Hanoi Arrival- Airport Pick Up - Overnight in Hanoi (L)

Noi Bai International Airport - Upon arrival at the airport, guests will be warmly welcomed and transferred to their hotel by private car, according to their flight details.

Old Quarter - After checking in at the hotel and taking a short rest, at 17:30, a tour guide will meet guests at the hotel to begin a walking food tour in the “36 streets” of the Old Quarter. This tour includes visits to renowned food stalls, local restaurants, and shops, where guests can observe and taste unique dishes. Overnight stay at a hotel in Hanoi.

Hanoi - Halong Bay Overnight Cruise (B/L/D)

Old Quarter - 07:45 – 08:30: Guests will be picked up from their hotel in Hanoi’s Old Quarter to travel to Ha Long Bay. The distance from Hanoi to Ha Long is 180 kilometers, taking approximately 2.5 – 3 hours.

Tuan Chau Island - 11:30: Upon arrival at the lobby in Tuan Chau Marina, guests can stretch while staff handle registration with local authorities.

Halong Bay - 12:00 – 12:30: After a brief tender transfer, the cruise captain and staff will welcome guests onboard. A refreshing welcome drink will be served, followed by a short cruise briefing and safety instructions.
12:30 – 13:00: The cruise sets sail to Ha Long Bay, one of the New Seven Natural Wonders of the World. Lunch is served on board as the cruise passes stunning limestone karst formations rising impressively from the sea.
14:00 – 14:30: Guests will disembark to explore Sung Sot Cave, also known as Surprise or Amazing Cave, one of the largest and most beautiful caves in Ha Long Bay. A visit to Titop Island for swimming or hiking is also included. A cooking class is available before dinner on the boat. After dinner, guests can enjoy activities such as karaoke and squid fishing or relax with drinks from the bar. The rest of the evening is at leisure.

Halong Bay - Hanoi (B/L)

Halong Bay - 06:15 – 07:00: Breakfast is served, offering a wonderful opportunity to enjoy the meal with a magnificent sunrise view over Ha Long Bay.
8:00 - 9:30: The cruise approaches the center of the Natural Preservation Area. Guests can join a guide for a short trip to Luon Cave, a natural wonder showcasing karst mountain formations. Kayaking is available for personal exploration. Lucky guests may capture photos of playful monkeys on the cliffs.
9:30: Guests return to the cruise for check-out.
10:00: A delightful lunch is served as the cruise returns.
11:35: Disembarkation occurs at the quayside in the south of the bay, and guests will depart for Hanoi via shuttle. The distance from Hanoi to Ha Long is 180 kilometers, taking approximately 2.5 – 3 hours.

Old Quarter - 15:30 – 16:00: Guests return to their hotel in Hanoi’s Old Quarter and have free time to explore the area.

Hanoi - Ninh Binh One Day Tour - Overnight on Train to Sapa (B/L)

Ninh Binh - After breakfast and hotel check-out, guests can leave their bags at the hotel storage before spending the day in Ninh Binh.
8:00: Guests are picked up at their hotel and head to Ninh Binh, a 2-hour drive with beautiful roadside scenery. Upon arrival in Ninh Binh province, guests will visit Hoa Lu, the ancient Royal Capital of Vietnam. The tour continues to Tam Coc, where lunch is served at a nice restaurant before boarding a small sampan to explore Tam Coc, meaning “Three Caves.” The area offers Halong-like views of majestic limestone cliffs, mysterious caves, and countryside sights such as peaceful streams, rice paddies, and green fields.

Old Quarter - 20:30: Guests are picked up at their hotel and guided to the train station for their train cabin.
22:00: The train departs from Hanoi to Lao Cai station. Overnight on the train.

Hanoi Railway Station - Overnight train journey from Hanoi Railway Station to Lao Cai Train Station for a 2-day Sapa Trekking adventure.

Sapa Trekking Village - Overnight in Homestay (B/L/D)

Lao Cai - Around 06:30 am, guests are greeted by a tour guide and driver upon arrival at Lao Cai train station and transferred to Sapa village by a shared tourist bus. The bus ride to Sapa takes just over an hour, offering glimpses of stunning vistas and impressive rice terraces.

Sapa - Upon arrival at the hotel in Sapa, early check-in is available if rooms are ready. Otherwise, guests will have access to a basic room for refreshment before enjoying breakfast and embarking on the morning tour.

Ta Van Village - After lunch, guests will continue trekking through terraced rice fields to Ta Van, a village of the Dzay minority people. The trek is relatively easy, though the trail can be slippery if it rains, so good footwear is recommended.
• Trekking level: 6/10
• Trekking: 10 km trekking and 8 km driving from Ta Van village back to Sapa.
• Accommodation: Homestay in Ta Van
• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Sapa - Lao Cai Train - Hanoi Train Station - Finish Package Tour (B/L/D)

Giang Ta Chai Village - Breakfast is served at the homestay around 8:00 am. Trekking begins at 9:30 am, covering 8 km to visit two villages of the Red Dzao and H’mong (Giang Ta Chai & Su Pan). Guests will visit a beautiful waterfall and rattan bridge, enjoying landscapes through a bamboo forest on the way to the main road to catch a jeep back to Sapa. The tour concludes in Sapa by 3:00 pm.
• Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner are included
• Trekking level: 5/10
• 8 km of trekking, 12 km of driving back to Sapa.
• Tourist shared bus to Lao Cai Station

Sapa - After returning to Sapa Town, guests have free time to explore before the bus picks them up for the journey to Lao Cai Train Station to catch the night train back to Hanoi.

Lao Cai - Overnight train journey back to Hanoi City. The train arrives at Hanoi Railway Station between 5:30 am and 6:00 am the next day, concluding the package tour.

• 1 Night at Homestay in Sapa
• 2 Nights on the train (Hanoi - Lao Cai)
• Lunch
• Walking Food Tour in Old Quarter
• 2 Nights at Hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter Area
• Dinner
• Breakfast
• Entrance fees & local guide as program
• 1 Night on board in Halong Bay
• Transport/ Transfer as tour described

• Beverages, Tips & Personal Expenses,
• Holiday Surcharge

This 6-day journey will take travelers to the most remarkable destinations known as the best of Northern Vietnam. This tour package provides an ideal combination of a cruise through the stunning Ha Long Bay and an awe-inspiring mountain adventure, trekking and discovering the rich culture of the Sa Pa ethnic community. Additionally, there is an opportunity to embark on a boat trip to explore the natural cave landscapes, historical sites, and picturesque countryside of Ninh Binh, which will leave visitors in awe.

• Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
• A current valid passport is required on the day of travel

If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.