Scenic North Vietnam: Sapa & Halong Bay 06 Days

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Overview

Start/End: Hanoi/Hanoi
Route: Hanoi - Sapa - Halong Bay
Duration: 06 Days
Theme: Mountain & Minority, Nature & Discover
Tour type: Private tour
Tour schedule: Daily departure
Tour guide in: English, Français, Español, Deutsch, Italiano, Português

Highlight

Embark on an unforgettable 6-day journey to discover the breathtaking natural landscapes of Northern Vietnam. You'll explore the dynamic cultural heritage of Hanoi, immerse yourself in the rich ethnic traditions of Sapa, and cruise through the emerald waters of Halong Bay. This carefully crafted itinerary seamlessly blends cultural discovery with stunning scenery, ensuring a deeply immersive and memorable travel experience.

Notes

Hotel check-in: From 2:00 PM. Hotel check-out: Before 12:00 PM. Early check-in or late check-out is subject to availability and may incur additional charges.

Itinerary

Day by day itinerary Expand All

Day 1Sun, May 18, 2025
Hanoi
Arrival in Hanoi, airport pickup, discover Hanoi's travel highlights.
Landing at the Noi Bai airport, you are welcomed by professional tour guide and driver at the pickup lobby. Enjoy 45-minute driving to the city center (Hanoi Old Quarter) with city's briefing information about the most visited spots, culture, traffic and cuisine....Arrive in your hotel, check in and have a rest.
Note: Hotel check in time at 14.00
Get pick up by tour guide to the Temple of Literature which was built under the Ly dynasty in 11th century for worshipping Confucius and teaching Royal children. Enjoy a walk in the garden to the city’s symbol Khue Van Cac. You will then visit the World Heritage "stone steles” which shows the name of outstanding students. Continue to explore the Quoc Tu Giam which is considered as the first national university of Vietnam.
In the afternoon, you visit the French Quarter – it is a “little Paris” in Hanoi with tree-lined boulevards, government head offices and a big square. Visit (outside) Ho Chi Minh’s mausoleum before having a leisurely walk in the botanical gardens to visit the Presidential Palace, Ho Chi Minh’s house on stilts where he used to live and work. Towards the unique One – pillar pagoda which is one of the city’s symbols. It takes us from 1 to 2 hours to explore this complex, depending on the number of traveler.
Exploring the Hanoi Old Quarter which was built in the 15th century as a trading center in the capital city with 36 streets of different products. Despite the changes, the Old Quarter is always considered a live city museum. The unique tube houses, small alleys, temples, open door markets and street vendor foods come together in a beautiful harmony. Discovering the town by walking is the best way to stimulate all your senses.
Included:
English speaking guide
Meal: L
Transportation
Entrance fees
02 bottles of mineral water (500 ml)/pax/day
La Dolce Vita Hotel(Deluxe Room)
53 Hang Bo, Hoan Kiem district, Ha Noi City, Vietnam
https://ladolcevita-hotel.com
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Day 2Mon, May 19, 2025
Hanoi - Sapa 350km - 6h
Travel to Sapa, visit Cat Cat village.
Get a pick up by tour guide and driver for a journey from Hanoi to Sapa. The drive on new highway offers beautiful views of rural countryside, mountain and Red River.
Cat Cat Village of the Black Hmong, located in Muong Hoa valley and 3 km away from Sapa. Walk on the path to visit its wooden houses nested closed to beautiful waterfall.
Included:
English speaking guide
Meal: B, L
Transportation
Entrance fees
02 bottles of mineral water (500 ml)/pax/day
Amazing Sapa Hotel(Superior Room)
7A Dong Loi street, Sapa town, Lao Cai , Vietnam
http://amazinghotel.com.vn
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Day 3Tue, May 20, 2025
Sapa
Visit the Love Waterfall and take the cable car to reach the summit of Fansipan.
Included:
English speaking guide
Meal: B, L
Transportation
Entrance fees
Cable car: Fansipan
Amazing Sapa Hotel(Superior Room)
7A Dong Loi street, Sapa town, Lao Cai , Vietnam
http://amazinghotel.com.vn
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Day 4Wed, May 21, 2025
Sapa - Hanoi
Visit Lao Chai and Ta Van villages, then transfer back to Hanoi.
Included:
English speaking guide
Meal: B, L
Transportation
Entrance fees
02 bottles of mineral water (500 ml)/pax/day
La Dolce Vita Hotel(Deluxe Room)
53 Hang Bo, Hoan Kiem district, Ha Noi City, Vietnam
https://ladolcevita-hotel.com
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Day 5Thu, May 22, 2025
Hanoi - Halong Bay
Transfer to Halong, embark at Tuan Chau Port, cruise through Halong Bay, and explore Sung Sot Cave.
Pick up at your hotel (in the Hanoi Old Quarter). Enjoy 3-hour drive from Hanoi to Halong Bay. Your journey will pass the series of villages and rice fields in Red River Delta. Have a stop for drink and restroom. Continue your driving, arrive at the harbor around noon, get warmly welcomed at reception.
07:45 – 08:30: Our driver will pick you up from your hotel in Hanoi’s Old Quarter (for private transfers) or at our Shuttle Bus stop (for shared transfers). We'll head to Halong City.
11:30 – 12:00: Arrive at Tuan Chau Harbor. Transfer to the main boat by tender. Embark on Sena Cruise. Warmly welcome to Sena Cruise! While enjoying a welcome drink, our cruise manager will deliver a cruise briefing and safety introduction. After that, you will check in to your cabin.
13:00 – 13:30: A fabulous lunch is served as Sena Cruise starts her sail into magnificent Lan Ha Bay – an extension of Halong Wonder, much quieter with fewer tourists. She will pass thousands of uniquely shaped limestone towers and islands.
15:00: Visit the Dark and Bright Cave – famous for its pristine natural beauty and poetic, attractive seascape of Lan Ha Bay. Take photos of the romantic, lyrical local sights. This is the best time for tourists to enjoy bamboo boats or swimming, revealing the true beauty of the Limestone Mountains and the blue sky of Lan Ha Bay. Afterward, immerse in the emerald green water of Lan Ha Bay with exciting swimming activities.
17:00: Return to Sena Cruise and relax on the cruise. Enjoy our sunset time and the “Happy Hour Deal” in all bars on the cruise. You will also have a chance to join our cooking class to challenge your skills in preparing the famous Vietnamese spring rolls. Before dinner, our experienced captain will choose the most tranquil area to anchor for overnight.
19:00: Savor a deluxe dinner. After dinner, reward yourself with a large selection of cocktails at a panoramic bar or partake in onboard activities: squid fishing, karaoke. Stay overnight on the cruise.
Included:
Shuttle bus: Hanoi - Tuan Chau
English speaking guide (on board)
Meal: B, L, D
Boat: Halong bamboo boat
Entrance fees
Leisure: Squid fishing
Cooking class: Halong (on board) - cooking demonstration
Sena Cruise - 2D1N(Deluxe Balcony Cabin)
3b Dang Thai Than street, Hoan Kiem district, Ha Noi City, Vietnam
Website: http://senacruises.com
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Day 6Fri, May 23, 2025
Halong Bay - Hanoi
Explore Luon Cave by bamboo boat or kayak, return to Hanoi, and take your flight home.
06:00: Be an early bird for a photo hunt and join our Tai-chi session on the sundeck to refresh your body and mind.
07:00: Have a light breakfast. Sena Cruises continues her sail, passing amazing karst towers. Tea, coffee, and a light breakfast are served with fresh air and peaceful surroundings.
08:15: Explore Tra Bau Area. Join kayaking & swimming to explore the Tra Bau area – the famous filming location for Kong Skull Island (King Kong) in Quang Ninh in 2018.
09:30: Return to the boat for check-out.
10:00: Lunchtime. During the time, a well-prepared Set menu lunch is served. Sena Cruise slowly navigates emerald water and thousands of Karst Mountains towards the Harbor.
11:30 – 12:00: Return to Tuan Chau Port and disembark. Our driver will meet you at the port and bring you back to Hanoi. You are expected to arrive in Hanoi at about 3 PM.
Welcome by driver at the harbor then enjoy travel back to Hanoi. Have a rest at the middle of the way. Drop off at your hotel (in the Hanoi Old Quarter).
Private driver will pick you up at the hotel lobby (Hanoi Old Quarter) for about 45 minutes to Noi Bai airport (international or domestic hall according to your request). Thanks for the visit to our city.
Note: International flights require you to be at the airport 3 hours and domestic is 2 hours before departure time.
Included:
Shuttle bus: Halong - Hanoi
English speaking guide (on board)
Meal: B, L
Transportation
Entrance fees
Kayak: Halong
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Inclusions

English speaking tour guide following itinerary
All entrance fees and tickets mention on itinerary
Selected Accommodations with daily breakfast
Cruise: Sena Cruise - 2D1N
Boat: Halong bamboo boat
Transportation
Shuttle bus: Hanoi - Tuan Chau, Halong - Hanoi
Meal: Breakfast: 05, Lunch: 06, Dinner: 01
Kayak: Halong
Leisure: Squid fishing
Cooking class: Halong (on board) - cooking demonstration
Cable car: Fansipan
Service charges and Taxes

Exclusions

International flight from/to your country
Travel insurance
Personal expenses
Tipping and Gratuities
Other not mentioned in the program

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