Hanoi – Mai Chau – Ninh Binh – Halong Bay – 4 Days/3 NightsHighlight – Learn the daily lifestyle of the Thai ethnic minority who live on stilt homes in the spectacular valley of Mai Chau – Love soft trek on peaceful paths of rural Mai Chau – Discover the brand new World Heritage, Trang An Ecotourism complex with sampan boat-ride through limestone caves – Admire the amazing scene of karst cliffs on the green surface of Halong Bay and go through the night on a wooden vessel – Enjoy distinct dishes of local food along the tour Itinerary Day 1: Hanoi – Mai Chau Valley (L/D) Morning activities: 7:30 am: Our guide & driver will pick you up from the Hotel in Hanoi, then driveway to the Mai Chau Valley. It will take about 3,5 hours. There are several stops on the way for photo opportunities. Arrive at Pom Coong village, Mai Chau around noon. Your Vietnamese lunch is served by a local family at their stilt-house. Afternoon activities: After lunch and rest, go for a gentle walk about 3 hours to explore the environment. Also visit some villages, rice paddies, and gardens. Or you could opt to find the area by bikes with shorter time. Along the walking tour, you'll have the opportunity to find out about the neighborhood life, their farming, and beautiful handicrafts. Dinner and overnight in Mai Chau. Day 2: Mai Chau Valley – Ninh Binh (B/L/D) Morning activities: After having breakfast, you'll check out and say goodbye to the local host. Then take the morning scenic drive to Ninh Binh province. Ninh Binh is renowned for many beautiful attractions. Especially Trang An Scenic Landscape Complex which has been recognized as the natural and cultural heritage by UNESCO. Arrive in Ninh Binh around noon. Afternoon activities: Lunch at a nearby restaurant with the regional specialties. At the mid-day, you'll embark on a stunning sampan boat-ride at Trang An. Your boat will take around 3 hours. But it is well worth it as you'll learn more about the core of the heritage. You'll be taken through caves which enables you to visit different flooded valleys encompassed by limestone outcrops. Then back to the meeting point where we get on the car back to the hotel. Check in & overnight in Ninh Binh. Day 3: Ninh Binh – Halong Bay (B/L/D) Morning activities: Breakfast is served in the hotel. Say goodbye Halong inland. Today, we take an early departure from Ninh Binh travel throughout the fertile Delta of the Red River. It will take over 4 hours to Halong Bay. Halong Bay is among the well known and must-see attractions in Vietnam. Besides being recognized as a natural world heritage. Arrive at the pier around 12.30 pm. Afternoon activities: Get aboard and enjoy your lunch with fresh seafood while the boat is cruising in between beautiful limestone islands. There'll be several activities for you to join in the mid-day like swimming, kayaking, cave visiting. Dinner and overnight on boat. Notice: After we know the specific boat you'll be cruising on, we'll supply you the thorough cruise itinerary. Day 4: Halong Bay – Hanoi (B/L) Morning activities: If you're an early riser, get up at dawn for clean air and join Tai training class when enjoying the sunrise on the sundeck. Breakfast has been served on the boat. The crews then pull the anchor and start the morning cruise to visit others portions of the bay. Also, check out the cabin around 10.00am. After that, the brunch will be served on the way back. Our boat trip will arrive at the pier at about 11.30 am. Afternoon activities: After saying goodbye to the crew. Then get on the car for transfer back to Hanoi. We will arrive at Hanoi at around 4:00 pm. The trip finishes at the hotel. Optional: If you want to go direct to the airport. It's possible (Upon on request) Inclusion – PRIVATE door to door transport (new vehicle) with air-conditioned – Experienced English speaking guide – Meals as mentioned above (B= Breakfast, L= Lunch, D = Dinner) – Hotel 1 night in Ninh Binh – Homestay – Halong Bay cruise trip – Entrance fees – Private local boat trip in Trang An – Bicycle/ Hamlet – Mineral water daily 2 bottle 500ml/per day – Permission – 24/7 hotline support guaranteed Exclusion – International Air Fare in & out Vietnam – Domestic Air Fare – Hotel in Hanoi – Additional sightseeing or extra usage of vehicle, other than mentioned in the itinerary – Personal expenses such as laundry, telephone calls, tips & gratuity, soft & hard drinks,… – Meals not mentioned in the program – Tips are welcomed! – Travel Insurance Share This Post