Ha Noi – Thang Long Imperial Citadel – Bai Dinh Pagoda – Trang An – Tuyet Tinh Coc – Ha Long Bay

Tour Itinerary

DAY 1: HO CHI MINH CITY – HA NOI (Lunch, dinner)

Guests gather at Tan Son Nhat Airport (Domestic Terminal), where a tour guide will assist with check-in procedures for the flight to Ha Noi. Upon arrival at Noi Bai Airport, Vietravel's vehicle and guide will welcome guests for the journey to Ha Noi. The vehicle will take guests to visit:

• Imperial Citadel of Thang Long: a complex of massive architectural works built by various dynasties over many historical periods, becoming the most important relic in Vietnam's system of relics.
• Temple of Literature: where Confucius and sages of Confucianism are worshipped, Imperial Academy - Vietnam's first university, discovering the historical origins of Confucian scholars.

Guests check into the hotel to rest or are free to stroll around Ha Noi's 36 Old Quarter streets, experience the vibrant and bustling atmosphere on Ta Hien Street, or find a corner with a cup of coffee to observe the Old Quarter, which would also be very interesting.

Overnight in Ha Noi.

DAY 2: HA NOI – NINH BINH (Breakfast, lunch, dinner)

Guests have breakfast and check out from the hotel early. The car will take guests to Ninh Binh - a land known as a 'dream destination, a place to long for,' famous for its majestic natural landscapes and unique cultural relics. Upon arrival, guests will visit:

• Tuyet Tinh Coc: located in the ancient capital of Hoa Lu (Ninh Binh), Am Tien Cave is nestled halfway up the mountain, known as a 'paradise on earth' and called Vietnam's Tuyet Tinh Coc by young people.
• Bai Dinh Pagoda: a complex of pagodas with many Vietnamese records such as an 80-ton bronze Maitreya Buddha statue, a corridor with 500 Arhat statues, and photo opportunities outside the 99m-high stupa.
• Trang An Scenic Landscape Complex: Guests board a traditional boat to visit the majestic limestone mountain system and flooded valleys, connected by streams that create year-round flooded caves. Adorning the pristine, tranquil space are the moss-covered, ancient images of communal houses, temples, and shrines nestled at the foot of high mountain ranges.

In the evening, guests are free to explore Hoa Lu Ancient Town – an ancient, serene check-in spot; at night, it becomes even more sparkling with the colors of lanterns and the Stupa on Ky Lan Lake. Guests can experience folk games and enjoy various forms of cultural and artistic performances such as water puppetry, Tac Xinh dance, Xam singing... along with acoustic performances on weekend evenings.

Overnight in Ninh Binh.

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

Guests have breakfast and complete hotel check-out procedures. The bus takes guests to Ha Long International Cruise Port, where they complete embarkation procedures and begin their journey to explore Ha Long Bay, a natural world heritage site recognized by UNESCO in 1994.

• Thien Cung Cave is one of the most beautiful caves in Ha Long. Its magnificent and splendid beauty is created by layers of stalactites and sparkling streams of light.
• From the boat, admire the large and small islands in Ha Long Bay: Hon Ga Choi, Hon Lu Huong.
• Visit and shop for specialties at OCOP Central Ha Long with various fresh and dried seafood products, squid cakes, etc., meeting OCOP quality standards.

In the evening, guests are free to explore the vibrant "old town" of Bai Chay, a hub of exciting entertainment activities, from unique street food to lively bars like Valley Beach Club. Alternatively, guests can immerse themselves in the ambiance of unique cafes such as Thong Zeo, 1900, Luna.

Or choose some services to explore Ha Long at night (transportation and sightseeing costs are self-arranged):

• Experience the Queen Cable Car service at Sun World Ha Long Complex on Nui Ba Deo, admiring the beautiful night view of Ha Long city under sparkling lights (cable car operating hours are expected from 10:00 to 18:00 on Saturdays and Sundays).

Overnight in Ha Long.

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

Guests will have breakfast and have free time until the scheduled check-out. The car will take guests to visit:

• Check-in at the Lighthouse overlooking Ha Long Bay
• Visit the Quang Ninh Museum and take photos outside the Dolphin Palace - Quang Ninh Exhibition, Planning, Fair and Culture Palace...

The car will depart to Noi Bai Airport to check-in for the flight back to Ho Chi Minh City. We bid farewell to guests and conclude the tour program at Tan Son Nhat Airport.

END OF PROGRAM, GOODBYE GUESTS!

*Note:

• The itinerary may change the order of destinations depending on actual conditions.
• The sightseeing schedule (swimming, flower viewing, experiences, etc.) is highly susceptible to weather conditions. This is a force majeure situation, and we hope for your understanding and sympathy.
• Hotels may be located away from the city center during peak seasons.
• Due to objective factors during this period, attractions may be closed and replaced with other suitable points in the program.
• This is an all-inclusive tour program, Vietravel is not responsible for refunding the difference in cost for customers who are exempt or priority subjects such as children, the elderly, or those who contributed to the revolution. Exemption/priority policies (if any) are only for individual guests at tourist sites.