Hanoi & Sapa to Hoi An - 12 days
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- Hanoi - Explore the Vietnamese capital by rickshaw and on foot, taking in the main highlights and sampling local street food
- Sapa - Trek through picturesque countryside, passing rice paddies, water buffalo, mountains and rural villages
- Halong Bay - Cruise on emerald green waters surrounded by limestone karsts and kayak through hidden caves to explore secluded coves
- Ninh Binh - Cycle through picturesque rice paddies and take a local rowboat trip before climbing to Dragon Mountain Viewpoint for panoramic countryside views
- Hoi An - Take a ride in a coconut boat, explore this ancient town and enjoy an included cooking class
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- 10 breakfasts, 5 lunches & 2 dinners
- 10 nights accommodation (3 nights twin/double room in 4-star hotel in Hanoi, 1 night twin/double room at a homestay in Sapa, 1 night twin/double room in a 5-star hotel in Sapa, 1 night twin/double/triple room aboard Halong Bay boat, 1 night twin/double room in simple Ninh Binh homestay & 3 nights twin/double room in 4-star hotel in Hoi An)
- 1 overnight train from Ninh Binh - Hoi An
- Escorted by a tour leader, with local guides for included sightseeing
- All transportation in private and public vehicles, including taxi, minibus, bus & boats
- 1 economy class flight from Da Nang - Ho Chi Minh City
- Airport arrival transfer on day 1
- Walking & rickshaw tour of Hanoi
- Sapa trekking and homestay
- Overnight boat trip on Halong Bay with kayaking
- Ninh Binh bicycle tour, row boat & viewpoint hike
- Cooking class in Hoi An
- Hoi An coconut boats & crab fishing
- Hoi An lantern making class
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Itinerary
We’ll greet you at the airport in Hanoi and transport you to your hotel. After your flight, you'll have ample time to rest before we get together with the group for a welcome dinner at around 19:00, so you can get to know everyone before our adventure begins tomorrow....
Uncover the unique charm of Vietnam's bustling capital with a walking and rickshaw tour of the city. Explore the lively streets, intriguing culture, and delectable street food, as well as city landmarks including the mausoleum of Ho Chi Minh and the Old Quarter. Afterwards, we'll enjoy dinner and delve into some of the best nightlife Hanoi has to offer!
Hanoi - Sapa. This morning, we'll board a VIP limousine bus and leave Hanoi, travelling to the scenic hills of Sapa. Our local guide will educate us on how various ethnic groups coexist peacefully while preserving their unique traditions. We'll then embark on a trek i...
Today, we will continue exploring Sapa on foot. We hike through terraced hills and explore local villages, meeting the villagers and learning more about traditional life. In the afternoon, a short drive will return us to Sapa, where we will check in to our hotel set on the mountainside and enjoy the tranquility of the area.
Sapa - Hanoi. Discover Sapa town at your leisure, or opt for a cable car ride to Fan Si Pan peak, famously referred to as the roof of Indochina. This afternoon, we'll return to Hanoi in the VIP limousine bus. The evening is free for you to take in anything you may have missed first time around in the Vietnamese capital.
Hanoi - Halong Bay. Leaving Hanoi, we head to Halong Bay this morning, where we will cruise through its emerald green waters, surrounded by towering limestone mountains adorned with lush rainforests. Enjoy kayaking through intriguing caves and savour drinks on board, as we spend a night aboard a traditional junk boat on the bay.
Halong Bay - Ninh Binh. Today, we journey south to the stunning countryside of Ninh Binh, known for its vast rice fields and majestic limestone mountains. We'll check into a local homestay and enjoy a relaxing evening in our private riverside bungalows as we watch the...
Ninh Binh - Hoi An. Today, we explore the enchanting region of Ninh Binh by bike, pedalling through the picturesque rice paddies. Next, we embark on a scenic rowboat journey along a network of rivers and caves. Our action-packed day ends with a climb to the summit of ...
In the morning, we arrive in Hoi An, one of Vietnam's most beautiful and captivating towns. The rest of the day is at leisure - you could take a taxi to the beach, wander into town to explore the charming riverfront, or perhaps head to one of Hoi An's famous tailors to get yourself some custom-made garms.
Today we have a jam-packed day of activities. Begin by climbing aboard one of Hoi An's famous circular coconut boats with local fishermen. You will be led through coconut groves and given the chance to try crab fishing. Afterwards, take part in a traditional cooking c...
This morning, we'll be learning how to make Vietnamese lanterns, using traditional methods. Afterwards, we'll enjoy a short bicycle ride to the beach, where we'll relax at a beach club for the day and enjoy lunch. We'll cap off our final day in Hoi An with dinner and drinks by the sea!
Our tour comes to an end today. You can depart this morning, making your own way to the airport or your next destination. Although there is no departure transfer included, your tour leader will be available to help you plan your onward travel and is on hand to assist you. Safe travels!
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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.
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