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4-Days UNESCO Luxury Ha Long/Lan Ha and Ninh Binh Tour

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Activity provider: SST Travel
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4-day tour in Ha Long Bay, including Hotel pickup & drop-off in Hanoi Old Quarter and Limousine transfer between Hanoi – Ha Long – Ninh Binh –. Run by SST Travel, booked direct rather than through a reseller.

Highlights

  • Runs 4 days
  • Hotel pickup & drop-off in Hanoi Old Quarter
  • Limousine transfer between Hanoi – Ha Long – Ninh Binh – Hanoi
  • 1 night on a 3/5-star or 6-star luxury cruise
  • 2 night in Ninh Binh (clean hotel/homestay, private room & bathroom)
  • English-speaking guide throughout the trip

4-Days UNESCO Luxury Ha Long/Lan Ha and Ninh Binh Tour: Key Facts

PriceFrom $651.95 per person
Duration4 days
LanguagesEnglish
Tour typeGuided Tour
BookingDirect with the local operator — no OTA markup

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4-Days UNESCO Luxury Ha Long/Lan Ha and Ninh Binh Tour

4-day tour in Ha Long Bay, including Hotel pickup & drop-off in Hanoi Old Quarter and Limousine transfer between Hanoi –...
4 days
English
$651.95
Free cancellation

Full description

This is a 4-day experience in Ha Long. It is run by SST Travel, an operator we book with directly rather than through a reseller, which is why we can hold your place with them before we treat your booking as final.

The price covers Hotel pickup & drop-off in Hanoi Old Quarter, Limousine transfer between Hanoi, 1 night on a 3/5-star or 6-star luxury cruise, 2 night in Ninh Binh and guide throughout the trip. It does not cover Tips and Holiday surcharge applies, so budget for those separately. Everything included is listed in full on this page; if something is not on that list, assume it is not in the price.

Hotel pickup in Ha Long Bay. SST Travel confirms your pickup time and the exact spot once the booking is in. We need at least one day's notice, and we confirm the date with SST Travel before treating your booking as final. If they cannot take your date we tell you and refund you rather than leave you waiting.

Includes

  • Hotel pickup & drop-off in Hanoi Old Quarter
  • Limousine transfer between Hanoi – Ha Long – Ninh Binh – Hanoi
  • 1 night on a 3/5-star or 6-star luxury cruise
  • 2 night in Ninh Binh (clean hotel/homestay, private room & bathroom)
  • English-speaking guide throughout the trip
  • Entrance fees for Ha Long/Lan Ha Bay & Ninh Binh attractions
  • Kayaking, bamboo boat trip, cycling in the village
  • Cooking class, Tai Chi, sunset activities on the cruise
  • All meals as per itinerary
  • Bicycle for cycling
  • Hoa Lu ancient capital
  • Bai Dinh Pagoda

Excludes

  • Tips
  • Holiday surcharge applies (please see Important Information)

Important information

Meeting point

Hotel pickup in Ha Long Bay. SST Travel confirms your pickup time and the exact spot once the booking is in.

Know before you go

  • Free cancellation available up to 24 hours before the activity starts

About this activity

Free cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
Secure payment
Complete your booking safely with Razorpay. Full refund if you cancel 24h prior. Read more
Duration 4 days
Check availability to see starting times
Live tour guide
English
Wheelchair accessible

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Main Tour Price
Starting from $651.95
$651.95
Need a custom booking or have a larger group?Contact Support via WhatsApp
Free cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
Secure payment
Complete your booking safely with Razorpay. Full refund if you cancel 24h prior. Read more

Traveler Reviews

4.2/5
based on 14 reviews
Guide
4.3/5
Value for money
3.8/5
Verified reviews from travelers on this operator’s experience
5
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Kenneth
May 25, 2026

They were extremely professional and friendly. Would recommend!

5
R
Remy
May 9, 2026

Overall it is a nice tour ! Well organized by aaron that is always available to help you. Ninh bin is a must do ! It is very nice. The only thing is that I felt a little bit rushed on the activities but it is part of the game. While visiting tam coc by boat you should asked to be stopped to the viewpoint (usually not part of the tour but def worth it). The 5 star cruise was very nice but you don’t move very much in the LAN Ha bay ! But it is still a must do (and specifically the kayak). You don’t choose the people you cruise with ahah so it’s a bit odd wether you will have nice or bad time on

5
C
Catherine
April 20, 2026

I also booked this tour at the end of our trip to make our last days easier, and to see as much as we could without doing all the work. It was definitely worth it. We saw a lot in the four days and met a lot of other people in the tour groups. The transfers and accommodation were very comfortable and well organised. The tour guides were great. These locations were very busy so it was good to have help navigating. We didn't have to think, just enjoy the experience.

5
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Brett
March 21, 2026

I took the gamble and booked a new activity with no reviews and overall it paid off! We took the 6 star option and was eagerly anticipating what that might be. The Calista boat was beautiful and the cabin was so comfortable with a big bathtub. The food was fantastic too. Ha Long Bay cruise itineraries seem all the same, but at least it was a stunning boat. The second part in Ninh Binh was also great. The guide communicated fantastically each day via WhatsApp with the itinerary. The pictures of the homestay looked great and did match, but we'd been spoiled by the boat and decided we wanted some

4
D
Donna
April 30, 2026

The cruise was certainly not 5 star. Transfers were a little confusing and fully reliant on having WhatsApp to communicate with head office. The 4 day tour was a combination of several day tours and we repeated the Nihm Bihn boat tour twice which felt like a waste of time.

3
T
Traveller
June 7, 2026

dans l'ensemble satisfaisant

3
B
Ben
June 5, 2026

Was veel te zien, maar ook dubbele activiteiten zoals 2 boottochten. De eerste twee dagen waren gewoon dagtochten en alle info kwam vanaf kantoor op de app. Dit was niet altijd duidelijk en vaak moest de actie van ons zelf komen. Ook vaak overstappen op een andere bus met een chauffeur die geen Engels kon. Ook de boottocht was beneden verwachting. De boot was aan onderhoud onderhevig en straalde dat aan alle kanten uit. Het eten daarintegen was perfect. Ook de beloofde activiteiten aan boord vielen tegen. Al met al een rommelige 4 daagse tour waarbij we wel veel gezien hebben.

1
M
Martin
May 1, 2026

Une prestation très décevante. Tant sur les lieux choisis que sur la qualité des repas. Rapport qualité prix exécrable. La nuit sur le bateau - baie d'Ha long, à éviter avec eux. La promesse était en comité restreint. On s'est retrouvé avec une vingtaine de touristes d'indiens qui mobilisaient tout, tout était tourné vers eux : repas, ça criait alors qu'on voulait du calme lors des repas, jusqu'au jour du départ où on nous a expédiés afin que les touristes indiens aient leur correspondance à quai !! La cuisine était médiocre, les activités sur le bateau : néant : pas de pêche, pas de karaoké.

4
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Traveller
April 15, 2026

I booked this towards the end of my trip and it was great to have someone organise my final days rather than me. It was great to not have to think or plan! The organiser kept us informed and was helpful with any queries we had. The activities were good in nihn bihn. When having difficulties with a guide on day 1 the organiser was able to help and support me. The accommodation room was clean and comfortable although I was unable to eat the breakfast (flies around the food). Happily went to one of the nearby cafes instead! the final day on the cruise was great and a perfect way to end the trip.

5
T
Traveller
March 30, 2026

Overall, it was really good! And Aaron took really good care of us! A few things to note: the room in ninh bihn was decent but the breakfast was quite bad (cue the flies). The cruise was great tho! The staff was super attentive and kind (Alex and Charlie were both great guides through the whole thing). They helped get my vegetarian dad great food! The activities were super fun too! The ninh bihn activities were super fun too! With very well informed guides.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Hotel pickup in Ha Long Bay. SST Travel confirms your pickup time and the exact spot once the booking is in. The collection window is usually a little wider than a fixed minute, because the driver is working a route around several hotels.
The price does not cover tips and holiday surcharge applies (please see important information). Everything it does cover is listed in full on this page, so if something is not on that list, budget for it separately.
Unless the option says private, this runs as a small group. The operator caps it rather than filling a coach, and if you want it to yourselves the private option is priced separately on this page.
We confirm your booking with the operator before we treat it as final, and we need at least one day's notice. Once it is confirmed you get the meeting point, the time and a contact number for the day. If the operator cannot take your date we tell you and refund you rather than leave you waiting.
Hotel pickup & drop-off in Hanoi Old Quarter, Limousine transfer between Hanoi – Ha Long – Ninh Binh – Hanoi, 1 night on a 3/5-star or 6-star luxury cruise, 2 night in Ninh Binh (clean hotel/homestay, private room & bathroom), English-speaking guide throughout the trip, Entrance fees for Ha Long/Lan Ha Bay & Ninh Binh attractions, Kayaking, bamboo boat trip, cycling in the village, Cooking class, Tai Chi, sunset activities on the cruise, All meals as per itinerary, Bicycle for cycling, Hoa Lu ancient capital, Bai Dinh Pagoda
The duration of the 4-Days UNESCO Luxury Ha Long/Lan Ha and Ninh Binh Tour is typically 4 days. We recommend arriving 15 minutes before the scheduled start time for a smooth check-in. Your guide will meet you at the designated meeting point and ensure the experience runs on schedule while remaining flexible to your pace.
For most experiences, we highly recommend an early morning start. This allows you to avoid the midday heat, bypass the largest crowds, and capture the best lighting for photography. Your guide can advise on the optimal timing based on the season and specific attractions included.
Yes, once your booking is completed via our secure payment gateway, you will receive an instant confirmation email with your tour details, meeting point address, guide's name, and direct contact information. You can also view and manage your booking through your AsiaByLocals account dashboard.
Yes! All our private tours are fully customizable. Whether you want to add extra stops, skip certain locations, change the pace, or adjust the start time — simply let your guide know in advance or on the day. We aim to create a personalized experience tailored to your interests and energy level.
We offer free cancellation up to 24 hours before the scheduled start time for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may be subject to a partial charge depending on the tour type. Weather-related cancellations for outdoor and boat tours are handled on a case-by-case basis, with full refunds or free rebooking offered when safety is a concern.
Most of our experiences are family-friendly and suitable for children of all ages. However, some tours involving extensive walking, water activities, or early morning starts may be better suited for children aged 5 and above. Please check the specific tour description for age recommendations, or contact us for personalized family itinerary advice.
After booking, you will receive detailed meeting point instructions via email. Most tours include complimentary hotel pickup within the central area. For tours without pickup, your confirmation email will include the exact address, Google Maps pin, and your guide's phone number for easy coordination. Guides typically arrive 10 minutes early and will message you on WhatsApp.
We accept all major credit and debit cards (Visa, Mastercard, American Express), PayPal, Apple Pay, and Razorpay for Indian cards. All payments are processed through a PCI-compliant secure gateway with 256-bit encryption. You can also pay in multiple currencies — the price is automatically converted to your local currency at checkout.
Yes, all AsiaByLocals guides are licensed professionals who have been rigorously vetted through background checks, skill assessments, and customer reviews. Many hold government-issued tourism licenses, university degrees in history or cultural studies, and have years of experience leading tours for international travelers. Every guide maintains a minimum 4.5-star rating to remain active on our platform.
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