Day 01: Hanoi Arrival (D)

Welcome at Hanoi Airport by your private guide. Transfer to the hotel for check in. We’ll then proceed with a sightseeing tour of Hanoi.

CITY TOUR HIGHLIGHTS:

• Visit West Lake and Tran Quoc Pagoda where you can get a deep understanding of the local life, culture and religion
• Explore the Old Quarter by rickshaw to view the most elegant French colonial architectures and the bustling streets in Hanoi
• Enjoy a traditional water puppet show which is unique to Vietnamese culture
• Dinner at a local restaurant

Overnight in Hanoi   

Day 02: Hanoi – Sapa (B/L/D)

After breakfast at your hotel and check-out, you will be picked up by a private vihicle with your private guide and transferred from Hanoi to Sapa via Noi bai - Lao cai Expressway. The travel time is approximately 5 hours. Lunch at a local restaurant in Sapa. 

Afternoon visit Lao Chai and Ta Van villages of Hmong and Dzay minorities. You have the opportunity to take beautiful photos of rice terraces and enjoy the breathtaking mountain scenery. Walk through villages where ethnic people live. Visit their homes and witness their daily activities. End of trip. Drive back to Sapa Town.

Option 2: Afternoon visit the Silver Waterfall - the most beautiful waterfall in Sapa, and then enjoy the great view and feeling at the "Heaven Gate" of Sapa - the highest point of Hoang Lien Son mountain range where you can see majestic Lai Chau Valley and imposing Fanxipan mount.

Overnight in Sapa 

Day 03: Sapa – Fansipan Mountain – Hanoi (B/L)

In the morning, you will have a short transfer to Fansipan Cables Station and Take a scenic cable car ride up 3,143 meters above sea level to the peak of Fansipan Mountain, the highest mountain in the Indochinese Peninsula, Fansipan. Take in an impressive scenic view of Hoang Lien Son Range and Muong Hoa Valley’s natural landscapes as you ascend up the mountain. When you reach the top, spend time admiring the breathtaking views and explore the various temples at the peak. Immerse yourself in the rich history and culture of the mountain with a visit to the Bich Van Thien Tu pagoda, Bao An Thien Tu temple, and Thanh Van Dac Lo spiritual landmarks.  Lunch at a local restaurant.

Please note that: After the cable-car ride you still have to climb another 600 steps to the peak of the mountain (It takes about 20 minutes), or you can take another funicular from Do Quyen Station, passing a series of pagodas and buddhas to the summit (you buy your own ticket).

Afternoon transfer back to Hanoi via Lao cai - Noi bai Expressway. The travel time is approximately 5 hours. Transfer to Hotel for check-in. Free at leisure

Option 2: Visit Bac Ha Sunday Market – Drive Back to Hanoi (B/L)

Have breakfast at your hotel. At 07.30: Your private guide and driver will pick you up at your hotel and transfer about 2.5 to 3 hours to Bac Ha Town, home of Flower H’mong ethnic people. 

On arrival, you will visit Bac Ha Sunday Market - the most beautiful market of Minorities people in Vietnam. Every Sunday morning, many different ethnic groups such as Flower Hmong, Phu La, Black Dao, Tay and Nung minorities gather to buy and sell local products that cannot be found elsewhere. You will observe and explore the lifestyle and culture of local people through the market. Lunch will be served at a local restaurant.

After lunch, transfer back to Hanoi and relax yourself totally.

Overnight in HanoI

Day 04: Hanoi – Halong Bay with Overnight Cruise (B/L/D)

Have Breakfast at hotel and check-out. at around 8:00 AM, Your private guide and driver will pick you up at your hotel and transfer about 3.5 to 4 hours to Halong — with a 30 minute comfort stop.

11:30 - 12:15:  Arrive at Halong International Cruise Port.

12:30 - 13:00: Embark on Halong cruise. Check-in, enjoy welcome drinks and cruise briefing.

13:00 - 14:30: Enjoy lunch while cruising to magnificent Bai Tu Long Bay, admire the fascinating formations on the way.

15:30 - 16:30: Explore the well - hidden Thien Canh Son Cave.

17:00 - 17:30: Return to boat – Swim or relax on sundeck.

18:00: Anchor for overnight in Cong Do area.

18:15: Pre-dinner cocktail party (complimentary "Halong sunset" cocktail with snacks).

18:30 - 19:00: Cooking class in restaurant or outdoor.

19:30 - 21:00: Savour a delicious set dinner in restaurant.

21:00 - 23:00: Night time squid fishing or relax and enjoy fresh air.

Note: The above itinerary is for your reference only as each cruise will have its own different itinerary and will be slightly different. Halong Bay Cruise is subjected to weather conditions.

Overnight Cruise in the Famous Halong Bay

Day 05:  Halong – Hanoi (Brunch)

06:30: Enjoy sunrise on the Bay. Morning Tai Chi session on sundeck.

06:45 -  07:45: Coffee, tea and breakfast pastries served in restaurant.

08:00 - 08:30: Transfer to bamboo sampan boat to visit Vung Vieng Fishing Village. Rowers are local people wearing traditional costume.

09:00 - 09:30: Check out of cabins. Start cruising towards the port.

09:30 - 10:30: International buffet brunch served in restaurant.

10:30 - 11:00: Disembark. Transfer back to Hanoi. Check in at the hotel. Dinner at a local restaurant.

Overnight in Hanoi

Day 06: Hanoi City – Departure (B)

After breakfast at hotel, it's your leisure time until we transfer you to Noi bai Airport for your departure flight. Check out time: 12h00. A late check-out can be arranged subject to room availability and a surcharge will be applied.

End of services.

Thank you for travelling with us!

Wishing You a Happy and Safe Journey

Package Includes:

• Hotel accommodation with daily breakfast basic on Double/ Twin or Triple sharing. If the listed hotel is fully booked, alternative accommodation will be offered
• Halong Bay with overnight cruise.
• Private transfer, meals, sightseeing and entrance fees as specified in the itinerary
• Private English speaking guide service

Package Excludes:

• Flight ticket, Airport taxes, fuel surcharge
• Early check-in or Late check-out 
• Travel Insurance & other personal expenses.
• Tips for guide and driver 
• Porterage
• Visa fee (if applicable)
• Beverage. Other services not mentioned above

Note:

• All rates are subjected to changes with or without prior notice
• All rates are subject to surcharges during Peak season and Holiday season if applicable.
• Halong cruise itinerary subject to vary without prior notice and each cruise might run on each different program. 
• Transfer times are approximate and subject to local conditions at the time of travel and daily order of sightseeing are subject to change
• Please refer to Hanoi Premium Travel & tour booking terms-and-conditions