Description
- Time: 3 DAYS
- Origin: Ha Noi (HAN – HALONG 3D2N)
- Transport: Car
- Destination: The North, Ha Long, Ha Noi
Highlight
- Discover the highlights of Northern Vietnam on this unforgettable Hanoi and Ha Long Bay tour. Explore the bustling city of Hanoi, including Hoa Lo Prison, Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum and other famous sites. Then, journey to the stunning Ha Long Bay, where you'll kayak, swim and explore secluded caves. This trip combines the best of cultural exploration and the beauty of nature.
Itinerary
Up on arrival at Noi Bai international airport, meet up our driver then transfer to center of Hanoi Capital hotel check in & free to explore Hanoi.
Overnight at hotel in Hanoi
Breakfast at hotel.
8.45-9.15: Get picked up at the hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter/ Opera House to depart Halong Bay
Our journey follows Hanoi – Haiphong- Tuan Chau Highway (about a 2.5-hour drive)
12:00: Arrive at Tuan Chau Harbor, get on the boat to start the excursion discovering the beauty of the world heritage site
12:30: Enjoy a set menu lunch on the boat with many special dishes of Halong. While having lunch, you all can see the beautiful scenery on both sides with thousands of limestone such as Fighting Chicken and Incense Burner Islets – 2 symbols of Halong Bay
14.00: Arrive at Bo Hon Island, and you will visit Sung Sot Cave – the most beautiful cave with a lot of stalagmites and stalactites
14.45: Do kayaking or bamboo boat through Luon Cave to discover the beautiful lagoon.
15.15: Visit TiTop Island with its sandy beach. You can go swimming here or trek up to the top of the island for sightseeing all of Halong bay
16.00: Back to the boat for the sunset party (some fruits and biscuits) meanwhile the boat is cruising back to the harbor
17.45: Arrive back at the harbor. Get on the bus and return to Hanoi
20:30: Get dropped off at the hotel.
Overnight at hotel in Hanoi
Breakfast at hotel.
Check out of hotel.
8.00- 8.30: Get picked up by our friendly guide and start to explore Hanoi City
08.45: Arrive at Tran Quoc Pagoda located on Golden Fish IsLand in West Lake. It is the oldest pagoda in HaNoi built in the 6th century.
09.30: Visit Ho Chi Minh complex, you have a chance to see the embalmed body of Ho Chi Minh then walk around the garden to see 2 houses where he lived & worked from 1954 to 1969. Then visit One Pillar Pagoda where worships the Goddess of Mercy – It is the most unique pagoda in the world.
Should dress modestly by covering from shoulders to knees when visiting Ho Chi Minh mausoleum, temples, pagodas…
Ho Chi Minh’s Mausoleum is closed on Mondays and Fridays.
Ho Chi Minh’s Mausoleum is closed at least 2 months (15thJune -15thAugust) for the annual maintaining but still can take picture Mausoleum and visit around that area
11.15: Visit Vietnam Ethnology Museum to learn about the culture of 54 ethnic groups living in the whole country of Vietnam
Special Note : we will visit Women Museum instead of Ethnology Museum that closes on Mondays
12.45: Have lunch at our restaurant. You have an opportunity to enjoy Vietnamese cuisine with 8 delicious dishes.
14.00-14.15 : Continue to visit Temple of Literature – the first university of Vietnam, established in the 11 century
15.15: Leave for Hoa Lo Prison Museum which was originally used by the French colonists in Indochina for political prisoners, and later by North Vietnam for U.S. prisoners of war during the Vietnam War. During this later period, it was known to American POWs as the "Hanoi Hilton
16.15 -16.30: Tour finishes.
Back to hotel. Transfer to Hanoi airport for departure flight.
(Check out time 12h00)
What to Expect
Hanoi:
Historical and Cultural Sites
1. Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum: The last resting place of President Ho Chi Minh. It is a symbol of gratitude and respect for the Vietnamese people for President Ho Chi Minh.
2. Temple of Literature (Van Mieu): Vietnam’s first university remains a revered symbol of the country’s educational and cultural heritage.
3. Hoa Lo Prison (Hanoi Hilton): A historical site offering insights into Vietnam’s struggle for independence.
5. Hoan Kiem Lake: A peaceful escape in the city center, the lake features Ngoc Son Temple and the iconic Turtle Tower.
6. West Lake (Tay Ho): Hanoi’s largest lake, West Lake is surrounded by restaurants, temples, and beautiful scenery.
Religious and Spiritual Sites
1. One Pillar Pagoda: An iconic wooden pagoda built on a single stone pillar, symbolizing Vietnam’s cultural heritage.
2. Tran Quoc Pagoda: The oldest Buddhist temple in Hanoi, located on a small island in West Lake.
3. Vietnam Museum of Ethnology: Showcasing the diverse cultures and traditions of Vietnam’s 54 ethnic groups.
4. Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre: A unique Vietnamese art form performed on water, telling traditional folk stories.
5. Vietnamese Women’s Museum : This destination commemorates the contributions and legacies of women in Vietnamese history, who make up half the population and play an irreplaceable role in both families and society
Halong bay:
1. Sung Sot Cave
2. Titop Island
3. Luon Cave
Remarks:
- Visa into Vietnam available upon arrival at the airport with prior arrangement for authorization letter.
- In general most places are closed in Vietnam throughout the period of the Lunar New Year.
- What to bring: Passport, clothes, sun-glasses, hat and umbrella, toiletries, sun-block, insect repellent, flashlights, personal first aid kit & medicines, small VND notes for buying drinks. If you feel the need then cable lock for your bags is recommended
Term & conditions
Tour Included:
• Accommodation (TWIN / DOUBLE / TRIPLE SHARING)
• Transfer by air-conditioned vehicle as per program.
• English speaking guide for touring days.
• Entry fees & boat fee according to program mentioned
• Kayaking fee at Halong Bay
• Meals as mentioned in the program: B: Breakfast; L: lunch, D: dinner.
• Mineral water (500ml/passenger/ touring day)
Tour exclusive:
• International flights and airport taxes.
• Tour guide for transfer airport – hotel – airport
• Visa for Vietnam
• Tickets for water puppet shows or pedicabs, cyclo
• Personal Travel Insurance
• Other meals than mentioned in the program
• Beverage, tax, tips, personal expenses and all services not clearly mentioned.
• Peak season surcharge
Child Policy (05-10 Years old)
- 100% adult fare if sharing same room with ONE adult.
- 85% adult fare if request extra bed and sharing room with TWO adults.
- 75% adult fare if without bed and sharing room with TWO adults.
Cancellation Policy
- No charge 14 or more days prior to the starting date of the tour
- 20% of the tour fare 14 days to 8 days prior to the starting date other tour
- 30% of the tour fare 7 days to 2 days prior to the starting date of the tour
- 70% of the tour fare 1 day prior to the starting date of the tour
- 100% of the tour fare Upon arrival day basic.
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