5N Best of Hanoi with Sapa (ATG-VN0007)

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Package Overview

Discover the enchanting beauty of northern Vietnam with our 5-night "Best of Hanoi with Sapa" tour. This journey begins in Hanoi, where you'll explore its historic Old Quarter, iconic landmarks, and vibrant street life. Then, venture to the breathtaking landscapes of Sapa, renowned for its terraced rice fields, ethnic villages, and the stunning Fansipan Mountain. Enjoy guided treks through picturesque valleys, experience the rich culture of the Hmong and Dao people, and relish the tranquility of Sapa's scenic vistas. This tour offers a perfect blend of cultural immersion and natural beauty, making it an unforgettable Vietnamese adventure.

Inclusion

4 Nights’ accommodation at Hanoi in Choice of Selected Hotel Category
1 Night accommodation at Sapa in Choice of Selected Category
Daily Breakfast
Transportation in A/C vehicle as per program
Meals as per itinerary
Sharing Bus & Guide to Hanoi City Tour, Halong Bay & Sapa
English Speaking Guides
All Entrance Fees & Sightseeing as mentioned in the program
Local English Speaking Guides in Vietnam
Bottles of Mineral Water on Tour Day
All Tours & Transfers on Seat In Coach Basis

Exclusion

Return International & Domestic Airfares
Cost of Vietnam Visa Stamp (approx: USD 25 per pax) on arrival
Cost of Vietnam Visa Letter
Meals other than the ones indicated in inclusions
Travel Insurance
Expenses of personal nature such as tips, telephone calls, laundry, liquor, etc.
Anything which is not specified in Inclusions
Peak / Festival Period Surcharge to be paid extra & will be notified at time of booking confirmation
Early Check-In & Late Check-Out
Tipping / Gratuities (About US $ 3 - 5 per person per day)
Surcharges applicable for below period

Day Wise Itinerary

Day 1 : Arrival Hanoi

Welcome to Hanoi, the capital city of Vietnam. Upon arrival, you will be greeted by the local tour guide and transfer to downtown. Check in your hotel. Hanoi, the capital of Vietnam, is known for its centuries-old architecture and a rich culture with Southeast Asian, Chinese and French influences. At its heart is the chaotic Old Quarter, where the narrow streets are roughly arranged by trade. There are many little temples, including Bach Ma, honoring a legendary horse, plus Đồng Xuân Market, selling household goods and street food.

Day 2 : Visit the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum and Museum to Explore

Enjoy breakfast at hotel. Around 08:00 – 08:30, Pick up at your hotel (join tours will free pick up all points in Hoan Kiem, Hanoi). Then visit the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum and Museum to explore the architectural and historical aspects of Uncle Ho’s final resting-place. Just next door is Ho Chi Minh’s house on stilts and lying to one side of the Mausoleum is the One Pillar Pagoda which was founded by King Ly Thai To in 1049 – the structure has become an important symbol for the people of Hanoi. We then continue on to the Quan Thanh Temple (Taoist – dating from the Ly Dynasty) and the Buddhist Tran Quoc Pagoda on the West lake (One of the oldest pagoda in Vietnam). Then visit Bat Trang pottery village (apply on Mon, Wed & Fri). Lunch at local restaurant. After lunch we’ll proceed to visit the Ethnology Museum (apply on Sun, Tue, Thu & Sat), the Literature Temple and Quoc Tu Giam. We’ll also see Vietnam’s first university, constructed in 1070. We will take you past Hoan Kiem Lake to see the peaceful waters, and the beauty of Ngoc Son temple. For the last part of the tour we’ll journey through Hanoi’s Old Quarter.

Day 3 : Arrival Halong Lunch on boat then a Boat trip, Visit Paradise Grotto, Kissing Chicken Rock, Fisherman Village

Around 8.00 A.M you will be picked-up from your hotel in Hanoi. Depart to Halong Bay. (11h 30) arrival Halong. Lunch on boat and then take a Boat trip (about 4 hours), our boat will bring us to visit Paradise Grotto, Kissing Chicken Rock, Fisherman Village, enjoy the extraordinary landscapes of Halong Bay with nearly 3000 small islands and fantastic types of limestone. (17h 00) back to Hanoi. Overnight at hotel in Hanoi.

Day 4 : Enjoy Local Lunch & Dinner in Sapa

6.30 – 7.00: Pick up from your hotel, get on big bus and depart for Sapa.

9.30: Follow the highway to Lao Cai city with the first comfort break

11.00: Second comfort break at Lao Cai city before approaching Sapa

13.00: Arrive Sapa Town with colorful traditional costumes of H’mong, Dzao, Tay ethnic People.

Welcome drink and itinerary briefing. Enjoy the lunch with local Vietnamese dishes, check-in procedures.

14.30: A short drive to the gate of Cat Cat Village which is home of Black H’mong ethnic people and is located near the bottom of a deep valley at the foot of Fansipan Peak. Our local guide will show you the daily life activities of the locals, trek down to the valley bottom to the waterfall where the French built a Hydraulic Power Station; stop for photo with bridge and waterfall then you will walk uphill for bus to pick up to get back to Sapa in the afternoon.

Day 5 : Hmong village of Lao Chai,spectacular landscape of Hoang Lien Son Mountain, Ta Van village

7.00 – 7.45: Have breakfast at hotel and prepare light pack for trekking

8.00: A short drive to Y Linh Ho then trek through the rice terraces and along Muong Hoa Stream to the Black Hmong village of Lao Chai to see the spectacular landscape of Hoang Lien Son Mountain after that heading to Ta Van village – home of Dzay ethnic people.

Trekking distance is about 9 kms and it lasts for 3.5 hours

11.30: Bus picks you up at Ta Van Bridge to Sapa.

12.00 – 15.00: Have a shower at hotel, check out and have lunch and time at leisure on your own.

15.00: Meet all group members at hotel to get ready for Hanoi.

15.15: Get on bus to go back to Hanoi with two comfort breaks.

21.15: We say goodbye to you at your hotel. Overnight in Hanoi

Day 6 : Transfer

Meet our guide & driver at the hotel lobby then transfer to Hanoi airport for flight.

Accomodation

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