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Discover the best of the North with iconic destinations: Sapa, Ha Long Bay, and Ninh Binh.
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Well-planned tour duration that’s easy to follow — no stress, just travel!
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Ideal for solo travelers, friends, and families looking to explore together
ITINERARY - 8 DAYS Northern Vietnam Tour PACKAGE
DAY 1: AIRPORT PICK UP - HANOI OLD QUATER
Upon your arrival in Hanoi, you will be warmly greeted by your driver at the airport. You’ll then be transferred to your hotel located in the heart of the city. After check-in, enjoy your free time to rest or explore the surroundings at your leisure.
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Distance to Hanoi Old Quarter: ~40 km (approximately 45-minute drive)
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Accommodation: Hotel in Hanoi
DAY 2 & DAY 3,4: HA NOI - SAPA BY BUS, OVERNIGHT IN SAPA
Bus journey about 5 hours, Trekking distance: approximately 3.5 km – about 2 hours
06:00 – 06:20 – Pick up from your hotel in the Hanoi Old Quarter. Board a comfortable big bus and depart for Sapa Town.
09:30 – Travel along the highway to Lao Cai City and make a short stop to rest.
11:00 – Stop again near the Lao Cai City bridge and waterfall. From here, enjoy a short walk uphill where the bus will pick you up for the final stretch to Sapa.
13:00 – Arrive in Sapa Town, famous for its cool climate and the colorful traditional costumes of the H’mong, Dzao, and Tay ethnic groups. Meet your guide and enjoy a delicious Vietnamese lunch at a local restaurant before easy trekking. .
14:30 – Begin a short walk to the entrance of Cat Cat Village, home of the Black H’mong ethnic people. Nestled at the foot of Fansipan Peak, this charming village offers a glimpse into local daily life. Trek down into the valley to a beautiful waterfall, where the French once built a hydropower station. Take time to explore and capture memorable photos.
16:30 – Return to Sapa Town and check in to your hotel for an overnight stay.
Enjoy a warm dinner with local specialties. ,
Accommodation : Hotel in Sapa town.
The trekking distance is about 12 km and it lasts for 4 hours
7:00-8:30: Have breakfast at the hotel in SaPa town, check out the hotel and start a new day with a more interesting trek.
8.30-8.45: Trek through the rice terraces and along Muong Hoa Stream to the Black Hmong village of Lao Chai to see the spectacular landscape of Hoang Lien Son Mountain.
12.00 – 13.30: Have lunch with delicious Vietnamese dishes made by the family. In the late afternoon, you arrive at Ta Van Village – home of the Dzay ethnic group.
14.30: Check in the bungalow; get to know the family of Dzay People. Spend time enjoying the mountain life on Sunset. You may attend cooking local dishes with the family and enjoy dinner in peace.
In the evening, you can join the local bar nearby with music and socialize with other tourists, then overnight at the bungalow in Ta Van Village.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Accommodation : Homestay at Ta Van village.
The trekking distance is about 3 km and it lasts for 3.5 hours
8.00: Have breakfast prepared by the family and start a new day with a more interesting trek.
8.45: Keep walking to the rice paddies where you have a nice photo session of the amazing surrounding landscapes; a trek through the bamboo forest; a stop to have a panorama view of Giang Ta Chai village – home of the red Dzao people.
11.00: Trek through the Giang Ta Chai Bridge to the main road, the bus picks you up to come back to Sapa Town.
13.30 – 14.45: Relax and enjoy yourself, and if you want, take a shower in the hotel’s public bathroom.
14.45 – 15.00: Meet all the group members at the hotel to get ready for Hanoi.
15.30: Get on the bus to go back to Hanoi with two rest stops.
21.30– 21.45: Arrive Hanoi, and go back to your hotel .
DAY 5: NINH BINH FULL DAY
07h15 – 8h00: Pick up from your hotel in the Old Quarter area and departure for Ninh Binh.
09h15: Have a short break for relaxing at a stop-over about 20 minutes.
10h00- 10h30: Arrive at Hoa Lu, the ancient capital of Vietnam in the 10th century, visit the temples of King Dinh and King Le. Under the introduction of our local guide, you will get to know more about the Vietnamese history.
Taking a bike and start riding to explore beautiful scenery and limestone mountains with an unique route.
12h00: Enjoy buffet lunch at a local restaurant – goat meat dishes is the local specialty (Vegetarian foods are available)
13h30: Arrive Trang An and spend about 2,5 hours exploring Trang An– the core of natural heritage in a Sampan boat, rowed by a local people. Visit many limestone water caves along Sao Khe River and temple along the way. Discovering the wonderful tunnel cave systems: Sang cave, Toi cave, Nau Ruou cave…
15h45: Get back to limousine bus then leave for Mua Cave. Walk up almost 500 steps, you can reach the top of Lying Dragon Mountain & have an amazing panoramic view of Tam Coc from here.
17h00- 17h30: Leave Ninh Binh and drive back to Hanoi.
Accomodation : Hotel in Hanoi
day 6 & DAY 7 : hA LONG 2 DAYS 1 NIGHTS CRUISE
08:00 – 08:45: Begin your journey with a convenient pick-up from your hotel in Hanoi’s Old Quarter. Embark on a picturesque drive to Halong Bay, pausing for a 30-minute break to stretch and refresh along the way.
11:45: Arrive at the Tuan Chau International Cruise Port and check in to the luxurious Arcady Boutique Cruise. Savor a refreshing welcome drink as you await embarkation.
12:30: Delight in a sumptuous buffet lunch as the cruise sets sail, gliding past the awe-inspiring limestone karsts that define the beauty of Halong Bay.
14:00: Luon cave excursion on bamboo rowing boat by locals or kayaking. This is one of the must-do activities in the bay
15:30: Embark on an excursion to Titop Island, where you can revel in the crystal-clear emerald waters with a refreshing swim or ascend to the island’s summit for breathtaking panoramic views of the bay.
17:00: Return to the cruise to enjoy a captivating Sunset Party on the sundeck. Participate in a delightful cooking class where you’ll learn to prepare traditional Vietnamese dishes.
18:30: Indulge in a lavish dinner served onboard.
20:00 – 22:00: Unwind with a variety of evening activities, including board games, karaoke, or squid fishing. Conclude your day with a restful overnight stay in your elegantly appointed luxury cabin.
06:30: Begin your day early, immersing yourself in the tranquil beauty of Halong Bay’s morning. Delight in a light breakfast served on board.
07:30: Discover the wonders of Sung Sot (Surprise) Cave, one of the largest and most magnificent caves in Halong Bay.
09:00: Return to the cruise and indulge in a sumptuous buffet brunch as the vessel gracefully makes its way back to the harbor.
10:30: Complete the check-out process and disembark at Tuan Chau Port, bidding farewell to the enchanting bay.
12:00: Board the bus for your return journey to Hanoi, reaching the capital city by late afternoon, leaving you with cherished memories of your adventure.
DAY 8 : Relaxing in Hanoi – Airport Transfer – End of Tour
Enjoy your final moments in Hanoi with some free time to relax or explore the charming streets of the Old Quarter at your own pace.
At the scheduled time, our driver will pick you up and transfer you to the airport for your departure flight.
PRICE : 295$ / person
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- Transportation : Airport Pick up and drop off , shuttle bus in all tours ( Sapa, Ha Long, Ninh Binh )
- English Speaking tour guide in all tours.
- Meals :Meals as indicated in itinerary
- Entrance fees : All entrance fee ticket, kayaking, bamboo boat.
- Bungalow/ homestay in Sapa Tour
- Deluxe Cabin in Halong Cruise
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Accommodation in Hanoi
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Beverages : in all meals
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Tips and Personal expenses
