Day 1: Hanoi Arrival. Explore the Old Quarter, visit the Temple of Literature and Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, and enjoy local street food.
Day 2: Ninh Binh Day Trip. Travel to Ninh Binh to see the limestone karsts and take a boat trip through Trang An or Tam Coc. You can also visit Mua Cave for a panoramic view.
Day 3: Ha Long Bay Cruise. Take an overnight cruise on Ha Long Bay. Activities often include kayaking, swimming, and exploring caves among the limestone islands.
Day 4: Ha Long Bay to Hanoi. Enjoy a final morning on the bay, then travel back to Hanoi. You can spend the afternoon with a cooking class or visiting more cultural sites like the Ethnology Museum or Hoa Lo Prison.
Day 5: Hanoi Departure. Enjoy some last-minute shopping or sightseeing in Hanoi before departing
