Hanoi – Halong Bay Experience 5 days 4 nights

5 Days / 4 Nights | Cultural Exploration & Natural Wonders

Explore the historical elegance of Hanoi and cruise the stunning limestone seascapes of Halong Bay with this perfectly paced 5-day journey. This package includes guided city tours, immersive cultural experiences, and an unforgettable overnight cruise through one of the world’s most iconic UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

Rates:

• Prices vary by travel date and hotel category. Please contact VTS for the latest quotation tailored to your group size and travel preferences.

Tour Inclusions:

• 4-night accommodation in Hanoi & Halong Bay
• Roundtrip private airport transfers
• All ground transportation as per itinerary
• Meals as listed (B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner)
• Professional English-speaking tour guide
• Entrance fees to all mentioned attractions
• Water puppet show tickets
• Overnight Halong Bay cruise with kayaking

Tour Exclusions:

• International airfare & airport taxes
• Visa to Vietnam (if required)
• Travel insurance
• Personal expenses & drinks
• Tips for guide and driver
• Optional activities or services not mentioned

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Hanoi - Welcome to Vietnam

Upon arrival at Noi Bai International Airport, our driver will greet you and transfer you to your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter.

After check-in, enjoy your free time to explore the city’s charm, local cafes, or take a walk around Hoan Kiem Lake.

Included: Airport transfer, hotel accommodation, city map

Overnight: Hanoi

Day 2: Hanoi City Tour - Culture & History (B, L, D)

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before beginning your guided full-day city tour:

• Tran Quoc Pagoda - the oldest Buddhist temple in Hanoi
• Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum Complex
• One Pillar Pagoda & Ho Chi Minh Museum
• Temple of Literature - Vietnam’s first national university (est. 1070)

Traditional lunch at a local restaurant

Afternoon:

• Ethnology Museum - a showcase of Vietnam’s 54 ethnic groups
• Dong Xuan Market - a bustling Hanoi landmark
• Water Puppet Show - experience this uniquely Vietnamese art form

Dinner at a local restaurant

Included: All transportation, entrance fees, guide, 3 meals

Overnight: Hanoi

Day 3: Hanoi - Halong Bay Cruise (B, L, D)

After breakfast, depart by bus (~3.5 hours) for Halong City.

On arrival, board your traditional cruise junk. Welcome drink and lunch served onboard while cruising through Bai Tu Long Bay.

Afternoon activities:

• Visit Sung Sot Cave (Surprise Cave)
• Stop at Titop Island for swimming and panoramic views (weather permitting)
• Kayaking session in a calm lagoon area

Evening:

Fresh seafood dinner on board

Optional activities: squid fishing, karaoke, board games, stargazing

Included: Transfer, cruise, all meals, kayaking, entrance fees

Overnight: Onboard Halong Bay Cruise

Day 4: Halong Bay - Return to Hanoi (B, L)

Wake early to catch the sunrise over the bay.

Light breakfast with coffee/tea served while cruising past famous rock formations such as:

• Fighting Cock Islet
• Incense Burner Rock
• Stone Dog Islet

Disebark and transfer back to Hanoi with a lunch stop en route.

Arrival in Hanoi around 18:00. Free evening at leisure.

Included: Cruise, transfer, breakfast & lunch

Overnight: Hanoi

Day 5: Hanoi - Departure (B)

After breakfast, enjoy a short guided walk to a local market to see daily life in Hanoi.

Then transfer to Noi Bai Airport for your onward flight.

Included: Breakfast, local market visit, airport transfer

Tour ends. Thank you for choosing VTS!