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Northern Vietnam Tours

Hanoi – Ha Long Bay 4 Days 3 Nights

Combines Hanoi's Old Quarter with a night on Ha Long Bay, a route well suited to a first trip north.

  • Hanoi
  • Ha Long Bay
Duration
4 days 3 nights
Destinations
2 places
Departs from
Hanoi

Introduction

Programme overview

A four-day journey balancing Hanoi's urban culture with the seascapes of Ha Long.

The night on Ha Long Bay is the highlight; onboard activities depend on each cruise's programme.

Why choose this programme

Highlights

  1. An afternoon strolling the Old Quarter and Hoan Kiem Lake
  2. A night aboard a cruise on Ha Long Bay
  3. Kayaking and cave visits on the bay
  4. Sunrise on the deck on the morning of day three
  5. Free time to explore Hanoi's food scene on your own
  6. Ideal for a first trip north, combining Old Quarter culture with islands and sea

Details

Itinerary

The order and timing may be adjusted for weather and local conditions.

  1. Day 1: Hanoi – Old Quarter

    Overnight in Hanoi

    Pick up guests and get to know the capital.

    • Pick up guests at Noi Bai airport.
    • Check in at the hotel.
    • Stroll around Hoan Kiem Lake and the Old Quarter.
    • Enjoy street food.
    HanoiMeals: Dinner
  2. Day 2: Hanoi – Ha Long Bay

    Overnight aboard a cruise on Ha Long Bay

    Transfer to Ha Long and board the cruise.

    • Depart for Ha Long Bay.
    • Board the cruise and have lunch on board.
    • Visit caves and go kayaking.
    • Watch the sunset over the bay and stay overnight on board.
    Ha Long BayMeals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  3. Day 3: Ha Long Bay – Hanoi

    Overnight in Hanoi

    Tai chi practice and return to Hanoi.

    • Morning tai chi on the deck.
    • Visit the remaining stop on the cruise's programme.
    • Check out of the cruise and have lunch.
    • Return to Hanoi, with the evening free.
    Ha Long BayHanoiMeals: Breakfast, Lunch
  4. Day 4: Hanoi – End

    A free morning and departure.

    • Visit the Temple of Literature or shop at your leisure.
    • Check out.
    • See guests off at Noi Bai airport.
    HanoiMeals: Breakfast

What you get

What is and is not included

Included

  • Transportation as listed in the programme
  • 03 nights' accommodation (02 hotel nights, 01 cruise night)
  • Meals as listed in the itinerary
  • Entry tickets and activities on the bay
  • An accompanying tour guide

Not included

  • Air tickets to and from Hanoi
  • Drinks on the cruise
  • Personal expenses and single-room supplement

Before you go

  • The onboard programme is set by the cruise operator and may change with the weather.
  • Northern winters are cold and often misty, so bring warm clothing.

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