Situated in the Northeast region of Vietnam, within Quang Ninh province and approximately 160 km from the capital city of Hanoi, Halong Bay stands as a breathtaking natural wonder. This bay is an intricate network of fabled islands, boasting over 1,969 islets scattered across its expansive waters. Characterized by two distinct types, Limestone and Slabs, these geological formations contribute to the enchanting scenery that defines Halong Bay. The area is adorned with numerous sandy beaches and caves, featuring a total of about 40 caves and grottos, with 20 of them accessible to tourists.
Beyond Halong Bay, the adjacent Bai Tu Long Bay and Lan Ha Bay are equally renowned for their captivating beauty. Notably, Lan Ha Bay & Cat Ba Island (Hai Phong province) have earned recognition as a UNESCO World Heritage site, further enhancing their allure.
Hanoi - Sapa - Halong Bay Overnight Cruise 6days/5nights
Tour Route: Hanoi Arrival - Hanoi Street Food Tour By walking – Sapa by Train - Hanoi - Halong Bay Overnight on Cruise – Hanoi City Tour – Hanoi Departure
Full itinerary
Day 1: Hanoi Arrival (D)
Upon our arrival at Noi Bai International airport, we are welcomed and picked up by our driver then we transfer to our hotel in the city center. Check-in and free for relaxing.
17h00 start doing 03-hour street food tour by walking included eating 6 to 8 different street foods at local street food vendors
20h30 Transfer to train station for overnight train to Sapa
Day 2: Sapa - Cat Cat Village Trek (B, L, D )
AM: 6h30 arrive, Lao Cai, pick up at Lao Cai Station then transfer to Sapa. You will have breakfast and some time for R&R.
09h00 - 09h30 Trek to Cat Cat villages of Black Hmong tribe. Enjoy the waterfall in Cat Cat and beautiful scenery along the way. Then check-in hotel (check-in after 12:00 PM). Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant.
Afternoon: free time to explore & discover Sapa Market & Stone Church. Back to hotel for dinner and enjoy the night in Sapa town.
App .3 hours trekking - 4 km .- Meals: B - L - D Accommodation: Hotel.
Day 3: Sapa - Lao Chai - Ta Van Villages - Muong Hoa Valley - Lao Cai Station (B, L )
After breakfast you will check out and leave your luggage in the hotel, get ready for the trip. Trek down to Lao Chai village to visit the Tay and Day tribes then keep going along the bottom of the Sapa valley to get to Ta Van village which is supposed to be the most beautiful one in the area. Have a picnic lunch on the way. You go back to Sapa by motorbike/jeep. Back to Lao Cai Station by our car, then dinner at your account. App .5 hours trekking - 13 km
Day 4: Hanoi - Halong Bay - Hanoi (B, L, D )
05:30 Arrival Station . Free time to enjoy your breakfast
08:15: Pick up and depart for Ha Long City.
12:30 - On arrival at the pier, you will board your Cruise and you are warmly welcomed by a professional and friendly crew.
13:00 - Check-in cabin and enjoy specially prepared lunch while cruising through most beautiful parts of the magical bay with thousands of amazing limestone islands emerging from emerald water. Sailing with our Cruise in very tranquil route, exploring the exotic beauty of the legendary Bay, a feeling in paradise will come to you.
14:30 - Keep cruising to the most beautiful parts of Halong Bay. This is the best time to relax after lunch and enjoy your privacy, capturing stunning photos of the legendary bay.
15:30 - Small tender brings you to visit Titop island, hiking to the top of the island from where tourists can capture a panoramic view of Halong Bay.
16:30 - Kayaking & swimming 18:00 - Join the sunset party on the sundeck in a warm and romantic atmosphere, making friends with other members in the group, enjoy fresh local fruit, listening soft, light music, wearing traditional costumes for kings, queens, and mandarins.
19:00 - Enjoy the special dinner cooked by our professional chef.
20:30 - The moment you choose your own way to relax after dinner, listening to music, singing karaoke, relaxing on the sundeck, squid fishing available for entertainment during the night time.
Day 5: Hanoi - Halong Bay - Hanoi (B, L)
06:00 – Take photos of sunrise, morning exercise with our Tai Chi master, a perfectly healthy way to start a new day.
07:00 – Enjoy your breakfast, coffee, tea, fruits.
07:45 – Visit Surprising Cave – the most beautiful one in Halong Bay.
09:00 – Back to our Cruise for check-out. Keep cruising towards Ha Long Bay, passing by hundreds of islands and islets with different shapes depending on your imagination.
10:00 – Cooking class opened right on the cruise.
11:00 – Farewell lunch served on the cruise before you arrive at harbor.
12:30 – Get on the bus to Hanoi.
16:30 – Transfer you back to your hotel. Check in hotel and free time to discover Hanoi .
Day 6 : Hanoi Half-day City Tour Departure ( B)
In the morning, we will visit Ho Chi Minh Complex including Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, Ba Dinh Square, his former stilt-house, the Presidential Palace, Ho Chi Minh Museum and One Pillar Pagoda. We head to the Temple of Literature – the very first university of Vietnam and admire Khue Van Pavilion – the symbolic structure of Hanoi. Finish your trip in Hanoi or transfer to the airport for flying back Home
What’s Included?
All A/C transfers & transportation
All accommodation based on twin share basis as stated
English speaking tour guide (other languages upon requested)
All entrance fees & permits during guided time.
Private boat in Halong Bay (4 hours boat trip)
Water Puppet ticket show in Hanoi
Meals indicated in the itinerary as (B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner)
What’s Excluded?
International flight ticket
Visa and visa fee
Airport tax
Personal expenses
Drinks and Beverages
Travel insurance
Tips & Gratuities
Meals
If you have any specific food requirements (vegetarian, vegan, food allergies) please inform us in advance so that we can provide notice to our restaurant, tour guide or our partners so that they can serve you better
Meals are included as specified in the itinerary.
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