Hanoi Arrival and Food Tour (Lunch or Dinner)

Old Quarter - A private car will collect you from the airport and take you to your hotel. After a brief rest, enjoy a Hanoi Private Street Food Tour. This 3-hour walking tour allows you to delve into Hanoi’s culture and history through its vibrant street food scene. Unlike other major cities, Hanoi’s street food is more than just hot dog carts and pretzel stands. You’ll have the chance to sample 10 different dishes at local food stalls and family-run eateries, including Pho (beef/chicken noodle), Bun Cha (grilled pork with noodle), Banh Mi (Vietnamese bread), Banh Cuon (steamed rice pancake), Banh Xeo (fried rice pancake), Nom Bo Kho (green papaya salad with dried beef), Thit Xien Nuong (street pork barbecue), Banh Ran Ngot (sweet rice donut), Che (Vietnamese dessert), and Ca Phe Trung (egg coffee).

Hanoi - Halong Bay Full Day (Lunch)

Tuan Chau Island - 8:45 AM – 9:15 AM: Hotel pick-up (around the Old Quarter) and travel via the new Highway (Hanoi-Hai Phong-Quang Ninh). Take a rest stop along the way.
11:45 AM-12 PM: Arrive at Tuan Chau Island.
Welcome aboard and enjoy a traditional Vietnamese lunch with seafood while cruising past stunning rock formations like Insense Bunner and Cock Fighting.

Sung Sot Cave - 1:30 PM-2:45 PM: Explore Sung Sot, the Surprising Grotto, the longest, largest, and most beautiful grotto in Ha Long Bay.

Ti Top Island - 2:45 PM: Discover Luon Cave (water cave) with options for kayaking or a bamboo boat ride, or simply relax on the boat.
3:45 PM: Visit Titop Island for swimming on the beach or trekking to Titop Peak for panoramic bay views.
4:30 PM: Enjoy a Sunset Party on the boat with red wine, French fries, cakes, fruits, and more.
4:45 PM-6 PM: Return to Ha Long Harbour.
8:30 PM-8:45 PM: Arrive back in Hanoi.

Hoa Lu - Trang An - Hang Mua (Lunch)

Hoa Lu Temples of the Dinh & Le Dynasties - 7:30 AM – 8 AM: Friendly guide pick-up and departure for Ninh Binh Province.
9:15 AM: Short 15-20 minute break to relax.
10:30 AM: Visit Hoa Lu, the ancient capital of Vietnam from 968 to 1010, and learn about Vietnamese history during the Dinh, Le, and Ly Dynasties.
11:45 AM: Enjoy a buffet lunch featuring local dishes like goat meat, fish, chicken, fried rice, and more. Vegetarian options are available.

Trang An Grottoes - 1 PM: Visit Trang An, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2014. Known for its stunning tunnel cave system, it was chosen as a filming location for the 2016 “Kong: Skull Island” movie. A 2-hour boat trip will showcase its beauty.
3 PM: Continue the tour with a 45-minute cycling excursion around the village to experience local life.

Mua Caves - 3:45 PM: Return to the Limousine Bus and head to Mua Cave. Climb nearly 500 steps to reach the top of Lying Dragon Mountain for a breathtaking panoramic view of Tam Coc.
5 PM: Board the bus back to Hanoi.
7 PM: Drop-off at your hotel in Hanoi.

Hanoi – Sapa - Cat Cat Village by Transfer (Lunch, Dinner)

Cat Cat Village - Embark on a two-day guided journey from Hanoi to Sapa. Enjoy an overnight stay in the northern Vietnamese mountains, trek to ethnic minority villages, immerse in local culture, and savor local cuisine.

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1: Hanoi to Sapa and Short Trek

(Lunch, Dinner)
Meet the tour guide for the bus ride to Lao Cai and Sapa (approximately 5 hours). Check into your hotel, then explore Sapa, visiting the market and old cathedral, and meet Black H’mong and Red Zao ethnic minorities selling handicrafts.

Savor a Vietnamese lunch before trekking through Cat Cat Village, visiting local homes and experiencing warm hospitality. (Trekking distance approximately 2.5 km; duration about 2 hours)

Return to the hotel for dinner at 5:00 PM and overnight stay in Sapa.

Sapa - Y Linh Ho - Lao Chai - Ta Van - Back to Hanoi by Transfer (Breakfast, Lunch)

Y Linh Ho - 7:00 AM: Enjoy breakfast at the hotel.
9:00 AM: Begin the tour from the hotel: Y Linh Ho - Lao Chai - Ta Van.
Ta Van Village is nestled in the misty clouds, far from Sapa’s bustling streets. Its natural beauty is preserved by over 110 households. While a day trip is possible, many opt to stay overnight at a homestay in Ta Van Village to fully experience the culture of minority groups other than the H’mong, one of the most prominent in the Sapa region.
Lunch is served around 12:30 PM.
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM: Depart Sapa by bus. Arrive back in Hanoi around 9 PM - 10 PM.

Lao Chai - Visit ethnic local villages.

Ta Van Village - Revel in the breathtaking scenery of terraced rice fields.

Free Time Until Airport Transfer for Departure Flight. Trip Ends!

Old Quarter - Enjoy free time until the airport transfer for your departure flight. Trip concludes!

• 3-star Deluxe Mountain View room in Sapa
• Convenient airport pick-up and drop-off
• All entrance fees included
• Meals provided: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
• Professional English-speaking guide
• Comfortable Limousine bus transfers: Hanoi – Sapa round trip
• Pick-up and drop-off service within Hanoi’s Old Quarter

• Personal expenses, tips and gratuities
• Accomodation in Hanoi
• Drinks on cruise

Start and end in Hanoi! With the In-depth Cultural tour Highlight Ha Noi 6 Days 5 nights (Hanoi - Sapa - Halong - Ninh Binh ), you have a 6 days tour package taking you through Hanoi, Vietnam and 3 other destinations in Vietnam. Highlight Ha Noi 6 Days 5 nights (Hanoi - Sapa - Halong - Ninh Binh ) includes accommodation in a hotel as well as an expert guide, meals, transport and more.

• Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.