| Tour code: | HNVT08 |
| Trip: | Hà Nội – Ninh Bình – Hạ Long |
| Duration: | 10 DAY 9 NIGHTS |
| Schedule: | Daily |
| Vehicle: | Car - Ô tô |
| Departure location: | Hà Nội |
Welcome to Hanoi – the thousand-year-old capital of Vietnam!
Upon arrival at Noi Bai International Airport, your local guide and driver will welcome you and transfer you to your hotel in the city center. Check in and enjoy some time to relax after your journey.
In the evening, enjoy dinner featuring some of Hanoi’s delicious local specialties. After dinner, you are free to explore the Old Quarter, stroll around Hoan Kiem Lake, or relax at the hotel.
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After breakfast, begin your journey to discover some of Northern Vietnam’s most fascinating traditional craft villages.
Your first stop is Bat Trang Ceramic Village, one of Vietnam’s oldest and most famous pottery villages. Learn about the history of traditional Vietnamese pottery, visit local workshops, and discover how beautiful ceramic products are created. You may also have the opportunity to try your hand at pottery making and create a small souvenir of your own.
Continue to Dong Ho Folk Painting Village, the birthplace of the famous traditional Vietnamese woodblock paintings. Discover traditional painting techniques, learn about the use of natural colors, and explore the cultural meanings behind the familiar folk images.
Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before returning to Hanoi.
In the afternoon, return to your hotel and enjoy some free time to relax or explore Hanoi at your own pace.
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After breakfast, your guide and driver will pick you up for a journey into the peaceful countryside surrounding Hanoi.
Travel to Ky Son, a tranquil rural area featuring traditional houses, green rice fields, and the characteristic scenery of Northern Vietnam’s countryside. Meet local residents, learn about rural life, and enjoy some authentic local specialties.
Continue to Duong Lam Ancient Village, one of Northern Vietnam’s best-preserved ancient villages. The village is famous for its laterite houses, traditional village gates, communal houses, and narrow lanes that preserve the atmosphere of rural Vietnam from centuries past.
Visit Mong Phu Communal House, explore centuries-old traditional homes, and discover the architecture, customs, and daily life of local residents.
Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant or traditional homestay before continuing your countryside exploration and returning to Hanoi.
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After breakfast, check out of your hotel and begin your journey to Ha Nam, a province renowned for its cultural and spiritual heritage.
The main highlight of the day is the Tam Chuc Pagoda Complex, one of Vietnam’s most impressive spiritual destinations. Explore its remarkable Buddhist architecture, admire the surrounding mountains and lake, and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of this sacred site.
Continue to Dia Tang Phi Lai Pagoda, a serene Buddhist temple nestled among peaceful mountains and greenery. Take time to explore the temple, admire its architecture, and enjoy the tranquil surroundings.
Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before continuing to Ninh Binh. Upon arrival, check in at your hotel and relax.
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After breakfast, begin a full day exploring some of the most spectacular attractions in Ninh Binh.
In the morning, visit Hoa Lu Ancient Capital, the former political center of Dai Co Viet in the 10th century. Explore the temples dedicated to King Dinh Tien Hoang and King Le Dai Hanh, and learn about the history and culture of this ancient capital.
Continue to Trang An, a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its spectacular limestone mountains, lush landscapes, rivers, and natural caves. Take a traditional boat ride along the waterways, passing through mysterious caves and enjoying the breathtaking scenery.
After lunch, visit Mua Cave. Climb the stone steps to the mountaintop and enjoy panoramic views over the rice fields, limestone mountains, and winding rivers of Ninh Binh.
After the sightseeing tour, return to your hotel and relax.
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After several days of sightseeing, enjoy a completely free day to relax and experience the peaceful atmosphere of Ninh Binh.
You may relax at the hotel, cycle through the countryside, explore local villages, or simply enjoy the region’s delicious local cuisine at your own pace.
For those who wish to explore further, optional activities may include visiting Bai Dinh Pagoda, cycling through the rice fields, or enjoying the beautiful natural surroundings around your accommodation.
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After breakfast, enjoy some free time in the morning to relax or explore Ninh Binh independently.
Later, your driver will pick you up and transfer you back to Hanoi. Along the way, enjoy views of the peaceful Northern Vietnamese countryside and observe the simple daily life of local communities.
Upon arrival in Hanoi, check in at your hotel and enjoy free time to explore the city. In the evening, you may sample Hanoi’s famous street food, explore the Old Quarter, or simply relax.
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After breakfast, check out of your hotel and depart from Hanoi for Bai Tu Long Bay.
Upon arrival at the harbor, complete the boarding procedures and begin your cruise through the peaceful waters of the bay. After checking in, enjoy lunch on board while cruising past spectacular limestone islands and breathtaking natural scenery.
In the afternoon, participate in activities according to the cruise program, which may include kayaking, cave visits, swimming, or relaxing on the sundeck.
In the evening, enjoy dinner on board and spend the night surrounded by the peaceful scenery of Bai Tu Long Bay.
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Start your day with a peaceful Tai Chi session on the sundeck, surrounded by the stunning scenery of Bai Tu Long Bay. It is a wonderful way to enjoy the fresh morning air and admire the sunrise over the bay.
07:00 – Enjoy breakfast on board.
07:45 – Visit Vung Vieng Fishing Village by traditional rowing boat. Meet local fishermen, learn about their traditional way of life, and discover the unique culture of the fishing community. Along the way, you will pass by a floating school and local fish farms.
08:45 – Return to the cruise and enjoy some free time to relax and take in the beautiful scenery of Bai Tu Long Bay.
10:00 – Check out and begin cruising back to the harbor.
10:15 – Enjoy a buffet lunch on board while the cruise sails back to the harbor.
After disembarkation, continue by road to Dong Trieu, a region well known for its traditional pottery and authentic Northern Vietnamese village culture.
Continue to Yen Duc Cultural Village, where you can experience authentic rural Vietnamese life. Explore traditional houses, gardens, rice fields, and learn about the customs, culture, and everyday life of the local community.
A special highlight is a traditional Vietnamese water puppet performance presented by local artists. This unique folk art form offers an entertaining and authentic insight into the cultural heritage of Northern Vietnam.
After the visit, return to Hanoi. Check in at your hotel and enjoy some free time to relax before your departure the following day.
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After breakfast, enjoy some free time until your driver arrives to transfer you to Noi Bai International Airport for your flight home.
Your 10-day Northern Vietnam Heritage & Cultural Journey comes to an end.
Thank you for traveling with us. We wish you a safe flight and hope you take home many wonderful memories of Vietnam!
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