5 days North Vietnam at a Glance:Hanoi, Halong bay & Sapa

If you’re getting tired of your usual city life, then it’s high time to part from it for a little bit. There are so many places to see outside of the city, and even outside of your own country. All you have to do is say “I am ready!”. A fulfilling adventure is waiting for you in the finest spots of Vietnam. So bring out the explorer in you and let this 5-day trip provide you with thrilling moments. The stunning natural landscapes of Sapa are perfect for trekking, and you will have a chance to experience it. After Sapa, head to Tuan Chau Harbour for an epic cruise through paradise known as Halong Bay. You won't just enjoy the fresh sea breeze, but also the lovely view of the limestone islands.

Itinerary

Day 1: Hanoi arrival

Stop At: Hanoi, Hanoi
Pick up at Hanoi airport to your Hanoi hotel. Tell me your detail flight information and we can pick up you on time
Duration: 30 minutes

No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight at the hotel

Day 2: Hanoi – Sapa by bus with a short trek to Cat Cat village

Stop At: Hanoi, Hanoi
6.30 – 7.00: Pick up from your hotel/stay, get on big bus and depart for Sapa.
9.30: Follow the highway to Lao Cai city with the first comfort break
Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Sapa, Sapa, Lao Cai Province
11.00: Second comfort break at Lao Cai city before approaching Sapa

13.00: Arrive Sapa Town with colorful traditional costumes of H’mong, Dzao, Tay ethnic People.
Welcome drink and itinerary briefing
Enjoy the lunch with local Vietnamese dishes, check-in procedures
14.30: A short drive to the gate of Cat Cat village which is home of Black H’mong ethnic people and is located near the bottom of a deep valley at the foot of Fansipan Peak. Our local guide will show you the daily life activities of the locals, trek down to the valley bottom to the waterfall where the French built a Hydraulic Power Station; stop for photo with bridge and waterfall then you will walk uphill for bus to pick up to get back to Sapa in the afternoon.

Trekking distance is about 2.5 kms and it lasts for 2 hours

17.00: Come back to Sapa Town. Have dinner and overnight in hotel with night activities.

Duration: 18 hours

Meals included:
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Accommodation included: Overnight at the hotel or local house

Day 3: Sapa – Hanoi by bus with a long trek Y Linh Ho – Lao Chai – Ta Van (B/L)

Stop At: Sapa, Sapa, Lao Cai Province
7.00 – 8.00: Have breakfast at hotel, check out the room and prepare light pack for trekking. (Big luggage keep in hotel store)

8.00: A short drive to Y Linh Ho then trek through the rice terraces and along Muong Hoa Stream to the Black Hmong village of Lao Chai to see the spectacular landscape of Hoang Lien Son Mountain after that heading to Ta Van village – home of Dzay ethnic people.

Trekking distance is about 9 kms and it lasts for 3.5 hours

11.30: Bus picks you up at Ta Van Bridge to Sapa.

12.30 – 13.30: Have lunch in the hotel.

13.30 – 14.45: Relax and leisure on your own, have shower in the public bathroom in the hotel if you want.

14.45 – 15.00: Meet all group members at hotel to get ready for Hanoi.


Duration: 18 hours

Stop At: Hanoi, Hanoi
15.30: Get on bus to go back to Hanoi with two comfort breaks.

21.15: We say goodbye to you at your hotel/stay. Trip ends.
Duration: 6 hours

Meals included:
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Accommodation included: Overnight at Hanoi hotel

Day 4: Hanoi – Halong bay (B,L,D)

Stop At: Halong Bay, Halong Bay, Quang Ninh Province
After breakfast in Hanoi, depart the capital for the 3hr 30mins drive to Halong Bay. Arrive to Halong City’s jetty (around noon) and proceed with check-in formalities. After a welcome onboard, lunch will be served while cruising towards the bay. In the afternoon, enjoy some sightseeing, on-board activities (depending on each boat’s itinerary) or just spend some time relaxing on the vessel. Towards the end of the day the boat sets anchor for the night among the karst formations. Dinner is served on board.
Duration: 1 day

Meals included:
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Accommodation included: Overnight at cabin on Halong cruise

Day 5: Halong bay – Hanoi (B,L) 

Stop At: Halong Bay, Halong Bay, Quang Ninh Province
Early risers can enjoy a memorable sunrise over the karst formations of Halong Bay. Breakfast will be served shortly thereafter.Enjoy breakfast (brunch on some boats) while the vessels cruises slowly through the magnificent rock formations back towards port. Arriving at the harbor, you will be picked up for transferring back to Hanoi. Tour ends.
Duration: 12 hours

Meals included:
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No accommodation included on this day.

Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"All price is in USD per person. If you have any inquiries, please do not hesitate to contact us"
"Near public transportation"
"Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level"
"A current valid passport is required on the day of travel"
"This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund"
"This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund"
"This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"



Start Time: 12:00 AM
Duration: 5 Days
Start location: Hanoi, Hanoi
Traveler pickup is offered
Pick up at hotels in Hanoi

Airports

• Noibai Airport, Hanoi Vietnam

Cancellations and refunds: All sales are final and incur 100% cancellation penalties.

Included

• AC land transfer in Car/ Minivan.
• Hotel in Hanoi, Sapa (Double/Twin shared rooms)
• Al in-tour experienced English speaking guide.
• Halong Bay Cruise program shared in Twin/Double cabin as per tour.
• 2x Breakfast
• 2x Dinner
• 4x Lunch
• Accommodation included: 4 nights

Not Included

• Beverage.
• Personal expenses, tips and gratuities.

Facilities