5-Day Adventure Sapa - Halong Bay from Hanoi

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Tour Overview

Embark on a 5-day adventure through Northern Vietnam, starting from the vibrant city of Hanoi. This tour offers a rich blend of cultural and natural experiences, taking you from the historical landmarks of Hanoi to the serene valleys of Sapa, where you will trek through picturesque villages and meet local ethnic minorities. Continue your journey to the breathtaking Ha Long Bay, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, where you can choose between visiting a traditional fishing village or enjoying beach activities and kayaking. With luxury accommodations, guided tours, and all meals included, this trip promises an immersive and unforgettable exploration of Vietnam's diverse landscapes and cultures. ...more ...less

Highlights

Tran Quoc Pagoda on the shores of West Lake in Hanoi
Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum and his former residence in Hanoi
Temple of Literature, the oldest university in Vietnam
Walking tour of Lao Chai village with views of Muong Hoa Valley
Homestay experience in Ta Van village with the Zay people

Visit to Giang Ta Chai Village and its stunning waterfall
Cruise through the limestone islands of Bai Tu Long Bay
Exploration of Thien Canh Son Cave in Bai Tu Long Bay

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Hanoi city tour

Location: Hanoi

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Lunch

We start the tour by picking you up at your hotel to visit Tran Quoc Pagoda, a national heritage which lies on the shores of West Lake housing numerous Buddhist relics. We continue our tour by paying a visit to the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum and his former residence which now serves as a museum documenting the life of Vietnam’s father and greatest national hero.

Next up is the Temple of Literature, which houses the oldest university in Vietnam, founded in 1070AD. The temple is dedicated to Confucius, sages and scholars and occupies a vast structure filled with peaceful gardens.

After lunch at a local restaurant, we’ll spend our afternoon exploring Bat Trang; a local handicraft village specialized in pottery. Around 15:30 our driver will take us back to the centre of the city and a walk around the beautiful Hoan Kiem Lake. While we’re here we’ll cross the charming little bridge over to the serene Ngoc Son Temple, situated on an island in the lake. The lake is also surrounded by stunning colonial architecture, so there are things to look at in every direction. Following our tour of the lake we’ll take you back to your hotel where you’re free to spend the rest of the day at your leisure.

Meals: Lunch

Day 2 : Hanoi - Sapa

Location: Sa Pa

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Following breakfast at the hotel, our driver will pick you up and transfer you to Sa Pa, where you’ll arrive around 12:30PM. On arrival, our tour guide will welcome you and take you for lunch in a local restaurant. You will commence your journey from Sapa by walking to Lao Chai village. Views of Muong Hoa Valley and its magnificent surroundings are great here, featuring stunning mountains and sprawling rice terraces. You’re likely to meet people from the various ethnic minorities in the area (H’mong, Zay, and Red Dao) as you walk along this route, and there will be plenty of stalls along the way serving tea, fruits and sweets should you be in need of some refreshments. Eventually we’ll leave the main road and start taking a local path. Here is where you’ll truly get to experience the local life of the Black H’mong, as you finally reach the village of Lao Chai. Once we’ve had our fill here, we keep walking to Ta Van, where it’s the Zay peoples turn to fascinate you. We will have dinner and stay overnight with a local family in a homestay here. This day includes a 7-10km trek.

Day 3 : Sapa - Hanoi

Location: Hanoi

Accommodation Name: homestay

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Following breakfast at the hotel, our driver will pick you up and transfer you to Sa Pa, where you’ll arrive around 12:30PM. On arrival, our tour guide will welcome you and take you for lunch in a local restaurant.

You will commence your journey from Sapa by walking to Lao Chai village. Views of Muong Hoa Valley and its magnificent surroundings are great here, featuring stunning mountains and sprawling rice terraces.

You’re likely to meet people from the various ethnic minorities in the area (H’mong, Zay, and Red Dao) as you walk along this route, and there will be plenty of stalls along the way serving tea, fruits and sweets should you be in need of some refreshments.

Eventually we’ll leave the main road and start taking a local path. Here is where you’ll truly get to experience the local life of the Black H’mong, as you finally reach the village of Lao Chai. Once we’ve had our fill here, we keep walking to Ta Van, where it’s the Zay peoples turn to fascinate you. We will have dinner and stay overnight with a local family in a homestay here.

This day includes a 7-10km trek.

Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner

After breakfast, you will set out on a 3-4 hour trek that will take you along buffalo paths and trails to Giang Ta Chai Village of the Black H’mong. You can relax at the foot of the stunning waterfall and see the vestige of a hydroelectric power station that was constructed by the French during colonial times in Vietnam.

We will then return to Sapa town for lunch at a restaurant and then the remaining afternoon (until 15:00) is free to spend at your leisure, at which time you will be driven back to Hanoi and arrive at your hotel around 20:30.

This day includes a 7-10km trek.

Meals: Breakfast, lunch

Day 4 : Hanoi – Ha Long Bay

Location: Ha Long Bay

Accommodation Name: cruise

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

On the fourth day we depart for Ha Long Bay at around 8:00-8:30 for a 3.5 hour drive to Hong Gai Tourist Wharf, where we’ll check in at Oriental Sails JSC’s private waiting hall, the OS Lounge. Here we can relax until embarkation around 12:30-13:00 followed by a quick briefing. We’ll spend our first few hours on-board enjoying the views of the limestone islands of Bai Tu Long Bay and savouring a delectable lunch, until at 15:30-16:00 you are free to choose between two activities:

Option 1: Fishing village visit
For those that are interested in learning about local life in the bay. Take a bamboo rowing boat trip lasting roughly 45 minutes, around Vung Vieng fishing village, one of the largest of its kind in Ha Long Bay. The village is set inside a closed lagoon, surrounded by mountains, which makes it a great place for photos in addition to the cultural experience.

Option 2: Beach and kayaking
For the more active travellers and beach-bums, you can be taken in a small boat to Ban Chan beach, where you can sunbathe, swim, play volleyball or try your hands at some kayaking in the magnificent setting of the bay.

You’ll arrive back at the cruise around 16:30, with enough time to get cleaned up and relax before the sun starts to set. At 17:30 you can enjoy happy hour at the bar on the sun deck, enjoying the sunset with a drink in hand, and also take part in a cooking class with the resident Chef.

At 19:00 dinner will be served, and the rest of the evening can be spent socializing with other guests, night squid fishing or just lazing around. There will also be singing and dancing activities until 22:00.

Overnight on-board with the ship anchored in the Cong Do Area of the bay.

Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner

Day 5 : Ha Long Bay - Hanoi

Location: Hanoi

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Early risers can enjoy a 30 minute Tai Chi exercise on the sundeck at 06:30 before enjoying the view of the surrounding seascape with your breakfast as you cruise towards Thien Canh Son Cave. You’ll arrive at the cave at 9am and spend about half an hour exploring this medium sized and less visited cave situated in Bai Tu Long Bay.

After your cave visit its time to check out of your room at the boat and return to port, docking at noon after having early lunch on-board. Our driver will be waiting for you at the pier and will transfer you back to Hanoi for an arrival at your hotel around 16:30. At this point it’s time to say goodbye to your guide, driver and group, hopefully with life-long memories gained and friendships made.

Meals: Breakfast, lunch

What's Included

Meals

4x Breakfast, 2x Dinner, 5x Lunch
Accommodation

Accommodation included: 4 nights
Transfers

A/C transfer
Cruise Accommodation

Luxury accommodation with A/C on cruise
Guide

English-speaking guide as per program
Meals Details

Breakfast (B), Lunch (L) & Dinners (D) as mentioned
Accommodation Types

Accommodation at hotels/homestays as mentioned
No Extra Charges

No extra charge after confirmation
Entry Fees

Entry/Admission - Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, Ta Van Village, Giang Ta Chai Village, Halong Bay, Thien Canh Son Cave

What's Not Included

Personal Expenses

Personal expenses, tips and gratuities
Travel Insurance

Travel insurance
International Flights

International flight and taxes

Beverages

Beverage
Other Personal Expenses

Other personal expenses: drinks, souvenirs, etc.

Requirements

Pack essentials, including light comfortable clothes suitable for outdoor activities, comfortable walking shoes. Take a small day pack for hiking and trekking.
It is essential to bring your passport on this trip. We also recommend packing: insect repellent, sun cream, raincoat and sun hat.

Please Note

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Pack essentials, including light comfortable clothing suitable for outdoor activities, comfortable walking shoes. Take a small day pack for hiking and trekking.
It is essential to bring your passport on this trip. We also recommend packing: insect repellent, sun cream, raincoat and sun hat.
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Hotel pickups commence approximately 30 - 60 minutes prior to this time

Mode of Transport

Travel in comfort with A/C transfers, including a 3.5-hour drive to Ha Long Bay and various local transfers to explore the scenic locations.

Accommodation

Enjoy luxury accommodation with A/C on a cruise, and stay at hotels and homestays as mentioned in the itinerary, ensuring comfort throughout your journey.

Check out our Q&As

What kind of meals are included in the tour?

The tour includes 4 breakfasts, 5 lunches, and 2 dinners. Meals are provided as mentioned in the itinerary.
What type of accommodation is provided during the tour?

The tour includes accommodation for 4 nights, with stays at hotels, homestays, and luxury accommodation with air conditioning on the cruise.
Are there any additional charges after booking confirmation?

No, there are no extra charges after booking confirmation.
What activities are available on the fourth day in Ha Long Bay?

On the fourth day, you can choose between visiting Vung Vieng fishing village or enjoying beach activities and kayaking at Ban Chan beach. Additionally, there is a cooking class and happy hour on the sun deck in the evening.
What should I pack for the tour?

You should pack essentials including light comfortable clothes suitable for outdoor activities, comfortable walking shoes, a small day pack for hiking and trekking, your passport, insect repellent, sun cream, a raincoat, and a sun hat.

Is the tour wheelchair accessible?

No, the tour is not wheelchair accessible.
What is the maximum group size for this tour?

The tour will have a maximum of 15 travelers.
What kind of trekking can I expect on the second day in Sapa?

On the second day, you will trek 7-10 km through Lao Chai village, Muong Hoa Valley, and Ta Van village, experiencing local life and stunning landscapes.
What is the itinerary for the last day of the tour?

On the last day, early risers can enjoy Tai Chi on the sundeck, followed by breakfast. You will then visit Thien Canh Son Cave, check out of your room, and return to port for an early lunch. The driver will transfer you back to Hanoi, arriving at your hotel around 16:30.

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John Aldo Albanese Jr USA

Experience the Highlights of Central Vietnam

26-Feb-2024

Absolutely a Great Deal! The journey was very interesting, the guides and driver were excellent! Very informative, kind and knowledgeable! I was debating whether to do a tour or not....so happy I did. All hotels were outstanding, tour hub definitely went above and beyond to help me out ...more ...less

John Aldo Albanese Jr USA

Experience the Highlights of Central Vietnam

26-Feb-2024

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