EXPLORE ANCIENT WONDERS OF VIETNAM
Uncover Vietnamese true essence from the ancient capital of Vietnam – Hanoi Old Quarter, to the site recognized by UNESCO as World Heritage Site – Halong Bay and to Ninh Binh – the legendary ancient capital of Vietnam. Create lasting memories as you meet the hospitable local, taste rustic local cuisines and embrace the traditional culture.
EXPLORE ANCIENT WONDERS OF VIETNAM
Uncover the true essence of Vietnam as you travel from the ancient 1000-year-old capital of Vietnam – Hanoi Old Quarter, to the site recognized by UNESCO as World Heritage Site – Halong Bay and to Ninh Binh – the legendary ancient capital of Vietnam. Create lasting memories as you meet the hospitable local, taste rustic local cuisines, embrace the traditional culture and cruise the crystal waters of Halong Bay on royal junks.
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JOURNEY HIGHLIGHTS Soaking up the hustle and bustle of Hanoi’s Old Quarter Going on an excursion to Duong Lam Ancient Village to seek for the authentic Vietnamese traditional souls Cruising on a traditional junk boat through scenic Halong Bay Admiring the pristine nature landscapes and listening to historical stories of Ninh Binh |
TOUR INCLUSION Carefully selected cozy, comfortable and historical accommodation 5-star cruise on Halong Bay Private transportation with air-conditioned Experience English-speaking tour guide Meals as mentioned, purified water bottles and Vietnamese special coffee Entrance fees at sightseeing points Service charges
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Itinerary
Depart from your hotel/ the airport, we will pick you up and take you on Hanoi city tour with us today.
Our first destination is the Temple of Literature – the first university in Vietnam, which host the Imperial Academy. The old Temple is also a superb example of ancient architecture built in homage to the scholar Confucius.
Stop a few moments at Hanoi Opera House to admire the charming ancient design influenced by the French architecture style originated from 19th century.
Leisurely walk around the old town and Hoan Kiem Lake to get glimpses of local life and feel completely the beauty of the ancient capital.
Take a break and feast on a traditional meal for lunch at Ngon Villa Hanoi. After lunch, we will move on to Long Bien Bridge, which was a symbol of Hanoi’s resistance to relentless US bombing.
Move on to Saint Joseph Cathedral to take a picture with Mother Maria statue outside and admire the French colonial architecture.
Check in Sofitel Hanoi Metropole Hotel and relax at your leisure for the rest of the day.
Start our morning with a visit to Ba Dinh Square, where Ho Chi Minh has read the Vietnam Independence Declaration. Adjacent to the Square is Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, the resting place of President Ho Chi Minh who led Vietnam to independence from French colonial rule.
span style="font-size: 1em;">We will then venture to Thay Pagoda to immerse in the perfect harmony of the surrounding geography and Vietnamese traditional architecture.
span style="font-size: 1em;">Far far away from the hustling Hanoi, we will leave Hanoi for the tranquil Duong Lam Ancient Village, which always has retained the basic characteristics of Vietnamese ancient villages.
Before kicking off our Duong Lam journey, feast on regional dishes for your lunch with a local family.
A visit to Duong Lam is a journey to Vietnam origins of culture and traditions. Walking around the village roads, ancient architecture and communal houses, you can see the rural life of Vietnam since the 17th century.
Head back to Hanoi for our dinner then we will enjoy My Village show, which is a merge of tradition & innovation, where whoever stepping into will bring home unforgettable memories of the charm of Vietnam.
Back to hotel and relax at your leisure.
Depart from Hanoi, we will drive you to Got Ferry then board on La Regina Legend Cruise. Considered as Queen of the Bays, La Regina offers you the most spectacular views of the beautiful islands and peaceful theme of Lan Ha Bay and Ha Long Bay.
span style="font-size: 1em;">After the welcoming drink and safety briefing introduction of the Cruise Manager, the boat starts to cruise to Lan Ha Bay.
span style="font-size: 1em;">Your lunch will be served in La Corona restaurant.
span style="font-size: 1em;">Feel free to discover Trung Trang Cave, which is considered as “Gold Treasure” of Cat Ba island with thousands of natural stalactites and unique shapes.
span style="font-size: 1em;">Enjoying a refreshing drink on board while catching the stunning sunset, which is probably the most romantic time of your day on Cruise.
You will be served dinner on the sundeck after your cooking class - where you will be taught how to make the Deep - Fried Spring Rolls. After dinner, it’s your free time to relax on boat, and enjoy the nightfall vibe on La Regina.
Start your day with a Taichi session on the sundeck. Light breakfast will be served in La Corona on the sundeck.
span style="font-size: 1em;">Move to Day Cruise. Free time relaxing and contemplating beautiful view of Lan Ha Bay.
span style="font-size: 1em;">Visiting Viet Hai fishing village, you will feel the quiet and peaceful atmosphere, charming landscape of the northern village.
span style="font-size: 1em;">Back to the main boat for relaxing and having lunch. Take a rest before enjoying kayaking at Ao Ech area, which is one of the most beautiful area on Lan Ha Bay.
span style="font-size: 1em;">Enjoying a refreshing drink on board while catching the stunning sunset, which is probably the most romantic time of your day on Cruise.
You will be served dinner on the sundeck after your Cooking & Fruit Carving class - where you will be taught how to make one of the most iconic Vietnamese dishes.
After dinner, it’s your free time to relax on boat, and enjoy the nightfall vibe on La Regina.
After Taichi session on the sundeck, light breakfast will be served in La Corona on the second floor.
The boat will anchor at Tra Bau area, which mean it’s your time to discover the natural beauty of Lan Ha Bay by kayaking or swimming.
Leisurely enjoy your brunch while the cruise returns to the main boat. As disembarking at the harbor, we will pave our way to Ninh Binh.
Check in and relax at Emeralda Ninh Binh Resort at your leisure.
After breakfast, we will begin discovering the legend of Ninh Binh with a visit to Hoa Lu Ancient Capital, which was chosen to be the first capital of Dai Co Viet during the period of 3 dynasties of Kings Dinh, Le and Ly.
Nowadays, Hoa Lu ancient capital has become a very important architectural and historical complex of Viet Nam. It was recognized as one of the 4 cores forming of the UNESSCO World Heritage Site.
Leisurely hiking with 486 stone stair-steps to the peak of Mua Cave. From the peak, you will admire the majestic panoramic views of Tam Coc rice fields on Ngo Dong River.
Enjoy lunch with local specialties at Dai Trang An restaurant. After taking a nap, we will cycle leisurely around Tam Coc to discover pristine nature beauty and glimpse into local daily lives.
Back to Resort and enjoy your personal time at Emeralda Resort Ninh Binh.
Feel free to sleep in or enjoy your time on gym/ massage at the Resort because we will depart late this morning.
We will then visit Bai Dinh Pagoda – the largest spiritual pagoda in Viet Nam and one of the must-see places in Ninh Binh.
Not only does the temple offer breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains, you can also admire its unique architecture and significant spiritual values
Have lunch with local specialties then we will head back to Hanoi. End our tour with unforgettable memories and see off!