Tour Details

Day 1: Arrival to Hanoi - Transfer to Sapa

Morning flight to Hanoi (airfare is not included), on arrival, Clear Immigration and proceed towards coach parking. Meet our driver, then drive to Sapa (5.5-6 hours on road), enjoy beautiful view of the countryside in the Northern Vietnam with rice fields, tea hills, forests and villages. Reach to Sapa, check in at your hotel and refresh. Afternoon, meet our local tour guide at the lobby of the hotel and visit Lao Chai – Ta Van villages, home of the Dzay & Black H’Mong hill tribes; light trekking through the villages, meeting and talking with local people to learn more about their daily life, customs & traditional habits. Then back to Sapa. Free to discover the town your way. Overnight in Sapa.

Flight must be landing before 7 am

Day 2: Sa Pa - Fansipan Mount - Glass Bridge

Today you will have a great experience to conquer the top of Indochina – Fansipan Mount Peak in Sapa, by cable car, just have a seat tight in a cabin, within only 15 minutes move through some levels of clouds, on the cable car you are above forest, waterfall, through and above clouds… You will reach the top of Fansipan at 3143m high – the rooftop of Indochina countries. The cable route has welcomed thousands of tourists coming to Sapa to make their dream of conquering the highest Indochina peak to be real. Visit Pagoda in the mist and check in photo at the peak of the mountain… All stunning views are there with you. After enjoying the view on top of Indochina, you will use the cable car back to the foot of the mountain and get on a vehicle, then transfer tothe  Glass Bridge.

Later transfer back to hotel and overnight in Sapa.

Day 3: Sapa - Hanoi - Hanoi city tour - Water Puppet show

After breakfast, check out the hotel, then transfer back to Hanoi (6 hours on road). Arrive in Hanoi, check in and enjoy lunch at an Indian restaurant. After lunch, we will start a half-day Hanoi city tour.

Then, we start a day in Hanoi city tour. Hanoi has always been a symbol of culture and a source of pride throughout the history, bustling Hanoi offers a charming blend of new and old. The French-colonial era has left a legacy of beautiful buildings, with the Old Quarter a fascinating area to explore on foot... Start the tour to the Center of Vietnam’s government: Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum with Ba Dinh square where all important events of the country will take place here, opposite Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum is the Vietnam Parliament House, and beside is the President Palace. Next place is one of the most beautiful Pagoda of Hanoi name Tran Quoc pagoda on an island of Hanoi West Lake, Tran Quoc Pagoda is regarded as the most ancient pagoda in Hanoi with its history line dating back to more than 1,500 years, it is A cultural relic - A religious institute - A historical witness. Continue to Hoan Kiem Lake where is central point of Hanoi city, visit King Ly Thai To statue, learn more about history of more than 1000 years of Hanoi capital; then walk around Hanoi Old Quarter with small streets & old houses, feel friendly people with typical Vietnamese smiles offer you the true feeling of this capital city… Enjoy a water puppet show at a local theatre before returning to your hotel & Overnight in Hanoi.

Day 4: Hanoi - Ha Long bay with Overnight on Cruise

Today we leave Hanoi to Halong Bay, "Dragon Descending to the Sea". Halong Bay is one of the most beautiful and impressive sights in Vietnam. Ha long Bay has twice been recognized by UNESCO as a World Natural Heritage Area for its exceptional scenic beauty and one of the world’s greatest natural wonders. Upon arrival, we will embark on an overnight Cruise; Check in to your beautiful room with an ocean view from your bed. Have a seafood Lunch at the cruise’s luxury restaurant while the cruise goes around limestone islands, floating villages and beaches on Ha Long Bay... Stop for Swimming, Kayaking if weather permitted. Have dinner on board. Overnight on board.

Day 5: Ha Long Bay - Hanoi

Early morning experience Tai Chi exercise on the top deck of the Cruise or enjoy the sunrise behind the mountains on the bay. Having a light breakfast and continuing the cruise to see another part of Halong Bay.

Having Brunch on the cruise and disembark at around 11:30 am, and return to Hanoi in the afternoon. Free at leisure and Overnight in Hanoi.

Note: Cruise program may be different between cruises

Breakfast and Brunch on the Cruise follow the Cruise’s program

Day 6: Hanoi - Flight to Da Nang - Cam Thanh Water Coconut Forest - Hoi An town Tour

Morning flight to Da Nang (airfare not included). Arrival to Da Nang, pick up and transfer to hotel for checking in (check in time 2 pm). Relax and refresh after flight.

Start the tour by visiting Cam Thanh water coconut forest, which is located just about 5kms from the southeast of the Hoi An Old Town and easy to approach by car. With an airy, large, wide space and beautiful water coconut palm forest, The Coconut village is an attractive and favorite spot for visitors from Hoi An and other places to visit and explore.  You will experience a basket boat ride around the 

coconut forest, learn about the daily life of Vietnamese fishermen, their families and their community. You will surely experience the feeling of floating on the waves of water and join an equally fun basket boat race between the baskets together in the cheering and bustling music drum…

After visiting Cam Thanh Water Coconut Forest, move forward to Hoi An ancient town, which is also known as Faifo. Thanks to favorable geographic and climatic factors, Hoi An was a busy international port, where the Japanese, Chinese and Western merchant ships met during the 17th and 18th centuries. Hoi An town with its peace and ancient has become one of the most popular tourist attractions that appeal to the travelers of all tastes and cross over the continents. In 1999, Hoi An was recognized by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site. Exploring Hoi An on foot is one of the best ways to absorb the beauty of this city. While walking around Hoi An, exploring the small yet beautiful town, which tourists (even frequent visitors) find to be a place of quiet and peace. The unique atmosphere combines elements of Vietnam, China and Japan. The most remarkable views are from the ancient houses, reminding visitors of a long gone past and providing a momentary glimpse of a more subdued and simple time. Visit to Hoi An Market, Hoi An Museum, many of the town’s renowned Ancient Houses which boast a remarkable architectural style, Assembly Halls of Chinese influence, Art Craft Manufacturing and of course the must-see Japanese Covered Bridge. These spots are considered typical architecture styles in Hoi An and reflect clearly the cross culture among France, Japan, China and Vietnam. Passing over hundreds of years and withstanding the severity of the weather, Hoi An still exists and keeps the ancient and quiet beauty… Late evening return to hotel and overnight in hotel in Da Nang.

Day 7: Da Nang - Full day Ba Na Hill - Golden Bridge - Da Nang

Morning, transfer to Ba Na Hills, pass the sea-shore on Nguyen Tat Thanh Street, one of the most beautiful roads of Da Nang City and Red Beach, where the French first landed in Da Nang.

Arrive at the Cable car station at the foot of Ba Na Mountain. Enjoy the first leg of the Cable car, which achieves two Guinness World Records in 2009, the longest non-stop cable car (5,042m) and the highest non-stop cable car (1,292m). Sitting in the cabin, in midair, looking upon the endless tree line of the forests, brings you spectacular views of the lush jungle and the fair waterfalls along the way.

First, step on Golden Bridge which stands 1,400m above sea level in the Ba Na hills, extends over the treetops from the edge of a leafy cliff face offering tourists uninterrupted views of the majestic landscape beneath. The Golden Bridge is the latest tourist attraction in Da Nang and has attracted hordes of guests since it opened.

Visit the Le Jardin garden, the remains of the French Villas and Ling Ung Pagoda with a 27m high Buddha status. We then leave the Le Jardin for the second cable car station to visit the top of the mountain and see the remains of old villas. Conquer the Peak of Chua Mountain at the height of 1,487m. View the whole Da Nang city under the cluster of white clouds. Leave Peak of Chua Mountain, visit the trail of Dreaming Stream, Rainbow Waterfall, Suspension Bridge, Golden Valley, and ruined Opera House. Enjoy 105 free games at Fantasy Park …Play with wild monkeys and take photos, freely, then we return to the Cable car station at the foot of Ba Na Mountain, then transfer to Danang. Overnight in Danang.

Please note: Wax Museum, Debay ancient wine cellar, speed slide, cotton animal game and carnival skill at Fantasy Park are not included in my quotation, joining them will be at your own account.

Day 8: Da Nang - Flight to Ho Chi Minh city - Half day city tour

Morning flight to Ho Chi Minh city (airfare is not included). Arrive in Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon), pick up and transfer to the city centre & check in hotel (check in time from 2 pm on ward).

Today you will visit a half-day Saigon city tour, the first place is the Independence Palace, which symbolizes Vietnam's victory, peace, and territorial integrity. This place has a glamorous design, hundreds of rooms equipped with luxurious furnishings and decorations, and an enormous and gorgeous exterior space; next is War Remnants Museum: Formerly known as the Museum of American War Crimes, this is a poignant display of the futility of war, the museum is a call for peace and hopes that history does not repeat itself; continue to Notre Dame Cathedral and Old Post Office: Built between 1877 and 1883 this is one of the best examples of classical French colonial architecture. End of the tour is Ben Thanh Market: This bustling market is very popular with tourists, primarily due to its central location. It has a wide selection of goods ranging from fake Nike shoes to beautiful silk Ao Dais.  Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City

Day 9: HO CHI MINH CITY - DEPARTURE

Free at leisure, till transfer to the airport for return flight to your sweet home