2D1N Tour I COMBO Explore Ninh Binh and Relax on Sonata Cruise Halong Bay I Vietnam

— GENERAL INFORMATION —

• Departure time: 7:30 AM
• End time: 9:00 PM on the second day.
• Meeting point: The travel agency will directly contact you to confirm and provide information about the pickup/drop-off points.

- ITINERARY -

DAY 1: BAI DINH/HOA LU – TRANG AN/TAM COC – MUA CAVE (Lunch - Dinner)

• 7:00 - 7:40 AM: The bus and guide will pick you up at your hotel in the Old Quarter, then depart for Ninh Binh, one of the famous tourist destinations located 110 km south of Hanoi in the Red River Delta.

Option 1:

• 10:00 AM: Arrival at Bai Dinh Pagoda, where you will visit the Tam The and Phap Chu halls covering 1,000 m2, the Statue of the Goddess of Mercy, the Statue of Buddha Shakyamuni, the largest bronze Buddha statue in Southeast Asia, and the three massive Tam The statues, each weighing 50 tons. You will also see the largest bell in Southeast Asia, weighing 36 tons.

 

Option 2:

• 10:00 AM: Arrive in Ninh Binh, where you begin your visit at the famous King Dinh Temple, dedicated to King Dinh Tien Hoang, the founder of the Dinh dynasty, and the King Le Temple, dedicated to King Le Dai Hanh, founder of the Early Le dynasty.
• 12:00 PM: Enjoy a buffet lunch with local specialties at the restaurant.

 

Afternoon itinerary:

Option 1: Visit Trang An

• 1:30 PM: Travel to Trang An eco-tourism area. Take a small boat tour to explore the caves and historical sites such as Lam Cave, Vang Cave, Dai Cave, Thang Truot Cave, and three sacred temples: Cao Son Temple, Suoi Tien Temple, and Vu Lam Pavilion, dedicated to the Tran dynasty kings.

 

Option 2: Visit Tam Coc

• 1:30 PM: Take a boat ride to explore Tam Coc. The journey lasts about two hours, and you will be taken to Ca Cave, the largest and most beautiful cave, with a length of 127 meters under a large mountain crossing the Ngo Dong River.
• Continue exploring Hai and Ba Caves, which are equally majestic.
• 3:30 PM: Arrive at Mua Cave. Begin the climb to the top of Ngoa Long Mountain to enjoy panoramic views of the valley and the stunning natural beauty.
• 4:30 PM: Return to your accommodation for check-in and relaxation. Dinner is served at 7:00 PM. Afterward, relax at the poolside bar. Note: The guide will not accompany you until noon on the next day.

 

DAY 2: HALONG SONATA CRUISE – HANOI (Including: Breakfast, Lunch)

• Morning: Have breakfast at the bungalow and check out.
• 7:30 AM: Depart for Quang Ninh to explore Ha Long Bay.
• 11:45 AM: Arrive at Tuan Chau Island and embark on a 6-hour cruise to explore the islands and pristine landscapes. A buffet lunch is served on board.
• 2:00 - 4:30 PM: Visit Bo Hon Island, starting with Sung Sot Cave, famous for its impressive stalactites and stalagmites. Then, the boat will stop at Luon Cave, where you can choose to kayak or take a bamboo boat to explore the peaceful lagoon. Next, the boat heads to Titov Island, where you can swim or hike to the top for a breathtaking panoramic view of Ha Long Bay.
  
• 4:30 PM: Return to the boat for the Sunset Party and enjoy traditional music performances while cruising back to Tuan Chau Port.
• 6:00 PM: Disembark and return to Hanoi, with a 20-minute stop along the way.
• 8:30 - 9:00 PM: The guide will drop you off at the original meeting point, concluding the memorable 2-day 1-night Ninh Binh – Ha Long tour.

TOUR INCLUSIONS:

• Transportation according to the program with drinks on board
• 5-star Ha Long Sonata Cruise with buffet lunch, traditional music performances, and jacuzzi
• Vietnamese and English-speaking guide
• Meals (2 lunches, 1 breakfast, 1 dinner)
• Entrance fees to attractions
• Accommodation at Homestay or Bungalow (2-3 people/room)
• Cycling and swimming at the Bungalow

TOUR EXCLUSIONS:

• Drinks and travel insurance
• Kayaking or bamboo boat (100,000 VND/person)
• Electric vehicle at Bai Dinh Pagoda (100,000 VND/person)
• Guide's overnight stay at the bungalow and morning support
• Tips and personal expenses
• Children aged 5-8: 75% of the adult price. Children aged 9 and above: 100%. Children under 5 are free (excluding entrance fees, meals, and seats on the vehicle).