Bestseller 4 Nights / 5 Days Halong Bay Cruise Family Friendly Min. 4 Pax

Hanoi with Halong Bay Cruise Package (4 Nights 5 Days)

The perfect introduction to Northern Vietnam for your clients: the heritage of Hanoi with a private city tour, an unforgettable overnight cruise in Halong Bay on the 4-star Lavender Elegance Cruise, and the dramatic limestone landscapes of Ninh Binh — Hoa Lu, Tam Coc, Mua Cave and a bamboo boat ride. Fully white-label, competitively priced and B2B ready for travel agents.

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4 Nights Duration
Hanoi • Halong • Ninh Binh Destinations
2 Properties 1 Hotel + 1 Cruise
4 Tours Sightseeing
2 Transfers Private + SIC
Full Board Cruise Breakfast + Tour Lunch

5-Day Itinerary

Complete day-by-day plan covering Hanoi, Halong Bay Cruise and Ninh Binh. Every element is fully customizable for your market.

Day1

Arrive Hanoi — Half Day Hanoi City Tour & Check-in

Hanoi • Arrival Day • Private
  • Meet our representative holding your name placard outside the arrival hall. Get transferred to your hotel and relax to overcome travel fatigue.
  • Private Hanoi Airport Arrival Transfer to Hanoi Hotel — Private Car (Big), capacity 4 pax.
  • Private Half Day Hanoi City Tour on Private — Pvt Car Sightseeing, 4 pax.
  • Duration: 4 Hours Tour I: 10:00 AM | Tour II: 14:00 PM
  • Visit the Ho Chi Minh Complex — Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, his house-on-stilts and the One-Pillar Pagoda.
  • Continue to the Temple of Literature — the first university of Vietnam and the place dedicated to Confucian learning.
  • A Green Car (or cyclo) ride around the Old Quarter to experience the exciting local daily life of Hanoians. Stopover at Hoan Kiem Lake and Ngoc Son Temple.
  • Check-in at Hanoi Sky Hotel — Room Type: Superior Double • Meal Plan: Breakfast.
  • Post city tour, you are free to explore the charming Old Quarter surroundings on your own — Hoan Kiem Lake and alleys full of cafes, shops and spas.
  • Travel Tip: You will find plenty of Indian restaurants in this area, within walking distance.
  • Special Note: Hotel check-in time in Vietnam is 14:00 Hrs. Most international flights arrive midnight / early morning. Early check-in is not guaranteed in this tour. To avail guaranteed early check-in, please send a request.
Overnight: Hanoi Sky Hotel — Superior Double, with breakfast.
Day2

Hanoi → Halong Bay — Embark Lavender Elegance Cruise

Halong Bay • Overnight Cruise • Full Board
  • Have breakfast at the hotel and be ready at the lobby or meeting point. Our guide will pick you up between 08:00 and 08:30.
  • Shuttle Hanoi – Halong Bay Shuttle Bus (Sharing) Transfer — 3-hour drive to Halong Bay.
  • 11:30–12:00 — Embark Aquamarine Cruise at noon, check in and have a delicious lunch with plenty of seafood options (vegetarian options available on prior information).
  • The cruise slowly sails toward the Fighting Cock islets. Kayaking through the picturesque Luon Grotto.
  • 15:30 — Swimming at Titop Beach and climb to the top for a panoramic view of Halong Bay.
  • Enjoy our Happy Hour Deal in all bars on cruise (drinks are directly payable by guest).
  • 18:00 — On board, join a traditional cooking class presented by our crew.
  • 19:00 — A great dining experience awaits for dinner.
  • 20:45–00:00 — After finishing dinner, enjoy the landscape of the bay at night on the top deck, relax with romantic ballad music, enjoy drinks from the bar (self-paid), try squid fishing, watch a movie or relax in your room.
Overnight: Lavender Elegance Cruise (4 Star) — Deluxe Double (Ocean View) • Full Board (Lunch + Dinner + Breakfast).
Day3

Sung Sot Cave → Return to Hanoi — Evening Free at Leisure

Halong Bay → Hanoi • Cruise + Shuttle
  • 06:30 — Wake up early to start your perfect day with a Tai Chi class or watch the sunrise on the top deck — a great place to get an unspoiled view of the sunrise.
  • 07:00 — Light breakfast served in the restaurant.
  • 08:00–09:00 — Explore Sung Sot Cave, the most beautiful natural cave in Halong Bay.
  • 09:30 — Return to the boat, check out the cabin, then have brunch in the restaurant while the boat sails back to the pier. Settle the bill at the end of the trip for drinks and direct orders.
  • 11:30 — Disembark the boat and return to port.
  • Shuttle Halong Bay–Hanoi Sharing Transfer (Shuttle Bus / One Way) — 3-hour drive.
  • 15:00–15:30 — Drop off back at Hanoi Hotel.
  • Take the evening free at leisure — enjoy shopping in the Old Quarter market, go for a water puppet show, or just take a walking tour around Hoan Kiem Lake if you are staying nearby the Old Quarter.
Overnight: Hanoi Sky Hotel — Superior Double, with breakfast.
Day4

Ninh Binh Full Day Tour — Hoa Lu, Tam Coc, Mua Cave & Boat Ride

Ninh Binh • 8–10 Hours • SIC
  • SIC Ninh Binh Full Day Tour with Lunch (Hoa Lu, Tam Coc, Boat Ride, Mua Cave) — Sharing Transfer.
  • Duration: 8–10 Hours 07:30 AM – 07:00 PM
  • Note: SIC tour is only available from selected hotels in the Old Quarter. Otherwise guests will have to reach the Opera House for pickup.
  • 07:30 — We will pick up guests from their hotel and leave for the Ninh Binh day tour.
  • 10:30 — After arriving in Ninh Binh province, the guide takes you to visit Hoa Lu — the Ancient Royal Capital of Vietnam. Visit the Dinh King Temple and Le King Temple from the 10th century, and find out the heroic histories of these two Kings in the Chinese Wars. After that, we go to Tam Coc (10 km from Hoa Lu).
  • 11:30 — Visit Mua Cave (Mua means Dance) with 500 steps up to the top of Mua Mountain. On the top, you can overview all the nice scenery of Hoa Lu.
  • 12:30 — Have lunch at a restaurant.
  • After lunch, get on a bamboo boat — rowed by the local people — on the Hoang Long River to visit Tam Coc (three caves). You pass through three enormous caves that provide a brief respite from the intense summer sun. It takes approximately two hours to go up and down the river, and along the way you witness local fisherfolk, village life along the river and, of course, the striking limestone karst formations that Tam Coc is famous for.
  • 17:00 — Get on the bus and go back to Hanoi.
  • 19:30 — We arrive in Hanoi and finish the tour. 20:00 — Drop off at your hotel.
Overnight: Hanoi Sky Hotel — Superior Double, with breakfast.
Day5

Free & Easy Day — Departure Transfer to Airport

Hanoi • Departure Day
  • Breakfast at hotel.
  • Check-out at 11:30 AM (Late check-out subject to hotel terms — request directly at reception).
  • Day at leisure for shopping and personal activities.
  • Private Hanoi Hotel to Airport Departure Transfer — Private Car (Big), capacity 4 pax.
  • Departure drop to the airport. Board your flight back home.
Tour ends. Private transfer to Hanoi Airport for your onward / return flight.

Why This Northern Vietnam Package Works

A perfectly balanced 4-night Northern Vietnam itinerary — combining culture, cruising and dramatic landscapes, with private transfers and a full-board cruise.

Northern Vietnam Highlights Built Into This Itinerary

This 4 Nights / 5 Days package is designed for families, couples and small groups who want a focused Northern Vietnam experience — private city tour, a full-board Halong Bay cruise and a Ninh Binh day tour. Every element can be adapted to your market.

  • Private airport transfers throughout
  • Private Half Day Hanoi City Tour with cyclo ride
  • 4-star Lavender Elegance overnight cruise
  • Full-board cruise — lunch, dinner & breakfast
  • Kayaking, swimming, cooking class & Tai Chi
  • Sung Sot Cave — Halong's most beautiful cave
  • Ninh Binh: Hoa Lu, Tam Coc & Mua Cave
  • Bamboo boat ride through Tam Coc's three caves
  • Evening free at leisure in Hanoi's Old Quarter
  • Indian restaurants within walking distance

Hotel & Cruise Included

A well-located hotel in Hanoi and a 4-star overnight cruise in Halong Bay. Categories can be upgraded on request.

Hanoi Sky Hotel

3 Nights • Hanoi
  • Room Type: Superior Double
  • Meal Plan: Breakfast
  • Nights: 3 (Day 1, Day 3 & Day 4)
  • Central Hanoi location, convenient for the city tour, Old Quarter and Halong Bay pickup
  • Plenty of Indian restaurants within walking distance in the Old Quarter

Lavender Elegance Cruise

1 Night • Halong Bay (4 Star)
  • Room Type: Deluxe Double (Ocean View)
  • Meal Plan: Full Board (Lunch + Dinner + Breakfast)
  • Nights: 1 (Day 2)
  • Kayaking, swimming, cooking class, squid fishing & Tai Chi on board
  • Sung Sot Cave excursion included
  • Vegetarian options available on prior information

Inclusions & Exclusions

Transparent package breakdown — exactly what's covered and what isn't, so you can price confidently for your market.

Package Inclusions

  • 3 Night Stay in Hanoi
  • 1 Night 2 Days Cruise Package — Halong Bay (All Meals)
  • Daily Breakfast at Hotel
  • Airport Arrival & Departure Assistance
  • Sightseeing as mentioned in the itinerary
  • Services of Local IndoVietnam Tour Coordinator
  • Services of English Guide during Sightseeing
  • All Airport Transfer on Private & Exclusive basis
  • Private Half Day Hanoi City Tour
  • Ninh Binh Full Day Tour with Lunch (Hoa Lu, Tam Coc, Boat Ride, Mua Cave)
  • Meals if mentioned in the Sightseeing inclusion
  • 2 Bottles of Mineral Water daily

Package Exclusions

  • Domestic / International Flights (if not included)
  • Vietnam Visa (if not included)
  • Compulsory tips for tour guide & driver @ USD 5 per person
  • Any item not mentioned in the inclusions column
  • Tips, Porterage, Room Service Bills, Laundry Charges etc.
  • Any extra meal or beverages not mentioned in the package
  • Drinks on cruise (Happy Hour / bar — payable directly by guest)
  • Travel Insurance

Important Notes for Travel Agents

  • Hotel Check-in Time in Vietnam is 14:00 Hrs. Early check-in is not guaranteed and is subject to hotel terms and conditions. To avail guaranteed early check-in, please send a request.
  • Price is based on a minimum of 4 passengers traveling together. Smaller groups and FIT arrangements can be quoted separately.
  • Compulsory tips for the tour guide and driver at USD 5 per person are excluded from the package price and are payable directly by the guest.
  • Domestic and international flights are excluded unless specifically included in your quote. Vietnam visa is also excluded.
  • The Half Day Hanoi City Tour is on a private basis — morning (10:00 AM) or afternoon (14:00 PM) departure.
  • The Halong Bay cruise includes Aquamarine Cruise embarkation, kayaking, swimming at Titop Beach, cooking class, dinner and breakfast on board, plus the Sung Sot Cave excursion. Drinks at the bar are payable directly by the guest.
  • The Ninh Binh Full Day Tour operates on a sharing (SIC) basis with lunch included — covering Hoa Lu, Tam Coc, a bamboo boat ride and Mua Cave. SIC pickup is only from selected hotels in the Old Quarter; otherwise guests reach the Opera House for pickup.
  • Airport transfers are private and exclusive as listed — Hanoi transfers use a large private car for up to 4 pax.
  • Tour timings are indicative and may be adjusted by the local operator based on weather, traffic or operational requirements. Halong Bay timings may change depending on weather or coordination with the Management Board of Halong Bay.
  • This itinerary is fully customizable — hotel category, cruise selection, number of nights, activities and meal plans can all be tailored to your client's profile and budget.
  • Peak season, festival and holiday surcharges may apply. Please confirm at the time of quotation.
  • Optional add-ons such as a second cruise night, Sapa, a Hanoi street food tour, a water puppet show or extra leisure days can be arranged on request.

Why Travel Agents Choose DMC Vietnam

Trusted by 500+ travel agencies worldwide. Here's what makes DMC Vietnam the preferred B2B Vietnam destination management partner for Northern Vietnam, cruise and family packages.

Exclusively B2B

We never sell directly to consumers. Your clients stay yours. DMC Vietnam operates as your silent Vietnam ground partner with full white-label support.

Award-Winning DMC

Recognized as "Vietnam's Leading DMC 2024" and "Best B2B Travel Partner 2023" by prestigious industry bodies. Proven track record since 2021.

Halong Cruise Specialists

Direct contracts with 4-star and 5-star Halong Bay cruise partners. Kayaking, cave excursions, cooking classes and full-board dining arranged end to end.

24/7 Ground Support

Round-the-clock emergency hotline and dedicated account managers. Your clients are never left without assistance, anywhere in Vietnam.

Best Value NET Rates

Direct supplier relationships across 200+ hotels, 50+ transport partners, and 80+ certified guides ensure competitive pricing without quality compromise.

Agent Training & Support

Free Vietnam product training, marketing collateral, FAM trip opportunities, and dedicated account management for every DMC Vietnam partner.

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything travel agents need to know about the Hanoi with Halong Bay Cruise 4 Nights / 5 Days package.

The package includes 3 nights in Hanoi with breakfast at Hanoi Sky Hotel, 1 night on the 4-star Lavender Elegance Cruise in Halong Bay with all meals (full board), airport arrival and departure assistance, private airport transfers, private Half Day Hanoi City Tour, English-speaking guide during sightseeing, Ninh Binh full day tour with lunch (Hoa Lu, Tam Coc, boat ride and Mua Cave), and 2 bottles of mineral water daily.
Yes. DMC Vietnam is a dedicated B2B Destination Management Company. This package is 100% white-label ready — your branding appears on all client-facing documents, and we operate as your silent ground partner in Vietnam. Competitive NET rates are available for travel agencies and tour operators.
The 4 Nights 5 Days Hanoi and Halong Bay Cruise package price is based on a minimum of 4 passengers traveling together. Smaller groups and FIT arrangements can be quoted separately.
The package features Hanoi Sky Hotel (Superior Double, breakfast) for 3 nights in Hanoi, and the Lavender Elegance Cruise (4-star, Deluxe Double Ocean View, full board including lunch, dinner and breakfast) for 1 night in Halong Bay. Upgrades are available on request.
Yes. The Ninh Binh full day tour is included and covers Hoa Lu — the ancient royal capital of Vietnam with the Dinh King and Le King temples — Mua Cave with 500 steps up to a panoramic viewpoint, and Tam Coc with a bamboo boat ride through three caves. Lunch at a local restaurant is included. The tour operates on a sharing (SIC) basis from approximately 07:30 AM to 07:00 PM.
No. Compulsory tips for the tour guide and driver at USD 5 per person are excluded from the package price and are payable directly by the guest. This is standard practice in Vietnam and is listed in the exclusions.
No, domestic and international flights are excluded unless specifically included in your quote. Vietnam visa is also excluded. DMC Vietnam can assist with flight recommendations and visa guidance for your clients.
Yes, all DMC Vietnam tour packages and services are fully white-label. Your branding appears on all client-facing materials, and DMC Vietnam operates as your silent ground partner. Your clients never know we exist unless you want them to.
DMC Vietnam responds to all B2B quote requests within 4 business hours (GMT+7). Rush quotes for urgent bookings are available upon request. Our average first-response time is under 2 hours.
Absolutely. Every DMC Vietnam itinerary is fully customizable — hotel category, cruise selection, number of nights, activities, meal plans and pacing can all be tailored to your market, client profile and budget. Optional add-ons such as Sapa, a second cruise night, or extra leisure days in Hanoi can be arranged. Contact sales@dmcvietnam.in for a customized proposal.

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