HANOI – HALONG BAY – TAM COC 5D4N

After breakfast, take Hanoi city tour covering Ba Dinh Square, Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum & residence, One Pillar Pagoda and Temple of Literature (The 1st University of Vietnam). After lunch, proceed to Ha Long City. Ha Long Bay was awarded by UNESCO as a natural heritage in 1994. This four hour driving will show you the diversity of the North Vietnam villages and rice fields along the journey. Upon arrival in Ha Long City, we check in hotel then have dinner at local restaurant. Overnight in Ha Long City.

After breakfast, we do a half day boat trip to discover wonderful Ha Long Bay. Admire hundreds of wonderful limestone formations arising from emerald green water, visit the dramatic caves, grottos such as: Paradise Grotto. Lunch will be served on boat with the fresh seafood. Return to Hanoi, visit the pottery village at Dong Trieu town, upon arrival in Hanoi, visit Hoan Kiem Lake, 36 ancient streets (Hanoi Old quarter), Dong Xuan market and shopping. Dinner at local restaurant. Overnight in Hanoi.

8:00: Our driver and tour guide will pick up from your hotel and then transfer to Ninh Binh.

13:15 Visit the ancient capital of Hoa Lu, Vietnam's most significant remnant from the past. Here, you will discover about the establishment of the first capital in Ninh Binh's Hoa Lu. Learn about the remarkable and distinctive architecture found in the temples of King Dinh and King Le, who made significant contributions to an ancient kingdom.

12:00-12:30 Relax while enjoying lunch at local restaurant.

14:15 Taking a boat excursion from Trang An wharf is a must-do activity in Ninh Binh, as it is the highlight of the journey. On the Trang An Tour, while you ride a bamboo boat through grottos filled with stunning stalactites, you'll be able to take in the breathtaking scenery.

16:00 Get on the car and return to Hanoi

18:00 You will be dropped off at your hotel in the Old Quarter of Hanoi.