Journey through Vietnam: Discovering Hanoi, Sapa, Halong Bay, Hoi An 14-Day

Welcome to Hanoi, Vietnam! On your first day, you can arrive in Hanoi at any time as the only activity scheduled is the airport pick up. A car driver will be waiting for you at the airport to take you to your hotel. Once you have checked in, the rest of the day is free for you to rest or explore the city and form your own first impressions of Vietnam. The airport transfer is included in the itinerary, so you don't have to worry about arranging transportation on your own. Stay overnight in Hanoi and get ready for an exciting adventure!
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Accommodation Options:

• TK-123 Hanoi - 3-star or similar
• Lenid Hanoi Hotel - 4-star or similar
• Hotel du Parc Hanoi - 5-star or similar

6:30-7:00 am: Our driver and tour guide will pick you up from your hotel in Hanoi to begin the journey to Sapa. Along the way, we'll make a comfortable stop for a short break before continuing on to Lao Cai City.

10:00 am: Arrive in Lao Cai City and continue the drive to Sapa. Be amazed by the colorful traditional costumes of H’mong, Dzao, Tay ethnic people. Enjoy a welcome drink and itinerary briefing upon arrival in Sapa. After that, indulge in local Vietnamese dishes for lunch before checking into the hotel.

14:30 pm: Embark on a hike downhill to Cat Cat village situated at the bottom of Muong Hoa Valley. Take in the stunning views of the beautiful valley towards Fansipan - the highest peak in Vietnam and Indochina. Once we reach the village, you'll have the opportunity to visit the Black H’mong’s traditional stilt houses and observe people weaving, embroidering, and drying their clothes. Then, continue walking to witness the dramatic and picturesque Cat Cat Waterfall - a great spot for photo-shoots.

17:00 pm: Return to Sapa town for dinner. After dinner, you'll have free time to explore the Sapa Market and town. Overnight at the hotel.
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Accommodation Options:
Sapa Luxury Hotel - 3-star or similar
Chau Long Sapa 2 Hotel - 4-star or similar
Pao's Sapa Leisure Hotel - 5-star or similar

8:00 am: Enjoy breakfast at the hotel.

9:00 am: Embark on a trek from Sapa to another part of Muong Hoa Valley and marvel at the magnificent mountainous landscapes. Walk through lush rice terraces to reach Lao Chai village and witness the daily life and traditional culture of the Black H'mong people.

11:30 am: Visit Ta Van village of the Tay minority, which is strongly influenced by Chinese culture. Then, take a bus back to Sapa.

14:30 pm: Spend some free time in Sapa to refresh yourself.

15:15 pm: Board a bus to return to Hanoi.

21:15 pm: Arrive in Hanoi, check in to your hotel, and stay overnight.
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Accommodation Options:

TK-123 Hanoi - 3-star or similar
Lenid Hanoi Hotel - 4-star or similar
Hotel du Parc Hanoi - 5-star or similar

After enjoying a delicious breakfast at the hotel, you will be picked up by our friendly guide to begin your exploration of Hanoi City. The first stop will be at Tran Quoc Pagoda, located on Golden Fish Island in West Lake. This pagoda is the oldest in Hanoi and was built in the 6th century. Admire the stunning architecture and learn about the history and culture of this important landmark.

Next, visit the Ho Chi Minh complex, where you will have the chance to see the embalmed body of Ho Chi Minh. Take a leisurely walk around the garden to see the two houses where he lived and worked from 1954 to 1969. Then, visit the One Pillar Pagoda, which worships the Goddess of Mercy and is considered the most unique pagoda in the world.

Please note that Ho Chi Minh’s Mausoleum is closed on Mondays and Fridays. If your tour is on either of these days, an alternative itinerary will be arranged.

Afterwards, head to the Vietnam Ethnology Museum to learn about the culture of the 54 ethnic groups living in Vietnam. However, if your tour is on a Monday, the museum will be closed, and you will visit the Women’s Museum instead.

Enjoy a delicious lunch at our restaurant, where you will have the opportunity to taste some of the best Vietnamese cuisine.

After lunch, continue your tour with a visit to the Temple of Literature, the first university of Vietnam established in the 11th century. This is a great place to learn about the education system of Vietnam in ancient times.

The city tour will conclude with a visit to the Hoa Lo Prison, originally used by the French colonists in Indochina for political prisoners and later by North Vietnam for U.S. prisoners of war during the Vietnam War. During this later period, it was known to American POWs as the "Hanoi Hilton."

After an exciting day of exploring Hanoi City, you will be transferred back to the hotel for check in. Free at leisure and stay overnight in Hanoi.

After having breakfast at your hotel, the car driver and tour guide will pick you up at 8:00 am to depart for Ninh Binh Province. It's a 2.5-hour drive from Hanoi to Ninh Binh.

At around 10:30 am, you will arrive at Hoa Lu Ancient Capital, the site of a 10th-century capital of an ancient Vietnamese Kingdom during the Dinh and Le dynasties. Here, you will visit two temples - the Dinh Tien Hoang Temple (Dinh King’s temple) and Le Hoan Temple (Le King’s Temple).

At noon, you will enjoy a delicious Vietnamese lunch at a local restaurant.

After lunch, at around 2:00 pm, you will continue your tour to Tam Coc. You will take a boat trip on Ngo Dong River with the stunning scenery of karst hills, rice fields, and peaceful villages, and pass through “Hang Ca”, “Hang Hai” and “Hang Ba”.

At around 4:00 pm, you will visit Mua Cave, known as the miniature Great Wall of Vietnam. You can challenge yourself to climb up the 500 stone steps of Mua Cave to see the breathtaking panorama view of the countryside, rice field, and Ngo Dong river.

At around 5:30 pm, you will get back on the car and relax while returning to Hanoi.

At around 8:00 pm, you will arrive at your hotel in Hanoi for check-in and stay overnight.