Highlights
- Discover the northern mountains of Vietnam with its stunning terrace rice fields
- Get on the rooftop of Indochina by cable car – Fansipan peak
- Explore Ha Long Bay by cruising boat – UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Enjoy a memorable sunsetand sunrise on the calm sea of Ha Long Bay
- Visit Ninh Binh‘s best scenery – Also called Ha Long Bay on land
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Hanoi arrival – walking food tour
Our guide picks you up from airport and check in hotel (Hotel check-in: 2pm)
After reaching hotel, our guide will bring you around Hanoi Old Town by walking for 3-4 hours to discover Hanoi Old Quarter, Hoan Kiem lake, Hanoi church, Hanoi railway… Your local guide will help you better understand the intricacies and traditions of Vietnamese culinary culture, including detailed information on ingredients and historical background of famous Northern dishes. Many delicious dishes are waiting for you to taste in Old Town such as Noodle (Pho), Bun cha (noodles with grilled pork) Bread (Banh My), (fried/fresh spring rolls) Egg coffee, mixed fruits…
Day 2: Hanoi – Sapa – Cat Cat village trekking (B-L-D), overnight in Sapa
6.30 – 7.00: Our driver pick you up at hotels in the Old Quarter Area, Hanoi, get on big bus and depart for Sapa Town.
9.30: Follow the highway to Lao Cai city with the first comfort break
11.00: Second comfort break at Lao Cai city before approaching Sapa
13.00: Arrive at Sapa Town with colorful traditional costumes of H’Mong, Dzao, Tay ethnic People. Get pick up from the bus office in Sapa at 12:30 PM to take you to our office Have Lunch and check-in the room. We will then depart from the hotel at 2:30 pm and walk down 3Km to Exploring Cat Cat Shin chai village of H’mong – A colonial French discovered area and a renowned resort to officials from the early twenty century. Arriving in Cat Cat village, visitors will be visiting the Hydropower station, the waterfall of Cat Cat village as well as learning about the culture, customs and unique people here with traditional crafts such as weaving, carved silver, hand forged agricultural tools. After that, you will walk back to Sapa (3Km) Relax and have dinner at 6:30 PM or 7:00 PM
Overnight at the hotel in Sapa
Day 3: Fansipan peak – Dragon Cloud Glass bridge – Sa Pa town (B-L)
Start/Finish time: 8am/5pm.
We will take short drive to Cable car station to take 20 minutes cable ride up mountain. Then you can climb about 600 steps or take funicular train (pay your own) to the Fansipan peak– The rooftop of Indochina.
Lunch will be served with Sa Pa salmon hotpot.
Take 30 minute-drive to Dragon Cloud Glass bridge. Visit Sapa town, Sa Pa church, Market. Dinner will be in your own to freely choose local food. (If you need include, please let us know)
Day 4: Lao Chai – Ta Van trekking – Sapa- Hanoi (B-L-D)
Enjoy your breakfast then check out of the room. Keep your baggage in the hotel then we will walk from Sapa towards
At 09:00, let the adventure unfold as you embark on a 6-kilometer trek downhill towards the Southeast of Sapa, traversing the captivating Muong Hoa Valley towards Y Linh Ho village, the ancestral abode of the Black H’mong people. Immerse yourself in the rich cultural tapestry of this community as you stroll through their village, taking in the sights, sounds, and traditions that define their way of life. Continuing onwards, an additional 3-kilometer trek leads you to the picturesque Lao Chai village, where a delectable lunch awaits. Delight in the flavors of the region, nourishing both your body and soul. Lunch at Lao Chai Village then keep going to Ta Van Village of Zay people.
Resume your trek, meandering through the terraced rice fields that stretch as far as the eye can see, ultimately arriving at the charming Ta Van village, home to the Tay minority. This portion of the trek, while relatively easy, may present some challenges if rain has rendered the trails slippery. It is advisable to wear appropriate footwear, ensuring your safety and comfort.
15:00- 16:00 Say goodbye our local guide and get on the van to get back Hanoi.
About 21:00 Arrive in Hanoi, do check in hotel again.
Day 5 : Ninh Binh: Hoa Lu – Tam Coc – Mua Cave (B-L)
7:15-7:45am Our driver and tour guide pick you up at hotels in the Old Quarter Area, Hanoi. Head the south of Hanoi for 110 km. After 2 hours, you will arrive in Ninh Binh. First stop at Hoa Lu, you will have quick visit two temples built in honor of the emperors Dinh Le, their sons, and the Queen… to know why Hoa Lu was build as capital of Vietnam in ending of nine century.
12:00 – Enjoy lunch at our restaurant with the great local cuisine.
13:30 – Boarding a small sampan to visit Tam Coc which means literally “three caves” (1.5 hour boat trip). With Halong bay type views of majestic limestone cliffs and mysterious caves, as well as countryside landscape like peaceful streams, rice paddies and deserted green fields, Tam Coc really has it all. You will feel the fresh air and peaceful moments, very good opportunities for photo lovers, freezing the special moments and scenery.
15:30 – Arrive at Mua Cave and start an amazing trek up to the top of Ngoa Long Mountain for watching the spectacular rice valley with specious view of the nature.
17:15 – Return to our bus and then come back to Ha Noi
19:30 – Drop you off at your hotel/stay. Trip ends.
Day 6 : Hanoi- Halong cruise (B- L-D) – Sleep on cruising boat
After hotel breakfast, do check out your room (Big luggage can be kept at the reception)
Our driver picks you up at your hotel and departs for Ha Long City. It’s a 2.5 hour drive by highway.
12:30 Upon arrival at the pier, you will board the cruise and be warmly welcomed by the friendly crew. Check into the cabin. Lunch and dinner will be served on the cruise.
During cruising time, we will have optional activities: Hiking to visit Titop island (425 steps), Kayaking, Swimming.
Day 7 : Halong cruise – Hanoi (B-L)
06:30 Enjoy Tai Chi instructions on the sundeck in 30 minutes whilst cruising to Luồn cave.
07:00 Enjoy light breakfast in the restaurant (coffee, tea, fresh milk, water, pastries, bread, egg, fresh fruit, cereals will be served in the dining room).
08:00 After breakfast, take a guided tour to visit Luồn cave – one of the caves open to the form beautiful about endemic the vegetation of the Ha Long Bay. Visit Luồn cave by a traditionally woven (bamboo) boat rowed by a local boatman.
08:30 Then come back to cruise, relax and check out of cabin. Please put your luggage outside the door. Our porters will collect and get them ready on the pier for you. Finally, the cruise disembarks in International Tuan Chau harbor.
09:15 Enjoy brunch buffet menu served in the dining room. Settle bills in the dining room after brunch (if you have).
10:45 Transfer by tender back to Tuan Chau harbor and disembarkation.
The shuttle bus will pick you up from the harbor and transfer to Hanoi. Free of leisure in the afternoon
Day 8: Hanoi departure (B)
Breakfast at hotel. Depending on your flight you may have some more time for shopping. Then we transfer you to the airport for your flight home. Goodbye, and hope to see you again soon!
Inclusions
- English Speaking guide
- Hotel rooms
- Sightseeing tickets: Fan Si Pan cable car, Love Waterfall, Glass Bridge
- Private car according to the program
- Lunch
- Drinks: 2 bottles of 500ml/1 guest/1 day
Inclusions
- VAT invoice
- Meals not listed in the program
- Personal costs
