While in Hanoi we also went on a 2 night, 3 day trip to Ha Long bay. This is a trip that almost everyone does, but with good reason. Beautiful scenery, lazing about on boats, etc. Another attraction is the price. Our trip included one night on boat and one in a nice hotel, 3 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 3 dinners, transport to and from hotel, bicycle and kayak hire and a guided walk. Price per person, approximately 25 euros. You can pay more of you want to, a lot more, but we were more than happy with what we got. Despite it being a boat trip you will get plenty of exercise as you get to go hiking, cycling and kayaking as well. In truth the hike is a simple walk through the forest and a
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