DAY 01: ARRIVAL IN HANOI
Welcome to Hanoi! Upon arrival, meet with your guide in this 1,000-year-old city. Hanoi’s architecture is influenced by local regulations that promote traditional tube-style structures, reflecting the city's colonial charm and its emphasis on education and the arts.
DAY 02: NINH BINH DAY EXCURSION (GROUP TOUR)
07:30 - 08:00: Hotel Pickup
Your guide and driver will pick you up from your hotel in Hanoi’s Old Quarter for a transfer to Ninh Binh.
10:30: Hoa Lu - Ancient Capital
Arrive at Hoa Lu, Vietnam’s capital from 968 to 1010, and visit the temples of Dinh and Le Kings to learn about Vietnam’s historical eras under the Dinh, Le, and Ly dynasties.
11:15 - 11:45: Local Cycling Tour
Enjoy a 30-minute cycling experience to observe local life and culture.
12:00: Buffet Lunch
Savor a buffet lunch featuring local specialties in a private dining area.
13:15 - 13:30: Scenic Boat Ride
Option 1: Discover Tam Coc, known as “Halong Bay on Land,” with a 1.5-hour boat tour.
Option 2: Explore Trang An, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2014.
15:30: Mua Cave and Panoramic View
Climb 500 steps to the peak of Ngoa Long Mountain for breathtaking views over Tam Coc and the surrounding area.
16:30 - 17:00: Return to Hanoi
Head back to Hanoi and arrive at your hotel between 19:00 and 19:30.
DAY 03: HANOI TO HALONG BAY
08:15: Pickup from Hanoi Hotel
Your driver will collect you from your hotel in the Old Quarter.
12:30: Boarding V’Spirit Cruises
Board the V’Spirit Cruise with a welcome drink, followed by a safety briefing and itinerary overview.
13:00: Lunch on Board
Enjoy lunch at The Dawn Restaurant while cruising from Ha Long Bay toward Lan Ha Bay.
15:00: Bright Cave Exploration
Discover the enchanting Bright Cave by traditional bamboo rowing boat, guided by locals.
17:00: Vietnamese Cooking Demonstration
Join a cooking class to learn Vietnamese culinary secrets and create your own unique dish.
17:30: Sunset Party
Relax at a Sunset Party with complimentary drinks and enjoy Happy Hour as the sun sets over the bay.
DAY 04: HALONG BAY TO HANOI
06:30: Morning Tai Chi
Begin your day with Tai Chi exercises on deck, embracing the fresh air and sunrise over the bay.
07:00: Light Breakfast
Enjoy a light breakfast onboard.
07:30: Kayaking at Tra Bau
Paddle around the Tra Bau area, navigating close to rock formations, with the chance to pass a hidden temple used by fishing villagers (weather permitting).
08:00: Swimming and Water Activities
Dive into the bay’s emerald waters and enjoy water activities with floating equipment.
09:00: Return and Check-Out
Return to the cruise ship and prepare for check-out.
09:30: Brunch on Board
Savor brunch at the restaurant as the cruise makes its way back to Tuan Chau port.
11:00: Disembark
Disembark at Tuan Chau Marina and transfer back to Hanoi, arriving at your hotel around 14:00.
DAY 05: DEPARTURE FROM HANOI
