3 DAYS EXPLORE NINH BINH AND HALONG BAY FROM HANOI
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Discover the beauty of North Vietnam with our 3 Day Ninh Binh & Halong Bay Tour from Hanoi. This journey takes you through the peaceful countryside of Ninh Binh and the world-famous UNESCO Heritage Halong Bay.
On the first day, start from Hanoi and visit Hoa Lu, Vietnam’s ancient capital, then take a bamboo boat through Tam Coc, known as “Halong Bay on land,” with limestone cliffs rounded the rice fields. After that, enjoy a leisure bike ride through local villages and climb Mua Cave for a panoramic view of Ninh Binh.
The next day, leave Ninh Binh for Halong Bay, where you’ll board an overnight cruise. Sail past thousands of limestone islands, explore Sung Sot caves and Ti Topsialnd. Enjoy kayaking or swimming in Halong Bay. Watch the sun set over the bay before a delicious dinner on board.
On the last day, wake up early to see the sunrise over Halong Bay. After a light breakfast, continue cruising to visit Luon Cave before enjoying brunch on the boat. Disembark and return to Hanoi in the afternoon.
Want to experience both Ninh Binh’s charm and Halong Bay’s in just one trip? Our 3 Day Ninh Binh & Halong Bay Tour is the perfect choice for you!
Cruises you’d stay:
- 3 stars: Le Journey Cruise
- 4 stars: Amanda Cruise
- 5 stars: Hermes Cruise
Itineraries
Day 1: Hanoi - Hoa Lu - Tam Coc - Mua Cave (L,)
07:30 – 08:00
Our guide will meet you at your hotel in Hanoi’s Old Quarter. Begin the journey to Ninh Binh.
09:15
Take a short 15–20 minute rest stop along the way.
10:30
Explore Hoa Lu, Vietnam’s ancient capital (968–1010). Learn history stories about the Dinh, Le, and Ly dynasties of the country
11:45
Enjoy a buffet lunch.
13:00
Embark on a serene 1.5-hour sampan boat tour in Tam Coc – often called “Halong Bay on land.”Slowly sail along the Ngo Dong River, and through 3 natural caves, surrounded by stunning limestone mountains.
14:30
Cycle through the dirt road surrounded by peaceful countryside of Ninh binh.
15:30
Visit Mua Cave (Dancing Cave) and climb nearly 500 stone steps to the top of Lying Dragon Mountain for panoramic views of Tam Coc.
16:30
Arrive at the bungalow for check-in and relaxation.
Free time
Day 2: Ninh Binh - Halong Bay Cruise (B,L,D)
07:00
Our shuttle will pick you up and take you to Halong Bay.
12:00
Arrive at Tuan Chau Harbor and transfer to Halong Bay cruise.
13:00
Check in to your cabin and enjoy a buffet lunch on board.

15:00
Visit the peaceful Pearl Farm area – perfect for kayaking and admiring the stunning scenery of Halong Bay.
16:00
Arrive at Ti Top Island. Hike to the peak for a panoramic view of the bay, or relax and swim at the island’s beautiful white-sand beach.
18:00
Return to the cruise. Sip your favorite drink during Happy Hour at Sky Bar while watching the magical Halong Bay sunset.
18:30
Join a fun Vietnamese Cooking Class on board.
19:00
Enjoy a delightful dinner and spend the night on the cruise.
Day 3: Halong Bay Cruise - Hanoi (B, L)
06:30:
Wake up and practice Tai Chi on sundeck.
07:00:
Breakfast in buffet style.
08:00:
VisitSung Sot Cave – The most famous cave in Halong Bay.
09:30:
Check out your cabin
10:30:
Enjoy brunch while the cruise coming back to Tuan Chau
12:00
Tuan Chau arrival. Board the bus back to Hanoi
15:00
Drop off at your hotel in Hanoi. Tour end.
Price
Select departure date and number of guests
Superior: Homestay & 3 stars Cruise
Lan Ha Bay: Le Journey Luxury Cruise or similar
Deluxe: Bungalow & 4 stars Cruise
Luxury: Resort & 5 stars Cruise
Inclusions
Included
- Hotel pick up by comfortable shuttle with AC, travel by highway.
- All activities & entrance fee
- Ninh Binh Boat Tour
- Comfortable Cabins on Halong Bay Overnight Cruises
- Accommodation in 3 stars/4 stars/5 stars
- Meals as per itinerary: 3 lunches, 2 breakfast, 1 dinners
- English Speaking Tour Guide
- 2 bottle of waters per day
- Travel insurance
Excluded
- Transfer from Hanoi (If booked “Start from Ninh Binh” option)
- Beverages, tips, gratuities and other personal expenses
- All other services NOT clearly mentioned above
BOOKING POLICY
Our Flexible Cancellation Policy help you Travel with Ease
1. Cancel by customer
– More than 3 days prior to arrival: complimentary
– 3 to 1 days before to arrival: 50% of the total rate.
– Less than 24 days before to arrival: full rate.
– No-show: 100 percent of total rate.
*Refund will be issued within 7 business days
*Cancellation is subjected to change with special offer bookings
2. Cancellation due to inclement weather:
– In the event of inclement weather, we will provide alternative travel arrangements or a full refund.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes! We offer private tours that can be fully customized to match your interests and pace. Contact us via Whatsapp or email right away for details.
Wear sporty clothing and walking shoes. Bring sun protection (hat, sunscreen), water.
Wear clothes that cover your shoulder and knees to show respect when visit cultural sights like Hoa Lu or Bai Dinh Pagoda.
Yes, though some parts (like climbing Mua Cave) involve stairs. Our tour are suitable for all ages, and our professional tour guide will be flexible to make sure everybody in the group feel comfortable.
Yes. Most of our meals are buffet with various choices for vegetarian, vegan, or allergy-friendly meals.
We highly recommend you to inform us advance for better preparation.
Yes, we provide pickup and drop-off at your hotel in Hanoi’s Old Quarter if you book “Start from Hanoi” option.
Yes, all of our tours offer pick up from Tam Coc or nearby areas.







2 reviews
Kang Min –
Fantastic trip made equally brilliant by our tour guide Sunny. Sunny was superb, teaching us all about the history behind Vietnam and Ninh Binh. We learnt so much from Sunny, he was A class.
2 reviews
Matt Y –
The organisation of the tour was perfect, I liked the activities with the beautiful landscapes. I would also do the same tour with the same agency.