Mua Cave viewpoint (payable locally). Overnight in Ninh Binh.
Day 4
Ninh Binh – Halong Bay · Ambassador Overnight Cruise
CruiseCruiseAMBASSADOR CRUISE HALONG (46 CABIN) 5★ — Premium or similar
Transfer to the coast and sail at midday. Lunch and dinner can be served Indian, vegetarian or Jain — just tell us when you book. 11:00 Check-in at Ambassador's Lounge — Halong International Cruise Port 12:20 Board the Ambassador; welcome briefing at the Piano Lounge 12:45 Premium lunch while sailing among the World Wonder's limestone islets 14:15 Luon Cave — drift through on a local-rowed bamboo boat, or kayak* 15:45 Sung Sot Cave — the bay's largest cavern (or afternoon tea, spa*, outdoor Jacuzzi on board) 17:30 The ship anchors — cooking class, or Happy Hour* with canapés 19:00 fine-dining dinner on the sundeck with live band (band rests on Mondays) 20:40 Live music, squid fishing, spa* or an in-cabin movie — overnight on the bay
Day 5
Halong Bay – Dragon Pearl Cave – Hanoi + Hanoi Departure
A golden morning on the bay, the Dragon Pearl Cave show & lunch, then back to Hanoi around 5:00 PM for your onward journey. 06:10 Tai chi session on the sundeck 06:30 Light breakfast — coffee, tea and fresh pastries 07:15 Titov Island — swim in turquoise water or climb to the panoramic summit 08:30 Full breakfast at the restaurant 09:30 Bill settlement and check-out 10:15 Disembark at Halong International Cruise Port 12:00 Welcome and check-in at the Dragon Pearl Cave 12:20 "The Quest for the Sacred Pearl" — a multi-sensory performance 13:00 "Tastes of the World" lunch inside the million-year-old cave 14:30 Journey's end — onward transfer
The hotels and cruises named in this itinerary are the ones we book first. If a property is fully booked on your travel dates, we will replace it with another one of the same standard (or better) in the same area, and confirm the change with you before you pay — the tour price stays as quoted.
What's included
- Accommodation as per itinerary
- Overnight cruise / accommodation
- Meals as per itinerary
- Private air-conditioned transport
Not included
- International & domestic flights
- Visa arrangement fees
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses
- Tips & gratuities
Good to know
Accommodation in 4-star hotels and an overnight cruise. Private airport transfer on arrival in Hanoi. Private car for transfers between destinations and for Day 3 in Ninh Binh. Guided excursions as per itinerary, including a guide for Hanoi craft villages and the Halong Bay cruise. Meals as specified in the itinerary (premium lunch, light breakfast, full breakfast, 'Tastes of the World' dining experience on Halong Bay). Activities in Ninh Binh (Hoa Lu, Trang An sampan ride, Mua Cave) are payable locally. Early hotel check-in is subject to availability and may incur additional charges.
Price per person
The more you travel together, the less each person pays.
| 1 | 2–3 | 4–5 | 6–8 | 9–11 | 12+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $890 | $510 | $450 | $410 | $400 | $360 |
Per-person reference prices — a specialist confirms the final quote by email.
From$360
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