8D7N Mai Chau Pu Luong Retreat Ninh Binh Halong Bay Tour
Hanoi – Mai Chau – Pu Luong – Trang An – Mua Cave - Halong Bay - Hanoi
- 8 days 7 nights
- Hanoi
- Hanoi
Overview
Discover Northern Vietnam's Wonders - 8D7N. Explore the natural beauty and cultural highlights of northern Vietnam on this 8-day adventure. Venture through traditional Thai villages and lush landscapes in Mai Chau and Pu Luong. Cruise the Tam Coc River in Ninh Binh, surrounded by towering limestone cliffs. Cap your journey with a luxurious 2-day cruise through the stunning scenery of Halong Bay. Stay in eco-friendly accommodations and immerse yourself in authentic local experiences throughout this small-group tour.
Arrival/Departure Locations
- Hanoi/ Hanoi
Service Included
- Accommodation in shared double or twin room at hotels selected. (If you have 3 pax , you can stay at Triple rooms)
- Transfer by private air-conditioned vehicle with good condition as per program
- English/ Mandarin speaking guide except during time at leisure.
- Entry fees for all sightseeing as mentioned on the program.
- Private cabin in Halong Bay
- Meals as mentioned on the program
- Drinking water : 02 bottles / per day/ per pax ( 1 bottle = 500ml)
Service Excluded
- Visa for Vietnam
- International flights, Domestic Flight
- Single Supplement ( if client wants to stay at single room)
- Drinks, personal expenses and all services not clearly mentioned.
- Tipping for tourguides and drivers ( Should be : 3 usd / per tourists per day for group from 2-10 pax , 5 usd / per tourist / per day for group under 10 pax)
- Early Check in ( Before 2.00 p.m) and Late Check Out ( after 12.00 p.m)
- Subcharge for national holidays ( 30.04 , 01.05 , 24.12, New Year , Chinese New Year )
Tour highlights
Beach
Car
Cruise
Mountain
Fishing
Caves
Gastronomy
Cooking class
Temple
Historical sites
Tour details
Day 1: Hanoi Arrival ( Dinner )
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Upon arrival, your tour guide and driver will welcome you and transfer you to Hanoi City. Take some time to explore the old city of Hanoi, visit Hoan Kiem Lake, and St. Joseph Cathedral. Check-in at the hotel and enjoy some free time. In the evening, enjoy international buffet dinner at lotus restaurant – one the the best and biggest restaurant in Hanoi.. Overnight in Hanoi
- International Buffet Dinner included
Day 2: Hanoi – Mai Chau – Pu Luong ( Breakfast/ Lunch/ Dinner )
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After having a breakfast in hotel and check out, Tourguide and driver will pick up and transfer to Mai Chau. Along the way, capture the breathtaking landscapes that unfold before you. Upon arrival in Lac Village, enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant.
Immerse yourself in the tranquil beauty of Mai Chau as you observe farmers tending to lush paddy fields and locals weaving intricate scarves. Discover the charm of peaceful villages adorned with Traditional stilt houses. Delve into the rich culture of the minority people and uncover their ancient customs and traditions. Keep an eye out for vibrant green parrots in the dense forest!
Continue your adventure to Pu Luong. Upon arrival, check in at the hotel and unwind. Relish a sumptuous dinner at a local restaurant.
Overnight in Pu Luong.
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner included
Day 3: Pu Luong Full Day ( Breakfast/ Lunch/ Dinner )
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After a delightful breakfast, set off to Kho Muong Village, an isolated gem inhabited by the Thai people. Explore the village and conquer the impressive Bat Cave (Kho Muong Cave), the largest cave and waterfall in Pu Luong. Next, journey to the stunning Hieu Waterfall. Enjoy a delectable lunch at a local restaurant by the waterfall, then take time to marvel at its natural beauty. Visit Lan Village, a handicraft hub home to over 100 Thai families. Stroll through the village, visit farmlands, and meet the warm and welcoming locals. Witness their daily lives and traditional brocade sewing. Engage with the artisans and perhaps take home a unique souvenir. Return to your hotel in the late afternoon to relax. Enjoy dinner at a local restaurant. Overnight in Pu Luong.
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner included
Day 4: Pu Luong– Ninh Binh ( Breakfast/ Lunch/ Dinner )
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Begin your day with breakfast at the hotel before embarking on a picturesque walk through Don Village’s lush valley. The gentle path winds through vast terraced fields, offering stunning views at every turn. Discover Uoi Hamlet, a quaint settlement nestled at the base of a towering mountain. Capture unforgettable photos of this enchanting landscape. Return to the hotel for check out, then enjoy lunch at a local restaurant. After lunch , transfer to Ninh Binh. Upon Tam Coc , Check in the hotel. Have dinner at local restaurant. Overnight in Tam Coc.
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner included
Day 5: Tam Coc - Trang An – Mua Cave - Hanoi (Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner)
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Breakfast at the hotel, check out and then we will departure to visit Trang An Scenic Landscape complex was recognized as an UNESCO World Cultural and Natural Heritage site, take an amazing sampan trip rowing along the small canel with scenic mountain and green fields landscape. The sampan trip ( small boat ) takes you to discover the cave systerm of Trang An as Ba Giot Cave, Nau Ruou cave, Sang Cave, Toi Cave, the rivers and the scenery of limestone mountain - Halong bay on land. The sampan also drops us to visit the temple of Vietnamese King Tran in the center of the World Cultural and natural heritage Trang An.
Have lunch in local restaurant close by, drive along the beautiful way with the high mountain ranks both side to Hang Mua Cave. Spend time to clim up to the the top of the mountain Hang Mua. From the top you can see overview Tam Coc and Ninh Binh’s stunning countryside. Drive to Halong City. Check in the hotel. Free and easy.
Have dinner at local restaurant. Overnight in Halong City.
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner included
Day 6: Halong Bay ( Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
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Have satisfying breakfast. Free and easy until 11:00 AM. Check out hotel then we will make our way to the tourist boat harbor of Halong Bay
With its jutting limestone islands and sparkling turquoise waters, Halong Bay is among the most popular tourism destinations in Vietnam. It is also voted as one of seven World Natural Wonders and UNESCO World Heritage Site. Upon arrival, embark and being welcomed by our cruise team. Check-in your private cabin and get relaxing before enjoying an amazing lunch at the crew restaurant by the bay. The lunch served with fresh seafood onboard as we sail out into the New 7 Wonders of the World, Halong bay. In the afternoon, we sail around some thousand limestone islands of the bay Halong. Along the way we will stop to visit one of the most beautiful caves on the bay and enjoy swimming on sheltered white-sand beach by the island. Return to the cruise and sail somewhere in the middle of islands for sleeping. Relax and enjoy sunset falling down to the world heritage site Halong from the sundeck of the cruise. Have dinner and overnight on board.
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner included
Day 7: Halong bay – Hanoi ( Breakfast, Brunch, Dinner)
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Wake up in the morning for Tai Chi on the sundeck or simply enjoy the sunrise over the bay’s towering islands. Enjoy a light breakfast with a cup of tea or café before taking sampan or Kayaking to visit Luon Cave. Return to the cruise for check out your cabin as you navigate back to Halong City. It’s time for you to take advantage of the sundeck and admire the amazing rock formations of the bay. Have brunch on board the boat before returning to Halong harbor. Our driver will pick you up and transfer back Hanoi for
check-in. Free and easy at your hotel. Have dinner at local restaurant. Overnight in Hanoi
- Breakfast, Brunch, Dinner included
Day 8: Hanoi Departure ( Breakfast )
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Breakfast at the hotel, Free and easy until check out ( checkout time before 12.00 PM) and transfer to the airport for flight home sweet home. End of our services.
- Breakfast included
Children Policy:
- Under 3 years ( Parents will pay if anywhere request for fee): free of charge
- Child from 11 years (Share Room with 1 Adult): 100% adult fare
- Child from 3-10 years (Share Room with 1 Adult): 100% adult fare
- Child from 3-10 years (with extra bed): 90% adult fare
- Child from 2 - 10 years ( without extra bed): 75% adult fare