General Information
Duration: 3 Days/ 2 Nights
Date: Departure date upon your request
Start/ End: Hanoi / Hanoi
Tour Customizable: Available (Tell us what you wish to do in the inquiry form)
Tour Categories: Vietnam Beach Holidays
Tour Highlight
- Experience the magic of Halong Bay long after the day-trippers have left, sleeping amidst thousands of limestone karsts under a starlit sky.
- Begin the day with a refreshing Tai Chi session on the sundeck, offering a peaceful moment of mindfulness as the bay awakens at dawn.
- Enjoy the perfect balance of flavors, transitioning from fresh-caught Vietnamese seafood on the water to an authentic, spice-rich Indian dining experience in Halong City.
- Unlike "rushed" tours, this itinerary builds in dedicated leisure time for guests to enjoy seaside cafes or a beach stroll at their own rhythm.
- Witness the soul of Northern Vietnam during the drive through the Red River Delta, observing the captivating shift from bustling city life to tranquil rice fields.
Brief Itinerary
Day 1: Hanoi – Halong Bay – Overnight Cruise (L, D)
Day 2: Halong Bay – Disembark – Coastal Leisure – Indian Dining Experience (B, D)
Day 3: Halong Bay – Hanoi (B)
Full Itinerary
Day 1: Hanoi – Halong Bay – Overnight Cruise (L, D)
In the morning, we depart from Hanoi and travel through the Red River Delta toward Halong Bay, enjoying the changing scenery from bustling city life to peaceful countryside dotted with rice fields and local villages.
Upon arrival at the harbor around noon, we board our overnight cruise and are welcomed with a refreshing drink. A delicious lunch is served as the boat begins sailing into the breathtaking seascape of Halong Bay, passing by thousands of limestone islands rising from emerald waters.
In the afternoon, we visit one of the bay’s impressive caves and enjoy kayaking through quiet lagoons, offering a closer look at this UNESCO-listed natural wonder. After returning to the cruise, we relax on the sundeck and take in the stunning sunset over the bay.
In the evening, dinner is served onboard featuring fresh Vietnamese seafood and local specialties. After dinner, guests can join optional activities such as squid fishing or simply unwind under the stars. Overnight on cruise.
Day 2: Halong Bay – Disembark – Coastal Leisure – Indian Dining Experience (B, D)
Start the day early with a Tai Chi session on the sundeck as the bay awakens. After a light breakfast, we continue cruising and visit another part of the bay, such as a floating village or hidden cave.
We return to the cruise for brunch while sailing back to the harbor. After disembarkation, we transfer to a hotel in Halong City and check in.
In the afternoon, enjoy free time at leisure. You may take a walk along the beach, relax at a seaside café, or simply enjoy the calm coastal atmosphere.
In the evening, we head out for a special culinary experience at The One Indian Halong Restaurant. Here, you will enjoy authentic Indian cuisine, rich in spices and flavors — offering a unique contrast to the Vietnamese seafood experienced earlier in the journey.
Return to the hotel and overnight in Halong.
Day 3: Halong Bay – Hanoi (B)
After breakfast at the hotel, enjoy a relaxed morning at leisure. You may take a short walk along the coastline, enjoy a coffee by the sea, or simply unwind before departure.
Late morning, we check out and begin the journey back to Hanoi by private vehicle. Along the way, take in the peaceful rural landscapes once again.
Arrive in Hanoi in the afternoon. Trip ends. Thanks for choosing our vietnam vacation packages!
