Vietnam - 3 Famous Attractions in the North to Hanoi - Sapa - Halong

7 days / 6 nights

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Overview

Spend seven days in northern Vietnam and visit three must-see destinations: Hanoi, Sapa, and Halong Bay. The "Vietnam: 3 Renowned Northern Attractions: Hanoi, Sapa, and Halong" tour promises an enriching experience that includes the significant cultural heritage of historic Hanoi, the captivating ethnic diversity of Sapa, and the enchanting wonders of Halong Bay, a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Begin your journey in Hanoi, a city steeped in history and adorned with numerous cultural landmarks. Visit famous sights and relax in tree-lined boulevards and parks. See the captivating traditional Water Puppet show, a rural Vietnamese festival art form. After exploring the capital's history and culture, Sapa offers a completely different experience. Discover this region's endless mountains, dense forests, and terraced fields. Explore the rich tapestry of ethnic minority cultures while enjoying the refreshing coolness of Sapa's climate, which renews the soul. Conquering Fansipan, the highest peak in Vietnam, located on the Hoàng Liên Sơn mountain range, is an unforgettable experience. Meet charming locals known for their high-quality handcrafted goods with ethnic identity. Sapa has a diverse range of activities, from relaxation and cultural exploration to physical pursuits like trekking and hiking. After the mountain adventure, visit Ha Long Bay, where the sea, limestone formations, and intricate cave systems blend nicely. Freshly caught seafood and stunning scenery are available here. Explore fairytale-like caves and go on fishing expeditions with local fishermen, engaging in water-based entertainment.

This three-part journey represents Vietnam's diverse landscapes: the plains, the mountains, and the sea, each with its own distinct scenery, culture, and historical significance, making it an unforgettable experience.

Reviews from our customers:
"Looking for the best tours in northern Vietnam? It was absolutely perfect! Everything was wonderful! Our guide was really kind and gave us much of local knowledge. She recommended wonderful eateries for us to try. Hiking through rice fields, visiting quaint towns, and taking the cable car up Fansipan mountain were amazing! Highly recommend!"

Trip code: ADV0001VN7D

Destination: Vietnam

Itinerary

Arrive in Hanoi - Noi Bai International Airport. You will be met at the airport by your English speaking guide and transfer to your hotel in downtown Hanoi.

Overnight in Hanoi.

Distance    Noi Bai Airport – Hanoi Central: 30 km -> 50 minute transfer
08:00A.m: We will visit the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum & Museum, the One Pillar Pagoda, The French colonial Styled Presidential Palace, and the historical Temple of Literature, the first university of VietNam, built in 1070 in honor of Confucius

In the afternoon we will see the Museum of Ethnology and then attend a traditional Water Puppet show. This art originates from rural festivals in Vietnam. The artists – men and women – stand waist-deep in the water to manipulate the puppets, making them move about, talk and laugh and even dance on the surface of the water. The audience is meant to experience the atmosphere of a village festival. Then visit Hoan Kiem Lake (The Restored Sword Lake) and the Ngoc Son Temple, which is on an island in the northern part of the lake. We will enjoy a Cyclo tour along the narrow streets of the Old Quarter of Hanoi. The Old Quarter includes 36 old streets with each name representative of the type of merchandise sold in it.

Note: Please kindly note that Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum (the inside) will be opened only in the morning. It will be closed every Monday and Friday. Besides the outside of Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, you can still visit Ba Dinh Square, Presidential Palace, Ho Chi Minh’s House on Stilt, and One pillar pagoda as usual. The Museum of Ethnography also closed every Monday." 

After dinner at local restaurant, we will transfer to Station to Lao Cai.

Overnight in train (Cabin 4 bed) 

6.30a.m: arrive at Lao Cai, pick up at Lao Cai Station then transfer to Sapa. You will have breakfast and some time for a rest. 

Then we will trek around Sapa, about 12 km, to Lao Chai village and keep going along Muong Hoa Valley - the bottom of the Sapa Valley to get to Ta Van village which is supposed to be the most beautiful one in the area. These are Black H’Mong and Dzay ethnic villages. We will visit the people in their homes, visit schools and observe how they work the terraced rice fields surrounding the villages. It is an opportunity to admire the most beautiful rice terraces of Sapa and to meet the inhabitants, the children. The afternoon will be at leisure so you can explore Sapa for yourself the church of the Madonna del Rosario, the Sapa market, a lively meeting place for the various ethnic groups in the area and where the red Dzao and the black H'mong and the Kinh sell their products.

Overnight in a hotel in Sapa.

8:00: After breakfast in the hotel, the driver and tour guide take you to Cable Car Station in Muong Hoa Valley and spend 20 minutes with a cable car to enjoy the spectacular scenery.

9:00: Reach the altitude of 2800 meters, you have a good time to see the view and take photos, visit pagoda the spiritual destinations, and trek up to 600 steps you will reach the peak of Fansipan - the Roof of Indochina. You will spend half of a day enjoying all the beauty of Fansipan Legend with Bamboo Garden, Bao An Thien Tu, Bich Van Thien……From the cable car, you can see it is the primitive forest Hoang Lien Son, poetic Muong Hoa, the magnificent Hoang Lien Son mountain range, etc. The higher you go, the more clouds you see, the temperature will also decrease and the wind can make your cable swing a little. Do not fear. It is just a little challenge for your courage!

12:30: Lunch in the restaurant in Fansipan.

13:30: Come back to Cable Car Station and return to Sapa town.

14:30 - 15.45: Relax and discover Sapa town by yourself with some souvenirs, Meet all group members at the hotel to get ready for Hanoi.

16.30: Get on the bus to go back to Lao Cai station.

Dinner at your account

Overnight at the A/C soft sleeper cabin to Hanoi (schedule: 21:15 – 05:30)

After breakfast, drive to Halong Bay (3 hours), a UNESCO World Heritage site. Whoever comes to Vietnam should not miss the chance to visit Halong Bay, a picturesque blend of harmonious transition between the mountains and the sea.

The program will be changed depending on which cruise choosing.

Halong Bay is in the Bac Bo (Tonkin) Gulf and stretches over an area of 1,500 km2 with three thousand green islands that look like jewels. Upon arrival at the harbor, we will embark on a junk. We will enjoy a fresh seafood lunch on the boat while experiencing the majestic beauty of Halong Bay. The Junk is a wooden sailboat designed in a traditional Vietnamese style while offering a full range of modern amenities.

Visit the fascinating Dau Go Cave called “The Cave of Marvels” and Thien Cung Cave, the “Heavenly Palace Cave” surrounded by spectacular stalactites and stalagmites.

After dinner, enjoy fishing with local fishermen. The reflection of the limestone outcrops, the sight of fishing boats lit up in the darkness; enjoy these precious moments in one of the most breathtaking landscapes in the world.

Overnight on board the junk.

Morning alarm to practice Tai Chi and admire the sunrise. Coffee and biscuits on the junk. Continuation of the cruise to visit the caves and brunch on board before landing. Return by car to Ha Noi with a stop on the way to visit the pagoda of But Thap, one of the most beautiful pagodas in Vietnam. Upon arrival in Hanoi, check in the hotel. 

Hanoi departure. Free time at leisure for last-minute shopping before transferring to the airport for departure home

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Inclusions

  • Accommodation in the category chosen or similar (we haven't blocked any room yet) based on double/twin sharing with daily breakfast. 01 nite in Hanoi, 02 nites on train, 01 nite in Sapa, 01 nite on cruise
  • All local boat rentals as mentioned in the program.
  • Transfer from and to the airports by private vehicle with A/C. Transportation by private vehicle with A/C.
  • Local English speaking guide(s) in Vietnam.
  • Meals as mentioned in the program. B: 5 Breakfast, L: Lunch, D: Dinner.
  • All entrance fees and sightseeing as mentioned in the program. Mineral Water (01 bottle/pax/day)
  • Superior train Hanoi – Lao Cai and Lao Cai – Hanoi. Air-conditioned cabin with soft sleeper berths (04pax/ cabin).
  • 01 FOC in ½ Twin room for group of 16pax onward (excluding internal airfares and visas).
  • Insurance during tour in Vietnam

Exclusions

  • Late check out or Early check in
  • Visa fee upon arrival in Vietnam (25 USD for one 1 month or 3 month single entry visa). International flight/ Domestic flight tickets and airport taxes.
    All internal/ regional flight tickets in economy class with/without departure tax.
  • Tips & personal expenses. Personal insurance. Any service not clearly mentioned in the program.

Accommodation

First : 3-Star Hotel

Superior : 4-Star Hotel

Deluxe : 5-Star Hotel

Important Info

PRICE IN USD PER PAX (in a private tour for a group of 2-6 adults)

IMPORTANT INFO


Cancellation Policy


1. Cancellations must be advised by email / fax

2. The cancellation fees will apply:
  • Cancelation 30 days prior to arrival date: USD 50 per person will be charged.
  • Cancelation from 20 days to 30 days prior to arrival date: 30% of total invoice amount will be charged
  • Cancelation from 10 days to 20 days prior to arrival date: 50% of total invoice amount will be charged
  • Cancelation less than 10 days prior to arrival date or no-show: 100% of total invoice invoice amount will be charged

Refund Policy

If tour participants buy additional services which are not included in their program, the service fee will be charged on spot.
If tours participants cancel some services and / or portion of the tour program at their will during the trip, reimbursements shall not be made for these unused services and /or portions.
If in the course of the trip, an illness or mishap befalls a tour participant that entails extra services and /or medical attention arranged by company, all the related additional costs shall be defrayed by the participant himself or herself on the spot.

From

$509/Pax

Applied for group 16-20 persons