7-Day Northern Vietnam Tour: Hanoi, Ninh Binh, Halong Bay & Sapa

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Duration

7 Days 6 Nights

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Group Size

12 people

Languages

English

About this tour

Embark on a 7-day Northern Vietnam journey designed for those who want to see it all! From the historic streets of Hanoi and the emerald waters of Halong Bay to the majestic peaks of Sapa and the scenic wonders of Ninh Binh. With all transfers included—from your first airport pick-up to your final departure—this is the most convenient and authentic way to explore the North’s ‘Big Four’ destinations. Book your 7D6N adventure today!

Highlights

  • Hanoi City Discovery: Dive into the soul of the 1000-year-old capital with a full-day tour of historic landmarks and vibrant Old Quarter life.
  • Halong Bay Day Cruise: Witness the breathtaking UNESCO World Heritage site, sailing past thousands of limestone karsts in just one day.
  • Ninh Binh "Triple Threat": Explore the ancient capital of Hoa Lu, row through the mystical caves of Trang An, and conquer 500 steps at Mua Cave for the ultimate "Instagram" view.
  • Sapa Mountain Escape: Travel by comfortable bus to the "Tonkinese Alps" to breathe in the fresh highland air and admire iconic terraced fields.
  • Cultural Exchange: Meet the H'mong and Red Dao ethnic people, discovering their unique traditions and colorful local markets.
  • Seamless Logistics: Stress-free travel with private airport transfers (Day 1 & Day 7) and curated transport for all sightseeing.
  • Free Spirit in Hanoi: Enjoy your final day at leisure – the perfect time for egg coffee, souvenir shopping, or a last stroll around Hoan Kiem Lake.

Included/Excluded

  • Accommodations: 01 nights in Sapa hotels
  • Transportation: Modern air-conditioned vehicles for all transfers and sightseeing per itinerary.
  • Meals: 01 breakfast at Sapa hotel, 05 lunches and 01 dinners.
  • Expert Guides: Professional English-speaking local guides throughout the journey.
  • Entrance Fees: All sightseeing tickets
  • Activities: biking in Hoa Lu, boat ride in Trang An, kayaking in Halong and trekking in Sapa ethnic villages.
  • Complimentary: bottle of mineral water per person per day and 24/7 travel support.
  • Flights: International airfares to/from Hanoi and airport taxes.
  • Visas: Vietnam visa arrangement and stamping fees.
  • Insurance: Personal travel insurance
  • Personal Expenses: Laundry, telephone calls, drinks during meals, and shopping.
  • Tipping: Gratuities for tour guides and drivers (standard practice).
  • Single Supplement: Additional charge for solo travelers staying in a private room.
  • Other Services: Any activities or meals not clearly mentioned in the "Included" section.

Itinerary

Pick up at the airport to the hotel in the old quarter. Check in hotel and free time until.

  • 11:00 AM ( Lunch ) or 17:30 PM ( Dinner ) Meet tour guide at hotel in the old quarter or meeting point before 3 hour walking tour.
  • Quick Vietnamese greeting lessons.
  • Tour guides discuss any food allergies before starting tour and tell tourists about Vietnamese cuisine, Vietnamese (Hanoi) history, culture while touring.
  • Tour guides will take tourists to eat at lots of special corners , alleys and restaurants of The Old Quarter that you might miss if you go by yourself  to try variety of street foods and drinks  such as: Bún ch( Grilled pork with noodle), Phbò,gà ( Beef, chicken noodle soup), Bún c (Snail noodle soup), Bánh cun ( Steamed rice papper rolls), Bánh gi ( Pillow cake), Nem rán ( Fried spring rolls), Bánh tôm (Shrimp cake), Bánh M(Vietnamese sandwich), Chè ( Sweet gruel soup), Bánh Bao (Vietnamese dumpling), Bánh khoai, chui ( Sweet potato,Banana cake), Hoa qudm ( Mixture fresh-fruit), Bia Hơi (Fresh beer), Trà đá (Iced tea), Café trng (Egg coffee) …….
  • Tour ends at Hoan Kiếm Lake or anywhere convenient for tourists to return, and then tour guides will show them how to get back your hotels/hostels.

8.00: Get picked up by our friendly guide and start to explore Hanoi City

08.45: Arrive at Tran Quoc Pagoda located on Golden Fish IsLand in West Lake

It is the oldest pagoda in Ha Noi built in the 6th century.

09.30: Visit Ho Chi Minh complex, you have a chance to see the embalmed body of Ho Chi Minh then walk around the garden to see 2 houses where he lived & worked from 1954 to 1969.

Then visit One Pillar Pagoda where worships the Godess of Mercy – It is the most unique padoga in the world

- Should dress modestly by covering from shoulders to knees when visiting Ho Chi Minh mausoleum, temples, pagodas…

  • Ho Chi Minh’s Mausoleum is closed on Mondays and Fridays.
  • Ho Chi Minh’s Mausoleum is closed at least 2 months (15 th June -15 th August) for the annual maintaining but still can take picture Mausoleum and visit around that area

11.15: Visit Vietnam Ethnology Museum to learn about the culture of 54 ethnic groups living in the whole country of Vietnam Special Note : we will visit Women Museum instead of Ethnology Museum closed on Mondays

12.45: Have lunch at our restaurant. You have an opportunity to enjoy Vietnamese cuisine with 8 delicious dishes.

14.00-14.15 : Continue to visit Temple of Literature – the first university of Vietnam, established in the 11 century

15.15: Leave for Hoa Lo Prison Museum which 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

16:30: Tour guide will buy water puppet tickets ( 1 hour for show ) for you and end the tour here. You go to the hotel by yourself.

TOUR INCLUDED

- Shuttle bus during the trip

- English speaking guide

-  A bottle of water

- Entrance tickets / water puppet ticket

  • Vietnamese lunch

8.00-8.45: Get picked up at the hotel in Hanoi Old Quater to depart Halong Bay

Our journey follows Hanoi – Haiphong- Tuan Chau Highway (about a 2.5-hour drive)

12:00: Arrive at Tuan Chau Harbor, get on the boat to start the excursion discovering the beauty of the world heritage site

12:30: Enjoy set menu lunch on the boat with many special dishes of Halong. While having lunch, you all can see the beautiful scenery on both sides with thousands of limestone such as Fighting Chicken and Incense Buner Islets – 2 symbols of Halong Bay

14.00: Arrive at Bo Hon Island, and you will visit Sung Sot Cave – the most beautiful cave with a lot of stalagmites and stalactites

14.45: Do kayaking or bamboo boat through Luon Cave to discover the beautiful lagoon.

15.15: Visit TiTop Island with its sandy beach. You can go swimming here or trek up to the top of the island for sightseeing all of Halong bay

16.00: Back to the boat for the sunset party (some wine, fruits, and biscuits) meanwhile the boat is cruising back to the harbor

17.45: Arrive back at the harbor. Get on the bus and return to Hanoi

20:30: Get dropped off at the hotel. Tour ends

INCLUDED

  • Limousine bus
  • A bottle of water per person
  • English speaking guide during the trip
  • Entrance fees
  • Kayaking or bamboo boat
  • Buffet lunch with authentic Vietnamese dishes
  • Sunset party

7h30 - 8h00: The bus and tour guide will pick you up at your hotel lobby in Ha Noi Old Quarter for departure to Ninh Binh. Ninh Binh is local province where has a lot of beautiful places. It is not too far from Hanoi, it is only more or less 2 hours drive from Hanoi to Ninh Binh. You will have a short break on the half way.

10h30 - 11h00: Arrive Hoa Lu ancient capital of Viet Nam. You will visit Dinh King temple and Le King temple in the 10th centery, finding out the heroic histories of this two king in Chinese Wars.

11h00 - 11h45: Biking around Hoa Lu area

12h00 - 13h00: Have a buffet lunch with Vietnamese cuisine at local restaurant.

13h15 - 13h30: Get on the bus go to Trang An wharf for enjoying unique sampan to visit Trang An cave complex.

15h30 - 15h45: Keep going to visit Mua cave. The place attracts visitors with its many interesting stories. Climb 500 stone steps, here you can see all the way to Tam Coc, enjoy a stunning panoramic view of the countryside and Ngo Dong river.

16h55 - 17h00: Get on the tourist bus to return Ha Noi.

19h00 - 19h30: Arrive Ha Noi, drop off at your hotel in Ha Noi Old Quarter.

INCLUDED

  • Limousine bus
  • A bottle of water per person
  • English speaking guide during the trip
  • Entrance fees
  • Cycling activity
  • Boat ride in Trang An
  • Buffet lunch with authentic Vietnamese dishes

( Hanoi - Sapa by bus with a short trek to Cat Cat village )

Pass By: Cat Cat village, Sapa, Lao Cai Province

6.00-6:20: Pick up at hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter, get on a bus and depart for Sapa Town.

9.30: Follow the highway to Lao Cai city and have the first rest stop.

11.00: Second rest stop in Lao Cai before heading to Sapa

13.30: Arrive at Sapa Town with colorful traditional costumes of H’mong, Dzao, and Tay ethnic people. And wait at the bus station for the tour guide and driver to pick you up to the hotel.

• Welcome beverage and itinerary overview

• Enjoy the lunch with local Vietnamese dishes and check-in procedures.

14.30: A short walk to the gate of Cat Cat village, which is the home of Black H’mong ethnic people and is located near the bottom of a deep valley at the foot of Fansipan Peak. Our local guide will show you the daily life activities of the locals, trek down to the valley bottom to the waterfall where the French built a Hydraulic Power Station; stop for photos with the bridge and waterfall; then you will walk up hill for the bus to pick you up to get back to Sapa in the afternoon.

The trekking distance is about 2.5km and it lasts for 2 hours.

17.00: Come back to Sapa Town. Have dinner and overnight in a hotel with night activities.

Meals included: Lunch and Dinner

( Sapa - Hanoi by bus with a long trek Y Linh Ho - Lao Chai - Ta Van )

Pass By: Ta Van Village, Sapa, Lao Cai Province

7.00 – 8.30: Have breakfast at the hotel, check out the room, and prepare a light pack for trekking. (Large luggage is kept in the hotel.)

8.30: Start hiking through Y Linh Ho, then trek through the rice terraces and along Muong Hoa Stream to the Black Hmong village of Lao Chai to see the spectacular landscape of Hoang Lien Son Mountain. After that, head to Ta Van village - home of the Dzay ethnic people.

The trekking distance is about 9km and it lasts for 3.5 hours

12.30 - 13.30: Have lunch at a local restaurant.

13.30: The bus arrives at Ta Van Bridge and transports you to Sapa.

14.00 - 14.45: Relax and enjoy yourself, and if you want, take a shower in the hotel's public bathroom.

14.45 - 15.00: Meet all the group members at the hotel to get ready for Hanoi.

16.30: Get on the bus to go back to Hanoi with two rest stops.

21.30-21.45: Arrive Hanoi, and go back to your hotel by yourself. Trip ends.

TOUR INCLUDED

● Sleeping bus from Hanoi – Sapa and return

● Modern bus in Sapa with experienced drivers

● English-speaking tour guide, local guide escorted in Sapa

● Meals as 1 dinner, 2 lunches, and 1 breakfast with local dishes

● Hotel room in The View Sapa Hotel or similar on twin sharing basis

  • Insurance during the time using the bus

THING TO BRING

● Warm clothes, scarf, hat, cap because the weather in Sapa is pretty unpredictable. It is normally cold in September, October, November, December, January, February, and March

● Due to the altitude of Sapa, it is sometimes foggy in December, January, February and March.

● Trekking shoes, sunglasses, sun cream, and insect repellent are also necessary. You should take cash with you in Vietnam Dong because the banking system in Sapa sometimes doesn’t function well. US dollars, Euro, and Australia Dollar are accepted in Sapa.

● You should take medicine with you although there are some chemist’s shops in Sapa in case you get sick.

You will have free time to shop before a taxi picks you up to take you to the airport.

Durations

Multi day

Languages

English

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