This unusual tour includes the old city of Hanoi, a mixture of Chinese and French colonial influences, and the incredible scenic wonders of Halong Bay, with its unique limestone pillars soaring high out of the water.

Included features

• Three nights accommodation
• Daily breakfast, two lunches
• Airport - hotel transfers
• Transportation by bus and boat
• Sightseeing tour as per programme

Itinerary

Day 1: Hanoi
After arriving at Hanoi Airport, you’ll travel to your hotel where you’ll have the rest of the day to spend as you please.

Day 2: Hanoi
Take a full-day tour to Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum and residence, the One-Pillar Pagoda, Temple of Literature, Ethnology Museum, Hoan Kiem Lake, Ngoc Son Temple and the antique centre of the old city by cyclo. An evening performance of traditional water puppetry completes this fabulous day. (B, L)

Day 3: Hanoi – Halong Bay – Hanoi
A trip to the World Natural Heritage Area of Halong Bay awaits you today, where you’ll see more than 1,000 limestone pinnacles towering out of the calm waters of the bay. Explore this breathtaking seascape during a five-hour boat tour, which includes a fresh seafood lunch served on board. (B, L)

Day 4: Hanoi
After breakfast, you’ll have the rest of the time at your leisure before your transfer to your onward flight. (B)