NORTHERN HIGHLIGHTS - HANOI, NINH BINH, SAPA, HA LONG 7D6N

Crafted for international travelers from Europe and Asia. All programs can be tailored on request. Departure daily with private guide & vehicle unless specified.

Route: Hanoi – Ninh Binh – Sapa – Ha Long Bay – Hanoi
Style: Nature • Culture • Soft Trekking
Best for: Asian markets and repeat visitors who prefer a compact but diverse itinerary.

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1 – Hanoi Arrival
Airport pickup and hotel check-in. Old Quarter orientation, egg coffee tasting. 

Day 2 – Hanoi Heritage
Temple of Literature, Hoan Kiem Lake, Train Street photo stop (if accessible), Water Puppet Show. Night in Hanoi. 

Day 3 – Ninh Binh Day Trip
Rowboat through Trang An or Tam Coc, visit Hoa Lu, lunch at local garden, Mua Cave viewpoint (optional). Return to Hanoi. 

Day 4 – Hanoi → Sapa Mountain Scenery
Highway to Sapa (5–6 hrs). Check in. Sunset at O Quy Ho Pass (weather permitting). Overnight in Sapa. 

Day 5 – Sapa Villages Trek
Trek Lao Chai – Ta Van – Giang Ta Chai through terraced rice fields; meet Black H’Mong & Red Dao communities. Lunch en route. Return to Sapa. 

Day 6 – Sapa → Ha Long Bay
Drive back and continue to Ha Long. Overnight stay in Ha Long city or onboard depending on timing. 

Day 7 – Ha Long Bay Cruise → Hanoi Departure 
Half/full-day cruise among limestone karsts, cave visit/kayak. Transfer back to Hanoi for departure.

Inclusions

• Accommodation with breakfast (3–4★ or boutique lodges)
• Private transfers & English-speaking guide
• Sapa trekking permits, Ha Long cruise tickets
• Meals per program, bottled water, entrance fees
• Add-ons (on request)
• Fansipan cable car, luxury overnight cruise upgrade
• Ethnic culture show, Hanoi street-food tour
• Upgrade to limousine van for long drives
• Tour price depends on group size

General Notes & Terms

• All tours are private and fully customizable (dates, hotels, meal plans, activities).
• Seasonal considerations: Ha Long best Mar–May & Sep–Nov; Mekong good year-round, showers May–Oct.
• Hotel check-in 14:00 / check-out 12:00 unless arranged otherwise.
• Child policy and surcharge depend on hotel and airline rules.
• Final confirmation subject to availability at booking time.