Arrival to Hanoi, pick up and transfer to Hanoi downtown, check in hotel (check in time 2pm).
Today, we will have half day Hanoi city tour. Hanoi has always been a symbol of culture and a source of pride throughout the history, bustling Hanoi offers a charming blend of new and old. The French-colonial era has left a legacy of beautiful buildings, with the Old Quarter a fascinating area to explore on foot... Begin to the tour to Center of Vietnam’s government: Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum with Ba Dinh square where all important events of the country will be taken place here, opposite Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum is Vietnam Parliament House, and beside is President Palace. Next place is one of the most beautiful Pagoda of Hanoi name Tran Quoc pagoda on an island of Hanoi West Lake, Tran Quoc Pagoda is regarded as the most ancient pagoda in Hanoi with its history line dating back to more than 1,500 years, it is A cultural relic - A religious institute - A historical witness. Continue to Hoan Kiem Lake where is central point of Hanoi city, visit King Ly Thai To statue, learn more about history of more than 1000 years of Hanoi capital; then walk around Hanoi Old Quarter with small streets & old houses, feel friendly people with typical Vietnamese smiles offer you the true feeling of this capital city… Return to your hotel & Overnight in Hanoi.

Start our day tour to Ninh Binh province where you will come first is Trang An, take a small sampan wooden boat trip slowly rowing through serpentine streams, between the blooming mountains and valleys. The 2.5 hour rowing boat takes you to sacred sites and through some mysterious water caves (there are 3 direction options). Along the way, there are spectacular transitions as you get into a dark cave and a whole new picture appears right in front of your eyes at the exit. Follow the boat’s schedule, you can drop off the sampan boat to visit some on-land attractions. We can enjoy the fresh air, clean and clear water with underwater grass. Experience ourselves the feeling and emotion when we are in the water caves. After discovery in Trang An, we move to Hoa Lu Ancient capital situated 7km from Trang An to continue our day tour in Ninh Binh. Upon arrival, ornate temples that worship the Emperors will catch your eyes at first sight. These temples were constructed to honor King Dinh Tien Hoang, King Le Dai Hanh, and King Ly Thai To. On the site, you are told about the story of the first three centralized feudal states of Vietnam: the Ding dynasty, the Le dynasty, and the Ly dynasty. Go back to Hanoi and overnight in Hanoi

Today we leave Hanoi to Halong bay, "Dragon Descending to the Sea". Halong Bay is one of the most beautiful and impressive sights in Vietnam. Ha long Bay has twice been recognized by UNESCO as a World Natural Heritage Area for its exceptional scenic beauty and one of the world’s greatest natural wonders. Upon arrival, we will embark to a Day Cruise; Start the 5-6 hours journey to explore Halong Bay, passing through thousands of limestone islets; Arrive at Bo Hon archipelago, tour guide escorts you to visit Surprising (Sung Sot) Cave to see a lot of stalagmites and stalactites with different shapes of rock formation, then go for optional kayaking or bamboo boat rowing in Luon Cave to discover a beautiful lagoon (optional choice/own expense). Visit Titov Island, relax on the sandy beach or climb up to Titov island peak for a panoramic view of the Bay…. After enjoying Halong Bay, return to boat station and transfer back to Hanoi. Overnight in Hanoi.

Free at leisure on your own way till pick up time and transfer to airport for return flight.