9 Days - Northern Vietnam Timeless Heritage & Hidden Gems
Overview
Hanoi - Ninh Binh - Sapa - Halong Bay
Welcome to Vietnam! A land of majestic mountains, emerald waters and rich cultural heritage. This carefully crafted journey takes you from the vibrant capital of Hanoi to the misty highlands of Sapa, the iconic limestone seascapes of Ha Long Bay, and the serene river valleys of Ninh Binh. Along the way, enjoy authentic local experiences, breathtaking landscapes, and meaningful encounters with Vietnam’s diverse communities.
Highlights:
✓ Authentic
✓ Local Experience
✓ Small Group
✓ Nature & Culture
✓ Adventure
✓ Flexible Itinerary
✓ Unique
✓ Real Life
✓ Less-touristy
Places you’ll see
Itinerary
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After breakfast, enjoy a full Hanoi city tour to explore the cultural and historical highlights of the capital. Visit the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, Tran Quoc Pagoda, and the Huu Tiep Lake (B52 remains) and The Temple of Literature - Vietnam’s first university. Have lunch in a local restaurant. In the afternoon, visit Train Street, enjoy some coffee, stroll around Hoan Kiem Lake, Local Market and the Old Quarter, where colonial architecture and local life blend together. Return to the hotel in the evening.
After early morning breakfast, transfer from Hanoi to Sapa, a charming mountain town in northern Vietnam. Refresh and relax at stops along the way. Enjoy a delicious local lunch. Visit Tram Ton Pass at the height of 2,047 meters (6,716 ft) above sea level, the highest pass in Vietnam, with great views of the surrounding mountains and lush forests.
Take a 30 minute walk through the forest, along the way you will have many chances to see wildflowers and jungle plants.
Walk next to the stream, climb natural steps and arrive at the beautiful Love Waterfall/ Silver waterfall.
Head back to the hotel. Spend your afternoon wandering through the misty town, discovering the unique blend of French colonial architecture and vibrant ethnic cultures.
Today you will enjoy a scenic walk through Lao Chai and Ta Van villages, located in the beautiful Muong Hoa Valley, home of the Black H’mong minority. Along the way, enjoy the spectacular scenery of the Hoang Lien Son mountain range and pass through several ethnic villages, including Lao Chai and Ta Van, where the Black H’mong, Dzao, and Dzay people live. After enjoying lunch and some rest in Ta Van village, you will return to Sapa town by car and be dropped off at your hotel.
After breakfast, experience the "Roof of Indochina" via a world-class cable car ride to Fansipan Peak. Ascend through the clouds to reach the sacred summit at 3,143m, offering breathtaking views of the Hoang Lien Son range—a symbol of nature's grandeur and human resilience. Visit the serene pagoda complex and the giant Buddha statue atop the mountain. After lunch, transfer back to Hanoi.
After breakfast, depart for Ha Long Bay, one of the world’s most extraordinary natural wonders and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Upon arrival, you will be warmly welcomed aboard your cruise vessel by the professional crew.
Enjoy a refined lunch served on board while cruising through the bay’s iconic scenery, where thousands of limestone karsts and hidden grottoes rise gracefully from the emerald waters.
Spend the afternoon at leisure, choosing from carefully arranged water activities or simply admiring the breathtaking landscape as the cruise glides between secluded bays. The vessel will anchor at selected locations according to the day’s curated schedule.
As evening falls, unwind on the sundeck before savoring a delightful dinner in an intimate and relaxed setting.
Wake up to view the amazing sunrise above Ha Long Bay. Light early breakfast will be served while floating and passing through the limestone islands. Join some more activities on the boat and check-out from your cabin. Early brunch will be served before reaching the harbor. Head back to Hanoi. Free time to explore nightlife in Hanoi.
Free time to explore daytime in Hanoi, until the driver picks you up and heads to the airport for a flight to your home. End of services!
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Useful Information
Expand All- Visa come to Vietnam
- International airfare in & out
- Early check in / late check out
- Beverages and other meals are not indicated in the program.
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance
- Tips
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Passport & travel documents
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Comfortable walking shoes & sandals
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Light clothing + a jacket (weather dependent)
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Hat, sunglasses & sunscreen
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Personal toiletries & medications
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Camera or smartphone for photos
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Small backpack for day trips
All cancellation must be made in writing
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Cancellation at 45–30 Days prior to arrival date: No charge
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Cancellation 29–15 Days before arrival: 75% of tour fare.
- Cancellation 15–7 Days before arrival: 50% of tour fare
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Cancellation less than 7 days before arrival or no-show: 100% of tour fare.
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