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Northern Vietnam Enchantment

10 days
Start and end in Hanoi
5.0
4 traveler reviews

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In-depth Cultural
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Medium Intensity
Travelers should be comfortable with somewhat-demanding activities
Guided in English
Other languages on request: French
All Ages Welcome
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Arrival in Hanoi

    Start point
    Noi Bai International Airport, Sóc Sơn, Hanoi, 12200, Vietnam (WELCOME TO VIETNAM)

    Optional Activities

    • Stroll around the neighborhood
    • Explore Hoan Kiem Lake
    • Discover Hanoi's culinary scene
    Landmarks
    Hoan Kiem Lake
  2. Day 2

    Hanoi Cycling and Cultural Tour

    Meals
    Lunch

    Included Activities

    • Morning cycling tour to Long Bien Bridge
    • Cycling through Red River alluvial grounds and plantations
    • Visit Temple of Literature
    • Visit Vietnam Women's Museum
    • Visit Hanoi Hilton Prison
    • Traditional water puppet show
    Landmarks
    Long Bien Bridge
    West Lake
    Temple of Literature
    Vietnam Women's Museum
    Hanoi Hilton Prison
  3. Day 3

    Hanoi to Luc Yen

    Meals
    Lunch (Delicious lunch at a charming stilt house with the Tay people), Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Scenic drive to Luc Yen
    • Walking tour of Lam Thuong valley
    • Cultural immersion with Tay ethnic group
    Landmarks
    Lam Thuong Valley
  4. Day 4

    Luc Yen to Sapa

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch

    Included Activities

    • 2.5-hour trek through Luc Yen rainforest and limestone mountains
    Landmarks
    Luc Yen Region
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  5. Day 5

    Sapa Mountain Trek

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Downhill trek through Muong Hoa Valley rice terraces
    • Visit Y Linh Ho H'mong village
    • Cultural experience with Black H'mong ethnic group at Lao Chai
    • River crossing
    Landmarks
    Muong Hoa Valley
    Y Linh Ho
    Lao Chai
  6. Day 6

    Fansipan Mountain and Tram Ton Pass

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch at a charming restaurant)

    Included Activities

    • 20-minute cable car ride to Fansipan Mt. peak
    • Explore pagoda at summit
    • Climb 600 steps to reach the summit
    • Drive through Tram Ton Pass
    Landmarks
    Fansipan Mountain
    Tram Ton Pass
    Muong Hoa Valley
    Itinerary Image 1
  7. Day 7

    Mu Cang Chai Rice Terraces Trek

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Packed lunch amidst the serene rice terrace surroundings)

    Included Activities

    • Full-day trekking through Mu Cang Chai rice terraces
    • Interaction with local farmers
    • Learn about traditional rice cultivation techniques
    Landmarks
    Mu Cang Chai Rice Terraces
  8. Day 8

    Mu Cang Chai to Hanoi

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch in Tu Le)

    Included Activities

    • Stop at Khau Pha Pass for views and photos
    • Gentle trek through Tu Le Valley
    • Walking through rice fields
    Landmarks
    Khau Pha Pass
    Tu Le Valley
  9. Day 9

    Hanoi to Halong Bay Cruise

    Meals
    Lunch (Delicious lunch served on board), Dinner (Delectable dinner on the boat at sunset)

    Included Activities

    • Cruise through Halong Bay limestone karsts
    • Guided cave tour
    • Optional swimming or kayaking

    Optional Activities

    • Swimming
    • Kayaking
    • Relaxing on sun deck
    Landmarks
    Halong Bay
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  10. Day 10

    Halong Bay to Departure

    End point
    Noi Bai International Airport, Sóc Sơn, Hanoi, 12200, Vietnam (GOODBYE AND SEE YOU SOON)
    Meals
    Breakfast, Brunch (Brunch served on board as the cruise returns to pier)

    Included Activities

    • Sunrise viewing over Halong Bay
    • Tai Chi session on sundeck
    • Final cruise exploration of Halong Bay
    Landmarks
    Halong Bay
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Rating
5(4 reviews)
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    February 26th, 2019
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Good to Know

Tour ID: 149948

  • Currency
    Dong
    Vietnam
  • Plugs & Adapters

    As a traveler from USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa you will need an adaptor for type G.

    Type G
    Vietnam
  • Vaccines
    • These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
    • Typhoid - Recommended for Vietnam. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Hepatitis A - Recommended for Vietnam. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Cholera - Recommended for Vietnam. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Tuberculosis - Recommended for Vietnam. Ideally 3 months before travel.
    • Hepatitis B - Recommended for Vietnam. Ideally 2 months before travel.
    • Rabies - Recommended for Vietnam. Ideally 1 month before travel.
    • Yellow fever - Certificate of vaccination required if arriving from an area with a risk of yellow fever transmission for Vietnam. Ideally 10 days before travel.
    • Japanese B encephalitis - Recommended for Vietnam. Ideally 1 month before travel.
  • Visa
    • Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
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    • For any tour departing before July 1st, 2026 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after July 1st, 2026, a minimum payment of 20% is required to confirm your booking with Custom Vietnam Travel. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 60 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
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