Tour Highlights & Inclusions

• 4 days and 3 nights discovering Hanoi, Ha Long Bay and Ninh Binh in Northern Vietnam
• Three nights in a proposed standard 4-star Hanoi hotel or similar, with buffet breakfast
• Return flight tickets and government tax listed under package inclusions
• Arrival and departure transfers through Noi Bai International Airport; driver-only service specified for Days 1 and 4
• Sightseeing transport with a guide and driver on the Ha Long Bay and Ninh Binh days
• Day 2 excursion from Hanoi to Ha Long City, a journey estimated at 160 km and around 3.5 hours in the brochure
• A 4-hour Ha Long Bay shared cruise on a wooden-junk boat; not an overnight cruise or private charter
• The itinerary names Sung Sot Cave, Titop Island, Dog Island, Ga Choi and Sail Islands; exact landing and viewing stops are subject to the cruise route
• Seafood lunch served on board during the Ha Long Bay cruise
• Free time for browsing and shopping in Hanoi Old Quarter after the Ha Long excursion
• Day 3 excursion to the limestone scenery and waterways of Ninh Binh, often described in the brochure as “Ha Long Bay on land”
• Two-hour small-boat sightseeing excursion with Tam Coc or Trang An as alternative routes, not both guaranteed
• The Tam Coc description includes Ngo Dong River, Van Lam, rice fields, limestone peaks and three caves
• Visit the historic Hoa Lu Ancient Capital area and old temples dedicated to Dinh and Le rulers
• Lunch at a local restaurant on the Ninh Binh excursion day
• Return to the Hanoi hotel each evening; no hotel change between destinations
• Water Puppet Show and Hanoi sightseeing appear in the brochure inclusion list but are not assigned a time in the day-by-day itinerary; please confirm before promising these experiences
• Government tax and sightseeing entrance fees as identified in the brochure; any highway surcharge is listed as excluded

Day-by-Day Hanoi, Ha Long Bay & Ninh Binh Tour Itinerary

Day 1 – Noi Bai International Airport • Hanoi Arrival • Hotel Check-in (Meals not specified)

• Arrive at Noi Bai International Airport in Hanoi.
• Meet the driver for the arrival transfer. The daily itinerary expressly says “Driver Only” for Day 1.
• Proceed to Hanoi and check in at the proposed hotel, subject to the hotel’s standard check-in time.
• Enjoy free time at the hotel or at leisure; no specific arrival-day sightseeing is scheduled.
• Overnight in Hanoi. The brochure does not provide a Day 1 meal code or identify an included arrival-day meal.

Day 2 – Hanoi • Ha Long Bay 4-Hour Sharing Cruise • Hanoi Old Quarter (B/L)

• Enjoy breakfast at the hotel, then depart with the guide and driver for Ha Long Bay.
• Travel approximately 160 km, described in the brochure as around a 3.5-hour drive, with a rest stop en route.
• Board a wooden-junk boat for the scheduled 4-hour shared Ha Long Bay cruise. This is not a private boat charter or overnight cruise.
• The printed sightseeing route names Sung Sot Cave, Titop Island, Dog Island, Ga Choi and Sail Islands; please verify which locations will be landed at or viewed from the boat.
• Enjoy the seafood lunch described as served on board.
• Disembark after the cruise and return overland to Hanoi.
• Enjoy free time and shopping around Hanoi Old Quarter as described in the itinerary, subject to return time.
• Overnight in Hanoi. Meals indicated: Breakfast and Lunch (B/L).

Day 3 – Hanoi • Ninh Binh • Tam Coc or Trang An • Hoa Lu Ancient Capital (B/L)

• Have breakfast at the Hanoi hotel and travel to Ninh Binh with the guide and driver.
• Discover the limestone landscapes often described as “Ha Long Bay on land”.
• Take the scheduled approximately two-hour small-boat outing on a selected Tam Coc or Trang An route; the source lists these as alternatives.
• For the Tam Coc route, the brochure describes the Ngo Dong River from Van Lam, rice paddies, limestone towers and travel through three natural caves. Do not assume the same river/cave itinerary if Trang An is selected.
• Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant.
• Explore Hoa Lu, the former Vietnamese capital associated with the Dinh and Early Le dynasties.
• Visit the historic temples dedicated to Dinh Tien Hoang and the succeeding Le rulers, as described in the brochure.
• Return to Hanoi for the third overnight stay. Meals indicated: Breakfast and Lunch (B/L).

Day 4 – Hanoi • Noi Bai International Airport Departure (B)

• Enjoy hotel buffet breakfast before checking out, subject to the flight departure time.
• Transfer to Noi Bai International Airport with driver-only service, as specified in the daily itinerary.
• Board the confirmed departure flight and conclude the four-day Northern Vietnam programme.
• The brochure does not schedule additional sightseeing or guide service on the departure day.

Schedules and cruise/boat operations depend on confirmed flights, weather, water conditions, local access and the final tour operator’s arrangements.

Signature Northern Vietnam Experiences

• Cruise through Ha Long Bay by shared wooden-junk boat while enjoying distinctive karst-island scenery.
• Discover the Sung Sot Cave and Titop Island locations named in the cruise programme, subject to final landing arrangements.
• Enjoy a seafood lunch on board during the four-hour Ha Long Bay excursion.
• Spend leisure time exploring the streets, shops and local character of Hanoi Old Quarter.
• Experience the dramatic limestone scenery of Ninh Binh from a small boat on the confirmed Tam Coc or Trang An route.
• Enjoy views of rice fields and limestone formations on the Tam Coc landscape described in the brochure.
• Learn about early Vietnamese dynasties at Hoa Lu and its historic Dinh and Le temples.
• Stay in Hanoi all three nights while visiting Ha Long Bay and Ninh Binh on separate day excursions.

Proposed Accommodation

Hanoi: 3 Nights – Chalceony Hotel / Hanoi Boutique or Similar

Hotel Category: Standard 4-Star or Similar, as stated in the brochure

Sharing Basis: Double, Twin or Triple Sharing

Meal Plan: Hotel buffet breakfast; further meals only as marked or confirmed in the final itinerary

Hotel names are proposed alternatives, not confirmed reservations. Actual property, classification, room allocation and availability require written confirmation.

Package Inclusions

• Return flight tickets, as expressly included in the brochure. Airline, route, checked baggage and travel dates are not provided.
• Government tax as listed in the source inclusion column; exact tax treatment to confirm in the written quote.
• Three nights of Hanoi hotel accommodation, proposed at standard 4-star or similar, on double, twin or triple sharing basis.
• Hotel buffet breakfast on Days 2, 3 and 4.
• Specified lunches on Days 2 and 3, including the seafood lunch described on the Ha Long Bay cruise.
• Airport–hotel–airport transfers; the arrival and departure day narratives specify driver-only service.
• Sightseeing transfers with a driver and guide on Days 2 and 3.
• English-/Chinese-speaking guide arrangements as listed; requested language and coverage must be confirmed.
• Four-hour Ha Long Bay sharing cruise on a wooden-junk boat.
• Ninh Binh small-boat or sampan excursion on a confirmed Tam Coc or Trang An route.
• Visits and admission fees for sightseeing specified in the confirmed itinerary.
• Hanoi sightseeing and a Water Puppet Show are named in the general inclusions, but the day-by-day programme does not schedule them; exact entitlement and time need confirmation.

Package Exclusions & Items to Confirm

• Early hotel check-in and late check-out.
• Dinners and any other meals or drinks not specifically identified in the confirmed daily programme.
• Guide and driver tipping, listed as excluded in the brochure.
• Visa fees or visa applications, if applicable to the traveller’s passport.
• Highway surcharge, expressly listed under exclusions.
• Optional tours and services not specifically mentioned in the final itinerary.
• Personal expenses, including drinks at meals, shopping, laundry and other incidentals.
• Any extras or admission fees beyond the sites and boat services expressly confirmed in the final quotation.
• Travel insurance is not listed in the source inclusion list; confirm arrangements and coverage separately.

Important Tour Information

• This is a four-day, three-night Hanoi-based tour, not a Ha Long Bay overnight cruise or an overnight stay in Ninh Binh.
• Hotel proposal: Chalceony Hotel / Hanoi Boutique or similar. These are unconfirmed examples, and the final property and room class depend on availability.
• Return flight tickets and government tax are included in the brochure, but airline, flight numbers, baggage and the exact tax breakdown are not supplied.
• The Day 1 arrival and Day 4 departure narratives specifically say driver-only transfers. The broader inclusion referring to English-/Chinese-speaking guides should not override that exception.
• Days 2 and 3 have driver and guide touring. Whether the guide speaks English or Chinese and how languages are assigned must be confirmed.
• Day 2 is a 4-hour Ha Long Bay sharing cruise. Private boat charter and overnight cruise services are not stated.
• The brochure names Sung Sot Cave, Titop Island, Dog Island, Ga Choi and Sail Islands, but does not distinguish landing stops from scenic pass-bys; verify with the boat operator.
• Ha Long Bay road travel is estimated in the PDF at about 160 km or 3.5 hours each way. Actual driving time can differ with traffic and breaks.
• The Day 3 small-boat experience is Tam Coc OR Trang An, not both. The described Ngo Dong River, Van Lam and three-cave route is associated with the Tam Coc option.
• The inclusion list says “Sampan boat on Hoa Lu”, while the daily narrative places the boat outing in the Tam Coc or Trang An portion of the Ninh Binh day. Confirm the actual route.
• The inclusion list mentions a Water Puppet Show and Hanoi sightseeing. Neither receives a dedicated slot in the four daily descriptions; do not treat the show as scheduled until reconfirmed.
• The inclusion column says “Halfboard” although the daily programme shows Day 2 (B/L), Day 3 (B/L), Day 4 (B) and no meals for Day 1. Confirm whether any further meals are supplied.
• The general sightseeing and entrance-fee wording should be reconciled with actual boat, cave, temple and show admission entitlements.
• Tipping and highway surcharges are listed as excluded even though government tax is listed as included.
• The source PDF provides no fixed flight schedule, confirmed departure dates, tour selling price or guaranteed room reservation.
• Ha Long Bay cruising, cave access and Ninh Binh boating are subject to weather, water conditions, local rules and operator arrangements.
• The brochure does not specify accessible routes, wheelchair facilities or assistance for boat boarding; ask for an individual suitability assessment.
• The source contact email and mobile phone are brochure references. Verify current corporate contact details before publishing.
• The supplied PDF was checked for link annotations, and no unrelated external hyperlinks were added to the published page.

Why Book With Reliance Premier Travel?

• Malaysia-based travel agency providing Northern Vietnam tour enquiries, quotation assistance and booking coordination.
• Help arranging the Hanoi hotel, flight component, airport transfers and guided Ha Long Bay and Ninh Binh sightseeing.
• Support clarifying sharing-cruise operations, Tam Coc versus Trang An routing and available guide languages.
• Assistance reconciling the brochure’s show, meal, tax and surcharge wording before confirming a booking.
• A current written quotation based on the selected travel dates and party size.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is the 4D3N Hanoi, Ha Long Bay and Ninh Binh tour?

It is a four-day, three-night Hanoi-based holiday with a four-hour shared Ha Long Bay cruise on Day 2 and a Ninh Binh excursion on Day 3.

How long is the tour?

Four days and three nights.

Where do travellers stay overnight?

All three hotel nights are scheduled in Hanoi.

Do guests spend a night on a Ha Long Bay cruise?

No. The brochure specifies a four-hour sharing cruise and a return to the Hanoi hotel on Day 2.

Is there an overnight stay in Ninh Binh?

No. Ninh Binh is a Day 3 excursion, with a return to Hanoi that evening.

Which destinations does the itinerary cover?

Hanoi, Ha Long Bay and Ninh Binh, including the Hoa Lu historic area and a selected Tam Coc or Trang An boat route.

Is this a 2026–2027 tour package?

The uploaded brochure is for the 2026–2027 period, but it does not print fixed departure dates or a guaranteed price.

Are return flight tickets included?

Yes. Return flight tickets are expressly listed in the brochure’s inclusions; the airline, route, baggage and dates are not supplied.

Does the package include government tax?

Government tax is listed as included. The exact tax breakdown should be confirmed in the written quotation.

Is the highway surcharge included?

No. A highway surcharge is listed among the exclusions.

Does the PDF state a flight schedule?

No flight numbers, routing, timetable or baggage allowance appear in the source.

Which airport is used in Hanoi?

The itinerary names Noi Bai International Airport for arrival and departure.

Are airport transfers included?

Yes. Airport–hotel–airport transfers are listed among inclusions.

Will a guide meet guests at Hanoi Airport?

The Day 1 itinerary specifies a driver-only airport welcome and transfer, rather than an accompanying guide.

Is a guide provided on departure day?

Day 4 also specifies driver-only transport to Noi Bai Airport.

Is an English-speaking guide available?

The brochure lists English-/Chinese-speaking guides for tour excursions; confirm the requested language and its coverage before booking.

Are sightseeing transfers provided?

Yes. The brochure includes tour excursion transfers, with guide and driver on the Ha Long Bay and Ninh Binh days.

Are airport transfers private?

The PDF promises arranged airport transfers but does not explicitly specify the vehicle’s exclusive-use status. Confirm the exact transfer terms.

Which Hanoi hotels are proposed?

Chalceony Hotel and Hanoi Boutique, or similar, are the hotel options listed in the brochure.

Does the package use four-star hotels?

The brochure describes the accommodation as standard 4-star or similar, subject to final hotel assignment.

Can travellers request double, twin or triple rooms?

The accommodation basis lists double, twin and triple sharing. Actual room allocation depends on confirmation.

Is breakfast included?

Yes. Hotel buffet breakfast is included; breakfast is indicated on Days 2, 3 and 4.

How many lunches are shown in the daily programme?

Two lunches are indicated, on Days 2 and 3.

Is the Ha Long Bay seafood lunch included?

Yes. A seafood lunch on board is described on Day 2.

Are dinners included?

No dinners are identified in the daily programme, although the inclusion column also uses the word “Halfboard”. Reconfirm the exact meal entitlements.

Is the package half-board?

The general inclusions say “Halfboard”, but the daily itinerary specifically marks three breakfasts and two lunches. Request a reconciled meal plan before payment.

Are drinks with meals included?

Drinks at meals and other non-specified beverages are listed as excluded.

What happens on Day 1?

Arrive at Noi Bai Airport, meet the driver, transfer to Hanoi, check in at the hotel and enjoy free time.

Is there an included city tour on arrival day?

The Day 1 itinerary only schedules arrival, hotel transfer and free time.

What happens on Day 2?

Transfer to Ha Long Bay, take a four-hour shared wooden-junk cruise, enjoy onboard seafood lunch and return to Hanoi for Old Quarter leisure time.

How far is Ha Long Bay from Hanoi according to the brochure?

The PDF estimates about 160 km and a drive of approximately 3.5 hours.

Is the Ha Long Bay boat a sharing cruise?

Yes. The Day 2 heading explicitly says “sharing cruise”.

How long is the Ha Long Bay cruise?

Four hours according to both the day-by-day itinerary and the package inclusions.

Is a private Ha Long Bay junk boat included?

No private charter is specified; the brochure describes a sharing cruise.

Which Ha Long Bay sights are named?

Sung Sot Cave, Titop Island, Dog Island, Ga Choi and Sail Islands are named in the Day 2 programme.

Is Sung Sot Cave scheduled?

Yes. Sung Sot Cave is named, although the final cave entry and boat stopping arrangement should be verified.

Is Titop Island included?

Titop Island is listed in the cruise route; the exact stop and landing arrangements must be confirmed.

Does the cruise pass Dog Island and Ga Choi?

The brochure names Dog Island and Ga Choi in the planned sightseeing sequence, but does not say which islands are landed at versus viewed from the boat.

Can travellers shop in Hanoi Old Quarter?

Yes. Free time and shopping around Hanoi Old Quarter are described after returning from Ha Long Bay, subject to arrival time.

Is the Water Puppet Show included?

A Water Puppet Show is listed in the general inclusion section but is not scheduled in the day-by-day itinerary. Confirm the ticket and performance time before booking.

Is a dedicated Hanoi city tour included?

Hanoi sightseeing is mentioned generally in the inclusions, while the daily programme only specifies Old Quarter free time. Confirm the exact city-tour stops.

What happens on Day 3?

The tour travels from Hanoi to Ninh Binh for a small-boat outing, local lunch, Hoa Lu history and Dinh/Le temple visits, then returns to Hanoi.

Is Ninh Binh called “Ha Long Bay on land”?

Yes. The brochure uses the phrase to describe Ninh Binh’s limestone landscapes.

Does the tour visit Tam Coc or Trang An?

The Day 3 itinerary gives Tam Coc OR Trang An Complex as alternatives. Confirm which route will operate.

Are both Tam Coc and Trang An boat rides included?

No. The source offers them as alternate routes; it does not promise both on the same day.

How long is the Ninh Binh small-boat excursion?

The brochure describes a two-hour excursion.

Is the Ngo Dong River part of the trip?

The brochure describes a Tam Coc route on the Ngo Dong River. If Trang An is selected, the actual waterways and caves will differ.

Will we see three natural caves on the boat trip?

The three-cave description is associated with the Tam Coc outing in the brochure. It should not be guaranteed for an alternative Trang An route.

What is Hoa Lu Ancient Capital?

Hoa Lu is the former capital area visited on Day 3, associated in the brochure with the Dinh and Le dynasties.

Are the Dinh and Le temples included?

Yes. The Day 3 itinerary mentions temples dedicated to Dinh Tien Hoang and the succeeding Le rulers.

Is a sampan boat included?

A sampan boat is listed under the general inclusions; the exact Tam Coc or Trang An boat route should be confirmed.

Is the Ninh Binh boat excursion suitable for non-swimmers?

The PDF does not state safety arrangements for non-swimmers or life-jacket provisions. Ask the operator before booking.

Are the Ha Long and Ninh Binh excursions suitable for seniors?

The itinerary includes road journeys, boat boarding and attraction visits; accessibility and walking requirements are not specified and should be reviewed individually.

Can families with children join?

The itinerary may appeal to families, but the brochure does not specify child-age restrictions or boat safety requirements. Confirm with the operator.

Are vegetarian, halal or special meals guaranteed?

The brochure mentions Vietnamese, Chinese and seafood meals but does not guarantee any special dietary menu. Arrange requirements in advance.

Are sightseeing tickets included?

The general inclusion table lists sightseeing and entrance fees. Exact cave, temple, boat and show entitlements should be itemised in the confirmed quotation.

Is tipping included?

No. Tipping is explicitly excluded.

Is a visa included?

No. Visa costs are excluded if a visa is required for the traveller.

Is travel insurance included?

Travel insurance is not listed as included; confirm separate cover and premium before travel.

Are early check-in and late check-out included?

No. Both are expressly excluded.

Can bad weather affect the cruise and boat tour?

Yes. Cruise and small-boat operations depend on local weather, water conditions, safety instructions and operator decisions.

Does the brochure show a fixed package price?

No. It asks travellers to request a current price subject to seat availability and seasonality.

How can I book the Hanoi, Ha Long Bay and Ninh Binh tour?

Contact Reliance Premier Travel with travel dates, party size and room-sharing requirements to receive a written quotation.

What details should I confirm before paying?

Confirm flight and tax details, guide language, hotel, sharing-cruise stops, Tam Coc versus Trang An routing, Water Puppet Show, meals, highway surcharge, visa, tipping and insurance.

Contact & Booking Enquiries

Reliance Premier Travel – Hanoi, Ha Long Bay & Ninh Binh Tour Enquiries & Reservations

Address (as printed in brochure): L2-02 & L3-02 Netizen Residensi (next to MRT), Bandar Tun Hussein Onn, Cheras 43200 Selangor, Malaysia
Tel: +603-8326 5099
Brochure WhatsApp: +60 12-821 8326
Brochure Email: reliancepremiertravel7@gmail.com