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5-day Ninh Binh, Ha Long Bay and Ha Giang Loop tour

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Activity provider: TripBestie
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5-day tour in Ha Long Bay, including Pick-up from Hanoi Old Quarter and Drop-off subject to and Transportation between Hanoi – Ninh Binh (regular bus). Run by TripBestie, booked direct rather than through a reseller.

Highlights

  • Runs 5 days
  • Pick-up from Hanoi Old Quarter and Drop-off subject to your choice
  • Transportation between Hanoi – Ninh Binh (regular bus), Hanoi – Ha Long (regular bus), Ha Long – Ha Giang (sleeper bus) and Ha Giang to Hanoi/Sapa (if you choose corresponding drop-off option)
  • Meals: 2 lunches on Day 1 and Day 2; 3 lunches, 3 breakfasts and 2 dinners on Day 3, 4 and 5
  • 2-hour boat trip in Trang An/Tam Coc
  • Cycling in Ninh Binh

5-day Ninh Binh, Ha Long Bay and Ha Giang Loop tour: Key Facts

PriceFrom $454.53 per person
Duration5 days
LanguagesEnglish
Tour typeGuided Tour
BookingDirect with the local operator — no OTA markup

Full description

This is a 5-day experience in Ha Long. It is run by TripBestie, 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 Pick-up from Hanoi Old Quarter and Drop-off subject to your, Transportation between Hanoi, Meals: 2 lunches on Day 1 and Day 2; 3 lunches, 3, 2-hour boat trip in Trang An/Tam Coc and Cycling in Ninh Binh. It does not cover 1. Ha Giang Border Permit fee, 2. Drinks other than bottled water, 3. Personal expenses and 4. Travel insurance, 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. TripBestie 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 TripBestie before treating your booking as final. If they cannot take your date we tell you and refund you rather than leave you waiting.

Includes

  • Pick-up from Hanoi Old Quarter and Drop-off subject to your choice
  • Transportation between Hanoi – Ninh Binh (regular bus), Hanoi – Ha Long (regular bus), Ha Long – Ha Giang (sleeper bus) and Ha Giang to Hanoi/Sapa (if you choose corresponding drop-off option)
  • Meals: 2 lunches on Day 1 and Day 2; 3 lunches, 3 breakfasts and 2 dinners on Day 3, 4 and 5
  • 2-hour boat trip in Trang An/Tam Coc
  • Cycling in Ninh Binh
  • 6-hour Ha Long Bay cruise
  • Kayak/Bamboo boat in Ha Long Bay
  • Motorbike, fuel and professional local rider for the Loop
  • Boat trip on Nho Que river
  • A water bottle on the buses for first 2 days and unlimited bottled water during Loop
  • Finisher T-shirt at the end of Loop
  • Entrance fees for all the indicated sites

Excludes

  • 1. Ha Giang Border Permit fee ($10/person)
  • 2. Drinks other than bottled water
  • 3. Personal expenses
  • 4. Travel insurance
  • 5. Tips for tour guide and riders
  • 6. Surcharge during national holidays in Vietnam imposed by the tour & bus operators (New Year & Lunar New Year, Liberation Day, Vietnam Independence Day)

Important information

Meeting point

Hotel pickup in Ha Long Bay. TripBestie 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 5 days
Check availability to see starting times
Live tour guide
English
Wheelchair accessible

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Starting from $454.53
$454.53
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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

4.7/5
based on 5 reviews
Guide
4.7/5
Value for money
4.7/5
Verified reviews from travelers on this operator’s experience
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Mukta
February 27, 2026

It’s was an amazing and unforgettable 5 day tour and all three tour spots were beautiful. Tripbestie team was very communicative throughout the tour, ensuring we arrived to each tour locations safely. Trip bestie and the Ha Giang Loop team were amazing- surprised me on my birthday and got a yummy cake to celebrate it. Made the day memorable! They took care of us and the tour team very well. Checked on us frequently. Cua, the team leader in Ha Giang Loop was very helpful and funny! The price for this tour is great considering the amazing experience we had. The only feedback is perhaps alternati

5
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Selina
December 16, 2024

The whole 5 days were amazing. The coordination by TripBestie was great everything worked out perfectly. I got picked up at my Hotel and dropped off where I was supposed to. I never had to think at all😅 All the tours I made I would definitely recommend but the Ha Giang Loop was for sure my favorite. I did upgrade to a singleroom for one night which I really recommend. And looking back I would probably upgrade the sleeper buses as well.

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Traveller
July 28, 2026

ninh binh und ha long Bay ist voller Touristen. Der Loop ist spaßig aber sehr anstrengend für große Personen

5
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Traveller
July 18, 2026

las vistas han sido hermosas y el conductor Erick un crack

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Traveller
December 18, 2024

This is a great package for seeing the highlights of Northern Vietnam in a short amount of time. TripBestie made sure I was well taken care of and coordinated my transportation and all of the logistics with care. Even after my 5 days tour ended, I opted to go Sapa and Da Nang afterwards in which TripBestie helped me coordinate my transportation. Couldn’t recommend this package/company enough! Amazing service and support. Staff were happy to answer any questions I had and frequently checked up on me—very attentive. All of the three sites within this tour were beautiful!! Lots of opportunities t

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Hotel pickup in Ha Long Bay. TripBestie 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 1. ha giang border permit fee ($10/person), 2. drinks other than bottled water, 3. personal expenses and 4. travel insurance. Everything it does cover is listed in full on this page, so if something is not on that list, budget for it separately.
Overnight cruises sleep on board; day cruises do not. Cabins on the boats we book are private with an ensuite bathroom, and the grade of boat is stated in the option you choose rather than left vague. Bay conditions occasionally force an itinerary change, which the operator decides on the morning and is not something we can promise around.
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.
Pick-up from Hanoi Old Quarter and Drop-off subject to your choice, Transportation between Hanoi – Ninh Binh (regular bus), Hanoi – Ha Long (regular bus), Ha Long – Ha Giang (sleeper bus) and Ha Giang to Hanoi/Sapa (if you choose corresponding drop-off option), Meals: 2 lunches on Day 1 and Day 2; 3 lunches, 3 breakfasts and 2 dinners on Day 3, 4 and 5, 2-hour boat trip in Trang An/Tam Coc, Cycling in Ninh Binh, 6-hour Ha Long Bay cruise, Kayak/Bamboo boat in Ha Long Bay, Motorbike, fuel and professional local rider for the Loop, Boat trip on Nho Que river, A water bottle on the buses for first 2 days and unlimited bottled water during Loop, Finisher T-shirt at the end of Loop, Entrance fees for all the indicated sites
The duration of the 5-day Ninh Binh, Ha Long Bay and Ha Giang Loop tour is typically 5 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.
Starting from$454.53