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Halong Shore Excursion: Beyond Halong Bay – Cruise, Countryside & Local Life
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Hi, I’m Tuyen, a licensed international tour guide based in Hanoi, and I’d love to show you Vietnam beyond the usual tourist sights. 🇻🇳 I specialize in private, personalized experiences in Hanoi, Ha Long Bay, Ninh Binh and Northern Vietnam, including shore excursions for cruise travelers. Whether you’re interested in history and culture, local food, hidden corners, or simply want to explore at a relaxed pace, I’ll tailor the experience around what you enjoy. What I love most about guiding is connecting visitors with real Vietnamese life — tasting something delicious from a small local shop, wandering through a quiet alley, hearing the stories behind a historic place, or simply sharing a conversation over Vietnamese coffee. ✨ My tours are flexible, personal and stress-free. I’m happy to adjust the pace, add places you’re curious about, or suggest something special based on your interests. My goal is not simply to show you Vietnam, but to help you understand and experience it like a local. 📌 Qualifications: • Tourism graduate – Hanoi University • Licensed by Vietnam’s Ministry of Culture, Sports & Tourism • Member of Vietnam Tour Guide Association • First Aid certified I look forward to welcoming you to Vietnam and creating an experience you’ll remember long after you leave.
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A perfect blend of breathtaking Halong Bay scenery and authentic Vietnamese village life.
Overview of your Halong tour
See More of Vietnam Beyond Halong Bay Don’t spend your entire shore excursion sitting on a boat! This private experience combines the breathtaking scenery of Halong Bay with an authentic glimpse into Vietnam’s peaceful countryside. After leaving your cruise ship at Halong International Cruise Port, head to Yen Duc Village, where you can walk through beautiful rice fields, explore a traditional Vietnamese village and see how local people live and work. Go beyond simply sightseeing — try traditional farming activities yourself, including rice milling and pounding rice, and discover how these simple techniques have been part of Vietnamese rural life for generations. Then continue to Halong Bay and enjoy its spectacular limestone islands and emerald waters. This tour is perfect for cruise guests who want to make the most of their limited time ashore, experience authentic Vietnamese culture and countryside, and still see the world-famous beauty of Halong Bay — without spending the whole day on a boat.
Your Halong tour itinerary
- Meet your private guide at Halong International Cruise Port and leave the ship behind to discover a different side of Vietnam. Yen Duc Village - Travel through peaceful countryside, rice fields and traditional villages. Explore Yen Duc, meet local people and discover authentic rural life. Water Puppet Show - Enjoy a traditional water puppet performance inspired by Vietnamese village life, farming and local legends. Rice Farming Experience - Get hands-on with traditional Vietnamese farming. Learn how rice is milled and pounded, and try these fascinating activities yourself. Local Vietnamese Lunch - Enjoy an authentic meal featuring local dishes. Halong Bay Cruise - Board a boat and cruise among the iconic limestone islands and emerald waters of Halong Bay. Relax and enjoy the scenery without spending your entire shore excursion on a boat. Return to Port Return comfortably to Halong International Cruise Port with sufficient time to rejoin your cruise ship.
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Type: Private Transportation / Category: Boat
An enchanting journey aboard traditional Vietnamese boats, exquisitely designed to blend comfort and authenticity. The spacious sundeck serves as an inviting space for tranquillity amidst nature’s grandeur. - Travel in comfort with a luxury minivan, fully air-conditioned with leather seats and complimentary bottled water. Your private driver ensures a smooth and relaxing journey.
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Hạ Long, Quảng Ninh, Vietnam
*1, Meeting Point: Halong international Cruise Port * (The yellow building - Passenger station) *At the Passenger Station*: - Look for me holding a welcome sign that says - Toursbylocals - WELCOME - HALONG BAY and YEN DUC VILLAGE*’’ and with YOUR NAME
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