QUINTESSENCE OF TONKIN – VIETNAM TOUR (5 DAYS — 4 NIGHTS | HANOI – NINH BINH – HALONG BAY)

DAY 1: ARRIVAL IN HANOI — CITY SIGHTSEEING TOUR 

Namaste, upon arrival at Noi Bai International Airport, our friendly guide will greet you with a warm welcome.
Transfer to the heart of Hanoi city for a short but enriching city tour.

Sightseeing includes:

• Ba Dinh Square – the political heart of Vietnam

• Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum & Stilt House – legacy of the beloved national leader

• One Pillar Pagoda – iconic lotus-shaped Buddhist structure

• Temple of Literature – Vietnam’s first university and a symbol of knowledge

• Hoan Kiem Lake with Ngoc Son Temple & The Huc Bridge

Hotel Check-in (after 14:00 hrs). Relax and enjoy Hanoi’s vibrant old quarter at your own pace in the evening.
Dinner on your own (Indian restaurants are available nearby)
Overnight stay in Hanoi.

DAY 2: FULL-DAY EXCURSION TO NINH BINH

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel.
Embark on a scenic 2-hour drive to Ninh Binh – also called "Halong Bay on land".

Highlights of the day:

• Visit Bai Dinh Pagoda – the largest Buddhist complex in Vietnam

• Hop aboard a traditional sampan boat ride through Trang An Grottoes, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Witness breathtaking limestone caves, emerald streams, and mysterious natural wonders.

Must-see caves include: Sang Cave, Toi Cave, Ba Giot Cave, Nau Ruou Cave
Electric car and boat ride included

Return to Hanoi by evening.
Overnight stay in Hanoi.

DAY 3: HANOI → HALONG BAY — OVERNIGHT CRUISE

Breakfast at hotel.
Depart for the world-famous Halong Bay (approx. 2.5-hour drive). Enjoy scenic views of the Red River Delta, lush rice fields, and local countryside life.

Arrive at Halong City and board your selected luxury cruise. Receive a welcome drink as you settle into your cabin.

Cruise Highlights:

• Sail through a maze of 2,000+ limestone karsts & islets

• Visit Sung Sot Cave (Surprise Cave) – a natural wonder

• Relax or swim at Titop Beach

• Enjoy a sunset on the sundeck

• Participate in onboard activities: kayaking, squid fishing, and a cooking class

Enjoy buffet lunch, dinner onboard with local and international cuisine
Overnight onboard the cruise in Halong Bay.

Note: Cruise itinerary subject to weather conditions. Alternate stay in Halong City if necessary.

DAY 4: HALONG BAY → HANOI — FREE & EASY EVENING

Wake up to the peaceful sounds of waves and bird calls.
Light breakfast served onboard. Continue cruising through Bai Tu Long Bay, passing by Tortoise Island, Human Head Island.

Check out and enjoy brunch on board as the cruise returns to port.
Return transfer to Hanoi in the afternoon.

Evening is free to relax or explore shopping streets, cafes, or try Indian cuisine in the Old Quarter.
Overnight stay in Hanoi.

DAY 5: HANOI — DEPARTURE
Breakfast at the hotel.
Free time to explore or shop for souvenirs before your transfer to the airport.

Bid farewell to Vietnam with unforgettable memories!

Thank you for traveling with us. Namaste — until we meet again!