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7 Day Exploration Of The Amazing Landscape Of Hanoi

  • Tour Category

    Group Tour

  • Tour Types

    Culture, Sightseeing, Whitewater Rafting

  • Duration

    7 Days

  • Activity Level

    Easy

  • Language

    English, Vietnamese

Description

Go on an amazing tour of Northern Vietnam amidst the grand mountains with their rice terraces and the seascape of limestone towers. Revel in the diverse cultural kaleidoscope painted by the vibrant local villages as you trek through the panoramic view of Halong Bay, the fishing village of Ba hang and Lao Chai.

Highlights
  • Explore the city of Hanoi
  • Scenic 3.5 hours drive to Halong Bay
  • Embark on the cruise and enjoy lunch amidst the limestone islands
  • Gape at the beautiful Sungsot cave
  • Kayaking in the remote areas of Halong Bay and Drum Cave area
  • Enjoy the sunset part on the deck
  • Start your morning with some Tai chi exercises
  • Participate in a cooking class before hopping on the Vietnamese lunch
  • Enjoy the view of the bridge covered in clouds at Muong Hoa stream
  • Day 1: Hanoi expand_more

    • Pick up from the Noi Bai (HAN) airport.

    • Transfer to a hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter – the most exciting and active place for tourists.

    • After resting, you can explore the city of Hanoi by yourself.

    Overnight stay in the hotel.

  • Day 2: Hanoi - Halong Bay expand_more

    • 08:00 am – 08:30 am: Pick-up from the hotel, followed by scenic 3.5 hours drive to Halong Bay.

    • 12:30 pm – 13:00 pm: Embark on a cruise boat and go through a short briefing.

    • 13:30 pm – 14:30 pm: Enjoy delicious lunch while cruising among limestone islands around the bay.

    • 14:30 pm – 15:30 pm: Explore the amazing and beautiful Sung Sot cave.

    • 15:30 pm – 16:30 pm: Go kayaking among the most remote areas of Halong Bay around the Drum cave area.

    • 16:30 pm – 17:30 pm: Return to the main boat and continue cruising while enjoying the beautiful seascape.

    • 17:30 pm – 19:00 pm: Enjoy sunset party on the sun deck.

    • 19:00 pm – 20:00 pm: Enjoy dinner, socialise with other guests, take part in board games, fish for squid or just laze around.

    Overnight stay on the boat in Halong Bay.

  • Day 3: Halong Bay - Hanoi expand_more

    • 06:30 am – 07:30 am: Start the day with Tai Chi exercises or go for a photo hunt.

    • 07:30 am – 08:30 am: Have breakfast on board while enjoying the tranquil morning.

    • 08:30 am – 09:30 am: Cruise towards Titov island. Swim and relax at the beach of Titov or climb up to the top of the island for a panoramic view of Halong Bay.

    • Return to the boat, freshen up and check out of the cabin.

    • 09:30 am – 10:30 am: Continue exploring the bay on the cruise, passing through Ba Hang fishing village, Dog Islet, and more attractions.

    • 10:30 am – 11:30 am: While returning to the harbour, watch fruit carving demonstration and participate in a cooking class before sitting down for a traditional Vietnamese lunch.

    • 10:30 am – 11:30 am: Arrive at the harbour and disembark from the boat.

    • 12:30 pm – 13:00 pm: Transfer to Hanoi.

    • 16:30 pm – 17:00 pm: Arrive in Hanoi and check in at the hotel.

    Overnight stay in the hotel.


  • Day 4: Hanoi – Sapa – Lao Chai & Tavan - Giang Ta Chai expand_more

    • 06:30 am: Meet guide/driver for pick up from the hotel, followed by a drive to Lao Cai. On the way, enjoy the beautiful scenery on both sides of the highway.

    • 12:30 pm: Arrival at Sapa. Enjoy lunch at the local restaurant.

    • 13:00: After lunch, start a 4-hour journey towards Lao Chai - Ta Van and Giang Ta Chai.

    • Go on a walking tour of these villages, explore the life of ethnic minorities, and admire the spectacular natural scenery surrounded by terraced rice fields.

    • Visit the ancient rocks in Sapa with engraved images.

    • Enjoy views of the bridge covered in clouds across the Muong Hoa stream.

    • Return to Sapa for an overnight stay in the hotel.


  • Day 5: Sapa - Cat Cat Village – Hanoi expand_more

    • 10:00 am: After breakfast, depart for Cat Cat – Shin chai village of H’mong, which was discovered by a colonial Frenchman and developed as a resort for officials during the early twentieth century.

    • Arrive at Cat Cat village and visit the Hydro-power station, waterfall etc.

    • Learn about the culture and customs of the people and the unique traditional crafts like weaving, carved silver, and hand-forged agricultural tools.

    • Noon: Return to Sapa town.

    • Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant.

    • Go shopping for souvenirs.

    • 15:30: Return to Hanoi.

    • 20:30 – 21:00: Arrive at Hanoi and re-check in at the hotel.

    Overnight stay in the hotel.


  • Day 6: Leisure time at Hanoi expand_more

    • Enjoy a free day for shopping, sightseeing and exploring Hanoi city.


  • Day 7: Departure expand_more

    • Enjoy breakfast in the hotel before departure to the airport.

    • Transfer to the airport.

What's Included

  • Return airport pick-up and transfers in Hanoi

  • Six nights accommodation (5 nights hotel in Hanoi and Sapa, 1-night cruise in Halong Bay)

  • Halong Bay 2 days, 1-night group tour on Halong cruises

  • Guided group tour to Sapa 2 days one night

  • Meals as mentioned

  • English-speaking guide

  • Squid fishing and cooking class in Halong Bay Cruise tour

  • Welcome drink in the hotel and aboard the boat in Halong Bay Cruises tour

  • Entrance fees as per itinerary

  • Sung Sot Cave and Titop Island guided tours

  • Taxes

What to bring
  • Warm clothes, scarf, hat, cap because the weather in Sapa is pretty unpredictable. It is usually cold in September, October, November, December, January, February, and March
  • Trekking shoes, sunglasses, sun cream, insect repellent are also necessary. 
  • It would be best if you took cash with you in Vietnam Dong because the banking system in Sapa sometimes doesn’t function well
  • You should take medicine with you although there are some chemist’s shops in Sapa in case you get sick
Know before you go

  • Check-in time is 13:00 P.M and our people will greet and brief all the information around the trip.

  • Due to the altitude of Sapa, it is sometimes foggy in December, January, February and March.

  • .US Dollar, Euro, Australia Dollar are accepted in Sapa.

  • Note:

    • The itinerary can be changed according to weather conditions.

    • Warm clothes are required if travelling from November to February.

    • If need be: A passport is required for overnight registration on sites.

    • The package is valid for 1 person based on 2 people travelling together (on a twin sharing basis).

    • Single supplement (one person travelling alone) available with extra 175 USD) for 3* and 285 USD for 4* option at the time of the booking.

  • High season surcharge 70 USD for:

    • 24th December 2018 to 31st December 2018.

  • Children policy:

    • Children under 4 years old: Share the bed with parent and pay 95 USD.

    • Children from 4 to under 8 years old will pay 80% of the adult price and share the bed with parent.

    • Children from 8 to under 10 years old will pay 90% of the adult price and stay in an extra bed.

    • Children older than 10 pay the same price as an adult.

Cancellation Policy

For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -

Refund of 80% of the tour price.
Price Details
Standard
1 To 2 USD 369 Per Person

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USD 369 / person