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Ha Noi City - Sapa - Cat Cat - Fansipan - Ninh Binh - Ha Long Bay. Northeast Vietnam tour itinerar
Day 01: Hanoi Arrival - Half Day City (If Time Permits)
Day 02: Hanoi - Sapa - Cat Cat Village - Group Tour
Day 03: Sapa - Fansipan - Hanoi - Group Tour
Day 04: Hanoi - Ninh Binh - Hoa Lu - Trang An - Mua Cave
Day 05: Hanoi - Ha Long Bay - Overnight Cruise
Day 06: Ha Long - Hanoi
Day 07: Departure
Day 02: Hanoi - Sapa - Cat Cat Village - Group Tour
Day 03: Sapa - Fansipan - Hanoi - Group Tour
Day 04: Hanoi - Ninh Binh - Hoa Lu - Trang An - Mua Cave
Day 05: Hanoi - Ha Long Bay - Overnight Cruise
Day 06: Ha Long - Hanoi
Day 07: Departure
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Day 1 Hanoi Arrival - Half Day City (If Time Permits)
Upon arrival at Noi Bai International Airport in Hanoi, proceed through immigration and collect your luggage. Our driver will escort you to your hotel in Hanoi.
Take some time to relax and unwind before beginning your exploration of Hanoi
12:00 you will be picked up by our tour guide to have lunch at a local restaurant nearby
After lunch, visit the Temple of Literature, a renowned Confucian temple and the site of Vietnam's first national university dedicated to Confucius and honors scholars and intellectuals.
Conclude your day with a visit to the Hoa Lo Prison Relic, also known as the "Hanoi Hilton." Originally built by the French colonialists to imprison political dissidents, the prison later gained international notoriety during the Vietnam War -
Day 2 Hanoi - Sapa - Cat Cat Village - Group Tour
6.00-6:20: Begin your journey with a scenic drive from Hanoi to Sapa. The journey typically takes around 5-6 hours, passing through picturesque landscapes, rural villages, and terraced rice fields along the way.
Arrive in Sapa town, a charming mountain retreat known for its stunning scenery and vibrant ethnic culture.
At noon, enjoy a traditional Vietnamese lunch at a local restaurant. Relax and savor your meal while taking in the stunning views of Fansipan Peak and the surrounding mountain ranges
Embark on a trekking adventure to Cat Cat Village, a traditional H'mong ethnic minority village nestled in the picturesque Muong Hoa Valley.
Upon reaching Cat Cat Village, take some time to explore the quaint village and immerse yourself in its tranquil ambiance. Marvel at the traditional stilt houses, vibrant handicrafts, and terraced rice fields that dot the landscape
Visit the Cat Cat Waterfall, a majestic cascade nestled amidst lush greenery, and enjoy the serene surroundings as you relax by the water's edge
17.00: Come back to Sapa Town. Have dinner and overnight in a hotel with night activities. -
Day 3 Sapa - Fansipan - Hanoi - Group Tour
7.00 – 8.30: Have breakfast at the hotel, and check out the room (Large luggage is kept in the hotel.)
Upon reaching the summit of Fansipan, disembark from the cable car and take in the awe-inspiring vistas from the observation deck. Marvel at the breathtaking landscapes stretching as far as the eye can see, and capture memorable photos of this iconic mountain peak
Spend some time exploring the summit area, which features a sacred pagoda, weather station, and various viewing platforms offering different perspectives of the surrounding scenery
12:00: Come back to Cable Car Station and return to Sapa town and have a set menu lunch at a local restaurant. Relax and enjoy yourself.
16:00: Bid farewell to Sapa and board your transportation for the return journey to Hanoi at the late evening -
Day 4 Hanoi - Ninh Binh - Hoa Lu - Trang An - Mua Cave
Start your day early with a scenic drive from Hanoi to Ninh Binh, which takes approximately 2-3 hours depending on the traffic
Upon arrival in Ninh Binh, begin your exploration at Hoa Lu Ancient Capital, the former political and cultural center of Vietnam during the Dinh and Early Le dynasties. Explore the historic temples, pagodas, and ancient citadel ruins.
After exploring Hoa Lu, take a break for lunch at a local restaurant nearby and continue your journey to Trang An, a breathtaking landscape characterized by limestone karst formations, lush greenery, and winding waterways. Board a traditional sampan boat for a scenic river cruise through the Trang An Grottoes, a UNESCO-listed site.
Conclude your day with a visit to Mua Cave, known for its panoramic views of the surrounding karst landscape. Embark on a short but challenging hike up the steep staircase to the peak of Ngoa Long Mountain, where Mua Cave is located. Reach the mountain summit and be rewarded with breathtaking panoramic views of Tam Coc, Ninh Binh's iconic karst scenery, and the winding Ngo Dong River below.
Board the transfer vehicle back to Hanoi. -
Day 5 Hanoi - Ha Long Bay - Overnight Cruise
8h15 – 8h30: After your breakfast, Begin your journey with a comfortable transfer from your hotel in Hanoi to Halong Bay. Arrive at Halong Bay's Tuan Chau Pier, where you'll board your cruise ship
Set sail across the emerald waters of Halong Bay, surrounded by towering limestone karsts and islets. Enjoy breathtaking panoramic views as you make your way towards Bo Hon Island, one of the bay's most scenic spots.
Disembark at Sung Sot Cave, also known as Surprise Cave, a magnificent limestone grotto adorned with stunning stalactites and stalagmites.
Return to your cruise ship for a delicious lunch featuring an array of fresh seafood, Vietnamese specialties, and international dishes.
After lunch, cruise to Ti Top Island, named after Russian cosmonaut Gherman Titov, who visited the island in 1962. Climb to the island's summit for breathtaking panoramic views of Halong Bay's iconic karst landscape or relax on the island's pristine sandy beach, swim in the crystal-clear waters.
Time to enjoy sunset in the sundeck with a cooking classs to learn how to cook some traditional classes
19:00: Dinner will be well served by cruise staff
21.00 – 22.00 Time to join squid fishing with the crew, sing karaoke or just laze around or relax in your cabin. -
Day 6 Ha Long - Hanoi
06.30 Welcome a new day with an amazing dawn on the Legendary Gulf of Tonkin. Refresh your body & soul with a Tai-chi lesson on sundeck.
Catch a morning view of seascapes with a cup of tea or coffee, and have breakfast while charming the labyrinth of Karst.
8:00 – 9.00 take a thrilling kayaking excursion to Luon Cave, a hidden gem nestled amidst towering limestone cliffs. Paddle through the tranquil waters of the cave's enclosed lagoon, surrounded by lush greenery and towering rock formations
Then relax yourself and check out before having brunch on the way back to the harbor.
12h00 – 16h30 Disembark and transfer back to Ha Noi City -
Day 7 Departure
Checking out of your accommodation. Enjoy a leisurely breakfast at your hotel.
Your private car will pick you up from your accommodation at the prearranged time. It’s time to say farewell and start your journey back beloved home. Wish you a safe flight!!!
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Airport Transfer, transportation with A/C as stated in the program -
Local English-speaking guide
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Accommodation hotel with daily breakfast as a program
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All sightseeing tickets as program
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Water on coach
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Boat trip as per tour (if any)
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Vietnam Letter (Invitation letter)
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Tax & Tips- Personal expenses, tips and gratuities
- International/Internal flights & departure taxes (if any)
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Travel insurance, personal insurance
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Beverage
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Vietnam visa stamp fee (25 USD/pax/single entry)
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Peak season or public holidays surcharge (if any)
Regulations
Expand allKID POLICY
- Kid from 0-4 yo (under 1 meter): free of charge if sharing the bed, seat, and meal with the parent.
- Kid from 5-7 yo: 50% of adults if stay with parents, share a bed, or use an extra bed, with maximum 1 kid. The second kid from 5-7yo will be charged as an adult.
- Kid from 8-10 yo: 75% of adults, use an extra bed and share a room with the parent.
- Kid from 11yo: charged as an adult
CANCELATION POLICY
- 7-14 days before the travel date: 50% of charge
- 1-6 days before the travel date: 100% of charge
- No show: 100% of charge
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