Northern Vietnam Itinerary | Ha Long – Ninh Binh – Pu Luong – Mai Chau| 6 days 5 nights Travel package

• 7:45 – 8:15: Get picked up from your hotel.
• 8:15 ~ 11:30: Follow the newest highway connecting Hanoi and Ha Long.
• then passengers will be welcomed by receptionist at cruise's waiting lounge.
• 11:30 – 12:00: After taking a rest, our high speed tender will transfer you to the main cruise  (Around 25 minutes).
•  Get onboard and warmly welcome from  crew team with welcome drink.
• After that, you will be given a short briefing about  Cruise and safety guideline at our restaurant. Complete the check-in procedure and check-into private cabins.
• 13:00: Enjoy a lunch in the restaurant. Cruise start to depart for the voyage to discover the Ha Long Bay and Lan Ha Bay.

• 15:45: Visit the Ba Trai Dao area and the natural lagoon of Lan Ha Bay – this area includes the beach breaths a romantic atmosphere and three smaller islets like three giant peaches on the sea. You can join with our activities such as: kayaking, swimming, sightseeing and explore the Ba Trai Dao area.
• (In unfavorable weather conditions, to ensure the safety of our guest, this destination would be change into Dark and Bright cave- famous for the pristine natural beauty and poetic, attractive seascape of Lan Ha Bay. You can join with our activities such as: kayaking, sightseeing on the   bamboo boat, … - This is the best time for you to enjoy bamboo boats or swimming which is an interesting activity to discover the truest beauty of the stunning limestone structure and the blue sky of Lan Ha Bay).

• 17:30 – 18:30: Come back to our cruise and enjoy the pre-dinner sunset party with Happy Hour Promotion (buy 1 get 1 free with some kinds of drinks) at the bar while watching the view of the bay at sunset.

• 18:00: Join a cooking demonstration, our chef will guide you how to make some simple signature Vietnamese dishes.
• 19:30: Enjoy special seafood and typical Vietnamese food on the cruise.
• 21:00: Evening entertainment: Squid fishing, karaoke… Overnight on the Cruise.

• 6:15: Wake up early, join the Tai Chi session on sundeck area, enjoy the fresh atmosphere and watch the sunrise in Lan Ha Bay.
• 7:00 – 7:45: Have breakfast. Admit morning view of bay’s landscape with a cup of tea or coffee.
• 08:00: Stroke the stunning views of the Bay and it’s dramatic limestone islets
• Visit the famous Tra Bau, it’s time for freely kayak and explore the landscape, or swim...

• 09:00: Back to your cabin, relax and check carefully all the luggage before leaving your cabin.
• 09:30: Check-out and enjoy a fantastic cruise on the bay for room service. Complete check out procedure and enjoy your brunch at cruise.
• 10:30: Enjoy the brunch at restaurant.
• 11:30: Disembark at Tuan Chau harbor then a private car's driver pick up you there to go to Ninh Binh
• * Because of cruising conditions, the program may be changed slightly due to specific weather or tide conditions without prior notice to visitors. Wi-Fi is available although internet connectivity is limited due to the geography of Ha Long

• 16:30 : Upon arrival in Ninh Binh, check in and rest then have dinner

• 19:00: It's time for dinner, followed by a good night's sleep in the comfort of your own private room accommodation.

• 8:00: Breakfast time
• 9:00: Explore the Hoa Lu ancient capital, where the Dinh and Le Temples were constructed to honor the memory of the two kings of Dai Viet (the former name of Vietnam), Dinh Tien Hoang (Dinh Bo Linh) and Le Dai Hanh (Le Hoan), in the 10th century. Ninh Binh was the capital of the country during their reign, which is why they selected this location to pay homage to the significant achievements of these two monarchs.
• 10:00: Participating in the Trang An boat tour is undoubtedly the most popular tourist activity in Ninh Binh Province. Visitors from all corners of the world travel here to appreciate the caves and temples while leisurely cruising along the serene waterway. The limestone mountains rising from the water produce a remarkable and stunning landscape, which explains why so many people are enamored with this location.

• 12:00 : It's time to have lunch.

• 14:00: Discover the captivating Mua caves viewpoint, which has gained popularity as one of the most alluring tourist destinations in Ninh Binh and is situated in the karst surroundings of the region. Ninh Binh boasts many other breathtaking tourist attractions, particularly in the Trang An scenic complex. Among the many places in this complex, there is one that stands out.

• 19:00: It's time for dinner, followed by a good night's sleep in the comfort of your own private room accommodation. Overnight in Ninh Binh

• 8:00: Breakfast time at Ninh Binh
• 8:45 : Embark on a scenic about 140km journey from Ninh Binh to Pu Luong.
• 11:30: Arrive at Pu Luong homestay and check-in to your accommodation.
• 11:30 – 12:00: Have lunch with local delicious food and enjoy some free time to acquaint yourself with the villages.

Afternoon

• 13:00 : Trek 6 Kms (3 hours) inside the Pu Luong Nature Reserve ( Trails and trek is suitable for everyone) . Follow the small roads through the rice terraces to visit the remote rural villages of Black Thai Minorities to discover the local lifestyle and explore Kho Muong local Cave which is the largest natural unspoiled cave in Pu Luong. Definitely you will be surprised at its beauty

At night

• 19:30: Enjoy dinner with new delicious dishes and cooking lessons
• 21:00: Time to rest after an active day and do the overnight in Pu Luong

• 7: 30 : Have breakfast at Homestay. Enjoying the breathtaking view from the lodge
• 8:30: Board the car to the trekking point and start a medium or easy trek. From there, follow the small road, trail through the rice fields and do Bamboo Rafting on the river and see local giant water wheels that will definitely be a feeling of enjoyment.

• Board to the car, you'll visit Hieu Village and begin a moderate or easy trek. Follow the small road and trails through the stunning rice terraces, jungle, and surrounding landscape to reach Hieu Waterfall. Take a refreshing dip in the cool waters of the waterfall and immerse yourself in the beauty of nature.

• 12:00: Time for Lunch
•  14:00: Depart from Pu Luong to Mai Chau
• 15:00: One of the highlights of our tour is the opportunity to explore the remote villages of Mai Chau by bike. We'll ride through the stunning valley, taking in the natural beauty of the rice fields, mountains, and bamboo forests, while also learning about the local culture of the ethnic minority Thai people.

• We'll visit the Lac, Pom Coong, and Na Phon villages, where you'll have the chance to interact with the locals and observe their traditional way of life. You can explore the traditional stilt houses, and observe local artisans weaving textiles.17:00 : Return to your stay for a relax or help preparing the evening meal to learn about the local food and culture

• 08:30: Have breakfast at Mai Chau. Enjoying cool morning atmosphere of Mai Chau
• 09:00 – 11h:30: Walking to visit the local town market and hiking to visit the Chieu cave. To get to Chieu Cave you must climb a staggering 1,200 stone steps, but once you arrive at its mouth you will be glad you made the effort. Filled with impressive stone structures, “Hang Chiều'' – Thai tribal language, is a name given to the cave by local people, means magnificent when the sun fills the cave with sparkling jewels of reflected light.
• 12h30: Time for lunch in the homestay and relax then going back to Ha Noi in the afternoon.
• 14:30-15:00: Board the bus to go back Ha Noi
• 18:00-18:30: Arrive in Ha Noi, drop off at your hotel in HaNoi Old Quarter.Thank you for using our service.