5D4N DISCOVER HANOI – HALONG (DAY CRUISE) – TAM COC (SEAT IN COACH)

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Starting from USD390 /person without airfare

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Please note: Prices are based on double occupancy at 3-4 star hotels. Please contact us to change your preferences and receive additional offers.

Discover the cultural landmarks of Hanoi, the limestone seascapes of Halong Bay and the peaceful countryside of Ninh Binh on this 5-day Northern Vietnam itinerary. With a Halong day cruise rather than an overnight stay, the programme is ideal for travellers seeking varied sightseeing while remaining based in Hanoi.

Explore Hanoi’s Ho Chi Minh Complex, One Pillar Pagoda, Quan Thanh Temple, Tran Quoc Pagoda, Temple of Literature, Hoan Kiem Lake and Old Quarter. Cruise through Halong Bay’s emerald waters, passing limestone formations and visiting either Thien Cung Cave or Sung Sot Cave.

The journey continues to Ninh Binh, where the ancient temples of Hoa Lu and a bamboo boat ride through Tam Coc’s Three Caves offer a quieter contrast to the city and the bay.

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1Day 1: Malaysia – Hanoi Arrival

Overnight in Hanoi

Arrive at Noi Bai International Airport and meet the driver for transfer to the hotel.

Standard check-in time is from 2:00 PM. Early check-in is subject to hotel availability and confirmation on arrival. The driver will wait for a maximum of one hour after the arrival flight.

The remainder of the day is free for leisure activities or optional tours. Overnight in Hanoi.

Day 2Day 2: Hanoi Full-Day City Tour (B/L)

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch | Overnight in Hanoi

After breakfast, depart at approximately 8:30 AM for a full-day Hanoi city tour.

Visit the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum and Museum, followed by Ho Chi Minh’s stilt house. Continue to the One Pillar Pagoda, built in 1049 by King Ly Thai To.

Visit Quan Thanh Temple and Tran Quoc Pagoda on West Lake, one of the oldest pagodas in Vietnam.

After lunch at a local restaurant, continue to the Temple of Literature and Quoc Tu Giam, Vietnam’s first university, established in 1070.

Walk around Hoan Kiem Lake and visit Ngoc Son Temple. Conclude the tour with a coach ride through Hanoi Old Quarter and free time for shopping.

Day 3Day 3: Hanoi – Halong Day Cruise – Hanoi (B/L)

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch | Overnight in Hanoi

After breakfast, depart at approximately 7:30 AM for Halong City. Enjoy the scenic drive of around three and a half hours.

On arrival, have lunch before joining a four-hour boat cruise through Halong Bay. Sail among emerald waters, limestone outcrops and long corridors of striking karst scenery.

Visit either Thien Cung Cave or Sung Sot Cave, according to the day’s operating route.

Return to Halong City, where the minibus will be waiting for the transfer back to Hanoi. Arrive at approximately 8:30 PM and stay overnight in Hanoi.

Day 4Day 4: Hanoi – Tam Coc, Ninh Binh – Hanoi (B/L)

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch | Overnight in Hanoi

After breakfast, depart from Hanoi for Ninh Binh, enjoying views of the rural countryside along the way.

Arrive in Hoa Lu at approximately 10:00 AM and visit the temples of King Dinh and King Le, dating from the 10th century.

After lunch, board a bamboo boat rowed by local people along the Hoang Long River to Tam Coc, known as the Three Caves. Enjoy the scenery of rice fields and limestone mountains, particularly picturesque during the April and September rice seasons.

Return to the harbour and transfer back to Hanoi. Enjoy free time for shopping in the Old Quarter and Dong Xuan Market.

Day 5Day 5: Hanoi – Departure (B)

Meals: Breakfast

After breakfast, enjoy free time before checking out from the hotel.

At the arranged time, transfer to Noi Bai International Airport for your departure flight home.

Accmomodation

We carefully select a diverse range of hotels to suit each journey. From modern city hotels to charming family-run guesthouses, all accommodations meet quality standards in service and facilities, ensuring a comfortable and enjoyable experience. Below are some examples of the hotel types featured on this tour.

City	3 star	4 star	5 star
Hanoi	Bonne Nuite – Superior or Similar	Thang LOng Opera – Superiorl or Similar	Heritage Ham Long -Deluxe Room or Similar

Price list until 30 Sep 2026

	Price USD/ person
Group size	2	4	6	8	10	Single supplement
3 star	390	288	245	223	210	82
4 star	422	320	277	256	243	115
5 star	471	369	326	305	292	164

Price 01 Oct – 30 Dec 2026

	Price USD/ person
Group size	2	4	6	8	10	Single supplement
3 star	394	292	249	228	215	86
4 star	440	338	295	273	260	132
5 star	485	383	340	319	306	177

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 October 5, 2026
 
 
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 October 4, 2026
 
 
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 September 27, 2026
 
 
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We toured around hanoi and our guide was very professional and explained everything very clearly
  
 
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   yaniv k 
 September 26, 2026
 
 
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I took a 1 day trip to ninh binh, it was amazing day and mostly because my great tour guide (Hai Nguyen), very well english speaker, kind and think about all the small details to my trip just perfect.
  
 
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 September 24, 2026
 
 
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An Unforgettable 16-Day Vietnam Tour – Excellent Service by Mrs. Ivy We recently completed a wonderful 16-day tour of Vietnam in April 2026, arranged through Indochina Travel Group, Hanoi, and the entire experience was truly amazing from beginning to end. A special word of appreciation goes to Mrs. Ivy, our tour operator, whose professionalism, dedication, and warm personality made our journey comfortable and memorable. From our arrival at Hanoi Airport to our departure from Ho Chi Minh City Airport, everything was exceptionally well organized. The arrangements for our AC transportation, sightseeing, scenic journeys, and excellent hotels at different destinations across Vietnam were superb. We were able to explore the beautiful landscapes and attractions of Vietnam comfortably, without having to worry about the arrangements. Whenever we faced even a minor issue during the tour, Mrs. Ivy was always available and took immediate action to resolve it. Her prompt response, personal attention, and commitment to ensuring our comfort were truly impressive. I would especially like to appreciate her dynamic personality, professionalism, and excellent customer service. We feel fortunate to have had such a dedicated and caring tour operator looking after us throughout our Vietnam journey. Mrs. Ivy is certainly an asset to Indochina Travel Group. I sincerely wish her continued success and a bright future with the organization. A heartfelt THANK YOU, Mrs. Ivy, for making our Vietnam holiday such a wonderful and unforgettable experience. 🇻🇳❤️ Highly appreciated and warmly recommended.
  
 
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 September 22, 2026
 
 
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Had a wonderful experience exploring Ninh Binh with Indo China Travel Group! 🇻🇳✨ The entire tour was very well organised, from the transportation and itinerary to the coordination throughout the day. Ninh Binh is absolutely beautiful, with its stunning limestone mountains, peaceful rivers, and scenic landscapes. A special mention to the Indo China Travel Group team and our guide for being friendly, helpful, and professional throughout the trip. Everything was handled smoothly, making the day comfortable and enjoyable. Overall, it was a memorable experience and definitely one of the highlights of our Vietnam trip! Highly recommended to anyone planning to explore Ninh Binh.
  
 
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 September 22, 2026
 
 
 Verified An Excellent Guide and a Memorable Day
We had the great pleasure of having Hai Nguyen as our guide on today’s Bai Dinh Pagoda–Trang An tour, organised by Indochina Travel Group, and he truly made the day special. Hai was a wonderful representative of the friendly and welcoming Vietnamese culture. From the very beginning, he was warm, friendly and professional, and he always took the time to accommodate our wishes and make sure we were comfortable. He is very knowledgeable, not only about the places we visited, but also about Vietnamese history, culture and many other subjects. We really enjoyed our conversations with him and appreciated the way he shared his knowledge in such an engaging and personal way. It was a pleasure spending the day with Hai, and he certainly contributed to making our visit to Bai Dinh and Trang An a memorable experience. We would happily recommend him to anyone visiting Vietnam, and we would be delighted to have him as our guide again.
  
 
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 September 14, 2026
 
 
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 September 14, 2026
 
 
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We have done a private tour going to: HOA LU TEMPLE - MUA CAVE - TRANG AN Miami was our lovely tour guide. Her English was excellent and clear. She hosting us in the perfect possible way. We had a late arrival the day before and left us to rest during the 2,5 hour drive. Arrived, she gave us much energy to during the tour and she easily joined us with the 500 steps stairs towards a beautiful view. A big shoutout to Miami and the driver!
  
 
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 September 12, 2026
 
 
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Pease note that most of Halong bay trips are group tours, that means you will share the limousine transport with other guests to save your money but still feel comfortable. If you would like to get the private transfer, please contact us at anytime to get the deal.

Starting from USD390 /person without airfare

Min 2 Pax.

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Please note: Prices are based on double occupancy at 3-4 star hotels. Please contact us to change your preferences and receive additional offers.

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