Hanoi – Sapa – Ha Long 5 days 4 nights

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Day 1: Arrive in Hanoi (-/-/D)

Arrive at Noi Bai Airport, the driver will pick you up at the airport, drop you off at a Hanoi restaurant for lunch (at your own expense), and then rest.

[Hanoi] is located in the Red River Delta in northern Vietnam. The Red River flows through the eastern part of the city. There are 72 lakes in the town, about 100 kilometers from the seaside. In 1010 AD, Emperor Taizu of the Li Dynasty Li Gongyun moved his capital here. Legend has it that he saw a dragon coming from The Red River leaping, so this treasure land was named “Thang Long”. Later, Emperor Minh Ming of the Nguyen Dynasty saw that the city was surrounded by the Red River and changed its name to Hanoi in 1831. 

Hanoi’s Old Quarter can be said to be Hanoi’s unique tourist destinations. Located in a spacious old neighborhood to the north of Hoan Kiem Lake, during the Li Dynasty in the 11th century, it prospered as the emperor’s city. It is said that there were only 36 industries in ancient times, and each industry had its street, the ancient district is roughly in the shape of an isosceles triangle. Here you can see the entire street selling clothes, fruits, seals, toys, and other unique streets. It is bustling and bustling all day long, reflecting the prosperity of Thang Long Capital in the past. 

Hanoi Cathedral also known as St. Joseph’s Cathedral, is the cathedral of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Hanoi. Its church is built in the style of Notre Dame de Paris in accordance with the Gothic architectural style popular in the 12th century and the Renaissance period, with cornices and corners, majestic and majestic.

Phung Hung Mural Street located on Phung Hung Street, Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi is the first mural street in Hanoi, Vietnam, attracting many citizens and tourists to visit and take photos. The mural street has the theme of bringing art into life. There are a total of 17 works jointly created by Vietnamese and Korean painters, which vividly display the past beauty and modern style of Hanoi, the capital of Vietnam.

Dong Xuan Market located in the old town of Hanoi, is a famous market in Hanoi, where you can visit and buy things

On the Hanoi food tour, taste some of Hanoi’s most exquisite delicacies such as eggs coffee, pho, Trang Tien ice cream, and especially for dinner you will try the Obama Grilled Rice Noodles Set, which was once eaten by the President of the United States.

Vietnamese Water Puppet Show is the most distinctive traditional folk stage show in Vietnam and a unique puppet show in the world. What is unique about it is that the puppet show is performed on the surface of a pool; the performers must be immersed in the water for a long time to use its powerful With his arm strength and skillful rope control skills, the doll can vividly perform various legends and stories, and its movements and movements are amazing. Vietnam’s water puppet show is a highly entertaining art performance with traditional dance shows and musical instruments (own expense)

At night, visitors can take a shower at the hotel (own expense)

In Hanoi Capital City, there is a famous destination called Hanoi Train Track Cafe. This place often attracts a large number of tourists coming to discover and check in. Known as a factor for tourism development in Hanoi, many people visit here to experience drinking coffee nearby the railway and observe the daily life of locals (drinks at your own expense)

22:00: take a modern luxury sleeper car or train to Sapa.

Day 2: Sapa Fansipan, Cat Cat Village,  Moana, Sapa Stone Church, Sun Plaza (B/L/D)

Arriving at Sapa, tourists go to Sapa restaurant for breakfast.

Sapa in northern Vietnam has been a tourist spot that tourists like to explore in recent years. This place is 1,600 meters above sea level and surrounded by clouds and mist. It gives people a hazy and mysterious beauty. Some people say that Sapa resembles a European town and is filled with a romantic atmosphere.

Fansipan Peak is one of the important tourist attractions that you must not miss when traveling to Sapa. Fansipan is the highest mountain in the Indochina Peninsula and is rated as the roof of Indochina. It is 3143 meters above sea level and is located in the center of the Hoang Lien Mountains.

If you want to appreciate the beauty of Fansipan step by step, you can choose to hike up the mountain, which is about 9 kilometers, but it is time-consuming and physically demanding. If you want to save time and effort, it is recommended to take the cable car, which will reach the top of Fansipan Mountain in just 20 minutes. Climb aboard the world’s most modern 3-cable cable car system, which can accommodate up to 30 guests, and begin your journey to conquer Fansipan. 

Have a buffet lunch at noon.

Cat Cat Village is about 400 kilometers away from Hanoi. The Sapa tourist area in the northwest region of the motherland is a modest and calm place with a good climate, beautiful natural landscape, and national cultural characteristics. In particular, Cat Cat Village is about 2 kilometers away from Sabah town and at the foot of Hoang Lien Son Mountain. Known as one of the most beautiful villages in Sapa, the Hmong people came to live in Cat Cat Village as early as the mid-19th century. 

Moana is located in an extremely convenient location, only 500 meters from the central square, with a total area of approximately 10,000 square meters. Here, visitors can enjoy the majestic beauty of Hoang Lien Mountains and Fansipan. When you come to Moana, you will be amazed by the Western European beauty of Sapa. The tourist area has countless unique check-in corners such as Bali Paradise Gate, Moana Girl Statue, Wuji Lake, Lonely Tree, etc., creating a unique landscape and attracting thousands of tourists.

The Stone Church is known as the symbol of Sapa. The Stone Church is located in the center of the town and was built in 1895. This is an ancient building with a strong French style. Although this stone church has gone through many vicissitudes of history and the ravages of time, it is still intact and has become one of the tourist attractions that tourists cannot miss when coming to Sapa.

Sun Plaza Shopping Mall Most tourists who come here are deeply impressed by the architecture here, the European style in the northwest mountains and forests. Not only can you take photos and check-in, but tourists can also go inside and shop.

Dinner at Sapa Restaurant in the evening, tasting Northwest specialties, and overnight at Sapa Hotel

Day 3: Glass Bridge, Ha Noi (B/L/D)

Have breakfast at the hotel in the morning and check out.

Visit Rong May Glass Bridge. The glass bridge is 2,200 meters higher than the altitude. Upon arrival, visitors will feel that this is a very spectacular project. Looking down from the heights of the glass bridge, visitors will see the most majestic natural beauty and enjoy the refreshing and pleasant climate. There are also very interesting things to do. Experience cloud hunting and take photos of majestic mountain peaks, which are both beautiful and poetic.

13:00 Take the modern G8 bus return to Hanoi.

After returning to Hanoi, have dinner at a restaurant and then return to the Hanoi hotel for the night.

Day 4: Halong Bay 5 Star Cruise (B/L/D)

Experience the 6-hour STELLA MARIS 5-star cruise in Halong Bay

Halong Bay, which belongs to Quang Ninh Province, is dotted with more than a thousand independent islands. It has become a wonder of stone forests on the sea, also known as “Quelam on the Sea”. Ha Long Bay is a typical karst terrain with a very wide range, covering an area of about 1,550 square kilometers. There are more than 1,600 stone forests and stalagmite-shaped islands scattered in it. The strange-shaped natural rock carvings protruding from the sea are quite vivid, and there are countless.

11:45-12:00, we arrived at Tuan Chau Harbor, and then guests check-in to the cruise ship. Welcome aboard and enjoy set menu lunch with Vietnamese traditional food while cruising though thousands of limestone islands such as: Dog Rock, Insence Bunner and especially Fighting Cock – a symbol of Ha Long Bay.

Surprise Cave is one of the longest and largest caves on the bay. Unlike other caves in Halong Bay, Surprise Cave has many uniquely shaped rocky islands that cannot be found elsewhere. The cave consists of 3 areas, with a total area of more than 10,000 square meters, and the entrance of the cave is 25 meters above sea level. Surprise Cave is filled with the majestic beauty of nature and is one of the most beautiful caves in Ha Long Bay. 

Luon Cave has a very special geographical location, surrounded by charming natural scenery of mist, mountains, and green grass. The natural form of the cave is always reflected in the cool blue water and the beautiful ships passing by, creating a beautiful ink painting. Here you can experience kayaking, bamboo boating or simply rest on the cruise ship and admire the scenery.

Visitting Titop island for swimming or hiking to the Titop peak for taking photos with panoramic view of the bay.

16:30 Enjoy afternoon tea. While drinking tea and eating cookies, you can watch the sunset again and again. You can also taste red wine, fruits, and French cookies.

17:45 Back to Tuan Chau Harbor.

Bai Chay Beach is a famous beach in northern Vietnam, located in Bai Chay District, Halong Bay, Quang Ninh Province. Bai Chay is an artificial beach located on the coast of Halong Bay. The beach is more than 500 meters long and 100 meters wide.

This is a beach that attracts a large number of tourists during the beach tourist season. When we come to Bai Chay, we can also participate in entertainment games, or simply immerse ourselves in the plants and trees of the Royal Park. There is a wide range of entertainment activities, from traditional to modern: watching water puppet shows, folk music and dance, karaoke rooms, discotheques…

Day 5: Hanoi – transfer to airport (B/-/-)

Have breakfast at the hotel in the morning, pack your luggage and check out. The driver picks you up at the hotel and takes you to Noi Bai Airport to prepare for your return home.

End of Hanoi – Sapa – Halong 5 days and 4 nights trip!

Note: Due to weather reasons or tourists’ health conditions, the tour itinerary can be reasonably changed without affecting the quality standards of the tour itinerary!

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