9-Day Explore North and Central Vietnam

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The driver will come to pick you up between 8 and 8.30 am to transfer to Halong Bay. Join in Bai Tu Long Bay cruise and be immersed in the beautiful karst landscape and emerald waters, long sandy beaches, and amazing grottos. Swan Cruises organise one of the best itineraries in Bai Tu Long Bay that promise to give you the best service and experience.

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Wake up fresh up by doing Tai Chi. There will be a choice of a western or Vietnamese breakfast with tea and coffee. Then, explore the Thien Canh Son Cave and learn about the history of Ha Long Bay, Bai Tu Long Bay and this cave. Finish your cruise experience with a cooking demonstration and then make Vietnamese cuisine by yourself. Go back to Hanoi to get the night train to Sapa.

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Your 9-day Vietnam itinerary will have you in Sapa early morning. The guide and driver come to pick up for breakfast, then visit Lung Khau Nhin Market where groups of people with colourful costumes sell goods. In the crowded market, it is easy to recognise each group buying and selling agricultural products. It's a great chance to try some local dishes, such as doughnuts or rolls.

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Nestled in a beautiful valley about three kilometres from Sapa Town, Cat Cat –the old village of ethnic groups– attracts tourists from all over the world for its distinctive customs and practices which have been lost in almost all ethnic villages. The village is within easy walking distance from any hotel in downtown Sapa.

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Arrive Hanoi in the early morning from Sapa. You will move to A25 Hotel near the station to have breakfast and relax until the driver comes to pick you up to go to the airport to fly to Danang. When you arrive in Danang you will be transferred to Hoi An, which is 30 minutes away. When you arrive, relax in the hotel.

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The guide takes you from your hotel to the boat to cross the river Thu Bon for about 15 minutes, to the Kim Bong carpenters village. You will visit the shipbuilding, wood carving, mosaic and other workshops. The locals will teach you how to make the traditional wooden boats that go across the rivers and you can try the famous basket boats at Mr Kha’s workshop that has run for 85 years, woven by bamboo and palm trees.

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After breakfast at the hotel, you'll have the day free to relax and enjoy Hoi An. You can explore the Ancient Town where you can sample some of the famous Hoi An cuisine and maybe get some clothes made in just 24 hours. Alternatively, you can make your way to An Bang Village to enjoy one of the most famous beaches in the world.