6-day Hanoi – Sapa – Halong Bay

Day 1: Hanoi Arrival – City Tour

Arrive at Noi Bai Airport, where our guide will greet you and transfer you to the hotel (check-in from 2:00–3:00 PM; early check-in not included).

In the afternoon, begin your exploration with a visit to the Ho Chi Minh Complex (outside visit only if later than 10.30 AM), including his stilt house, fish pond, and the iconic One Pillar Pagoda. Continue to Tran Quoc Pagoda, the oldest in the city, and the Temple of Literature, Vietnam’s first university and a symbol of scholarly tradition. Wrap up the day with a cyclo ride through the narrow streets of the Old Quarter before returning to the hotel for an overnight stay.

Overnight in Hanoi.

Day 2: Hanoi – Bus to Sapa – Cat Cat Village (B)

In the morning, depart for Sapa by express bus, passing through stunning mountain scenery along the way. Upon arrival, enjoy a downhill hike to Cat Cat Village, where you will see a waterfall and a small hydroelectric station. In the afternoon, return to Sapa town and enjoy free time to explore at leisure.

Overnight in Sapa.

Day 3: Sapa – Fansipan Peak by Cable Car – Bus back to Hanoi (B)

In the morning, after breakfast, head to Fansipan Peak, known as the “Roof of Indochina.” Take a scenic cable car ride above valleys and forests, and visit the spiritual complex with its temples and the giant bronze Buddha. Reach the summit for panoramic views of the Hoang Lien Son range before descending. In the afternoon, explore Muong Hoa Valley, known for its terraced rice fields and ethnic minority villages. Later, board the express bus back to Hanoi. Arrive around 9:30 PM, check in at the hotel, and rest overnight.

Overnight in Hanoi.

Day 4: Hanoi – Halong Bay – Overnight on boat (B, L, D)

Pick up at hotel after breakfast, we transfer to Halong via Express Way. On arrival at Tuan Chau Marina, we will board our cruise, followed by a Welcome drink and a short brief on safety regulations. We start our exciting journey to discover the beauty of Ha Long Bay passing through some of the most beautiful spots in Ha Long and admire the grandeur of the Bay with thousands of limestone islands while the vessel heads to Luon Cave & Titop Island.

Lunch on board while the vessel cruises toward Luon Cave.

In the mid-afternoon, we take the kayaking around around the thousand-year-old rock formations of Luon Cave area. We then transferred by tender to Titop Island where we can free at the beach or hike to the top for stunning views of Ha Long Bay.

Back to our cruise and participate in Sunset party & cooking class while the vessel cruises toward the shore. You can enjoy relaxing moments while sipping a cup of traditional Vietnamese tea or coffee on the sundeck amid wonderful scenery and beautiful sunset. Ha Long Bay is calm during the day, but when the sun goes down, the Bay becomes even more tranquil and peaceful.

Overnight on the cruise.

NOTE:

• From 2-8 pax: Join cruise bus
• From 9 pax onward: Private transfer

Day 5: Halong Bay – Hanoi (B, BR)

Begin the day with a Tai Chi session on the sundeck as the sun rises, followed by breakfast. Continue the journey with a visit to Sung Sot Cave, one of the largest and most impressive in Halong Bay. As the cruise sails back, pass iconic formations such as Dog Islet and Ba Hang Fishing Village, where local fishermen have lived for generations. Enjoy a cooking demonstration and an early brunch before disembarking. Transfer back to Hanoi and check in at your hotel for an overnight stay.

Overnight in Hanoi.

Day 6: Hanoi Shopping – Departure (B)

In the morning, have breakfast at the hotel and enjoy free time for shopping in the Old Quarter or modern malls. Check out and transfer to Noi Bai Airport for your departure flight. Tour ends.