DAY 1: Ha Long – Natural Wonder of the World

Your journey begins with a private limousine pickup from your Hanoi hotel at 7:30 AM, setting the tone of comfort and exclusivity. As the city slowly fades behind, the road carries you across the Red River Delta toward the legendary Ha Long Bay. Upon boarding your luxury cruise, the emerald waters and towering limestone karsts rise into view like a living masterpiece. Lunch is freshly prepared and served on deck, allowing you to savor the day’s catch while the scenery drifts gracefully past.

The afternoon invites you to choose your pace of discovery - unwind on the sun deck, swim in the bay’s calm embrace, or paddle a kayak into hidden lagoons where silence and nature reign. Later, step ashore to explore Ha Long City, its waterfront alive with light, color, and the aroma of night markets. Dinner is a coastal celebration of seafood, delicately crafted to perfection.

As evening falls, recline in your limousine for the return to Hanoi. The capital’s warm lights greet you, and by 21:30 you arrive at your hotel - a sanctuary of comfort after a day steeped in extraordinary natural beauty. Settle in for a restful night, preparing yourself for the journey that awaits tomorrow.

DAY 2: Ninh Binh – Natural Beauty & Cultural Heritage

This morning, journey south to the emerald landscapes of Ninh Binh, often called “Ha Long Bay on land”. Your exploration begins at Hoa Lu, the ancient capital, where solemn temples dedicated to the Dinh and Le kings whisper stories of Vietnam’s earliest dynasties. Continue to Bich Dong Pagoda, a sanctuary built into the mountainside, where stone steps lead you to tiered shrines and tranquil grottoes.

Lunch is a feast of Ninh Binh specialties - succulent mountain goat, crispy rice, and seasonal delicacies that embody the region’s terroir. In the afternoon, a hand-rowed sampan glides you across jade-green waters of Trang An (or Tam Coc, should you choose), weaving through caves and past timeless temples hidden among karsts.

Later, ascend the 500 steps to Mua Cave Peak, where sweeping panoramas of rice fields and limestone valleys reward your climb. A leisurely cycle through tranquil villages follows, where the warmth of local smiles reveals the rhythm of rural life.

As the sun sets, indulge in a refined dinner in Hoa Lu Ancient Town - countryside flavors elevated with elegant presentation. The evening continues with a peaceful wander along the riverside, where vibrant nightlife mingles with historic landmarks to reveal the city’s nocturnal charm. Finally, recline in your limousine, enjoying favorite Hollywood blockbusters as night settles over the countryside. By 21:30, you return to your Hanoi hotel - the journey drawing to a graceful close, yet its memories destined to linger.