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Duration

9 Days/ 8 Nights

Tour Type

Specific Tour

Group Size

Unlimited

Languages

English/Other language upon request

About this tour

Tour Route: Hanoi – Ninh Binh – Hanoi – Sapa – Hanoi – Halong Bay – Hanoi

Discover a captivating 9-day journey through Northern Vietnam, immersing yourself in Hanoi’s vibrant culture, Ninh Binh’s serene landscapes, Sapa’s ethnic villages, and the majestic Halong Bay. This thoughtfully curated itinerary blends historic landmarks, authentic local experiences, and natural wonders, offering an unforgettable exploration of Vietnam’s rich heritage.

Highlights

  • Taste a variety of local dishes and explore Dong Xuan wholesale market in Hanoi’s Old Quarter
  • Visit historical sites like the Ho Chi Minh Complex, Temple of Literature, and more
  • Explore Hoa Lu, take a river sampan ride, and hike to Hang Mua for stunning views
  • Visit a grand Buddhist pagoda and enjoy a boat ride through scenic karst landscapes
  • Trek to ethnic minority villages in Sapa, witnessing terraced rice fields and immersing in local culture

Itinerary

Arrive in Hanoi and be warmly welcomed by your guide and driver for a transfer to your hotel. After a brief rest, stroll the bustling Old Quarter, sampling street foods like phở, rice pancakes, pillow cakes, and draught beer. Visit Dong Xuan Market to discover local ingredients, then savor Hanoi’s iconic egg coffee at a hidden café overlooking Hoan Kiem Lake. On Fridays, explore the vibrant night market and walking streets around the lake, immersing in weekend local life. Return to your hotel.
Overnight in Hanoi. Meals: Dinner

Begin at 8:00 AM with the Ho Chi Minh Complex, visiting the Mausoleum (closed Mondays/Fridays), Ho Chi Minh’s stilt house, and the historic One Pillar Pagoda from 1049. Explore Quan Thanh Temple, a Taoist relic from the Ly Dynasty, and Tran Quoc Pagoda, Hanoi’s oldest Buddhist site on West Lake. After lunch, visit Bat Trang Ceramic Village to mold clay and craft pottery. Tour the Temple of Literature, Vietnam’s first university built in 1070, and Hoan Kiem Lake’s Ngoc Son Temple, reached via The Huc Bridge. Conclude with a Water Puppet Show. Note: Dress modestly (no short clothing) for temples and the Mausoleum.
Overnight in Hanoi. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Depart at 8:00 AM for Ninh Binh, driving south through scenic rice fields and limestone peaks. Visit Hoa Lu, the 10th–11th-century ancient capital, exploring King Dinh and King Le Temples. After lunch, board a sampan on the Ngo Dong River to glide through Tam Coc’s three caves (Hang Ca, Hang Hai, Hang Ba), rowed by local women amidst karst landscapes. Climb 500 steps to Mua Cave’s Ngoa Long Mountain for panoramic views of Tam Coc and Ninh Binh. Check into your hotel.
Overnight in Ninh Binh. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After breakfast, visit Bai Dinh Spiritual and Cultural Complex, Northern Vietnam’s largest Buddhist site, featuring 500 La Han statues and a 10-meter, 100-ton bronze Buddha. After lunch, row through Trang An Eco-Tourism Complex, a UNESCO site with over 100 caves, 31 valleys, and diverse flora and fauna. Explore 3–6 caves, enjoying clear waters and lush scenery. Return to Hanoi and board a night train to Lao Cai for Sapa.
Overnight on train. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Arrive in Lao Cai at 6:00 AM and transfer to Sapa (1 hour). After breakfast, trek to Cat Cat Village, pausing at a waterfall and hydroelectric station. Walk through rice terraces and along a river to Y Linh Ho Village, home to Black H’mong people, for lunch by the river. Continue through Muong Hoa Valley to Lao Chai (Black H’mong) and Tavan (Giay minority) villages, marveling at scenic trails. Return to Sapa by car.
Overnight in Sapa. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Drive along National Road 4D to a trekking point northeast of Sapa. Trek uphill for 2 hours through a rocky valley to Sau Chua and Sa Seng, Black H’mong hamlets transitioning from nomadic to sedentary life, with rustic homes and stone walls. Enjoy lunch in the village. Ascend Den Thang Mountain to Hang Da Village at 1,800 meters, overlooking Muong Hoa Valley, and visit local homes. Walk 30 minutes to Thao Hong Den for stunning valley views, then descend to Pho Village in Hau Thao. Transfer to Lao Cai Station for the night train to Hanoi.
Overnight on train. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Arrive in Hanoi at 6:00 AM and rest briefly at La Rosa Hotel. Depart between 7:45–8:30 AM by shuttle bus to Tuan Chau Marina. Check in at La Regina Royal lounge with a welcome drink, then board the cruise at 12:30 PM for a safety briefing and itinerary overview. Enjoy a set-menu lunch while sailing through Halong Bay’s limestone karsts. At 3:00 PM, visit Luon Cave for kayaking or rowing, then explore Titov Island for swimming or hiking. Return for a sunset “Happy Hour” and learn to make spring rolls with the chef. Savor dinner at 7:00 PM (on the sundeck, weather permitting), followed by squid fishing or spa services (surcharge).
Overnight on board in Halong Bay. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Begin with a 6:00 AM Tai Chi session on the sundeck, followed by a light breakfast at 6:30 AM. Visit Sung Sot Cave at 7:30 AM, admiring panoramic bay views. Return to the cruise, check out by 9:00 AM, and enjoy a Vietnamese buffet brunch at 9:45 AM while sailing to the harbor. Disembark at 11:00 AM and transfer back to Hanoi (2.5–3 hours).
Overnight in Hanoi. Meals: Breakfast, Brunch
 

After breakfast, enjoy free time to explore Hanoi or relax until your driver transfers you to Noi Bai Airport for your departure flight, concluding your Northern Vietnam adventure.
Overnight: None. Meals: Breakfast

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Multi day

Language

English/Other language upon request

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