Legends of Tonkin

After breakfast at your hotel, cycle to visit Thai Vi Temple, one of Ninh Binh’s oldest temples.
Proceed to Nam Dinh Province and visit the Cat Dang Lacquer Craft Village, which boasts over 600 years of tradition in producing lacquered wood items, including furniture and religious artifacts.
Upon arrival in Nam Dinh City, enjoy lunch at a local restaurant and check into your hotel to relax.
3:30 PM: Join a cyclo tour starting from Lưu Gia Trang Ecological Restaurant, passing notable landmarks such as the Nam Dinh Flag Pole, Nam Dinh Museum, and the old quarter streets.
End the tour at Tran Hung Dao Monument, honoring the famed general who defended Vietnam against Mongol invasions. Return to your hotel by taxi.
Overnight in Nam Dinh City.

8:30 AM: Check out from your hotel and visit Hồng Quang Village, a center of traditional water puppetry where artisans showcase their craft and share stories about this folk art.
Afterward, head to Xuan Thuy National Park in Giao Thuy District and embark on a boat trip into the park, reaching the clam field where lunch is served in a clam hut surrounded by refreshing sea breezes.
2:00 PM: Leave the park and transfer to Ecohost Hai Hau to check in and relax in the peaceful garden setting.
4:00 PM: Take a bike ride to nearby Pham Phao Village, famous for wood carving and trumpet making, including a visit to the 16th-century Luong Pagoda with its unique tiled roof architecture.
Enjoy a herbal foot bath back at Ecohost, followed by dinner and rest.

8:00 AM: Depart from Ecohost Hai Hau and drive to Ha Long Bay.
12:00 PM: Arrive at Tuan Chau International Marina’s Heritage Cruises Lounge for refreshments before boarding the cruise.
12:30 PM: Board Heritage Cruises, enjoy a welcome drink, cruise briefing, and check-in to your suite. Lunch is served at L’indochine Restaurant.
12:40 PM: Cruise through the limestone karsts of Lan Ha Bay and Cat Ba Archipelago, an untouched and less-crowded area known for its natural beauty.
3:30 PM: Weather permitting, visit Ba Trai Dao (Three Peach Beaches) or Tra Bau Bay for kayaking or swimming in crystal-clear waters.
5:30 PM: Return to the cruise, relax on board with a sunset drink.
6:30 PM: Afternoon tea and a Vietnamese cooking class led by the chef.
7:30 PM: Enjoy a memorable dinner with local cuisine in an intimate setting.
9:30 PM: Evening entertainment at the top deck bar including squid fishing. Overnight onboard.

6:15 AM: Start your day with a Vovinam martial arts session on the sundeck.
6:45 AM: Have a light breakfast on board.
7:15 AM: Explore the Dark and Bright Cave by bamboo boat, admiring the stunning stalactites and natural surroundings.
9:00 - 9:30 AM: Return to the cruise for checkout.
10:00 AM: Enjoy brunch while cruising back to the mainland.
11:00 AM: Disembark at Tuan Chau Marina.
11:30 AM: Limousine service is available to transfer you to your hotel in Hanoi.
2:00 - 2:30 PM: Drop off at your hotel and end of tour.