Day 1: Hanoi
Upon arrival in Hanoi, meet your guide and transfer to the station for an overnight train journey to Sapa. Relax aboard the Chapa Express Train,
Day 2: Day 2: Sapa (B)
Arrive early at Lao Cai station and transfer to your hotel in Sapa, taking in stunning moun- tain views along the way. Sapa is located in Vietnam‘s far northwest, surrounded by deep valleys and traditional villages. After break- fast, ride the Fansipan Cable Car to Vietnam‘s highest peak for breathtaking views of Hoang Lien Son and Muong Hoa Valley.
Day 3: Sapa (B/L)
This morning, meet your guide and take a scenic drive through Fansipan and Sin Chai Valley. Continue through dense forest and waterfalls to Ban Khoang, a village of the Red Zao people. Discover their unique culture and farming practices before heading to Ta
Giang Phinh valley, home to the Black Hmong. Enjoy a picnic lunch by a stream and observe daily village life, including rice farming and traditional crafts. After the walk, return to Sapa for the night.
Day 4: Sapa To Hanoi (B)
Enjoy a leisurely morning in Sapa before driving back to Hanoi. Along the way, take in the changing landscapes as you descend from the mountains. Upon arrival in Hanoi, transfer to your hotel and join your fellow travelers for a tour briefing and welcome drinks.
Day 5: Hanoi (B/L)
Start your day with a city tour, driving past Ha- noi’s iconic sites, including Long Bien Bridge, St Joseph‘s Church, and the Opera House. Take a walking tour through the bustling Old Quar- ter, where traditional markets line the streets. Visit the Ho Chi Minh Quarter to see Uncle Ho’s mausoleum, the Presidential Palace, and the One Pillar Pagoda. After lunch at KOTO Van Mieu restaurant, continue your tour with visits to the Temple of Literature, Tran Quoc Pagoda, and the “Hanoi Hilton” museum. Return to your hotel in the evening.
Important Note: The Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum is closed on Mondays, Fridays, and during an- nual maintenance (September-November). The Ho Chi Minh Museum and Citadel are closed on Mondays, and the Presidential Palace is only viewable from outside.
Day 6: Hanoi To Ninh Binh (B)
Meet your guide for a 90 km drive south to Hoa Lu, Vietnam’s ancient capital. Visit the temples dedicated to Emperor Dinh Tien Hoang and Emperor Le Dai Hanh. After lunch (on your own), explore the Trang An Landscape Complex, a UNESCO World Heritage site with stunning limestone karsts and submerged valleys. Enjoy a boat ride through caves before checking in at the Hotel.
Day 7: Ninh Binh To Halong Bay (B/L/D)
Travel from Ninh Binh to Halong Bay, passing lush paddy fields and towering limestone karsts along the way. Board a traditional junk boat and cruise through Halong Bay’s emerald waters, enjoying a delicious lunch onboard.
Spend the afternoon exploring hidden corners of the bay. In the evening, relax in your private cabin or enjoy drinks on deck. Overnight aboard.
Day 8: Halong Bay To Hanoi And Departure (B)
Start your day with a Tai Chi lesson on the sun- deck, or simply take in the majestic surroun- dings. After a buffet brunch, disembark and return to Hanoi, concluding your journey.
