Ha Noi – Ninh Binh – Ha Giang – Sapa – Ha Long

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  • 13 Days 13 Nights
  • Transportation: Car- Train- Boat
  • English speaking guide
  • Boat trip

Detail

Embark on an unforgettable journey through northern Vietnam with our “Hanoi – Ninh Binh – Ha Giang – Sapa – Ha Long Bay” tour. This carefully curated itinerary allows you to experience the rich cultural heritage, stunning natural landscapes, and vibrant local life of Vietnam. Start in the bustling capital of Hanoi, where ancient traditions blend seamlessly with modern vibrancy. Explore the serene beauty of Ninh Binh, known as the “Ha Long Bay on land,” with its majestic pagodas and breathtaking landscapes. Venture to the remote and rugged region of Ha Giang, home to spectacular mountain scenery and ethnic minority communities.

Discover the enchanting town of Sapa, nestled in the Hoang Lien Son Mountains, famous for its terraced rice fields and diverse hill tribes. Finally, unwind in the world-renowned Ha Long Bay, cruising among its limestone karsts and emerald waters. This tour promises an immersive and enriching experience, showcasing the best of Vietnam’s natural beauty and cultural depth.

Itinerary

DAY 01: HANOI ARRIVAL

On arrival at Noi Bai airport, our tour guide and driver will transfer you to your hotel in Hanoi. Free time in Hanoi

Meals: none included

Accommodation: hotel

DAY 02: HANOI CITY TOUR

08:00: pick you up at your  hotel. We visit Ho Chi Minh Complex with Ho Chi Minh mausoleum, Ba Dinh square, One Pillar pagoda and Temple of Literature. Have a lunch in restaurant. The rest of the day we will visit the museum of Ethnic Minority, Hoan Kiem Lake and Ngoc Son Temple. Tour ends at hotel arround 17:00 PM. Overnight in Hanoi.

Meals: lunch

Accommodation: hotel

DAY 03: HANOI – BAI DINH PAGODA – TRANG AN – TAM COC

08:00: Our tour guide and car pick up at your hotel to depart for Ninh Binh province.

Arrive in Buddha Prayer place in Bai Dinh Pagoda, the biggest pagoda in Vietnam with 500 La Han statues, biggest bronze Buddha statue in Vietnam with 10 meters in height, 100 tons in weight. Have lunch in local restaurant with some local special dishes such as Goat meat with elderberry, pork storage vessel…

In the afternoon, depart to visit Trang An tourist attraction, take boat trip to visit cave complex: Sang Cave, Toi Cave, Ba Giot Cave, Nau Ruou in mystery and wildness, see scenery of mountain and rivers – a Ha Long on land of Ninh Binh.

Move on to Tam Coc, on arrival check in hotel and have dinner and overnight in Tamcoc.

Meals: lunch, dinner

Accommodation: hotel

DAY 04: TAM COC – BICH DONG – HANOI

Have breakfast at hotel, then enjoy Tam Coc boat trip for 2 hour to visit the most of beautiful landscape of Ninh Binh, during boat trip, visiting 3 different caves (1st cave, 2nd cave, 3rd cave).

After Tamcoc, we can visite Bich Dong pagoda have lunch and return Hanoi, en-route we can visit Dinh temple, Le temple at Hoa lu area.

Arrival Hanoi, drop you at your hotel.

Meals: breakfast, lunch

Accommodation: hotel

DAY 05: HANOI – HA GIANG

Depart from Hanoi at 08 am and take the road towards Viet Tri and Quang Tuyen (Route No.2 ) through the delta of the Red River. Lunch in a Tuyen Quang town, an area famous for green tea plantations . Arrive in Ha Giang. Dinner and overnight in a house on stilts in a Thai village.

Meals: Lunch, dinner

Accommodation: homestay

DAY 06: HA GIANG – DONG VAN

Drive on the undulating terrain, through extraordinary mountainous landscapes and terraced paddy fields. You will stop at the Quyet Tien Market where the minority groups of the Nung, the White Hmong, the Po Y, the Dao Lanten and the Tay gather to trade their produce. Proceed to the Heaven’s Gate and the Fairy Mountain before visiting a White Hmong village which specializes in flax weaving. This is a wonderful opportunity to stretch your legs and explore the village. There will be another visit to a village of the Zao Lanten before taking a lunch break. After lunch, drive up to the altitude of 1,432m to visit an ancient village of the White Hmong; you will then proceed to Sung La to discover a LoLo house and its people. Afterwards, visit the impressive ancient Hmong King Palace before reaching Dong Van Town. Arrive in the late afternoon and check into a hotel.

Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner

Accommodation: hotel

DAY 07: DONG VAN – MEO VAC – BAO LAM – HA GIANG

In the morning, visit Dong Van minority market (one of the most beautiful minority markets in Vietnam). Before reaching the peak of Ma Pi Leng, you will be able to admire the panoramic views of a rocky mountain, a river and paddy field terraces. Visit Meo Vac Market where cattle are traded then proceed to Bao Lam Town for lunch. After lunch, drive along the Gam River to Ha Giang. Upon arrival, experience a warm welcomed from a hospitable Tay family who offers overnight accommodation in their stilt house. Although the place only provides basic comfort, you will find the stay an unforgettable experience. Have a memorable dinner with a local Tay family.

Overnight homestay in a house on stilts

Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner

Accommodation: homestay

DAY 08: HA GIANG – SAPA

We leave village for Sa Pa. The scenery on route is quite beautiful. You will have some stops for taking pictures. We arrive in Sa Pa around 5:00 PM.

After dinner, you are free strolling around the little town. The town of 1600 elevation, once was summer retreat of French officals, is quite popular now thanks to its scenic landscape, colorful hill tribes and cool climate in summer.

Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner

Accommodation: hotel

DAY 09: SAPA – LAO CHAI – TA VAN

Have breakfast at the hotel before starting to trek downhill to Y Linh Ho and Muong Hoa Valley through rice paddies and small hamlets to learn the life of hill tribes here. Communicate with local people in Lao Chai village.

Have a picnic lunch. Afternoon, continue trekking through villages and rice terraced fields to Ta Van village settled by Dzay ethnic which is supposed to be the most beautiful one in the area.

Enjoy dinner and overnight in homestay.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, dinner

Accommodation: homestay

DAY 10: TA VAN – GIANG TA CHAI – SU PAN – BAN HO – SAPA

After our breakfast there’s more time to look around and experience life in Ta Van, we then continue our trekking along the valley, through bamboo forest, reach to Giang Ta Chai village of red Dao before heading up to Su Pan and Ban Ho village, through bamboo forest, enjoy landscapes…. the village lies within a beautiful valley, home to the Tay minority people who have their traditional house on stilts.

Enjoy dinner and overnight in homestay.

 Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner

Accommodation: homestay

DAY 11: SAPA – HANOI

After breakfast, back to Hanoi. Arrival Hanoi, free time for rest.

Meals: Breakfast, lunch

Accommodation: hotel

DAY 12: HANOI – HALONG BAY

At 08:00 AM, we will start our tour to Halong Bay.

The vehicle takes us through the Red River Delta for 3,5 hour and we will arrive the port at around midday. Welcome by the Cruiser crew team and enjoy fresh seafood lunch while the cruise is gliding out.

In the afternoon, we visit Vung Vieng village and learn about life in Halong bay communities. Visit Vung Ha area for kayaking, swimming, and relaxing in one of the Bay’s hidden coves. Back to Cruise and free time. Dinner and overnight on boat.

Meals: lunch, dinner

Accommodation: Cruise

DAY 13: HALONG BAY – HANOI

Enjoy Taichi on the sundeck. Coffee, tee and breakfast in the dining room. Transfer by tender to Sung Sot cave. Walk up about 100 steps to the cave entrance and tour the cave  for approximately 45 minutes. Walk down and return to the cruise.

Lunch will be served when cruising back to the port where our awaiting vehicle will transfer us back to Hanoi. Arrival Hanoi, the tour ends. Say goodbye.

Meals: breakfast, lunch

Accommodation: hotel

Quotation: (USD/person)

Price Includes

  • Hotel in twin or double sharing room basis with daily breakfast
  • Transfer and transportation by private car
  • Sightseeing and entrance fee as per the mentioned itinerary
  • English speaking guide only on tour days
  • Boat trip
  • Meals are indicated as the program

Price Excludes

  • All other meals are not mentioned in the program
  • Travel insurance, visa fee to Vietnam
  • Drinks and beverages
  • International airfares and airport taxes at all routes and - Domestic airfares HAN – DAD/ DAD – SGN
  • Personal expenses
  • Early check-in and late check-out charge at hotel (check-in time is 2:00 PM and check-out time is 12:00 PM)
  • All the things are not mentioned in the program

What to Expect

  • Explore Hanoi: Stroll through the ancient streets of the Old Quarter, savor street food delicacies, and learn about history at iconic sites like Hoan Kiem Lake, Ngoc Son Temple, and the Temple of Literature.
  • Experience Ninh Binh: Visit Bai Dinh Pagoda, the largest in Southeast Asia, row through the mystical caves of Trang An, and marvel at the breathtaking natural scenery
  • Adventure in Ha Giang: Witness the stunning mountain landscapes, interact with ethnic minority communities, and explore the Dong Van Karst Plateau Geopark
  • Discover Sapa: Trek through terraced rice fields, visit traditional hill tribe villages, and enjoy the cool, fresh mountain air.
  • Relax in Ha Long Bay: Cruise among the limestone karsts, swim in emerald waters, and enjoy the tranquil beauty of one of the world's natural wonders.
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NOTES

  • Prices are subjected to change without prior notice Depending on the weather, road and/or river conditions, flight schedules, room availability or other reasons beyond our control, the tour program might need small adjustments when necessary
  • SUPPLEMENT CHARGE : All bookings requested during Chinese New Year, Christmas and New Year, Vietnamese public holidays will be added 10%

CANCELLATION POLICY

  • All confirmed bookings whether cancelled, amended, postponed, delayed or similar will be treated under the company’s cancellation policy
  • Greater than 30 days prior to departure : 30% of full amount
  • Between 29 days and 15 days prior to departure : 50% of full amount
  • Between 14 days and 07 days prior to departure : 100% of full amount

CHILD POLICY FOR LAND TOUR

  • Prices are subjected to change without prior notice Depending on the weather, road and/or river conditions, flight schedules, room availability or other reasons beyond our control, the tour program might need small adjustments when necessary

FAQ

Can I get the refund?

For a refund, you need to notify us in advance within the specified time, which is 3 days prior! Additionally, the cancellation of the booking will depend on each tour, so for detailed answers, please contact us.

Can I change the travel date?

You can change the travel date, but you need to notify us in advance! Additionally, it depends on the tour you booked, as there are regulations on how many days in advance you need to notify us for changes, with an average of 3 days! If you cancel or change the date at the last minute, we will charge a 100% fee.

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Do I need to apply visa?

It depends on the tour you want to join! If you are a foreigner coming to Vietnam, you will be exempt from a visa.

If you are a Vietnamese citizen traveling abroad, you will not need a visa for tours within Southeast Asia but will need a passport. For other countries, you will need a visa to join the tour.

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July 12, 2024

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