INTRODUCTION TO DESTINATIONS
Hanoi: The thousand-year-old capital with historical sites such as Hoan Kiem Lake, the Temple of Literature - Quoc Tu Giam, and bustling old streets.
Ninh Binh: Famous for its majestic natural landscapes, Trang An, and Bai Dinh Pagoda. This area is also known for international films like "Kong: Skull Island."
Halong Bay: A UNESCO World Heritage site with emerald waters, luxurious hotels, and fresh seafood.
Minh Chau (Quan Lan): A pristine island with fine white sand and clear blue waters. Visitors can experience the life of fishing villages and enjoy exciting activities such as digging for sand worms, harvesting clams, and fishing.
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
This tour is designed as an experiential journey, where guests explore the lives of local people, participate in seafood catching activities, and prepare and enjoy the fruits of their labor. By the end of the tour, guests will surely have unforgettable impressions of one of the most beautiful and pristine islands in Vietnam.
DETAILED ITINERARY (5 DAYS 4 NIGHTS)
DAY 1: HANOI - CITY TOUR BY MOTORBIKE (OVERNIGHT IN HANOI)
Morning: The guide and Le Travel vehicle will pick you up at Noi Bai International Airport. You will transfer to central Hanoi and check in at the hotel.
17:00: The guide will meet you at the hotel to start your journey exploring Hanoi by motorbike:
- Visit Hoan Kiem Lake: A site closely tied to the history and culture of Hanoi. You will learn about the architecture combining Vietnamese and French styles around the lake. Take photos at Ngoc Son Temple and The Huc Bridge. If you wish to visit inside Ngoc Son Temple, you can purchase a ticket on your own.
- Enjoy Trang Tien ice cream: Stop at Trang Tien ice cream shop – a famous brand that has been around for over 60 years. Here, you can taste various specialties of Hanoi ice cream.
- Stroll through the walking street: Walk along the pedestrian street (if the tour falls on a weekend) and explore the shopping and street entertainment culture of Hanoi.
- Visit the Temple of Literature - Quoc Tu Giam: You will visit Vietnam's first university, which preserves the Confucian educational values of ancient Vietnamese.
19:00: After the tour, the guide will take you out for dinner. You can choose to enjoy famous Hanoi specialties like bun cha, eel vermicelli, pho... (meal costs are self-funded).
20:30: After dinner, enjoy a double-decker bus ride to see Hanoi at night. The journey lasts about an hour and passes by famous landmarks such as:
- Dong Kinh Nghia Thuc Square
- Le Thai To Statue
- St. Joseph's Cathedral
- Hanoi Flag Tower
- Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum
- Quan Thanh Temple
- Tran Quoc Pagoda
- Cua Bac Church
- Thang Long Imperial Citadel
- Ho Chi Minh Museum
- Temple of Literature - Quoc Tu Giam
- Hoa Lo Prison Memorial
- Vietnam Women's Museum
- Hanoi Opera House
- Hanoi Post Office
21:30: After the bus tour, the guide will take you to Ta Hien Street – a famous nightlife area. Here, you can enjoy street music, sip a beer, or drink at bars that stay open all night.
Free exploration of Hanoi at night: After the itinerary ends, the guide bids farewell and lets you explore Hanoi's attractions according to your interests.
Overnight at the hotel (Guests self-fund transportation back to the hotel)
DAY 2: HANOI - NINH BINH - HALONG (BREAKFAST - LUNCH - DINNER, OVERNIGHT IN HALONG)
7:30: The Le Travel vehicle and guide will pick you up at the hotel and depart for Ninh Binh (about 2.5 hours drive).
10:30: You will visit highlighted spots:
- Bai Dinh Pagoda: The largest pagoda in Vietnam, home to the largest bronze Buddha statue in Asia.
- Bell Tower: A beautiful structure of spiritual value within the pagoda complex.
- Arhat Corridor: Walk along the long path with statues of Arhats.
12:00: Lunch at a local restaurant, enjoying Ninh Binh specialties like fried rice and goat meat.
13:30: Continue your journey to Trang An Tourism Area, where you will experience a boat ride through stunning natural caves. This is the filming location for the Hollywood movie "Kong: Skull Island," known for its majestic scenery.
16:00: After the visit, the vehicle will pick you up to continue the journey to Halong (estimated time of about 3 hours).
19:00: You will check into Lotus Halong Hotel and have dinner at the restaurant (enjoying fresh seafood).
Evening: Free to explore Halong at night; you can stroll along the beach or enjoy entertainment activities in the city.
Overnight at Lotus Halong Hotel.
DAY 3: HALONG - CAI RONG PORT - MINH CHAU (BREAKFAST - LUNCH - DINNER, OVERNIGHT ON THE ISLAND)
08:00: After breakfast at the hotel, the vehicle and guide will take you to visit:
- Quang Ninh Museum – a unique architectural work inspired by the image of coal, a prominent mineral of the mining region.
- 30/10 Square – The provincial cultural exhibition center of Quang Ninh: A place for major city activities and exhibitions. You can take photos at the most beautiful coastal road in Vietnam.
You can enjoy coffee or drinks at beachside cafes.
11:00: Check out of the hotel and have lunch at a restaurant. After that, the vehicle will take you to Cai Rong Port to board a high-speed boat to Minh Chau Island.
13:00: Board a high-speed boat to Minh Chau Island, with an estimated travel time of about 40 minutes.
14:30: Arrive at Minh Chau, check in, and enjoy free time for swimming and engaging in unique activities with local people:
- Harvesting clams and digging for sand worms.
- Experience fishing with fishermen in round boats.
18:00: Dinner at the hotel on the island, where you can freely prepare the seafood you harvested in the afternoon. Restaurant staff will assist in preparing dishes upon request.
Evening: After dinner, guests are free to explore or rent electric vehicles (self-funded) to discover Minh Chau Island at night.
Overnight at Minh Chau Island.
DAY 4: EXPLORE MINH CHAU ISLAND (BREAKFAST - LUNCH - DINNER, OVERNIGHT ON THE ISLAND)
05:00: Wake up early to catch the sunrise over Minh Chau Beach, take a walk on the fine white sand, and enjoy the fresh air.
07:00: Breakfast at the hotel. After breakfast, the guide will take you to experience clam digging – a rare specialty of Minh Chau Beach. You will learn how to harvest clams and visit local homes to see how clams are processed. You can purchase clam products directly from the source.
11:30: Lunch at the hotel.
14:00: The guide will take you on an island-hopping tour to visit highlighted spots:
- The river with white sandy banks and European meadows.
- Historical relics: Communal houses, temples, and Quan Lan Pagoda.
18:00: Dinner at the hotel. After dinner, guests are free to explore Minh Chau Island or relax at the hotel.
Overnight at Minh Chau Island.
DAY 5: MINH CHAU - CAI RONG - HANOI (BREAKFAST - LUNCH)
Morning: Wake up early to catch the sunrise, enjoy free time swimming or visit the Minh Chau Melaleuca Forest – the largest Melaleuca forest in Vietnam, an ideal place to enjoy pristine natural scenery. You can also rent electric vehicles or scooters (self-funded) to visit Eo Gio Quan Lan – the highest point of the island with stunning views.
11:00: Check out of the hotel and have lunch at a restaurant.
12:30: Board the high-speed boat back to Van Don. Estimated travel time is 40 minutes.
13:30: The vehicle will pick you up at Cai Rong Port to head back to Hanoi. On the way back, the vehicle will stop at rest stops for guests to purchase souvenirs and specialties.
19:00: Arrive in Hanoi, and the vehicle will take you back to the original meeting point. Conclude your tour program with Le Travel. The guide and driver bid farewell and look forward to seeing you on future journeys.
TOUR BOOKING INFORMATION:
Cost: Please contact us for detailed pricing information.
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You can upgrade your hotel or make special requests; please contact our sales staff for assistance.
INCLUDED IN THE TOUR COST:
- Visa to Vietnam for foreign guests (excluding the $25 fee paid to the Vietnamese government).
- Transportation: New, comfortable tourist vehicles, ensuring safety during the journey from Hanoi - Ninh Binh - Halong - Minh Chau and vice versa. Boat tickets in Trang An Ninh Binh. Round-trip high-speed boat tickets between Cai Rong and Minh Chau Island.
- Guides: Experienced and professional guides accompanying and caring for guests throughout the trip.
- Entrance fees: Entrance tickets to all tourist attractions listed in the itinerary (Bai Dinh Pagoda, Trang An, and spots on Minh Chau Island).
- Travel insurance: Maximum compensation of 20,000,000 VND per case of accident.
- Drinking water: 1 bottle of water per person per day.
NOT INCLUDED IN THE TOUR COST:
- Personal expenses: Any expenses incurred during the tour not included in the package, such as:
- Meal costs not specified in the program.
- Laundry, phone, and hotel services.
- Shopping and personal souvenirs.
- Beverages: Drinks not included in the main meal costs (e.g., soft drinks, beer, wine...).
- VAT: 10% VAT charges (if you request a receipt).
- Tips: Tips for drivers and guides ($5 per person per day).
- Additional costs due to force majeure: Due to bad weather or other reasons beyond the travel company's control (costs for rescheduling, additional services...).
NOTES:
- Health: Guests with health issues such as heart disease, high blood pressure, diabetes, or other chronic diseases should inform the guide in advance. The tour organizer is not responsible for any undisclosed or inaccurately reported health issues. Pregnant women or guests with chronic illnesses need to consult a doctor and sign a health commitment when participating in the tour.
- Itinerary Changes: The itinerary may change or be canceled depending on weather conditions, the actual situation at attractions, or requests from authorities. These changes are aimed at ensuring the safety of tourists and not affecting the travel experience.
- Refund Policy:
- Any activities or attractions in the tour that cannot be performed due to objective reasons (e.g., weather conditions, decisions from authorities...) will not be refunded.
- If guests cancel the tour or leave early for personal reasons, costs for unused activities will not be refunded.
- We will apply for a visa after the customer confirms the travel itinerary; this cost is non-refundable if the customer cancels the trip.
- Identification: Guests need to carry valid identification (ID card for Vietnamese guests, passport for international guests).
- Appropriate Clothing: For activities on the island, guests should prepare comfortable clothing and footwear suitable for beach activities and outdoor experiences like clam digging and fishing.
- Conservation Regulations: Guests are requested to comply with environmental protection and heritage conservation regulations at tourist sites and historical relics. If damage is caused at relic sites, guests will be responsible for compensation according to local regulations.
- Single Room Supplement: If a guest is traveling alone and cannot share a room with another guest, there will be a single room supplement. The company will try to arrange shared rooms, but if not possible, guests need to pay this supplement.
- Bring Personal Medications: Guests should bring personal medications (e.g., allergy medicine, cold medicine, digestive aids...) to ensure good health during the tour.
- Insurance Information: Travel insurance only covers accidents unrelated to chronic diseases or pre-existing conditions before the tour.
- Currency and Personal Spending: Shopping activities at attractions are not within the service scope of the travel company, so guests should consider carefully before making purchases.