7 Days
Daily Tour
Unlimited
English
Hanoi, Sapa, Halong Bay
Arriving at Hanoi Airport, our guide warmly receives and transfers you to your hotel.
Check-in at the hotel and unwind.
Overnight at a 3.5-star hotel such as MK Premier Hotel, Hai Bay Hotel, or a similar option.
(Hanoi City Private Tour - Offering enhanced flexibility for a personalized experience)
8:30 AM: Embark on a private tour of Hanoi city by car.
Commence the journey with a visit to Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum and One Pillar Pagoda, providing insights into the history of Ho Chi Minh, the Vietnam War, and the cultural significance of Buddhism in Vietnam. Proceed to the Temple of Literature, the first university in Vietnam, built during the 10th century under the influence of Confucianism by the Ly Dynasty. The tour continues to Tran Quoc Pagoda, the central hub for Vietnamese Buddhism, hosting vital Buddhist activities. Traverse the Youth Road, flanked by West Lake, Hanoi's largest lake, and Truc Bach Lake.
12:15 PM: Enjoy a delightful lunch.
1:00 PM: Conclude the city tour and return to your hotel.
3:00 PM: Embark on a Hanoi Walking Street Food Tour, where our guide will meet you at your hotel.
8:00 PM: Your local guide in Hanoi will pick you up for the overnight soft sleeper train with AC to Lao Cai, departing between 9:10 PM and 9:50 PM from Hanoi railway station.
Overnight on Train: Chapa Train or similar.
5:00 - 6:30 AM: Pick you up in Lao Cai and transfer to SaPa for breakfast, with the possibility of an early hotel check-in if available.
9:00 – 9:30 AM: Commence a 12 km trek, exploring Y Linh Ho and Lao Chai villages inhabited by the H'Mong minority.
1:00 PM: Enjoy lunch at a local family in Lao Chai or at a nearby riverside drinking shop. Continue the trek to Ta Van village of the Dzay ethnic group. Your guide will introduce you to the houses on stilts, providing insights into their daily lives, work, and unique customs. Enjoy green tea and engage in conversations with the ethnic people.
2:30 PM: Return to the main road at Ta Van Village, where the van will transport you back to the hotel.
After dinner, you have the freedom to explore the enchanting night scene of Sapa. Indulge in roasted corn, baked eggs by a charcoal fire, or engage in some shopping.
Especially on Saturday nights, we highly recommend a visit to the love market, a unique cultural experience among ethnic minorities like H'mong, Dazo, particularly in Lao Cai and the Northwest region of Vietnam in general.
8:00 AM: The driver and tour guide will escort you to the Cable Car Station. Enjoy a scenic 20-minute cable car ride, marveling at the breathtaking landscapes.
9:00 AM: Upon reaching an altitude of 2800 meters, take your time to soak in the views, capture memorable photos, and explore the pagoda – a spiritual haven. Embark on a trek of approximately 600 steps to reach the summit of Fansipan, also known as the Roof of Indochina. This hiking and photography session will take around 1.5 hours.
11:00 AM: Return to the Cable Car Station and travel back to Sapa town.
12:30 PM: Lunch is served at the hotel.
1:30 PM - 3:45 PM: Enjoy leisure time to explore Sapa town independently, shop for souvenirs, and regroup with fellow travelers at the hotel to prepare for the journey back to Hanoi.
Overnight on the train, such as Chapa Train or Sapaly Train, or a similar option.
Arrive in Hanoi at 5:00 AM. We arrange a small room for you to freshen up and relax until 8:00 AM.
At 8:30 AM, your journey to Ha Long Bay continues.
8:30 AM - 7:30 PM:
Our minivan will pick you up from your hotel in Hanoi city center around 8:30 AM. As we drive to Halong City, enjoy the scenic beauty of the Red River Delta countryside.
Take a 30-minute break in Hai Duong province for refreshments.
Upon arrival at Tuan Chau island, have a break and a welcome drink at the Pelican Halong Cruise Lounge.
Transfer to Pelican Halong Cruise. Receive a warm welcome, attend a cruise briefing, follow safety instructions, and complete the check-in process. Embark on the cruise to explore Halong Bay, recognized as one of the New Seven Wonders of Nature.
Indulge in a buffet lunch featuring delicious Vietnamese dishes while cruising through picturesque areas such as Incense Burner, Dog Stone Islet, Fighting Cock, Soi Sim beach, and Coconut Three Island.
Visit Tung Sau area, characterized by unique rock formations, and witness the cultured pearl fishery. Observe the pearl-making process, from cultivation to harvesting and sculpting. If you prefer, partake in kayaking and immerse yourself in the pearl-making experience.
Explore the beautiful Ti Top beach for swimming (weather permitting). Ti Top Beach is renowned for its refreshing atmosphere, clear water, and pristine white sand. Alternatively, climb to the top of Ti Top beach for a panoramic view of Halong Bay.
Return to the boat and enjoy free time while sailing to the Luon Bo area, anchoring for the night.
Optional: Indulge in a massage service; please book directly with the Cruise Manager (refer to the massage menu).
Join the Cooking class on the sundeck to learn how to make traditional Vietnamese spring rolls. Then, partake in Happy Hour (Buy one drink, get one free) for a relaxing evening. Witness the enchanting sunset over Halong Bay.
7:30 PM - 11:00 PM: Delight in a Deluxe Vietnamese BBQ Set Menu Dinner.
Evening activities include leisure time for conversation at the bar, watching movies and Vietnamese cultural films, and relaxing to the tunes on Pelican Halong Cruise. Engage in activities such as playing cards or chess, reading magazines in your room or the dining room. For those seeking adventure, try your hand at squid fishing and fishing from the boat.
11:00 PM: End of Day One Program.
Overnight on Pelican Cruise.
6:00 AM – 11:30 AM: The day commences early on board with a Tai Chi session on the sundeck. Tai Chi, also known as Tai Chi Chuan, involves a combination of deep breathing and relaxation along with slow and gentle movements.
Enjoy coffee, tea, and pastries for breakfast in the dining room while taking in the morning view of the bay's landscape.
Take a tender to Sung Sot Cave. Walk up approximately 100 steps to reach the cave entrance. The cave visit lasts about 45 minutes, exploring Sung Sot Cave—one of the largest caves in Halong Bay, adorned with beautiful stalactites and stalagmites. Return to the boat by tender. Proper footwear is highly recommended.
Head back to Pelican Halong Cruise. Check out and settle your bill at the reception.
Indulge in a buffet brunch while cruising back to Tuan Chau Wharf. Relax on the sundeck or in the dining room, enjoying the bay scenery as you approach the wharf.
Disembark at Tuan Chau Wharf and bid farewell to the crew.
12:00 PM – 3:30 PM:
Stop in the middle to visit a traditional workshop and enjoy refreshments for about 30 minutes.
Arrive in Hanoi.
End of the trip.
Relax at your hotel.
Our private car will be ready to pick you up from your hotel and transfer you to the airport, bidding farewell. This concludes the package tour.
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