DAY 1: HANOI ARRIVAL

As you arrive at Noi Bai International Airport, our local guide will meet and welcome you at the exit and take you to your hotel. The hotel is approximately 40 minutes from the airport. In the late afternoon, explore Hoan Kiem Lake and the Ngoc Son Temple, located on an islet in the late. Hoan Kiem Lake is the central point of Hanoi and home to a rare endangered giant turtle. Shop or walk at leisure in the Old Quarter of 36 ancient streets. Later, return to your hotel and unwind in the comfort of your cosy bed for the night in Hanoi hotel.

DAY 2: HANOI – NINH BINH - HANOI

Enjoy a delicious breakfast at your hotel before embarking on an exciting journey to Ninh Binh, which is located 90 km south of Hanoi. Ninh Binh was once the capital city of ancient Vietnam before Hanoi took over in the 11th century. Our visit to Ninh Binh will begin with a boat trip in Tam Coc, where you can marvel at the spectacular limestone karsts that rise from the lush green paddy fields. This scenery has earned the nickname "Halong-bay-on-land". Enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant.

After lunch, we'll continue our discovery of Ninh Binh by visiting the Bich Dong Pagoda.

On our way back to Hanoi in the afternoon, we'll make a stop to visit Hoa Lu, a site that used to be the kings' palace in the 10th century and is now famous for its wooden reliefs in the shady Dinh and Le temples. Late in the afternoon, we'll arrive back in Hanoi for an overnight stay.

DAY 3: HANOI – HALONG

Morning pickup at 8AM from your hotel for transfer to Ha Long Bay, which is about 160km – 2.5 hours drive away. Arrive in Ha Long dock for boarding a cruise to explore the legendary Ha Long Bay. Ha Long means Descending Dragon in Vietnamese, one of the world's wonders which consists of 2,000 scattered islands and islets.

Start cruising while having lunch on board and enjoy the magnificent bay view. The cruise will continue with up close sighting of Ga Choi island, Dog island, Sail island, a visit to Sung Sot Cave and swimming stop at Titov Beach. Return to the cruise for leisure activities like sunbathing, swimming, or even a cooking class. You can also choose to take photos of the breath-taking scenery. Enjoy an authentic Vietnamese dinner on board and later, unwind with your favourite drinks at the bar or try your hand at night fishing before retiring to your dream world onboard.

DAY 4: HALONG – HANOI

You will have breakfast onboard and stop for swimming or kayaking, passing floating villages and approach small island to enjoy their beauty. Check out and have lunch on board while heading to shore. Disembark at Ha Long wharf, have a brief refreshment stop, and then proceed to Hanoi. Upon arrival in Hanoi, you'll be transferred to your hotel for check-in. Next, explore the Temple of Literature, Vietnam's first university dating back to the 11th century, Ho Chi Minh's Mausoleum and his stilt house. After a day of exploration, return to your hotel for a well-deserved night's rest.

DAY 5: HANOI DEPATURE

After a delicious breakfast, take your time to relax. Then, check out from the hotel and our team will transfer you to Noi Bai Airport for your return flight home, concluding your North Vietnam tour package.