7 Days Northern Vietnam Tour: Hanoi, Halong, Sapa

Trip overview

Experience the best of Northern Vietnam on an extraordinary 7-day journey. Delve into the rich history and modern allure of Hanoi, cruise through the breathtaking landscapes of Ha Long Bay, and immerse yourself in the cultural tapestry of Sapa with Fansipan Mt by cable car. From vibrant cities to serene natural wonders, this meticulously curated tour showcases the essence of Northern Vietnam. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure filled with captivating landscapes, fascinating traditions, and warm hospitality.

Highlights

Free time for Hanoi to explore the Hanoi Old Quarter and local food
Trekking through Sapa’s breathtaking rice terraces
Homestay immersion with local ethnic communities in Ta Van
Conquering Fansipan, the Roof of Indochina by cable car and Muong Hoa train
Overnight cruising through the emerald waters of Halong Bay with kayaking
Indulging in fresh seafood feasts onboard

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From 565 USD => to 452 USD

Itinerary

You will be inspired by the stunning landscapes, exotic culture and friendly people in our very short but well covered tour within 7 days to discover only Northern of Vietnam. Take your time to visit the historical with a mixture of modern sights of Hanoi, spend the whole night on a cruise in Ha Long Bay then immerse yourself in a very cultural and natural area in Sapa

Day 1: Ha Noi Arrival- Airport Transfer- Check In Hotel In Hanoi (N/A)

Our Driver will pick you up at the airport to the hotel in Hanoi center. Check in Hotel then free and easy the rest of that day.

Optional tour:

Street food tour 3 hours ( Extra 30 USD per person)
Jeep tour 4 hours (Extra 55 USD per person)

Night 1: Overnight in hotel in Ha Noi

Includes:

Car

Day 2: Hanoi – Bus To Sapa – Sapa by bus with a long trek Y Linh Ho – Lao Chai – Ta Van village (B/L/D) - Group tour

Take away breakfast prepare by hotel

06:30 – 7.00: Pick up from the hotel, get on big bus and depart for 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

14.15: 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. You approach Ta Van village where Dzay Ethnic People inhabits in late afternoon.

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

17.45: Check in homestay; get to know the family of Dzay People. Spend time to enjoy the mountain life on Sunset. You may attend cooking local dishes with the family and enjoy dinner in peace.

In the evening, you can join the local bar nearby with music and socialize with other tourists then overnight at The Yen Homestay in Ta Van Village.

Night 2: Overnight at homestay

Note: Trekking Length: 9km/Duration: 3.5 hours/Difficulty: 4/10

Includes:

Walking

Car

Day 3: Medium trek Ta Van – Giang Ta Chai village – Sapa (B, L) - Group tour

Traditional textiles of ethnic minorities in Sapa

8.00: Have breakfast prepared by the family and start a new day with more interesting trek.

8.45: Keep walking to the rice paddies where you have a nice photo session of the amazing surrounding landscapes; a trek through the bamboo forest; stop to have a panorama view of Giang Ta Chai village – home of red Dzao People.

11.00: Trek through the Giang Ta Chai Bridge to main road, bus picks you up to come back Sapa Town.

Trekking distance is about 4 kms and it lasts for 2 hours

12.00 – 14.00: Welcome drink at hotel, have lunch with delicious Vietnamese dishes and check in procedures.

Free time in afternoon in Sapa town. Overnight at hotel in Sapa

Night 3: Overnight in hotel in Sapa

Includes:

Walking

Day 4: Sapa – Fansipan Mt by cable car - Private tour - Bus to Hanoi (B)

Sapa in September - Climates & Top List of Tourist Attractions

Have breakfast at hotel

Morning:

08:00: Meet our guide and have short transfer to Fansipan Cable Car Station. The Fansipan cable car holds the Guinness World Record as the world’s longest.

From the top you can hopefully enjoy the marvelous view of whole Sapa valley and the bordering mountain areas.

Back at Sapa town, checkout hotel before 12h00.

Our guide will show you around the town, where you could visit the old Catholic Church or walk around Sapa market.

Lunch by your own

14.30: Transfer to bus office for your bus to back to Hanoi

Arrive in Hanoi at around 21h00. Transfer to your hotel in Hanoi

Night 4: Overnight in hotel in Hanoi

Includes:

Car

Day 5: Hanoi – Halong Bay (B/L/D) - Group tour

Have breakfast at your hotel in Hanoi

7:45-8:15am: Our guide will meet you at your hotel. The shuttle bus or private car pick up. Enjoy the peaceful scenery as we travel through the countryside, farmlands and Red River delta.

12:00 – 12:30 Arriving Tuan Chau Marina. Welcome aboard the cruise. Meet the captain, crew and join us for welcome drink as we tell you about life onboard.

12:30: Check in your cabin. Time to refresh.

13:00: Served a delectable lunch while cruising ahead to Ha Long Bay

14:00: Explore the Surprising Cave – the most beautiful cave in Ha long Bay. It is one of the widest grottoes in Ha Long Bay with thousands of stalactites and stalagmites.

15:30 visit the Titop Island – swimming Climbing up to the Top of the Island – take the best view of Halong Bay Continue cruising to the quiet area while enjoy beautiful seascape on the way.

18:00: Enjoy the Sunset Party on sundeck.

19:00 Dinner is served.

20:00 Socialize with other guests or just laze around

Please bring your passport and you can leave your big bags at the hotel

Note: The itinerary can be changed depending on each cruise

Night 5: Overnight on board

Includes:

Boat

Car

Day 6: Halong Bay – Hanoi (B/L) - Group tour

7:00 Have breakfast on board while the boat starts cruising to the Natural Preservation Zone.

8:00 Kayaking to explore around the area

9:00 We board the cruise again. Take time to refresh and relax before checking out. Bags can be left in luggage store.

10:00 Join in the Cooking Class, teaching you how to make our specifically (Spring rolls) before an early lunch is served.

11: 30 – 12:00 Disembark at the harbor, Tuan Chau Marina.

17:00 Arrival back at your hotel in Hanoi

Night 6: Overnight in hotel in Ha Noi

Includes:

Car

Boat

Day 7: Hanoi Departure (B)

Breakfast at the hotel. then free and easy until our driver comes and drops off you to the airport for your next flight. Trip ends

Includes:

Car

Destination	3 Stars	4 Stars	5 Stars
Ha Noi	Hotel de Rond Hotel	Minasi Premium Hotel	Apricot Hotel
Ha Long Bay	Phoenix cruise	Verdure Lotus cruise	La Regina Legend Cruise
Sapa	Sapa Relax hotel	Sapa Charm hotel	BB hotel

Cancellation by customer

Cancellation received before 50 days: FREE of charge (except flight and train ticket)
Cancellation received before 40 days to 49 days prior arrival date: 50% of total rate
Cancellation received before 20 days to 39 days prior arrival date: 75% of total rate
Cancellation received before 20 days prior arrival date or no show: 100% of total rate

Note: Flight and train ticket are not refundable

Children Policy

The rate for children applicable for one child sharing a twin or double cabin with two adults
Under 04 years old: Pay only flight & train ticket (sharing bed & food with parent)
05 – 07 years old: 50% adult rate (sharing bed with parent)
08 – 10 years old: 75% adult rate (sharing bed with parent)
From 11 years old: 100% adult rate with extra bed

Travel with Sun Getaways Travel, you can easy to:

Extend and adjust your trip in a convert way.
Extend their stay to other places around Vietnam such as Nha Trang, Sapa, Da Lat, ect.
Upgrade to 4 or 5 stars accommodation
Upgrade to small group or private tours

IMPORTANT:

Accommodation is subject to availability and may be substituted for a hotel of a similar or higher standard without notice.

Wheelchair-accessible staterooms are available on request and subject to availability. Surcharges may apply.

Price Includes

Transportation with A/C Hanoi – Halong – Hanoi and Hanoi - Sapa - Hanoi
Private airport transfer: Airport- Hanoi- Airport with driver
English speaking guide each region
Cable car to Fansipan and Muong Hoa train to peak
Kayaking on Halong Bay
Meals as mentioned (B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D= Dinner)
Entrance fees as mentioned
Squid fishing available after 6PM on Boat upon to weather.
Cooking class on Boat Halong Bay
6 nights accommodation in a double or twin room (4 nights at hotels, 1 night at homestay and 1 night on board)
Tax and insurance on boat