Hanoi-Halong Bay-Cat Ba Island 5Days/4Nights

Highlights

Hanoi: Located on the banks of the Red River with tranquil Hoan Kiem Lake at its heart, Hanoi is the capital of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam. North of the lake are the bustling streets of the Old Quarter, each street named after the trade that used to take place there.

Halong Bay: Visiting Halong Bay - Natural World Heritage by a traditional Junk boat, discover caves & fishing villages, explore the lagoon. Stay overnight on Board with amazing time & unforgettable experience! Kayaking & visiting fishing villages!

Cat Ba Island: The most famous Island in the North of Vietnam, trekking, biking & visiting fishing village. Overnight at Suoi Goi Resort. Cooking Class including.

Itinerary in brief

·         Day 1: Arrival Hanoi Vietnam

·         Day 2: Hanoi - Halong Bay Cruise & stay overnight on Board (B, L, D)

·         Day 3: Halong Bay Cruise - Cat Ba Island, Suoi Goi Resort (B, L, D)

·         Day 4: Cat Ba Island - Hai Phong - Hanoi (B, L)

·         Day 5: Hanoi Conclude/ Departure. (B)

Hanoi - Halong Bay - Cat Ba Island 5Days/4Nights

Detailed itinerary

Day 1: Arrival Hanoi Vietnam

Landing in Hanoi this morning, you’ll be surprise by the warmly welcome of the Tour Guide & Car Driver at the airport then transfer to Hanoi Downtown, a city of lakes, shaded boulevards, public parks, and the capital of Vietnam. Check into your hotel. Stay overnight in Hanoi.

Hoan Kiem lake

Day 2: Hanoi - Halong Bay Cruise & stay overnight on Board (B, L, D)

Early this morning, we’ll drive from Hanoi to one of the most magnificent scenic environments in the world, Halong Bay. Covering 577 square miles, this vast bay is filled with more than 3,000 limestone “peaks” or karsts that jut from the deep blue water as far as the eye can see. We’ll spend a day and a half, including an overnight with dinner and breakfast onboard, exploring this overwhelming seascape from the decks of a traditional Vietnamese boat. Comfortable and intimate, your boat features hand-crafted wooden interiors including a dining room and pleasant air-conditioned cabins with private baths. Since we’re overnight on the water, we’ll be able to explore Ha Long Bay’s most beautiful spots with time to swim and even visit some of the largest rock formations and caves. This promises to be one of your most memorable travel experiences in Asia. Stay overnight on Boat.

Ha Long bay

Day 3: Halong Bay Cruise - Lan Ha Bay - Cat Ba island - Suoi Goi Resort (B, L, D)

A new day has come with beautiful sunrise view from your cabin

7.30: Have breakfast while complimentary tea & coffee are served

8.00: Transfer to day trip boat through Lan Ha Bay to Beo Pier – Cat Ba Island

10.00: Car pick up at Beo pier and transfer to fishing market for market tour and cooking lesson in the next day. Canon Fort visiting.

11.00: Van transfer to Chan Trau village

11.20: Easy biking along coastal line of Cat Ba National park to Suoi Goi resort. (Detail map of Cat Ba for sightseeing and activities)

12.00: Check in Suoi Goi resort and have lunch

14.00: Easy biking to rice field, pig farm, green vegetable garden (cooking class next morning), swimming at secluded beach. Optional for sunset shot.

18.30: BBQ Dinner. Enjoy the leisure time and overnight at Suoi Goi Resort.

Suoi Goi Resort

Day 4: Cat Ba Island - Hai Phong - Hanoi. (B, L)

5.30: Optional for the sunrise shot (Could be arranged upon request by motorbike or car based on group size)

8.00: Breakfast

10.00: Cooking lesson

12.00: Enjoy your own food for lunch.

13h15: Check out and transfer to Cai Vieng Pier (Hoang Long Speedboat 13h45). Car back to Hanoi around 17h00.

Overnight in Hanoi.

Cat Ba Island

Day 5: Hanoi Conclude/ Departure. (B)

You have the morning free to relax before your return flight home. Finish your unforgettable trip arranged by Vietsense Travel!

Tour Cost included:

·         3 nights hotel accommodation on a twin-share basic with daily breakfast

·         1 night stay overnight on Board in Halong Bay in twin-share cabin.

·         Welcome drink on Board!

·         Tai Chi lesson on sun desk in the morning.

·         Meals as mentioned in the itineraries: Vietnamese food, Asian Food basic.

·         All landed transfers within the tour by air-conditioned vehicle, including pick-up and drop-off at airports on arrival and departure days

·         Boat trip cruise in Halong Bay & Lunch on Board with fresh seafood.

·         Visiting Caves & Fishing Village.

·         English Speaking Tour guide. Other languages on request

·         All entrance and sightseeing fees

·         All taxes & services charge.

Tour Cost Non Included:

·         International airfare and airport tax in Vietnam

·         Beverages and other meals do not indicate in the program

·         Visa fees to Vietnam

·         Early check-in and late check-out at all hotels

·         Travel insurance

·         Personal expenses (laundry, telephone, shopping...)

·         Tipping/ Gratuities

·         Single supplement

·       Any additional expenses caused by reasons beyond our control such as natural calamities (typhoon, floods), flight delays, rescheduling or cancellations, any accidents, medical evacuations, riots, strikes etc.