Ha Noi – Five City Gates Heritage Train – Ha Long – Ninh Binh – Bai Dinh – Tam Coc

Tour Itinerary

DAY 1: HO CHI MINH CITY – NOI BAI AIRPORT – NINH BINH (Lunch, dinner)

Main activities: Bai Dinh Pagoda

• The Vietravel coach and guide pick you up at Noi Bai Airport.
• Depart for Ninh Binh and visit Bai Dinh Pagoda, admiring its majestic Buddhist complex.
• Evening: free time for folk games and lively cultural activities in Hoa Lu Old Town, or a boat ride on Ky Lan Lake (at own expense).
• Or watch the live show "Reed Flag Hero", vividly recreating the nation's heroic founding spirit (at own expense).
• Overnight in Ninh Binh.

DAY 2: NINH BINH – HA NOI (Breakfast, lunch; dinner at own expense)

Main activities: Tam Coc's beauty, free time in Ha Noi's Old Quarter and local cuisine

• After breakfast, take a boat along the Ngo Dong River to discover the lovely landscapes of Tam Coc.
• Return to Ha Noi for free time around the 36 streets and the lively atmosphere of Ta Hien Street, tasting famous local dishes such as Ha Noi cha ca and West Lake shrimp cakes…
• Overnight in Ha Noi.

Note: Every October–November, guests can admire water lilies in brilliant bloom, creating a poetic autumn in Tam Coc.

Guests may choose from Ha Noi night programs such as (at own expense):

Suggested programs (on fixed days each week)

• Journey 1: "Decoding Thang Long Imperial Citadel" (19:00 every Friday and Saturday)

Explore the Citadel at night with an incense ceremony, photos with palace maids and guards in ancient costume, performances on the glass floor over the Doan Mon archaeological site and an exciting laser puzzle game.

• Journey 2: "Temple of Literature by Night" (18:30 every Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday)

Modern projection technology recreates history and culture, immersing visitors in the magical, shimmering atmosphere of the Temple of Literature at night.

• Journey 3: "Sacred Night" at Hoa Lo Prison (19:00 every Friday and Saturday)

A journey back in time to relive the nation's heroic years and feel the indomitable spirit of revolutionary soldiers through moving stories.

On other days, guests may choose:

• A top-class "Fine Dining" dinner at one of Ha Noi's Michelin-recognised restaurants: Tam Vi, Hibana by Koki, Backstage… – where culinary excellence meets a luxurious setting for a memorable experience.
• Double-decker bus tour – enjoy the night air and Ha Noi's streets lit up in lights.

DAY 3: HA NOI – HA LONG (Breakfast, lunch, dinner)

Main activities: The Five City Gates train to the land of Quan Ho, Quang Ninh Museum and lively Bai Chay

• Arrive at Ha Noi Station and board the "Ha Noi Five City Gates – The Hanoi Train", beginning the journey "Thang Long – to the Kinh Bac region" to discover the capital's cultural heritage.
• Ride this unique train, enjoying the views and capturing memorable moments.
• Immerse yourself in traditional performing arts: cheo, xam singing, ca tru and modern music.
• Complimentary drinks and light snacks on board (seasonal).
• Visit the sacred Do Temple and enjoy Bac Ninh quan ho folk songs at the water pavilion with male and female quan ho singers.
• Try traditional crafts such as Dong Ho painting and making "husband and wife" cakes to feel the depth of Bac Ninh culture. (Note: on-site experience only; purchases or finished products to take home are at own expense.)
• Return to Ha Noi for lunch, then depart for Ha Long.
• Visit Quang Ninh Museum and take photos outside the Dolphin Palace.
• Evening: free time in lively Bai Chay, with fireworks and the 3D Mapping show at the Lighthouse (at own expense), or stroll the Vui Fest Ha Long night market.
• Overnight in Ha Long.

DAY 4: HA LONG – NOI BAI AIRPORT – HO CHI MINH CITY (Breakfast, lunch)

Main activities: Ha Long Bay cruise and local specialties

• After breakfast, cruise Ha Long Bay, explore Thien Cung Cave and admire the bay's many islands.
• Shop for specialties at OCOP Ha Long (at own expense).
• Transfer to Noi Bai Airport for the flight to Ho Chi Minh City; end of the program. We look forward to welcoming you on future journeys.