Itinerary

1. Day 1: Hanoi

   • Pick up from the Noi Bai (HAN) airport.

   • Transfer to a hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter – the most exciting and active place for tourists.

   • After resting, you can explore the city of Hanoi by yourself.

   Overnight stay in the hotel.

2. Day 2: Hanoi - Halong Bay

   • 08:00 am – 08:30 am: Pick-up from the hotel, followed by scenic 3.5 hours drive to Halong Bay.

   • 12:30 pm – 13:00 pm: Embark on a cruise boat and go through a short briefing.

   • 13:30 pm – 14:30 pm: Enjoy delicious lunch while cruising among limestone islands around the bay.

   • 14:30 pm – 15:30 pm: Explore the amazing and beautiful Sung Sot cave.

   • 15:30 pm – 16:30 pm: Go kayaking among the most remote areas of Halong Bay around the Drum cave area.

   • 16:30 pm – 17:30 pm: Return to the main boat and continue cruising while enjoying the beautiful seascape.

   • 17:30 pm – 19:00 pm: Enjoy sunset party on the sun deck.

   • 19:00 pm – 20:00 pm: Enjoy dinner, socialise with other guests, take part in board games, fish for squid or just laze around.

   Overnight stay on the boat in Halong Bay.

3. Day 3: Halong Bay - Hanoi

   • 06:30 am – 07:30 am: Start the day with Tai Chi exercises or go for a photo hunt.

   • 07:30 am – 08:30 am: Have breakfast on board while enjoying the tranquil morning.

   • 08:30 am – 09:30 am: Cruise towards Titov island. Swim and relax at the beach of Titov or climb up to the top of the island for a panoramic view of Halong Bay.

   • Return to the boat, freshen up and check out of the cabin.

   • 09:30 am – 10:30 am: Continue exploring the bay on the cruise, passing through Ba Hang fishing village, Dog Islet, and more attractions.

   • 10:30 am – 11:30 am: While returning to the harbour, watch fruit carving demonstration and participate in a cooking class before sitting down for a traditional Vietnamese lunch.

   • 10:30 am – 11:30 am: Arrive at the harbour and disembark from the boat.

   • 12:30 pm – 13:00 pm: Transfer to Hanoi.

   • 16:30 pm – 17:00 pm: Arrive in Hanoi and check in at the hotel.

   Overnight stay in the hotel.
   

4. Day 4: Hanoi – Sapa – Lao Chai & Tavan - Giang Ta Chai

   • 06:30 am: Meet guide/driver for pick up from the hotel, followed by a drive to Lao Cai. On the way, enjoy the beautiful scenery on both sides of the highway.

   • 12:30 pm: Arrival at Sapa. Enjoy lunch at the local restaurant.

   • 13:00: After lunch, start a 4-hour journey towards Lao Chai - Ta Van and Giang Ta Chai.

   • Go on a walking tour of these villages, explore the life of ethnic minorities, and admire the spectacular natural scenery surrounded by terraced rice fields.

   • Visit the ancient rocks in Sapa with engraved images.

   • Enjoy views of the bridge covered in clouds across the Muong Hoa stream.

   • Return to Sapa for an overnight stay in the hotel.

5. Day 5: Sapa - Cat Cat Village – Hanoi

   • 10:00 am: After breakfast, depart for Cat Cat – Shin chai village of H’mong, which was discovered by a colonial Frenchman and developed as a resort for officials during the early twentieth century.

   • Arrive at Cat Cat village and visit the Hydro-power station, waterfall etc.

   • Learn about the culture and customs of the people and the unique traditional crafts like weaving, carved silver, and hand-forged agricultural tools.

   • Noon: Return to Sapa town.

   • Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant.

   • Go shopping for souvenirs.

   • 15:30: Return to Hanoi.

   • 20:30 – 21:00: Arrive at Hanoi and re-check in at the hotel.

   Overnight stay in the hotel.

6. Day 6: Leisure time at Hanoi

   • Enjoy a free day for shopping, sightseeing and exploring Hanoi city.

7. Day 7: Departure

   • Enjoy breakfast in the hotel before departure to the airport.

   • Transfer to the airport.