3 days 2 nights Cat Ba - Ninh Binh adventure takes you through two renowned destinations in northern Vietnam. On this tour, you'll spend a night on the serene Lan Ha Bay, enjoying the unique experience of drifting through the bay at night while partaking in exciting activities. The journey continues by exploring the ancient capital of Ninh Binh, a region known for its well-preserved historical architecture and cultural significance.
Summary Itinerary
Day | Schedule | Meal |
Day 1 | Hanoi – Cai Beo Cruise Port – Lan Ha Bay | -/L/D |
Day 2 | Viet Hai Fishing Village – Monkey Island – Cai Beo Cruise Port – Ninh Binh | B/L/D |
Day 3 | Ninh Binh – Hoa Lu Ancient Capital – Mua Cave – Trang An Ecolodge | B/L/- |
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Day 1: Cai Beo Cruise Port – Lan Ha Bay – Dark and Bright Cave (-/L/D)
12:00 - 12:10 pm: Welcomed by our staff at Cai Beo Cruise Port. We will use a tender to pick you up from Beo Pier and transfer you to the cruise in the bay. Check-in Luxury Cabin onboard.
12:30 - 01:00 pm: Enjoy a welcome drink and listen to the guide provide an overview of the itinerary as the cruise moves gently across the bay amid the stunning landscapes of Lan Ha Bay.
01:30 pm: The cruise will take you to visit But Island. From a distance, many people associate this small island with a giant pen emerging in the vast waves of Lan Ha Bay.
01:30 - 02:30 pm: Indulge in a diverse menu featuring seafood and traditional Vietnamese dishes during lunch.
The cruise meanders through the majestic limestone mountains, taking you to Bright Cave and Dark Cave, the central region of Lan Ha Bay.
03:00 - 05:00 pm: Explore the tranquil beauty of the bay by kayaking through the Dark and Bright Cave or relax on the pristine beach on the island. Take a swim at Ba Trai Dao beach.
05:30 - 07:15 pm: Return to the boat to freshen up, enjoy some leisure time, and witness the sunset on the sundeck. Experience a traditional Vietnamese cooking class before indulging in a BBQ dinner on board.
After dinner: Participate in squid fishing on the bay, then grill and savor your catch. Experience a foot soak with Himalayan salt stones. Relax, listen to music on the upper deck, sing karaoke, or enjoy drinks at the bar. Spend the night on the cruise.
Day 2: Viet Hai Fishing Village – Cai Beo Cruise Port (B/L/D)
06:15 - 07:00 am: Welcome the new day with a soothing Tai Chi session, connecting with the serenity of the bay. Admire the sunrise as the sun’s rays gently illuminate the tranquil sea.
07:00 - 07:50 am: Enjoy the bay’s beauty with a cup of tea or coffee in the morning. Have breakfast in a cozy space decorated in Vietnamese style as we head towards Viet Hai Fishing Village, located within the bay. Check out the cabin & save your luggage onboard.
08:00 - 10:30 am: Join a cycling or electric cart tour to explore the local life of a fishing village on the island. Immerse yourself in the fresh, green air and charming local life of Viet Hai Fishing Village. Embark on a unique sensation: The foot massage by fish is an incredibly refreshing and delightful experience.
11:00 - 11:30 am: Visit Turtle Islet, the icon of Lan Ha Bay, and the then you will marvel at Monkey Island, an extremely famous landmark in the Cat Ba Archipelago.
Day 3: Hoa Lu Ancient Capital – Mua Cave – Trang An (B/L/-)
10:30 am: The guide takes you from your hotel to visit Hoa Lu – the Ancient Royal capital of Viet Nam. We will visit Dinh king temple and Le king temple, in the 10th century, finding out the heroic histories of this two Kings in Chinese Wars. After that, we go to Tam Coc (10 km far from Hoa Lu).
11:30 am: Visit Mua Cave (Mua mean Dance) with 500 steps up to the Top of Mua Mountain.
Upon reaching the summit of Mua Cave, within the sight of our esteemed guests lies the vast expanse of the Hoa Lu land, tranquil yet majestic, resembling a masterpiece painting of nature.
01:00 pm: Eat lunch.
02:00 pm: Depart to visit Trang An Eco-Tourism attraction, there is beautiful scenery landscape, you will boarding a small boat to visit Trang An, you will see majestic limestone cliffs and mysterious yet inviting caves, as well as countryside sights, like peaceful streams, rice paddies and deserted green fields.
Take boat trip to visit cave complex: Sang Cave, Toi Cave, Ba Giot Cave, Nau Ruou in mystery and wildness, see scenery of mountain and rivers Ha Long on land of Ninh Binh.
05:00 pm: Get on bus and go back to Ha Noi.
07:30 pm: We arrival in Hanoi and finish the tour. See you next time.
TOUR PRICE: 4.000.000 VND / GUEST
(applicable for individual guests joining a group)
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