8-Day Vietnam's Northern Highlights
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Trip Overview
On this trip you will visit the highlights of northern Vietnam on your Hanoi, Halong Bay and Sapa tour.
You'll get to know the thousand-year history of Hanoi through the beautiful attractions such as the ancient university, the Temple of Literature and the One Pillar Pagoda while sampling some of the best food in the city before taking the night train to Sapa.
In Sapa, you'll visit, the villages and markets of this mountainous region, taking in the misty valleys and getting to know more about the ethnic tribes of Sapa. You'll take a night train back to Hanoi and have some time to refresh before you reach the true highlight of the north, Ha Long Bay, one of the Seven Wonders of the World.
You'll get to know the thousand-year history of Hanoi through the beautiful attractions such as the ancient university, the Temple of Literature and the One Pillar Pagoda while sampling some of the best food in the city before taking the night train to Sapa.
In Sapa, you'll visit, the villages and markets of this mountainous region, taking in the misty valleys and getting to know more about the ethnic tribes of Sapa. You'll take a night train back to Hanoi and have some time to refresh before you reach the true highlight of the north, Ha Long Bay, one of the Seven Wonders of the World.
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Itinerary
Day 1
Hanoi Arrival
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The guide and driver will pick you up at the airport then transfer you to your hotel to check in. You'll have the rest of the day free to explore the city.
Accommodation
Angel Palace Hotel★3 star
Activities
Hanoi Street Food Walking TourOptional Activity: AU$ 41 per person
Transportations
Private Driver from Noi Bai International Airport to Angel Palace Hotel
Destinations
Hanoi
Dong Da
Day 2
Hanoi City Tour and Night Train to Sapa
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You have a full day tour of Hanoi city, where you'll visit some of the iconic highlights of the city such as the Temple of Literature and the One Pillar Pagoda. Then, in the afternoon transfer to the train station to take an overnight train to Sapa.
Accommodation
King Express Train
Activities
Ho Chi Minh Museum
Vietnam Museum of Ethnology
Temple of Literature
Water Puppet Show
Restaurants
Hanoi Food Culture
Transportations
Walking from Angel Palace Hotel to Ga Xe Lửa Hà Nội
Meals
Breakfast and lunch
Destinations
Hanoi
Cầu Giấy
Hoàn Kiếm
Dong Da
Day 3
Sapa and Bac Ha Market
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Arrive at Lao Cai station in the early morning, the driver and guide will pick you up for breakfast then take you to Bac Ha Market, which is only open on Sunday's. This is a colourful market with handmade products, meet the local people and taste yummy local food.
Accommodation
Sapa Panorama Hotel★3 star
Activities
Bac Ha Market
Transportations
Minivan from Ga Lào Cai to Bac ha market
Minivan from Bắc Hà District to Sapa Town Square
Meals
Breakfast and lunch
Destinations
Dong Da
Lào Cai
Day 4
Sapa Tour and Night Train Back to Hanoi
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Today, you will trek to villages around Sapa town and meet local people. In the afternoon transfer to the train station for a night train back to Hanoi.
Accommodation
King Express Train
Activities
Cat Cat Village
Lao Chai
Transportations
Minivan from Sapa Town Square to Ga Lào Cai
Meals
Breakfast and lunch
Destinations
Lào Cai
Dong Da
Day 5
Hanoi to Halong Bay
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Arrive in Hanoi in the early morning, you'll be picked up by your private driver and transfer to a hotel to relax and have breakfast before moving to Halong Bay. Visit one of the new Seven Wonders of the World and take in the amazing scenery while visiting the many attractions that are in the bay.
Accommodation
V'Spirit Cruises★3 star
Activities
Cua Van Floating Village
Surprise Cave
Ti Tov Island
Sunset Drinks on Halong Bay Cruise
Restaurants
V'Spirit Cruises
V'Spirit Cruises
Transportations
Bus from A25 Hotel to Tuan Chau Island
Meals
Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Destinations
Dong Da
Thành phố Hạ Long
Quảng Ninh Province
Haiphong
Day 6
Halong Bay
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Start your day with some Tai Chi exercises or a photo hunt then explore the area while passing Cua Van Fishing Village. You'll Visit a Pearl Farm and learn the technique for farming and making high-quality pearls. You'll have dinner on board and enjoy the quiet of the bay for the rest of the evening.
Accommodation
V'Spirit Cruises★3 star
Activities
Tai Chi
Kayaking on Halong Bay
Ba Hang Fishing Village
Pearl Farm in Halong Bay
Sunset Drinks on Halong Bay Cruise
Restaurants
V'Spirit Cruises
V'Spirit Cruises
V'Spirit Cruises
Meals
Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Destinations
Thành phố Hạ Long
Cẩm Phả
Quảng Ninh Province
Hạ Long
Day 7
Halong Bay to Hanoi
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Continue your cruise exploring the Bay, starting the day early with some Tai Chi before passing Ba Hang Fishing Village, and Dog Islet. You'll have a quick cooking class before arriving back at the pier. Then transfer back to Hanoi and check into your hotel for the night.
Accommodation
Angel Palace Hotel★3 star
Activities
Tai Chi
Luon Cave Kayaking
Ba Hang Fishing Village
Restaurants
V'Spirit Cruises
V'Spirit Cruises
Transportations
Bus from Tuan Chau Island to Angel Palace Hotel
Meals
Breakfast and lunch
Destinations
Thành phố Hạ Long
Cẩm Phả
Quảng Ninh Province
Haiphong
Hanoi
Day 8
Hanoi, Halong Bay and Sapa Tour End
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This marks the end of your Hanoi, Halong Bay and Sapa tour. You'll have breakfast this morning at your hotel, then you are free until a private driver transfers you to the airport for flight departure.
Transportations
Minivan from Angel Palace Hotel to Noi Bai International Airport
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Hanoi
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What’s included?
- 7 nights accommodation
- 19 activities
- 7 breakfasts, 6 lunches and 2 dinners
- Airport transfer
- Entrance fees
- Ground transportation
- Licensed English speaking guides
What’s not included?
- Alcohol beverages
- Domestic flights
- Entry visas / airport departure tax
- Gratuities
- International flights
- Laundry
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance
- Trekking permits
Starting From
AU$ 1,455/ per traveller sharing
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Benefits of this trip
Vietnam in 8 days
3-star accommodation
24/7 in-destination support from your local designer
Unique local experiences you can’t find elsewhere
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