Hanoi, Ha Long Bay Day Cruise & Tam Coc 5D4N Group Tour

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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.

5 days / 4 nights | Hanoi, a Ha Long Bay day cruise and Tam Coc in Ninh Binh. This ITG shared-tour itinerary is for travellers who want a Hanoi base with separate sightseeing excursions, rather than a night spent aboard a cruise. The Ha Long Bay visit is a day cruise; the Tam Coc experience is a riverboat trip through Ninh Binh’s limestone landscape. They are different boat experiences on different days, with road transfers to consider.

Is this the right 5D4N route? Allow for the actual arrival and departure flight times, full-day return journeys from Hanoi, time at the pier and on the boats, and the walking involved in city sightseeing. If spending a night on the water matters more than staying in Hanoi, compare an overnight-cruise 5D4N alternative, which pairs that experience with Hoa Lu and Trang An rather than Tam Coc.

Before booking a seat-in-coach departure, ask ITG for the confirmed cruise duration and route, the actual Tam Coc boat programme, Hanoi pickup/meeting points, hotel nights and rooming, guide language, meals, entrance and boat tickets, airport transfers, possible single-room supplements and cancellation/change terms. Bay sailing and riverboat operations depend on weather, safety instructions and supplier arrangements; a listed attraction is not a guarantee of a particular sailing or activity on every date.

Use our Hanoi Travel Guide and Ninh Binh Travel Guide to compare the stops, plus the Ha Long Bay Cruise Guide and Group Tour Booking Checklist for boat choice and shared-service terms.

Ask ITG to check a departure: use this product’s enquiry option or send your trip brief with travel dates, Hanoi arrival/departure flight times, party size and ages, hotel/room preferences, sightseeing priorities, approximate budget and any food, walking or boat-access needs. ITG’s Vietnam-based team can check current shared arrangements and send a written, date-specific land quotation spelling out inclusions and exclusions. International airfare and personal extras are not assumed included.

Tour Highlights

5 days / 4 nights: Hanoi as the base, with Ha Long Bay day cruise and Tam Coc excursion. This joining-tour programme is built around separate road-and-boat days rather than an overnight cruise cabin or a Ninh Binh hotel change.

Hanoi: City sightseeing and overnight stays form the base of the trip. Arrival and departure schedules depend on actual flight times.
Ha Long Bay: Travel by shared road transfer to a day cruise before returning to Hanoi the same evening. The exact boat duration, cave stop, pier, kayaking and meals depend on the dated sailing.
Tam Coc: A separate excursion from Hanoi visits the Ninh Binh river landscape by rowing boat; it is not the Trang An boat system, and weather or local boat rules may affect the trip.

Confirm whether all four hotel nights are in Hanoi, the seat-in-coach collection points, guide language, boat seating, admissions, meals, room basis and transfer windows. If you prefer sleeping aboard a cruise and visiting Trang An instead, compare the Lan Ha overnight-cruise 5D4N route. For details about the two riverboat locations, read the Ninh Binh guide. Send dates and hotel/boat requirements to ITG for a written itinerary and quotation.

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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   Sunshine03762139442 
 October 28, 2026
 
 
 Verified One of our best experiences ever!
What a trip to Vietnam?! One of our most beautiful holidays. Special thanks to Ivy for the way she organised our tour. So flawless & amazing! Can’t wait to do this again!
  
 
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   SLMunnings 
 October 28, 2026
 
 
 Verified Aussies in Vietnam
this is our 5th TAD adventure. When booking you know where you are going but from experience we know it’s the Tour Leader that will make or break the trip. Tom greeted us and started with setting up a What’s App, a great idea, it is more than just helpful, it brings the team together, sharing & caring. it didn’t take long for everyone to jump onboard adding info, asking questions and adding /sharing photos. Tom sorted our rooms, handed out our keys, had Water everyday, paid ahead for entry to excursion destinations, organised for laundry etc which certainly ment less headaches for everyone ( upgrade) Organising the bus to save walking or taxi/uber ride (upgrade) With Tom’s wide smile, warm personality & good English we knew we were in good hands, always happy to help out and deal with our issues (they happen) As a tour leader we rate him AAA. If every tour guide followed his lead they would be a winner for their company & everyone taking their tour Thank you Tom for making our trip so enjoyable and stress free Sharon & Matt 🙏🫶
  
 
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   T V 
 October 26, 2026
 
 
 Verified Great experience
5 Stars – Excellent Tours and Wonderful Guides! We had an absolutely fantastic experience during our recent visit to Hanoi, Vietnam! We booked two private tours, and both exceeded our expectations. A very special thank you to our wonderful tour guides, Hung and Cathy, who made our time in Vietnam truly memorable. Both were incredibly knowledgeable, friendly, professional, and passionate about sharing the history, culture, and beauty of their country. Everything was exceptionally well organized, and the attention to detail throughout both tours was outstanding. Our guides went above and beyond to ensure everyone was comfortable, enjoying themselves, and getting the most out of each experience. We especially appreciated their warm hospitality, flexibility, and willingness to answer all our questions. Their enthusiasm and personal touches made the tours even more enjoyable. Vietnam is a beautiful country with amazing people, and Hung and Cathy were wonderful ambassadors for it. We cannot thank the entire team enough for making our visit so special. We highly recommend their services to anyone visiting Vietnam and would absolutely book with them again! Thank you, Hung and Cathy, for the wonderful memories and exceptional hospitality!
  
 
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   Prasanna T 
 October 23, 2026
 
 
 Verified Excellent support
Excellent customer service and co ordination. Prompt and proactive support by Ms Ivy who made the experience more enjoyable.
  
 
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   FarAway10075616666 
 October 23, 2026
 
 
 Verified Nina is the best customised tour planner
Absolute fun and wonderful planning as per our liking. Not too tight schedule, relaxed, yet covered important places. Had good stay. Good time at beach, had fun parties, the cruise was wonderful. Nina helped us plan everything perfectly. Thanks nina.
  
 
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   Paul H 
 October 23, 2026
 
 
 Verified Lical expeeience in Hoi An
On a Trip A Deal tour, our local tour guide in Hoi An Dung was from this company and she wad amazing. Always going the extra mile to make our trip perfect.
  
 
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   Karen A 
 October 23, 2026
 
 
 Verified Ninh Binh day trip
Fabulous day trip to Ninh Binh with guide Hai Nguyen. Incredible experience for my first trip to Vietnam….. wonderful climb and then traditional row boats trip. Very informative and brilliant way to get to know a bit more about the country.
  
 
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   Nazar N 
 October 22, 2026
 
 
 Verified A Wonderful and Memorable Vietnam Trip! 🇻🇳 Thanks to Nina
We had a wonderful time exploring Vietnam, and the entire trip was smooth and well organised. Staying in Hanoi’s Old Quarter was a great experience, and we really enjoyed exploring the beautiful landscapes of Ninh Binh and taking the boat ride through Trang An. The highlight of our trip was the overnight cruise in Ha Long Bay. The stunning scenery, peaceful overnight stay, and morning kayaking made it a truly memorable experience. The limousine transfers were also comfortable and hassle-free throughout the trip. A special thanks to Nina for helping customise our itinerary and patiently answering all my questions from day one. Her support and guidance made the planning process much easier and gave us confidence before the trip. Overall, everything went smoothly, and we returned home with lots of beautiful memories. Thanks to Nina and the entire team for making our Vietnam trip such a wonderful experience. Highly recommended. 😊❤️
  
 
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   Krishna Sowjany... G 
 October 22, 2026
 
 
 Verified An Excellent Guide – Thank You, Hai Nguyen!
An Excellent Guide – Thank You, Hai Nguyen! Hai Nguyen made our Vietnam trip truly memorable! He was punctual, friendly, patient, and incredibly helpful throughout our time with him. He explained everything so well that we could appreciate not just the places we visited, but also the culture and stories behind them. What touched me most was his willingness to go the extra mile. At Mua Cave, he patiently helped me climb the steps and encouraged me along the way. He also helped us take lovely photographs, assisted us with shopping, and took us to a place selling beautiful bamboo products. His suggestions to visit the night market and take an evening walk around the lake added some wonderful experiences to our trip that we might otherwise have missed. Hai was always considerate, and attentive to our needs. His warmth and genuine helpfulness made us feel comfortable and well looked after. It is these little gestures and personal touches that make a trip memorable, and Hai certainly made a difference to ours. Thank you, Hai, for your kindness, patience, and for helping us create such lovely memories in Vietnam. We are so glad we had you as our guide and would wholeheartedly recommend you to anyone visiting Vietnam. You made our trip extra special!
  
 
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   nishant v 
 October 21, 2026
 
 
 Verified Title: A lovely Vietnam trip with great support from Nina and Ivy
We had a wonderful time in Vietnam and came home with so many lovely memories. A big thank you to Nina for arranging our trip and to Ivy for helping us throughout the tour. Having the hotels and transfers organised made travelling between destinations much easier. When our flight timing changed, we appreciated having someone to contact and help us work through the arrangements. We really enjoyed exploring Vietnam together, and we’re grateful to everyone who helped make the trip a success. Thank you, Nina and Ivy, for looking after us. We would happily recommend your team to friends and family planning a visit to Vietnam!
  
 
  
  
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FAQs

Are there any age restrictions for this tour?

We have a minimum age requirement of 18 years old to join the tour. Group members aged 16-17 years old are welcome to join the tour but only with a family member that will act as their guardian whilst on tour. Aside from that, no age requirements at all!

Does Indochina Travel Group part of the Hotel ?

Indochina Travel Group is a private tour company whose mission is to make visitors' time in Vietnam really remarkable.

How do I book tour ?

To book tour, you can contact our email: booking@indochinatravelgroup.com or fill in our form, we will contact you back at soonest.

What information do I need to provide ?

Your name, number of guest, tour name, tour date, special request and your Whatsapp or Email.

How can I request for a customized tour?

Our tour run everyday, but our main focus are private tours for small group like couple or family. To request a customized tour, please note it down in your special request, send us your detail requirement and we will work closely with you to tailor your unforgettable trips.

Can I amend after I have booked?

Yes, It will depend on the time you amend with us. If you have any change, please advise us as soon as you can.

What should I do if I get lost during the tour?

Incase you cannot find your tour guide/airport representative, please stay calm, stay where you are and contact the tour guide that we provided or contact us to tell your address, we will contact our tour guide/ representative to looking for you as soon as possible.

Group tour and Private tour.

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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