DAY 1: The rest of the day is at your leisure to explore the tree-lined boulevards

Arriving in Hanoi, you will be welcomed by your guide and transferred to your hotel. The rest of the day is at your leisure to explore the tree-lined boulevards, French Indochinese architecture and tranquil lakes of this unique city.. Overnight in Hanoi.

DAY 2: Visit the ‘icon of Hanoi’ – The One Pillar Pagoda

The capital of Vietnam, a city that celebrated 1.000 years in 2010 has countless fascinating cultural and historic sites and our days’ tour will visit the highlights. See the grand and solemn mausoleum of Ho Chi Minh (viewed from outside; closed Mon and Fri and from Oct-Nov), the ‘icon of Hanoi’ – The One Pillar Pagoda, the beautiful Temple of Literature, West Lake’s Tran Quoc temple and Quan Thanh pagoda as well as the fascinating Ethnology Museum, the bustling Old Quarter and at the end of the day – a water puppet performance. Overnight in Hanoi.

DAY 3: Explore Hanoi’s shopping and cafe

Spend the day at leisure to explore Hanoi’s shopping and café culture, before boarding the overnight sleeper train north to Sapa in the evening. Overnight on train to Sapa.

DAY 4: Explore the lush valleys and mountains that surround the tow

Arrive at Lao Cai station early in the morning and transfer to Sapa. Depending on your fitness level, you can arrange anything from gentle walks to challenging hikes to explore the lush valleys and mountains that surround the town. With an expert local guide, you can navigate small paths through verdant, terraced fields of rice and corn, passing farmers and their water buffalo ploughing the land as they have for centuries. The ethnic-minority groups still maintain their traditions and way of life, including their own language and intricatelyembroidered, colorful clothing. In the evening, you can stay overnight with a local family in Ta Van village or return to the comfort of your hotel in Sapa. Overnight in Sapa

DAY 5: A hike to a beautiful waterfall

Start your morning with a hike to a beautiful waterfall before continuing on to a picturesque Red Dao village. Red Dao women wear giant red scarves around their heads, and their clothing is embellished with colourful red embroidery and coins. Spend the afternoon at leisure in Sapa before returning to Lao Cai to board the overnight train back to Hanoi. Overnight on train to Hanoi

DAY 6: Explore some of the huge limestone caves dotted around the bay

Arrive in Hanoi at around 5 am. A day room will be available, so you can shower and freshen up before breakfast. At around 8 am start your journey to Halong Bay and arrive at around midday to board a traditional junk for an overnight cruise. Halong Bay is widely considered to be one of the natural wonders of the world. Thousands of towering pillars of sea and wind-carved limestone karst make the bay an unforgettable sight. After lunch, explore some of the huge limestone caves dotted around the bay and visit a floating fishing village. Then the captain will find a secluded spot where you can swim, soak up the sun on the top deck, or try your hand at kayaking. In the evening enjoy a seafood feast for dinner. Overnight on Halong Bay

DAY 7: Enjoy an early morning swim

Enjoy an early morning swim (during the summer), followed by breakfast as you cruise through more spectacular scenery. In the afternoon drive back to Hanoi, where you will have one more evening to sample its fabulous cuisine and explore the Old Quarter. Overnight in Hanoi

DAY 8: Take you to the airport for your departure flight

Your time is your own until your car arrives to take you to the airport for your departure flight.

TOUR DURATION: 8 Days / 7 Nights

TOUR OPERATES: Year Round / On Demand

TOUR PRICES: Available Upon Request

DESTINATIONS: HANOI – SAPA – HALONG – HANOI

Rates vary frequently. Please contact us to get the best possible price based upon your travel period and specific touring needs.

Trip inclusive:

• Hotel accommodation in shared twin or shared double room with daily breakfast.
• Meals as mentioned in the itinerary (B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner).
• Tours and transfers by private air-conditioned vehicles.
• English/French speaking local guide
• All entrance fees as indicated in itinerary.
• Boat trips as mentioned in the itinerary
• Return train ticket Hanoi – Sapa – Hanoi
• Cruise in Halong Bay
• Cold water and towel during tours
• Visa Arrival to Vietnam

Trip exclusive:

• Visa fee
• International air ticket: Ho Chi Minh City – Phnom Penh
• International airport tax:
• Other meal, drink, Tip to guide and driver, personal expenses
• Supplement for French, Spanish, Italian and German speaking guide