Hanoi – Sapa – Ha Long 6 days 5 nights (One night on a cruise ship)

PURE FUN GROUP – NO SHOPPING STATION – PRIVATE TOUR
BRIEF ITINERARY

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SPECIFIC ITINERARY

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. 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, which shows the prosperity of that time. 

• 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.

Vietnam’s national treasure water puppet show

• Is the most distinctive traditional folk stage show in Vietnam and is also unique in the world.The unique thing about puppet show is that the puppet show is performed on the surface of the pool; the performers must be immersed in it for a long time. In the water, using its strong arm strength and skillful rope control skills, the doll can perform various legendary stories vividly.Things are happening, and the appropriate demeanor of his movements is amazing. Vietnam’s water puppet show is a highly entertaining activity Art performances, including traditional dance shows and musical instruments (own expense)

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.

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

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

Day 2: Sapa Fansipan, Cat Cat Village, Sun Plaza (B/L/X)

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.

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. 

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, Moana, Sapa Stone Church, Hanoi(B/L/X)

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.

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.

22:30 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 5 star/4 star cruise 2 days 1 night (B/L/D)

Experience Athena Luxury Cruise 5 stars/Verdure Lotus Cruise 4 stars and visit Halong Bay

In the morning have breakfast at the hotel and then drive to the beautiful Halong Bay.

Halong Bay

•  which belongs to Quang Ninh Province, is dotted with more than a thousand independent islands. Halong Bay is comparable to Yangshuo’s landscape and one of the seven wonders of the world. It has become a wonder of stone forests on the sea, also known as “Que Lam 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. 

09:00 – 09:30 The car arrives at Halong Bay Pier, and the tour guide handles the boat boarding procedures. You can try one of the drinks featured in the “Welcome Drink” show.

Enjoy lunch on the boat at noon. In the vast space of the sea, it is definitely a wonderful feeling to try seafood specialties while admiring the majestic natural scenery of Ha Long Bay.

You can relax, swim, or kayak on the beach in the Tra Bau area.

TITOP Island

• The origin of this island is in 1962, when Ho Chi Minh accompanied the Soviet space hero CHERMANN TITOP to visit Halong Bay, to commemorate this event, Ho Chi Minh named the island after TITOP Kitov Island, and the island began to become famous. TITOP Island has a rare crescent-shaped beach in Halong Bay. Its height is 87 meters. We can climb the 424 steps of Hero Island and climb to the top pavilion, which is the best place to take photos when applying for a World Natural Heritage. You take a break on the boat.

You can enjoy wine and fruits on the boat as the sun sets. Then you can take a cooking class on board and learn how to cook traditional Vietnamese food.

In the evening you enjoy dinner on board. Then you can freely participate in squid fishing, listening to music, playing games, dancing, and singing. You spend the night on the boat and enjoy watching the stars in the vast sea, which will leave you with unforgettable memories.

Day 5: Kayaking in Halong Bay, Bai Chay Beach  (B/L/X)

In the morning you can get up early to watch the beautiful sunrise over the sea, warm up and breathe in the fresh air. Then enjoy a light breakfast in the restaurant.

The Dark and Light Caves

• Is one of the most unique areas on the bay. The light and dark cave area is located in Lan Ha Bay, Cat Ba Islands, in the area bordering Halong Bay and Lan Ha Bay. This is a cave nearly 100 meters long. The bottom of the cave is submerged in the sea water, and the top of the cave is exposed to the water. To explore this place, visitors must sit in a kayak and slowly float down the river to admire this mysterious beauty. 

09:30 Return to the cruise ship, check out, and have free time to enjoy the view of Lan Ha Bay.

Lan Ha Bay located in the Cat Ba World Biosphere Reserve, is a beautiful and very quiet bay with a total of 400 large and small islands. Unlike the limestone in Halong Bay, the limestone in Lan Ha Bay is covered with green plants and has clear blue water below. The limestone is densely packed together, raw and beautiful, forming many interesting shapes. Lan Ha Bay has beautiful natural landscapes but still retains its original beauty, so it is known as the “Second Halong Bay”. 

10:00 Enjoy a light lunch at the cruise ship’s restaurant

11:00 Return 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 6: 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 6 days and 5 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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IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Our company is a local Vietnamese tour operator. The price does not include airfare. You can book your own airfare or we can recommend a Malaysian travel agency to help you book it.

Gifts

• If your group has 16pax, 1pax will be free and get a free Roast Suckling Pig
• If your group has 8pax, Free 1 portion of roasted pork + Egg coffee/salt coffee
• Free group photo
• The larger the group, the cheaper the price.

Children fare policy

• Child under 4 years old (without extra bed): free of charge
• Child from 5 – 8 years (without extra bed): 60% adult fare
• Child from 5 – 8 years (with extra bed): 80% adult fare
• Child from 9 years up: 100% adult fare

Recommended Optional Activities

• Muong Hoa Train 8 USD/pax
• Fansipan way down mountain train ticket 6 USD/pax
• Vietnam water puppet show 15 USD/pax

Deposit amount

Once both parties have agreed on the itinerary and price, the company will sign a contract. After signing, the customer will pay 20% of the total amount. Upon arrival in Ha Noi, guests must pay the remaining 80% on the first or second day. The cancellation or quantity change policy will be agreed upon by both parties.

Group Tour and Itinerary Notes

• Group Size: Minimum group size is 2 people. For groups of 2-3 people, a private tour can be arranged (free/independent travel, no meals included). We will provide you with a English-speaking driver-guide who will provide you with full-service tourism services (hotel, car, attraction tickets, travel insurance, self-catering meals).
• Visa Requirements: To apply for a Vietnamese visa, you must provide a valid passport with a validity period of at least 6 months. If the information is incorrect, you will not be able to enter the country.
• Vehicles: Please note that the size of the vehicle will be arranged according to the number of people in the group. Regular vehicle arrangements are as follows:

Itinerary reference

South Viet Nam: https://compasstourist.com/Southvietnam

Central Viet Nam: https://compasstourist.com/centralvn

North Viet Nam : https://compasstourist.com/northvietnam