Highlights of Northern Vietnam In 6 Days, Hanoi

About this activity

With Highlights of Northern Vietnam In 6 Days tour, you will get in touch with the diversity f nature and the cultures of Vietnam. This short getaway will start in Hanoi, the modern capital of Vietnam, which still keeps the charm of the old days. Then head to Sapa to see the beautiful rice terraces and immerse into the traditions of the hill tribe villages, who maintain the sale lifestyle for hundreds of years. Then end your trip with a visit to the world-famous Halong Bay with the hundreds of limestone islets rising from the sea.

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At a glance

Duration: 6 days
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 15 people
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English
Operated by: Realistic Asia

Ages: Infants (0–2 years) · Children (3–11 years) · Adults (12–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Limousine bus from Hanoi to Sapa and from Sapa to Hanoi
Included: Door-to-door pick-up & drop-off services by private car
Included: All sightseeing tickets according to the itinerary
Included: Tissues and water on the coach
Included: Lunch
Included: Dinner
Included: Air-conditioned bus between Hanoi and Halong Bay (2-way)
Included: Breakfast
Included: 24/7 hotline support guaranteed
Included: Service charges and government tax
Included: Air-conditioned bus for the excursions

Not included

Not included: Early check-in and late check-out (If not mentioned)
Not included: E-Visa to Vietnam (can be applied online)
Not included: Surcharge for airport cabs from 12:00am – 05:00am
Not included: International flights for arrival and departure
Not included: Travel insurance is not covered in the tour price.
Not included: Beverage, Personal expenses, tips, and gratuities
Not included: Compulsory Gala Dinner on 24 Dec, 31 Dec
Not included: Public holiday surcharge (Christmas and New Year, Tet) if applicable
Not included: Other services not mentioned in inclusion part

Itinerary

Day 1 · Welcome to Vietnam - Hanoi Arrival

Hanoi

12 hours

Your Vietnam adventure begins with your arrival in Hanoi. Your private driver will meet you at the airport, holding a signboard with your name. He will escort you to your accommodation right in the heart of the city, with the fascinating Old Quarter at your fingertips. You can easily explore the city at your own pace or relax at the hotel after the flight.

Overnight in Hanoi

San Premium Hotel or similar (3 Stars)

Day 2 · Travel From Hanoi To Sapa - Trekking to Cat Cat Village - join a group tour, bus

Sapa

5 hours

Get up early in the morning and get ready for your adventure to Sapa. We will pick you up from the hotel around 6:0) am and transfer you to Sapa by bus.
Cat Cat village

4 hours Admission included

Upon arrival in Sapa, your guide will meet you and take you to the hotel to check in and have lunch. After that, a walk down to the South-west of Sapa (around 4 km) to visit Cat Cat village of the Black H’mong. Relax at the food of the stunning waterfall and the vestige of a hydroelectric power station that was constructed by the French during colonial time in Vietnam. Enjoy picnic lunch by the side of the river, and then next 3 km to Sin Chai, the village located at the foot of Fansipan Mountain, “the roof of Vietnam and Indochina”. When you reach the road you will be transferred to your hotel for some rest and have dinner.

Overnight in Sapa

The trekking distance is about 3.5 km

Difficulty level - easy

homestay

Day 3 · Trek Through The Rice Terraces to y Linh Ho, Lao Chai, and Ta Van - transfer back to Hanoi - join a group tour

Y Linh Ho

4 hours Admission included

Have breakfast at the hotel and get ready for one more day of trekking. We will leave the hotel around 9:30 am and enjoy a nice walk to Y Linh Ho. From here we will trek through the rice terraces along Muong Hoa Stream to the Black Hmong village of Lao Chai to see the spectacular landscape of Hoang Lien Son Mountain.

Have a stop for a picnic lunch at Lao Chai village.
Ta Van

3 hours

Continue your spectacular walk to Ta Van village, the home of the Dzay people.

Trekking distance is about 12 km
Hanoi

5 hours

From here we will pick you up and transfer you back to Sapa from where you will take a bus to Hanoi.

Overnight in Hanoi

San Premium Hotel or similar (3 Stars)

Day 4 · Cruising to The Spectacular Halong Bay - shared cruise, bus

Hanoi

4 hours

In the morning, check out of the hotel, and get picked up by the Cruise team. Take the most scenic route to reach Halong Bay, taking you across the Red River Delta with emerald green rice paddies.
Hạ Long Bay

6 hours

Then you will board the cruise and enjoy the fantastic views of limestone rocks and the karst grottoes. Have an utterly delicious seafood lunch and enjoy the time at the sundeck exploring the Bay.

The cruise will stop in a secret place where you will spend time kayaking or swimming, so you can explore the karst grottoes closer. Towards the evening, you will return to the boat for an early dinner, followed by some time at leisure. You can optionally attend the activities taking part on the boat or just relax.

Overnight on cruise

Note: In case of bad weather (the boat is not allowed to push off or not allowed to overnight in the sea), the Ha Long bay tour could be cancelled without notice. We will consider other replacement tours or a refund based on the specific circumstances.

Le Journey Cruise or similar (3 Stars)

Day 5 · Halong Bay - travel back to Hanoi (B/L) - sharing cruise, bus

Halong Bay

4 hours Admission included

Rise early today to view the sunrise at the wonder of nature with breakfast served in the dining room. A Tai Chi class on the sun deck will awaken your mind and muscles.

Then head off to visit the limestone cave full of stalagmites and stalactites, after your exploration return to the boat to check out and enjoy the brunch while the cruise is sailing back to the harbor.
Hanoi

4 hours

Later you will be transferred back to Hanoi.

Overnight in Hanoi.

San Premium Hotel or similar (3 Stars)

Day 6 · Time To Say Goodbye - Hanoi Departure

Hanoi

12 hours

Relish a healthy breakfast on the final day of your trip to Vietnam. Complete the hotel check-out formalities, after which you can visit the local markets to buy souvenirs for your loved ones. Later your private driver will transfer you to the airport to take your flight back home.

Trip Ends.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Upon your arrival in Vietnam, we will meet you at the Noi Bai International Airport and transfer you to the hotel.

Please note: We will transfer you to Noi Bai International Airport to take your flight back home on the last day, please plan your inbound flights accordingly

End point

Upon your arrival in Vietnam, we will meet you at the Noi Bai International Airport and transfer you to the hotel.

Please note: We will transfer you to Noi Bai International Airport to take your flight back home on the last day, please plan your inbound flights accordingly

Using your ticket

You MUST confirm and obtain any visa requirements prior to border crossing. All visa requirements are the sole responsibility of the traveler
A current valid passport is required on the day of travel

Cancellation

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

If you cancel	You get back
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants
Wear comfortable shoes and bring a hat and sunblock cream.