Hanoi: 3 Days Ninh Binh, Ha Long & Lan Ha Bay Azura Cruise

Overview

Day by day itinerary

1. 1HA NOI - NINH BINH⌄

   7:20–7:40 AM: Limousine Bus pick you up from your hotel in Hanoi, you will embark on your 2.5-hour journey to the Ninh Binh. On the way, we have a break around 15 minutes. 10:30 AM: Visit the ancient capital of Hoa Lu 12:00-12:30: Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant, with a Vietnamese buffet of goat meat, fish, chicken, and fried rice, vegetarian food options. 13:30: Continue to the Trang An Landscape Complex - a UNESCO World Heritage Site featured in the 2017 movie Kong: Skull Island. Hop on a wooden boat (4 people/boat) to navigate through its quiet rivers, discover mysterious caves, and admire towering limestone karsts covered with tropical plants. 16:00: Finally, climb up 500 steps to the viewpoint of Mua Caves to marvel at panoramic views of Tam Coc before transfer to Ninh Binh home-stay. You will later spend the night at a hotel in Ninh Binh.

   Meals: Lunch: setmenu

   Overnight: Overnight in Ninh Binh

2. 2NINH BINH – HA LONG/LAN HA BAY⌄

   7:15–7:30 AM: Depart from Ninh Binh by Limousine bus to Tuan Chau Island, gateway to Ha Long Bay. 11:20–11:45 AM: Arrive at Tuan Chau and wait for cruise check-in. Take a tender boat to your luxury cruise ship. Upon boarding, you’ll be welcomed with a refreshing drink and cold towel. After check-in, enjoy lunch in the onboard restaurant as the cruise sails through the serene waters of Ha Long Bay. In the afternoon, enjoy kayaking or a bamboo boat ride to explore the stunning white limestone karsts and the mysterious Dark and Light Caves Return to the ship to relax. You can also join a cooking class or sunset party on deck. After dinner, relax with romantic music, sip a cocktail at the bar, try squid fishing, spa massage (extra fee), or simply rest in your cabin.

   Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner

   Overnight: Overnight in 4-Star Cruises

3. 3Halong-Hanoi⌄

   Wake up early and enjoy a light breakfast as the cruise continues its journey. Kayaking or swimming in the peaceful waters of Tra Bau. After the morning activity, return to the boat for a farewell brunch as the ship makes its way back to the harbor. 11:00 AM: Disembark the harbour. Please wait the bus at the cruise waiting lounge 11:30–11:45 AM: The bus will pick you up from the harbour and back to Hanoi. 3:00–3:30 PM: Arrive in Hanoi’s Old Quarter. (If you have a flight afterward, we can help arrange a taxi for an extra fee.) *** Special Cruise Requests: Please let us know in advance if you’d like to arrange any of the following: Birthday Celebration: A complimentary birthday cake if your check-in date falls on your birthday. Honeymoon or Anniversary: Free honeymoon-style room setup for wedding or anniversary celebrations.

   Meals: Breakfast · Lunch