Hanoi - Ha Long - Ninh Binh (3-Days)~
This active 3-day loop from Hanoi packs northern Vietnam’s top landmarks—Bat Trang pottery village, Ha Long Bay, and Ninh Binh—into one high-impact weekend. The tour’s ultimate selling point is its time-efficient blending of artisan crafts, a seven-hour cruise, and a peak climb, making it perfect for time-pressed travelers seeking maximum adventure.
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Trip Duration
3 Days & 2 Nights
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Group Size
10 People Max
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Trip Type
Daily Trip
Day 1 - Hanoi To Ha Long City
Depart Hanoi and bound for Bac Ninh where you will visit But Thap Pagoda one of the oldest Buddhist sanctuary in Northern Vietnam. After a short drive to the pottery village of Bat Trang. Visit the pottery museum and walk around to explore the village with 6 centuries of potterry traditions. Visit the market and you have a chance to play with the potter’s wheel. After Bat Trang, take a scenic drive to Ha Long Bay, one of Vietnam’s most iconic destinations. Spend the remainder of the day relaxing on Bai Chay Beach. Enjoy the vibrant night life in Ha Long City.
Day 2 - Ha Long Bay To Ninh Binh (B/L)
Discover the breathtaking beauty of Ha Long Bay, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its stunning seascape of limestone karsts and emerald waters. Embark on a seven-hour boat cruise that takes you through a maze of nearly 3,000 limestone islands. Along the way, stop at secluded coves for a refreshing swim and explore hidden grottoes tucked beneath towering cliffs. Enjoy a delectable seafood lunch on board as you soak in the serene surroundings. After the cruise, journey to Ninh Binh.
Day 3 - Ninh Binh To Hanoi
The day is to explore the extraordinary attractions in Ninh Binh before the late afternoon drive back to Hanoi. In the morning we walk up 500 steps at Hang Mua to be rewarded with the breath taking panorama and the sunset from the top of this karst hill. We visit some old temples in Hoa Lu, the site of the medieval capital. In the afternoon we take a stunning boat trip and paddle through the magnificent karst landscape in Trang An, a UNESCO site. Embark on a road transfer via the express way from Ninh Binh to Hanoi.
Include
- Accommodation: Selected comfortable hotels in Ha Long City and Ninh Binh (with daily breakfast included from Day 2).
- Meals: 1 delectable seafood lunch (L) served on board the Ha Long Bay cruise.
- Transport: Private air-conditioned vehicle for all regional transfers, airport/city connections, and the return drive to Hanoi via the modern expressway.
- Cruises & Boat Tours: 7-hour premium day cruise through the Ha Long Bay UNESCO site. Traditional rowing boat journey through the Trang An UNESCO karst landscape and grottoes.
- Activities & Sightseeing: Guided excursions to the historic But Thap Pagoda and the medieval temples of Hoa Lu Ancient Capital. Hang Mua peak climb (500 steps) for panoramic valley views. Beach time at Bai Chay Beach.
- Artisan Experiences: Guided cultural tour of the 6-century-old Bat Trang Pottery Village, entry to the Bat Trang Pottery Museum, and a hands-on pottery-making experience using a traditional potter's wheel.
- English speaking guide.
- Domestic travel insurance as per official regulation.
- Daily wet tissue and drinking water.
Exclude
- Kayak and beach services during Halong bay cruise.
- Tips for boat rower in Trang An.
- Tips for driver and guide.
Ha Long Bay
Quang Ninh
Trang An
Ninh Binh
Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum
Hanoi
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