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Activity provider: TripBestie
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4-day tour in Hanoi, 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 4 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 & Day 2; 2 lunches, 2 breakfasts & 1 dinner on Day 3,4 & 5
- 2-hour boat trip in Trang An/Tam Coc
- Cycling in Ninh Binh
4 Day NINH BINH -HA LONG BAY- HA GIANG LOOP tour: Key Facts
| Price | From $350.48 per person |
|---|---|
| Duration | 4 days |
| Languages | English |
| Tour type | Guided Tour |
| Booking | Direct with the local operator — no OTA markup |
Full description
This is a 4-day experience in Hanoi. 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 & Day 2; 2 lunches, 2 breakfasts, 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 & tax 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 Hanoi. 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 & Day 2; 2 lunches, 2 breakfasts & 1 dinner on Day 3,4 & 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 & professional local rider for the Ha Giang 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 & tax
- 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)
- 7. Things not mentioned in Inclusion
Important information
Meeting point
Hotel pickup in Hanoi. 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 4 days
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Live tour guide
English
Wheelchair accessible
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Main Tour Price
Starting from $350.48
$350.48
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
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. Hotel pickup in Hanoi. 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 & tax 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 & Day 2; 2 lunches, 2 breakfasts & 1 dinner on Day 3,4 & 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 & professional local rider for the Ha Giang 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 4 Day NINH BINH -HA LONG BAY- HA GIANG LOOP 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.