6-Day Essential North Vietnam Tour: Hanoi Halong Ninh Binh & Sapa

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6 days (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Explore the north of Vietnam on a 6-day guided trip from Hanoi. Immerse yourself in the local culture in Sapa, visit the ancient capital and grottos of Ninh Binh, and cruise on beautiful Halong Bay. Sample delicious street foods while exploring Hanoi, go through ancient temples and spectacular countryside in Hoa Lu Tam Coc and Mua Cave, enjoy the day in Ha Long Bay, and immerse yourself in the beauty of the valleys, mountains, streams, waterfalls and the warm welcome of ethnic people in Sapa.Travelers can explore the bustling streets of Hanoi and indulge in delicious street foods, making it a food lover’s paradise. The tour includes highlights like a day in the stunning Ha Long Bay, with its breathtaking views and adventure activities. Sapa promises majestic valleys, towering mountains, terraced rice fields, and encounters with vibrant ethnic communities, offering a unique and enriching experience.

What's Included

Airport Transfer Roundtrip by Private Car
4 nights at hotel 4 star in Hanoi Old Quarter
Join full-day Halong Bay Tour by Limousine
Lunch (Optional[4])
Lunch
Join full-day Ninh Binh Tour by Limousine
Dinner
Breakfast (Optional[5])
Breakfast
Join group street food tour (3 hours)
Limousine Express Hanoi to Sapa & Return
1 night at Hotel 4 Star in Sapa Town
Beverages, Personal Expenses and Tips
Holiday Surcharge

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

We pick up guests at Hanoi Airport, our driver will hold the board with your name on that and waiting guests at column no 10 at main gate of Hanoi Airport then transfer to Hanoi City Center. If guests stay already at Hanoi Old Quarter Area, we also pick up there for package tour.

Itinerary

Duration: 6 days (approximately)
    Day 1

    HANOI ARRIVAL & STREET FOOD TOUR

    2 stops
  • 1
    Noi Bai International Airport

    Greetings in Hanoi! Upon your arrival at the airport, you will be greeted and transported to your hotel in Hanoi by our driver. Pleasev send us your full flight details as flight number and landing time for us can pick up you at the airport.

    1 hour • Admission ticket included
  • 2
    Old Quarter

    Arrive at Hotel in City Center, leave your bags at hotel and taking a rest. You will join Group Hanoi Street Food Tour (Departure Time: 11h00 AM or 17h30 PM). On a 3-hour walking tour, explore the culture and history of Hanoi by stepping into a world full of street food vendors. Unlike big cities all around the world, street food in Hanoi is not just hot dog carts and pretzel stands, you will be offered an opportunity to try out 8 different dishes at local food stands and family restaurants. Overnight at Hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter Area.

    3 hours • Admission ticket included
    • Day 2

    HANOI - HALONG BAY DAY TOUR (B/L)

    7 stops
  • 3
    Old Quarter

    Have breakfast at Hotel in Old Quarter. About 8:00 - 8:30 AM : Our transfer and guide pick you up from hotel and follow the new high way to depart for Halong Full Day Tour, stop over for a rest on the way (It takes 2 hours driving)

    2 hours • Admission ticket included
  • 4

    11:45 - 12:00 : Arrive at Tuan Chau Harbor, boarding day Cruise and start cruising on the bay for exploring Ha Long Bay.

    Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Halong Bay

    12.00-12.30: At Tuan Chau International Cruise Port, boarding cruise welcome guests on boat and the tour guide announces the itinerary for the following 6 hours of cruising time. 12.40: Lunch on board while boat start cruising on halong bay. 16.30: Sunset party Summit on the sundeck for watching the magnificent sunset of the bay and enjoy Sunset Party to make acquaintance with new friends, sharing your traveling experience or simply watching the sunset or just relax. 17.30 - 18.00: Disembark at Tuan Chau Cruise Port.

    3 hours 30 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 6
    Sung Sot Cave

    A place so amazing that the French deemed it “Grotte des Surprises” or (Surprise Grotto), Sung Sot Cave is one of the biggest, most beautiful caves in Halong Bay and a highlight on most Halong Bay itineraries.

    1 hour • Admission ticket included
  • 7
    Hang Luon Cave

    Luon Cave has been classified as one of the most beautiful tourist attractions in Halong Bay in recent years. With the poetic scenery of majestic mountains and the interweaving combination of water, clouds, and cliffs, this will be an ideal place for those who love to explore by kayaking.

    5 hours • Admission ticket included
  • 8
    Ti Top Island

    Ti Top island is a beach that is shaped like a crescent moon and known for its tranquillity and beautiful still blue waters. The sands of the beach have been dyed white by the ocean’s surf creating a perfect picture of paradise.

    1 hour • Admission ticket included
  • 9
    Old Quarter

    Boat cruise back to Tuan Chau Marina at 17h45 PM to 18h00 PM. You will get on Transfer again back to Hanoi and drop off you at Hotel between 20h30 PM to 20h45 PM. You will overnight at hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter.

    2 hours • Admission ticket included
    • Day 3

    HANOI - NINH BINH FULL DAY TOUR (B/L)

    5 stops
  • 10
    Old Quarter

    Have breakfast at Hotel. Between 07:15 – 7:30: Tour guide and driver will come to pick up at hotel then heading to Ninh Binh Day Tour for 2 hours drive.

    2 hours • Admission ticket included
  • 11
    Hoa Lu Ancient Capital

    10h15 - 10h30: Visit Hoa Lư ancient capital of Vietnam between 968 and 1010. You have a chance to learn about Vietnamese history in the feudal system under Dinh, Le, and Ly Dynasty

    1 hour • Admission ticket included
  • 12
    Tam Cốc-Bich Dộng

    11h45- 12:00 : Have a lunch in the restaurant with many local foods. 13h00: Visit Tam Coc by 1.5-hourbamboo boat. You will be surprised by the charming beauty here with paddy fields, river, water, cloud, sky, and a stunning cave system during the boat trip. All make a masterpiece that the Vietnamese people called “Ha Long Bay on land”. 14h30: Continue the tour for 45 mins cycling around the village to discover the life of the local people.

    3 hours • Admission ticket included
  • 13
    Mua Caves

    16.00: The last destination is Mua Cave. The cave is compared with “Great wall of China”. Here you walk 500 steps to reach the top of Mua cave then take a lookout of a splendid overview of Ninh Binh & have an amazing panoramic view of Tam Coc from here

    1 hour • Admission ticket included
  • 14
    Old Quarter

    At the end of the day, you will say good bye Ninh Binh and get on transfer back to Hanoi Old Quarter Area. You will get off transfer between 19h00 PM to 19h30 PM. Stay overnight at Hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter Area.

    2 hours • Admission ticket included
    • Day 4

    HANOI - SAPA BY EXPRESS BUS - CAT CAT VILLAGE (B/L/D)

    3 stops
  • 15
    Old Quarter

    Breakfast at Hotel in Hanoi then check out hotel for express bus to SAPA TREKKING TOUR. 6:30 AM - 7:00 AM: Express Bus and driver will pick you up at hotel, initiating the journey to Sapa.Travel along the highway to Lao Cai City, making a convenient short break en route to Sapa. It takes about 06 hours drive from Old Quarter to Sapa Town.

    1 hour • Admission ticket included
  • 16

    13:00 PM: Reach to Sapa Town and be captivated by the vibrant traditional attire worn by the H'mong, Dzao, and Tay ethnic communities. Indulge in welcome drinks and receive an informative briefing about the itinerary. Have lunch and check in hotel. 17:00 PM: Return to Sapa town for dinner. Utilize your free time in the afternoon to wander through Sapa Market and explore the town. Overnight at Hotel in Sapa Town

    4 hours • Admission ticket included
  • 17

    Afternoon: Around 2.30pm start the trekking down to the South-west of Sapa (around 4 km) to visit Cat Cat village of the Black H’mong. Relax at the foot of the stunning waterfall and the vestige of a hydroelectric power station that was constructed by the French during colonial time in Vietnam. Enjoy the surrounding area. On the way back, we'll transfer by van to your hotel. Freshen up before dinner

    2 hours • Admission ticket included
    • Day 5

    SAPA VILLAGES TREKKING -TRANSFER TO HANOI (B/L)

    5 stops
  • 18

    Have breakfast at the hotel. Begin trekking from Sapa towards another part of Muong Hoa Valley where you can see the magnificent landscapes of the mountainous region. Trek through Y Linh Ho, the village of the Black H’mong

    1 hour • Admission ticket included
  • 19

    Then continue the adventure through lush rice terraces to visit Lao Chai village and experience the Black H’mong’s daily life and traditional culture. Have lunch at Lao Chai Village.

    2 hours • Admission ticket included
  • 20
    Ta Van Village

    Then walk through terraced rice fields to Ta Van village of the Dzay minority people. It gives you a chance for you to learn about the local house architecture which is full of their daily life styles and exclusive custom. Enjoy the stunning and breath-taking landscapes.

    1 hour • Admission ticket included
  • 21

    Afternoon: around 2pm back to your hotel and pack your things. Say goodbye and prepare to leave Sapa, get on the limousine back to Hanoi at 15.00pm.

    1 hour • Admission ticket included
  • 22
    Old Quarter

    15:00 PM: Board express bus for the return journey to Hanoi. 21:30 PM: Arrive in Hanoi and Overnight at Hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter.

    1 hour • Admission ticket included
    • Day 6

    HANOI - FREE EXPLORE - AIRPORT DEPARTURE (B)

    1 stop
  • 23
    Old Quarter

    Breakfast at Hotel. Check Out Time : 12h00. After breakfast, spend the morning at your leisure, shopping for souvenir or strolling through the city streets. Depend on your departure time, our driver will transfer to Noi Bai International Airport for next flight. Thank you for choosing and joining our service. We hope you have safe flight !

    1 hour • Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy

If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

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