Tour Itinerary
Day 1
Hanoi Arrival - Half Day City Tour
Upon arrival in Hanoi, our driver will transfer you to your hotel for check-in and a chance to freshen up.
Our tour guide and driver will then pick you up from the hotel lobby to begin a captivating half-day city tour.
The tour starts with the Ho Chi Minh Complex:
● Visiting Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, Ba Dinh Square, One Pillar Pagoda, Tran Quoc Pagoda, bustling Old Quarter, and serene Hoan Kiem Lake.
Continue the trip to:
● Hoa Lo Prison, Train Street.
Evening free for dinner. Overnight in Hanoi.
Day 2
Hanoi – Halong Bay
Breakfast at the hotel.
Check out the hotel at 8:00.
Shuttle bus will pick you up at the hotel.
12:30 – Receptionists welcome guests at International Tuan Chau Harbor.
12:45 – Captain welcomes guests to the cruise by tender. Check in for the cruise whilst enjoying a welcome drink, safety briefing, and cabin allocation.
13:00 – Leaving International Tuan Chau Harbor, discover Halong Bay—natural wonders of the world. Have lunch with special foods while cruising through famous sights: Ba Hang fishing village, Đỉnh Hương island, Chó Đá islet, and Gà Chọi islet.
14:30—The cruise stops at Bồ Nâu cave, a core area of world natural heritage. Transfer by tender to Surprise Cave—one of the most beautiful caves in Halong Bay.
15:45—Leaving Surprise Cave, transfer to Titov Island (named by Uncle Ho after Soviet astronaut Gherman Titov). Enjoy swimming, beach relaxation, or climbing to the top for magical Halong Bay views.
16:45—Back to cruise. Relax and enjoy the sunset on the sun deck.
18:00–19:00 – Happy Hour: Buy 1 drink get 1 free (wine excluded).
18:30 – Vietnamese cooking demonstration.
19:00 – Set menu dinner.
20:30 – Evening activities: film entertainment, squid fishing, massage (contact cruise manager for prices).
Overnight on a cruise.
Day 3
Halong Bay – Hanoi
06:30 Enjoy Tai Chi instructions on the sundeck in 30 minutes whilst cruising to
Luồn cave.
07:00 Enjoy light breakfast in the restaurant (coffee, tea, fresh milk, water, pastries,
bread, egg, fresh fruit, cereals will be served in the dining room).
08:00 After breakfast, take a guided tour to visit Luồn cave – .one of the cave open to
the form beautiful about endemic the vegetation of the Halong Bay. Visit Luồn cave by a
traditionally woven (bamboo) boat rowed by a local boatman.
08:30 Then come back to cruise, relax and check out of cabin. Please put your luggage
outside the door. Our porters will collect and get them ready on the Pier for you.Finally,
the cruise disembarks in International Tuan Chau harbor.
09:15 Enjoy brunch buffet menu served in the dining room. Settle bills in the dining
room after brunch (if you have).
10:45 Transfer by tender back to Tuan Chau harbor and disembarkation. Farewell to guests. Come back. Hanoi. Overnight in Hanoi
Day 4
Ninh Binh - Hoa lu - Tam Coc - Sic
Breakfast at hotel.
07:30 – Tour guide picks you up from your hotel. Drive to Ninh Binh province (120 km from Hanoi).
09:30 – Short 20-minute break to relax.
10:30 – First stop: Hoa Lu Ancient Capital – Vietnam’s first capital. Explore temples of King Dinh and King Le (17th century), learn why capital moved to Hanoi, and feel the ancient atmosphere.
12:00 – Lunch at local restaurant (goat meat, fried rice, buffet with vegetarian options).
13:30–14:00 – 1.5-hour bamboo boat ride at Tam Coc. Marvel at paddy fields, river, water, clouds, sky, and stunning caves – Vietnam’s “Halong Bay on land“.
16:00 – Return to shuttle bus for Hanoi.
18:30–19:00 – Arrive Hanoi, drop-off at hotel. Trip ends!
12h00: Have lunch in the restaurant with a lot of local foods goat meat, fried rice…
Vegetarian food is always available in the buffet lunch.
13h30 – 14h00 : Visit Tam Coc by 1,5 hour bamboo boat. During the boat trip, you will
be surprised by the charming beauty here with paddy field, river, water, cloud, sky and
stuning cave system. All make a masterpiece which Vietnamese people called “ Halong
Bay on land “
16h00: Come back to our shuttle bus to return to Hanoi
18h30 – 19h00: Arrive to Hanoi and get dropped off at the Hotel. The trip end!
Day 5
Departure
Breakfast at hotel.
Check out hotel.
Driver picks you up from hotel lobby and transfers to airport.
Time to say thank you for coming here – hope to see you again!!
Inclusions (Above Price Includes):
- Accommodation as indicated above twin including all taxes and breakfast (normally check-in time: 14.00hrs & check- out time: 12.00hrs)
- Ground transportation in air-conditioned vehicle
- Indicated meals (B=Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner, Br = Brunch)
- Accommodation at hotel as mentioned or similar ones
- Mineral water during excursion 2bottles/Pax/Day
- All services mentioned in the program
- English speaking guide during the trip
- All entrance tickets
- No hidden prices
Exclusions (Above Price Excludes):
- Personal expenses and beverage
- Visa
- Travel insurance
- Items of a personal nature
- Airfares (international and domestic) and airport tax
- Early check in and late check out charge. Check in time: 14.00 hrs, check out time: 12.00 hrs
- International and domestic flights including airport tax
- Other meals and services not mentioned below.
- Tips 3 usd/pax/day
- Surcharge for public holiday or any compulsory dinner on Christmas (24 Dec) and New Year (31st - 1 Jan) and Lunar New Year 2026
Important Notes for Vietnam Travelers:
1. Visa Requirements (E-Visa)
Mandatory E-Visa: Indian passport holders must obtain a valid E-Visa before traveling.
Processing Time: It typically takes 3 to 5 working days. We recommend applying at least 2 weeks before your departure to avoid last-minute delays.
Passport Validity: Your passport must have at least 6 months of validity remaining from the date of arrival and at least 2 blank pages.
2. Currency & Exchange
Local Currency: The official currency is the Vietnamese Dong (VND).
Cash is King: While hotels and upscale restaurants accept cards (Visa/Mastercard), cash is essential for street food, local markets, and small shops.
Best Strategy: Carry crisp, new US Dollar (USD) bills from India. You can easily exchange them for VND at jewelry shops or banks in Vietnam for the best rates.
3. Packing Essentials
Clothing: Pack lightweight, breathable cotton clothes for the humidity. However, if traveling between December and March, Northern Vietnam (Hanoi/Halong Bay) can be chilly—carry a light jacket or sweater.
Footwear: You will be walking a lot! Bring comfortable walking shoes or sturdy sandals.
Temple Etiquette: When visiting pagodas and temples, shoulders and knees must be covered. Carrying a light scarf or sarong is very helpful.
4. Connectivity
SIM Cards: Local SIM cards (Viettel or Vinaphone) are affordable and can be purchased directly at the airport upon arrival.
Wi-Fi: Free Wi-Fi is widely available in almost every café, hotel, and restaurant in Vietnam.
5. Food & Water
Water Safety: Do not drink tap water. Always use bottled or filtered water, even for brushing your teeth.
Vegetarian Food: Vietnam is great for vegetarians! Look for signs saying “An Chay” (Vegetarian Food). Hanoi also has excellent Indian restaurants.
6. Local Transport
Grab App: Download the Grab App (similar to Uber/Ola). It is the safest and most transparent way to book bikes or cars without having to negotiate prices with local taxi drivers.
7. Tipping & Charges
Mandatory Tipping: A tip of $3 USD per person per day for the tour guide and driver is customary and mandatory for group tours in Vietnam.
Electricity: Vietnam uses Type A, C, and F plugs (2-pin). A Universal Adapter is recommended for your electronics.
Traveler’s Checklist:
[ ] Passport: Valid for 6 months + 2 blank pages.
[ ] E-Visa: Printed color copy.
[ ] Insurance: Travel insurance covering medical emergencies.
[ ] USD Cash: For exchange and tipping.
[ ] Comfortable Shoes: For walking tours and cave exploration.
