Halong Bay Cruise Package - 9 Days 8 Nights: Hanoi - Ninh Binh - Halong Bay & Lanha Bay - Ha Giang - Ban Gioc - Ba Be Lake

HANOI - NINH BINH - HALONG BAY & LANHA BAY - HA GIANG - BAN GIOC
BA BE LAKE - 9 DAYS/ 8 NIGHTS PACKAGE TOUR

DETAIL ITINERARY: 

Day 1: Hanoi - Ninh Binh Tour - Hoa Lu - Trang An/ Tam Coc - Mua Cave - Overnight in Ninh Binh (L,D)

07h30 - 8h00: Our tour guide and driver will pick you up from the hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter for transfer to Ninh Binh.

09h15: You will have a short break of 15 - 20 minutes to stretch your legs, use the facilities or have a quick snack.

10h30: Visiting Hoa Lu, the ancient capital of Vietnam from years 968 to 1010. Then you will visit the Temple of Dinh King and Le King to learn more about Vietnamese history under the Dinh, Le, and Ly Dynasties. 

11h15 - 11h45: It’s time to join our 30 minutes cycling activity to discover the life of the local people. Or stay behind and either relax in the restaurant for sightseeing and capture the views around lake, waterfall and valleys.

12h00: You will have a buffet lunch with local specialties in the private area of our restaurant. The vegetarian option is also available.

13h15 - 13h30:
Option 1: Tam Coc, known as “Halong Bay on the land”, where you will spend 1.5 hours on the boat to explore this area. On this excursion down the Ngo Dong River, you will pass through the beautiful paddy fields, limestone karst formation, and a stunning cave system including Hang Ca, Hang Hai, and Hang Ba caves for a unique experience.

Option 2: Trang An, a World Heritage Site recognized by UNESCO in 2014. There, you can spend 1.5 hours on the boat ride to enjoy the beauty of this place, which owns a beautiful tunnel cave system and appears in the New Version of Kong in 2016 - “Skull Island”.

15h30: We continue to visit Mua Cave and climb 500 steps to reach the peak of Ngoa Long Mountain, overlooking the amazing view of the city and Tam Coc below.
 
16:55 - 17:00: Get on the limousine to return our bungalow 

19:00 - 19:30: Have a dinner - free time in bungalow - overnight in bungalow

• Transportation: Limousine
• Meals: Lunch, Dinner served in the tour as mentioned.
• Accommodation: Bungalow in Ninh Binh

Day 2: Ninh Binh - Halong Bay & Lan Ha Bay - Dark & Bright cave - Overnight On Board (B,L,D)

7:00 - 7:30: Pick up from bungalow from Ninh Binh to Halong Bay

10h30: Have a short break for 20 minutes to relax

11:45 Arrive at Tuan Chau Harbor.

11:45- 12:30 Transfer by tender boat to Velar of the seas cruise.

12:30 The Cruise Manager and crew member welcome you onboard with guiding information and a safety briefing.



13:15 Enjoy afabulous lunch in our restaurant. During lunch time, our cruise starts to sail through the magnificent Lan Ha Bay, a geological extension of Halong Bay which is less visited, less inhabited and therefore has the extra appeal of being a more peaceful place. After lunchtime, you will have a short break before joining the first activity of the tour.

15:15 Visit Dark & Bright Cave by bamboo boat rowed by the local fishermen, a serene round lake surrounded by lush trees and high stone cliffs.

17:30 - 18:30 Enjoy the Sunset Party with fruits and snacks at Velar Sky Bar and Happy Hour will offer you a drink at an attractive price. Happy together, watching the Sun falling into the sea will be unforgettable memories for every single traveler on board.

18:00 Our Vietnamese cooking demonstration is a great way to learn how to prepare delicious appetizers and we will guide you through the process.

19:00 You can spoil yourself with a unique Signature Dinner in our distinctive restaurant.

20:30 It is now time to relax with an exotic cocktail and drink in the evening landscape. Our bar offers a wide range of wine, beer, and liqueurs and is always a welcome sight for guests after a day sailing on the Bay. You can order an indulgent spa service, watch movies, go squid fishing or simply relax on our rooftop deck under the cover of a brightly illuminated sky.

22:30 Overnight on boat: clean air - conditioned rooms with private washroom.

• Transportation: Limousine
• ​Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner served in the tour as mentioned.
• Accommodation: Senior Suite on cruise

Day 3: Lanha Bay - Taichi - Breakfast - Tra Bau Floating Village - Tuan Chau Marina - Ninh Binh - Overnight in Ninh Binh ( B, BR)

06:00 Greets first light of the day on Sundeck, warming up your body with Tai Chi lesson or enjoy an early morning cup of tea, coffee or juice to watch the stunning scenery unfold before you

06:30 Light breakfast will be served in our restaurant (pastries, tea, coffee)

07:15 - 08:15 Explore Lan Ha Bay by doing kayaking around Tra Bau Floating Village.
 
09:30 It time to back to Tuan Chau habour. Check out of your cabin as we draw closer to the mainland. After a final early brunch and a last goodbye from our crew at 10:45 -11:00, you will board our tender and head back to the wharf where you will be met by your return trip vehicle to transfer you to Hanoi.

11:45 - 12:00: Our driver is coming to pick you up from Tuan Chau, then transfer you by limousine with air-conditioned from Halong Bay to Hanoi Old Quarter

14:30 - 15:00: ​Check in at your hotel and enjoy some free time to relax.

• Transportation: Limousine
• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch served in the tour as mentioned.
• Accommodation: Deluxe Room in Hotel 

Day 4: Hanoi - Ha Giang - Quan Ba - Yen Minh - Overnight in Yen Minh (L,D)

06:30: Our Limousine bus will pick you up from your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter.

11:00: The bus stops at Tuyen Quang City for a break.

13:00: Arrive in Ha Giang City. Enjoy your lunch at our restaurant. The Ha Giang Loop journey begins: KmO Milestone, Heaven's Gate,Quan Ba Twin Mountain, Can Ty Pass.
 
17:00: Arrive in Yen Minh town to check into the hotel and relax.

18:30: Savor a group dinner at the restaurant, followed by free time to unwind.

• Transportation: Limousine
• Meals: Lunch, Dinner served in the tour as mentioned.
• Accommodation: Deluxe Room in Hotel 

Day 5: Yen Minh - Lung Cu - Dong Van - Meo Vac - Overnight in Dong Van Town (B,L,D)

07:00: Breakfast and check-out at the hotel. Then continue the journey with visits to: Tham Ma Pass, Lung Cam Cultural Village (visit Pao’s House), King's Palace, Lung Cu Flag Tower, Lo Lo Chai Village

12:30: Arrive at Dong Van Old Town for a rest and have lunch at a local restaurant. After the meal, you can explore Dong Van Old Town or relax with a cup of coffee in the charming ancient streets. Then, the journey continues with a visit to: Ma Pi Leng Pass, Panorama stop for breathtaking views, Nho Que River by boat
 
17:00: Arrive in Meo Vac town for check-in and dinner at a Pa Vi Cultural village homestay.

18:30: Enjoy dinner at a local restaurant. Then, you are free to rest and relax.

• Transportation: Limousine
• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner served in the tour as mentioned.
• Accommodation: Deluxe Room in Hotel 

Day 6: Meo Vac - 14 Floor Pass - Pac Po - Cao Bang - Overnight in Cao Bang City (B,L,D)

07:00: Have breakfast and check out of the homestay. Then continue the tour visiting: Meo Vac Town (On Sunday mornings, guests can join the Ethnic Market of the Highlanders), Bao Lac Town, 14-Floor Pass (Me Pia Pass).

12:30: Enjoy a lunch at a restaurant. Then, proceed to visit the historical site of Pac Po in Ha Quang District, Cao Bang Province, including: Le Nin Spring. Karl Marx Mountain. Coc Po Cave.



17:00: Arrive in Cao Bang City and check in at a homestay.

18:30: Enjoy dinner at the restaurant. Then guests are free to explore Cao Bang at night. (On weekends, guests have the opportunity to visit Kim Dong Pedestrian Street)

• Transportation: Limousine
• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner served in the tour as mentioned.
• Accommodation: Deluxe Room in Hotel 

Day 7: Cao Bang - Ban Gioc Waterfall - Overnight in Khuoi Ky Village (B,L,D)

7:00: After having breakfast, we will depart to visit Ban Gioc Waterfall, making stops at several beautiful viewing spots along the way: 

• Ban Gioc Waterfall
• Take a boat to explore Ban Gioc Waterfall
• Phat Tich Pagoda

12:30: Enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant. Afterward, the group will continue the journey to visit Nguom Ngao Cave.

16:00: Guests will check into their rooms and have some leisure time to rest and relax at Ban Gioc.

18:30: Dinner will be served at the restaurant. After dinner, guests can relax and enjoy their evening at their own pace. (Guests can engage with the local community and learn about their customs, traditions, and way of life)

• Transportation: Limousine
• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner served in the tour as mentioned.
• Accommodation: Deluxe Room in Hotel 

Day 8: Ban Gioc - Ba Be Lake - Overnight in Ba Be (B,L,D)

7:00: Rise and shine, check out of your room, and enjoy breakfast. Prepare to continue our journey to the captivating Ba Be Lake. Along the way, we will visit:

• Thung Lung Nui Thung (Eye of God Mountain Valley), a picturesque natural marvel.
• Ren Phuc Sen Village, renowned for its exceptional knife-making craft and agricultural tools in Quang Uyen.

10:00: Depart from Cao Bang and embark on a scenic drive to Ba Be. Prepare to be captivated by the beauty of mountain passes, including Tai Ho Sin Pass, Cao Bac Pass, Khau Khang Pass, and Gio Pass.

12:00: Take a break and indulge in a delightful lunch at Gio Pass.

16:00: Arrive at Ba Be and settle into traditional stilt house accommodations with the hospitable Tay ethnic people, nestled along the scenic Ba Be Lake.

18:30: Enjoy dinner and spend the night at the enchanting Ba Be tourist area.

• Transportation: Limousine
• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner served in the tour as mentioned.
• Accommodation: Deluxe Room in Hotel 

Day 9: Ba Be Lake - Hanoi (B,L)

7:00: Have breakfast and check out. They will then board the vehicle to return to Hanoi.

8:00: Embark on a memorable boat trip at Ba Be Lake. Immerse yourself in the serene scenery, capture stunning photos, and visit the following enchanting spots:

• Discover the mythical beauty of Fairy Pond
• Visit the sacred An Ma Temple
• Explore the captivating Ba Goa Island

11:30: Enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant. Guests will board the vehicle and begin the journey back to Hanoi. Along the way, there will be stops at souvenir shops in Bac Kan and Thai Nguyen.

19:00: Arrival in Hanoi. Guests can choose to end the tour at Noi Bai Airport or in Hanoi Old Quarter. 

• Transportation: Limousine
• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch served in the tour as mentioned.

CHILDEN’S POLICY

• From 1-4 years old: Free of charge, sharing the service with parents (Surcharged 30 usd/seat if request a private seat for child from 1-4 years old)
• From 5-8 years old: 75% of charge (Apply for 1 child, the second child will be charged 100% of adults)
• From 9 years old and up : 100% of adults