Hanoi – Sapa – Ha Long 6 days 5 nights (5-star cruise) 

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PURE FUN GROUP – NO SHOPPING STATION – PRIVATE TOUR

BRIEF ITINERARY

(LUNAR NEW YEAR 15/2/2026 – 22/2/2026)

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. 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. In 1873, the French army occupied Hanoi and made Hanoi the seat of the Governor-General of French Indochina. 

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. , 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.

The cost of shower in Hanoi hotel is about 20-30 MYR/person/time or you can pay it at the hotel. Then have dinner.

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)

21:30: The tour guide will take the modern luxury sleeper bus with the tourists to Sapa (you can also take the train 4 people/1 room with 4 beds – the tour guide will take the bus to Sapa, not take the train with the
tourists, but will guarantee to pick you up at the train station)

Day 2: Glass Bridge,  Cat Cat Village , Sapa Night Market (B/L/X)

Arrived in Sapa, tourists enjoyed breakfast (Vietnamese specialty: bread + coffee)

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.

Rong May Glass Bridge

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

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. The village has beautiful scenery and is called Cat Cat in French. 

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: Fansipan, Sun Plaza, Moana, Sapa Stone Church, back Hanoi (B/L/X) 

In the morning, enjoy breakfast at the hotel and then check out.

Fansipan Peak

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. On a clear day, you can overlook the beautiful scenery of the terraced fields on the cable car. You will see the Manghua Valley, the Huanglian Mountains, and the beautiful sea of clouds. Then continue to conquer the 600 stone steps and climb to the top of Fansipan with an altitude of 3143 meters – the sea is called the roof of Indochina. There are also temples on the mountain, the most famous of which is Jinshan Baosheng Temple. This Buddha statue of Amitabha is 21.5 meters high and is the tallest bronze Buddha statue in Vietnam. Have a buffet lunch at noon.

Have a buffet lunch at noon.

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.

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 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.
21:30: The tour guide will take the modern luxury sleeper bus with the tourists back Hanoi (you can also take the train 4 people/1 room with 4 beds – the tour guide will take the bus back Ha Noi, not take the
train with the tourists, but will guarantee to pick you up at the train statio)

Day 4: Phung Hung Mural Street, Hoan Kiem Lake,  Tran Quoc Temple, Ba Dinh Square, One Pillar Pagoda, Mega Grand World Hanoi (B /L/X) 

In the morning you will have breakfast at the hotel and then go to visit:

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.

Hoan Kiem Lake

is an attraction located in Hanoi, Vietnam. It is a fascinating place that attracts many tourists to explore. Hoan Kiem Lake is surrounded by beautiful natural scenery, making people feel like they are in a fairy tale world.

Tran Quoc Pagoda

Is an ancient temple famous for its unique architectural style and long history. Tran Quoc Pagoda is one of the most popular tourist attractions in Hanoi, attracting many tourists to visit and explore. This temple is situated in a peaceful setting, surrounded by lush trees and beautiful gardens. As soon as you arrive at Tran Quoc Pagoda, you will be shocked by its magnificent architecture. The interior of the temple is beautifully decorated with many ancient sculptures and artworks on display, showing the essence of traditional Vietnamese culture.

At Tran Quoc Pagoda, you can visit various parts of the temple and learn about its rich historical and cultural background. You can also take a stroll around the temple to enjoy the peaceful atmosphere and beautiful views. If you are interested in Buddhism, you can also participate in Buddhist ceremonies and meditation activities at the temple.

Ba Dinh Squar is located in the center of the central municipality of Hanoi, the capital of Vietnam. There are government offices and foreign embassies around the square. It can accommodate 100,000 or 200,000 people. It is a place of gatherings and festivals for the people of Hanoi. On September 2, 1945, President Ho Chi Minh read the Declaration of Independence in Ba Dinh Square, declaring that the Democratic Republic of Vietnam had gained independence and broken away from colonial rule.

One Pillar Pagoda is an ancient temple famous for its unique architectural style and long history. The architectural style of One Pillar Pagoda is unique. There is only one pillar in the temple supporting the entire building, hence the name One Pillar Pagoda. This temple was built in ancient times and is one of the important heritages of Vietnamese culture. In One Pillar Pagoda, you can feel the strong religious atmosphere and peaceful atmosphere. Here you can visit the interior of the temple and admire the exquisite murals and sculptures. There are also some halls dedicated to Buddha statues in the temple, where you can pray or meditate.

Mega Grand World Hanoi

Mega Grand World Hanoi: Hanoi Mega World is a collection of entertainment, food and shopping malls as an integrated complex, it has taken the travel-loving community by storm in recent years. This place is unique and amazing the impressive architectural style attracts the attention of tourists. Visit Hanoi’s “Little Venice” and admire the magnificent at sunset, take a gondola ride and feel the refreshing atmosphere. Enjoy the Great Navigation Show, which is combined with 3D projection on a giant ship platform a real performance of shooting technology; the Great Navigation recreates the magnificent European trade routes, crossing the Maritime Silk Road, the five oceans and Hoi An Trade Port in Vietnam.

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

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

Halong Bay

After breakfast at the hotel, we will drive to 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 is one of the seven wonders of the world.
It has become a wonder of stone forests on the sea, also known as “Guilin 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 The cave also creates an intoxicating and eternal world. Halong Bay is a natural museum of the evolution of the earth. Take a boat ride around it and experience the wonders of nature. When the car arrives at the bay pier, tourists go through the procedures for boarding the boat. Sailors greet visitors.
11:45 The car arrives at the pier, and the tourists go through the boarding procedures. The seamen welcome the tourists.
12:00 The cruise takes you through the famous islands of Halong Bay such as Dog Rock and Fighting Cock Island.

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. This is considered a masterpiece carved by the hand of the Creator, and its beautiful lines will amaze and admire anyone who comes here for the first time.
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 Return to Tuan Chau Harbor.

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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