Day 1: Hanoi – 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
13:30: Continue to the Trang An Landscape Complex - a UNESCO World Heritage Site featured in the 2017 film 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.
Day 2: Ninh 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.
Day 3: Ha Long Bay – Hanoi
Wake up early and enjoy a light breakfast as the cruise continues its journey. Depending on the cruise itinerary, you’ll join one of the following morning activities:
Option 1: Kayaking and swimming in the peaceful waters of Tra Bau.
Option 2: Explore the Trung Trang Cave on Cat Ba Island.
Option 3: Visit the historic Hospital Cave, used during wartime.
After the morning activity, return to the boat for a farewell brunch as the ship makes its way back to the harbour.
11:30–11:45 AM: Disembark and transfer back to Hanoi.
3:00–3:30 PM: Arrive in Hanoi’s Old Quarter. (If you have a flight afterwards, 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.
