This 2 day tour takes you to the must-see Halong bay and add-on unique experience to Yen Duc agricultural village.
Day 1: Hanoi – Halong Bay Cruise (L)
8.00 depart from your hotel in Hanoi for the journey East of Hanoi (approximately 3,5 hours) to Tuan Chau marina, the gateway to Halong Bay. Upon arrival, board a traditional junk and set sail around this magnificent bay and among thousands islands that jut out of the sea with its spectacular natural environment while lunch is served.
On this exclusive Halong bay cruise we will visit to Dong Thien Cung (Heavenly Palace Grotto), located on a remote island in the bay. As the name suggests, the cave adorned with fantastic stalactites and stalagmites. Colored lights transform the scene into a fairytale palace. Dau Go Cave with History of Vietnam’s fight against Mongolian 13th Century. We then continue cruise to the southern part of the Bay, where we will admire view of many strange-shaped islands, visit floating village of the local fishermen, have a swim or do kayaking to further remote area of the bay. Continue sailing back to Tuan Chau wharf, driving to your hotel in Halong for checking in. Relax and overnight in Halong.
Day 2: Halong – Yen Duc Village – Hanoi (B, L)
Morning, check out your hotel and leave Halong for Hanoi.
On the way back, stopover at Yen Duc village in Dong Trieu province for a short break in this typical Vietnamese agricultural village which is rich in culture and traditions. Admire the charming fields, small lanes as well as the amazing tranquility in Yen Duc village. Enjoy a water puppet show which performed by local artists.
Start cycling around the village & visit Canh Huong Pagoda to learn more about Buddhism in Vietnam. Visit a typical house in the village and talk to friendly local people. Experience the farming activities such as: harvesting and planting vegetables, fishing with the traditional method, milling and pounding rice.
Relax in the fresh air and have delicious Vietnamese lunch at the village before bidding farewell to the local family and return to your hotel in Hanoi.