6D5N HANOI-NINH BINH-HALONGBAY

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Overview

Code: TOUR-23501

Tour type: Group tour

Duration: 6 days

This 6-day journey through Northern Vietnam brings you from the historic capital to majestic landscapes shaped by mountains, rivers, and the sea. Begin in Hanoi, where ancient temples, lively streets, and timeless traditions reflect the cultural heart of Vietnam. Continue to Ninh Binh, often called “Halong Bay on land,” where towering limestone cliffs rise above serene rivers and golden rice fields. Explore the peaceful countryside, ancient pagodas, and dramatic cave waterways before returning to the city. Your adventure concludes with an overnight cruise on the emerald waters of Halong Bay, drifting among iconic limestone karsts and tranquil coves. A seamless blend of culture, nature, and relaxation awaits on this unforgettable northern escape.

Highlight

  • Hanoi
  • Ninh Binh
  • Halong Bay

Itinerary

DAY 1: ARRIVAL – HANOI CITY
🚐 Transferring 🏨 Hotel in Hanoi
  • Upon arrival in Hanoi City, you will be picked up from airport to a hotel in Hanoi for check in and relax.
  • Overnight in Hanoi City.
DAY 2: HANOI – FULL DAY CITY
🚐 Transferring 🚩 English speaking tour guide 🍴 Breakfast, Lunch
  • Morning: History & Heritage
  • After breakfast, start with the Ho Chi Minh Complex (Mausoleum, Museum, One Pillar Pagoda).
  • Visit Tran Quoc Pagoda (West Lake).
  • Tour the Temple of Literature (Quoc Tu Giam), Vietnam's first national university (11th century).
  • Lunch.
  • Afternoon & Evening: Culture & Departure
  • Visit the Museum of Ethnology.
  • Enjoy a Cyclo ride through the Old Quarter.
  • Watch the Water Puppet Show.
  • Stop by Hanoi Train Street.
  • Overnight in Hanoi.
DAY 3: HANOI - BAI DINH - TRANG AN
🚐 Transferring 🚩 English Guide 🏨 Hotel in Hanoi 🍴 Breakfast, Lunch
  • Morning:
  • 07:30: Pick up from hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter, drive through peaceful countryside to Ninh Binh (around 2 hours).
  • Visit Bai Dinh Pagoda, the largest Buddhist complex in Vietnam, featuring giant bronze Buddha statues, hundreds of Arhat figures, and panoramic mountain views.
  • Midday:
  • Afternoon:
  • Enjoy a Vietnamese buffet lunch at a local restaurant with specialties such as goat meat and crispy rice (com chay).
  • Take a boat trip in Trang An, gliding through stunning limestone caves, emerald rivers, and tranquil valleys – “Halong Bay on land.”
  • Relax and take photos amid the breathtaking natural scenery.
  • Evening:
  • 17:00: Depart for Hanoi.
  • 19:30: Drop off at hotel. End of tour.
  • Overnight in Hanoi.
DAY 4: HANOI – HALONG BAY CRUISE
🛳️ Sharing cruise 🚩 English Guide 🍴 Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  • 08:00 AM: Leave Hanoi for Ha Long by vehicle.
  • Arrive Ha Long shaft at noon, you are welcomes on board. Enjoy a welcome drink, check-in your cabin.
  • A fresh seafood lunch will be served on boat during cruise through mystic Ha Long Bay to see the amazing karsts with different formations:
  • Mat Qui (Monster's face) islet
  • But Moc islet
  • Cap De islet
  • Trong (Drum) cave
  • Trinh Nu cave
  • Then head to Luon cave, enjoy swimming if weather permit, sun bathing at Ti Top beach or climb the peak of the mountain for a breathtaking panorama view of Ha Long Bay.
  • Overnight on cruise
DAY 5: HALONG BAY – HANOI
🛶 Basket Boat Experience 🚐 Shuttle bus 🏨 Hotel in Hanoi 🍴 Breakfast, Lunch
  • Morning:
    Wake up early for Tai Chi on the sundeck and enjoy breakfast with the sunrise.
    Visit a Pearl Farm Village, learn about the pearl-making process, and enjoy some free time for swimming or kayaking.
  • Afternoon:
    Brunch on board as the cruise slowly returns to the harbor.
    Disembark and drive back to Hanoi (around 3 hours).
  • Evening:
    Arrive in Hanoi and check in at your hotel.
    Free at leisure or explore the Old Quarter by night.
    Overnight in Hanoi.
DAY 6: HANOI – DEPARTURE
🚐 Transferring 🍴 Breakfast

    After breakfast time, you are free for shopping and souvenirs.
    Relax until transferred to Noi Bai airport for your ongoing flight.

What's Included
  • Travel Agency Service:
  • Support fee, consultation, coordination with local suppliers.
  • 24/7 Customer care support.
  • Local Supplier Services:
  • Accommodation (hotel/homestay/cruise).
  • Meals as specified (B, L, D).
  • Transportation as indicated in the program.
  • Shared cruise trips (if mentioned).
  • Sightseeing entrance fees as listed.
  • English-speaking tour guide at the destination.
What's Excluded
  • Other meals and drinks/ personal expenses.
  • Air fares/ airport taxes.
  • Optional tipping for local guide & driver: 3 – 5 USD/Pax/Day tour.

NOTE: Services in the package are provided and operated by licensed partners. Happy Vietnam Tours ensures service and reputation throughout the tour program.

Total price (VAT included)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Absolutely! This itinerary is a suggested travel idea designed to inspire your journey. It serves as a starting point and can be fully customized to match your interests, schedule, and preferences. Whether you'd like to adjust the activities, include additional destinations, or tailor the pace of the trip, we're here to create a personalized experience just for you. Let us know what you're looking for, and we’ll craft an itinerary that perfectly fits your vision.

A private tour means your journey is exclusively yours. You'll have your own professional guide and private vehicle, giving you the freedom to travel at your own pace. You can linger longer at spots you love, make spontaneous stops for photos, and enjoy an experience built entirely around your interests, not a fixed group schedule.

Yes, absolutely! We specialize in creating personalized journeys for solo travelers, couples, families, and small groups of friends. As a solo traveler, your itinerary is tailored completely to you. A single supplement fee may apply for accommodation, but we will always work to find the best options for your needs.

Your personalized proposal will include a detailed list of inclusions. Typically, this covers:

  • Accommodation with daily breakfast
  • Private, air-conditioned transportation
  • A private, licensed tour guide
  • Entrance fees for all scheduled sights
  • Meals as specified in the itinerary

Exclusions: international flights, visa fees, travel insurance, and personal expenses.

We offer a wide range of accommodations to suit your style, from charming boutique hotels and eco-lodges to luxury resorts. To ensure maximum flexibility, we don't specify hotels in our sample itineraries. Your travel expert will suggest carefully selected options in your proposal, and we are happy to adjust them based on your preferences.

Visa requirements vary greatly depending on your nationality and destination. While your travel expert will offer guidance during the planning stage, we strongly recommend checking the official embassy or consulate website for the most current information.

Our booking process is simple and collaborative:

  1. Send a Request: Fill out the form on our website with your travel ideas.
  2. Personalize Your Trip: A travel expert will contact you to craft a detailed proposal, which you can refine until it’s perfect.
  3. Confirm & Book: Once you are 100% happy with the plan, you confirm your trip with a deposit.

To secure your booking, we require a deposit, which is typically 30% of the total tour cost. The final balance is due 60 days before your departure. Our cancellation policy is structured based on how far in advance the cancellation is made.

For full, detailed information, please see our Booking Terms & Conditions.

Yes, travel insurance is essential for your trip. At Happy Vietnam Tours, we do not include insurance in our packages to allow you the freedom to choose an insurance provider that best suits your needs and guarantees your rights. Your trip is a significant experience, and having reliable insurance ensures you are well-supported in case of unexpected events.

Please note that basic insurance policies in the host country may not meet your expectations regarding support or administrative procedures. Therefore, we strongly recommend purchasing comprehensive travel insurance from your preferred provider.

Important: All customers are required to have valid travel insurance, and we request that you share your insurance details with us before departure.