Itinerary
- Intro
Introduction
- Day 1
Hanoi
Hanoi- Start point
- Hanoi, Vietnam (Noi Bai International Airport, Noi Bai International Airport, Sóc Sơn, Huyện Sóc Sơn, Hanoi 140800, Vietnam)
- Accommodation
- Hotel 3* (Au Coeur D'hanoi Hotel), Hotel 4* (The Q Hotel Hanoi), Hotel 5* (Meritel Hanoi)
Optional Activities
- Explore the Old Quarter
- Visit local boutiques and traditional craft shops
- Sample street food from local vendors
- Visit lively cafés
- Day 2
Hanoi - Hoa Lu - Tam Coc - Mua Cave
Hanoi - Hoa Lu - Tam Coc - Mua Cave- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Menu lunch with Vietnamese dishes at local restaurant)
- Accommodation
- Hotel 3* (Au Coeur D'hanoi Hotel), Hotel 4* (The Q Hotel Hanoi), Hotel 5* (Meritel Hanoi)
Included Activities
- Visit Hoa Lu Ancient Citadel with Dinh King Temple and Le King Temple
- Leisure cycling on rural roads
- Sampan boat trip through Tam Coc (three caves)
- Trek to Mua Cave and Ngoa Long mountain top
- Pick-up from hotel in Old Quarter of Hanoi
- English-speaking guide with 2 bottles of water per person
Landmarks Hoa Lu Ancient Citadel Dinh King Temple Le King Temple Tam Coc Mua Cave Ngoa Long Mountain - Day 3
Hanoi to Ha Long Bay
Hanoi to Ha Long Bay- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Freshly prepared lunch on board), Dinner (Delicious seafood dinner served on board featuring local specialties and fresh regional ingredients)
- Accommodation
- Hotel 3* (Le Journey Luxury Cruises), Hotel 4* (La Casta Cruise), Hotel 5* (Peony Cruises)
Included Activities
- Cruise through Ha Long Bay among limestone islands and karst formations
- Kayaking through tranquil lagoons
- Onboard and outdoor activities
Optional Activities
- Optional evening activities offered by the cruise
Landmarks Ha Long Bay - Day 4
Ha Long Bay to Hanoi
Ha Long Bay to Hanoi- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast on board), Lunch (Lunch on board)
- Accommodation
- Hotel 3* (Au Coeur D'hanoi Hotel), Hotel 4* (The Q Hotel Hanoi), Hotel 5* (Meritel Hanoi)
Included Activities
- Sunrise viewing over Ha Long Bay
- Tai Chi session on sundeck
- Visit limestone cave with stalactites and stalagmites
- Cruising through Ha Long Bay scenery
Optional Activities
- Explore the vibrant Hanoi Old Quarter
- Sample local street food
- Shop for souvenirs
Landmarks Ha Long Bay - Day 5
Hanoi to Sa Pa - Y Linh Ho to Lao Chai to Ta Van Village
Hanoi to Sa Pa - Y Linh Ho to Lao Chai to Ta Van Village- Meals
- Lunch (Delicious lunch featuring authentic Vietnamese cuisine in Sa Pa Town), Dinner (Home-cooked dinner with Giay host family; may include preparation of traditional local dishes)
- Accommodation
- Home-stay (Homestay in Sapa)
Included Activities
- Sleeper bus journey from Hanoi to Sa Pa
- Welcome drink and tour briefing in Sa Pa Town
- Trek through rice terraces and Muong Hoa Stream (approximately 9 km, around 3.5 hours)
- Visit Lao Chai Village (Black H'mong people)
- Visit Ta Van Village (Giay ethnic minority)
- Traditional homestay in Ta Van Village
- All entrance fees
- English-speaking guide
Optional Activities
- Visit nearby local bar for music and socializing
Landmarks Sa Pa Town Y Linh Ho Village Lao Chai Village Ta Van Village Muong Hoa Stream Hoang Lien Son Mountain Range - Day 6
Ta Van to Giang Ta Chai Village to Sa Pa to Hanoi
Ta Van to Giang Ta Chai Village to Sa Pa to Hanoi- Meals
- Breakfast (Hearty breakfast prepared by host family), Lunch (Lunch at local restaurant in Sa Pa Town)
- Accommodation
- Hotel 3* (Au Coeur D'hanoi Hotel), Hotel 4* (The Q Hotel Hanoi), Hotel 5* (Meritel Hanoi)
Included Activities
- Trek through rice terraces and bamboo forest to Giang Ta Chai Village (approximately 4 km, around 2 hours)
- Scenic viewpoint overlooking Giang Ta Chai Village
- Cross Giang Ta Chai Bridge
- All entrance fees
- English-speaking guide
Optional Activities
- Browse local shops in Sa Pa Town
- Explore Sa Pa Town at your own pace
Landmarks Giang Ta Chai Village Giang Ta Chai Bridge Sa Pa Town - Day 7
Hanoi Departure
Hanoi Departure- End point
- Hanoi, Vietnam (Noi Bai International Airport, Noi Bai International Airport, Sóc Sơn, Huyện Sóc Sơn, Hanoi 140800, Vietnam)
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Explore the city
- Shop for last-minute souvenirs
- Relax at a local café
