
Vietnam Classic & Sapa




















- Overview
- Map
- Detailed Itinerary
- Price
- Accommodation
- Inclusion
Overview
-Explore the old quarter by cyclo and experience the street food at night in Hanoi
-Visit Sapa mountainous areas with colorful local people from ethnic groups
-Stay overnight on cruise to immerse yourself at the paradise landscape in Halong Bay
-Visit Hue imperial – Was a capital of Vietnam and UNESCO World Heritage Site
-Experience a slow pace of life while walking around the ancient town of Hoian
-Visit Saigon bustling city and explore the legendary Cu Chi tunnels
-Observe colourful daily life of locals along the Mekong river
Map

Detailed Itinerary
Day 01
Hanoi Arrival
Upon arrival, pick up at the airport then transfer to your hotel for check-in. Free at leisure.
Day 02
Hanoi – Overnight Train to Lao Cai (B, L)
Transfer to visit the Museum of Ethnology where you learn the various life aspects of 54 ethnic minorities in Vietnam. Next, visit Ho Chi Minh complex with first stop at Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum (outside) then take a short walk to the Presidential Palace, House on Stilts and the One Pillar Pagoda. After lunch, visit the Temple of Literature which is the first university in Vietnam. Continue the excursion with a cyclo ride around the Old Quarter to observe the daily life of locals, as well as see how they manage in the incredible traffic then enjoy the traditional water puppet show. In the evening, take a night train to Lao Cai.
Day 03
Lao Cai – Sapa (B)
Upon arrival, pick up then transfer to Cat Cat village, home of the H’Mong ethnic minority people. Here, you will enjoy a walking tour through the village, you will meet and talk with the local minority people and you will also have the opportunity to share cultural experiences when you visit some families that live in the area. In the afternoon, you are free to relax or discover Sapa town.
Day 04
Sapa – Lao Cai – Overnight Train to Hanoi (B, L)
Transfer for a walking tour through some hill tribe villages: Lao Chai and Ta Van, home of Black H’mong and Dzay people as well as Ta Phin village, home of Red Dzao people. This is an absolutely spectacular walk through stunning scenery inhabited by some of the friendliest people you can meet. Once stood in the valley, you can really appreciate the wonderful scenery that surrounds you. In the evening, take a night train back to Hanoi.
Day 05
Hanoi – Halong Bay (B, L, D)
Arrival at the train station in the early morning, pick up to a mini hotel for a short rest & breakfast then leave Hanoi for Halong Bay. Upon arrival, board an overnight cruise to discover the legendary Halong Bay. Enjoy full board meals and many indoor & outdoor activities. Overnight on the cruise.
Day 06
Halong Bay – Hanoi – Flight to Hue (B)
Join a Tai Chi session then enjoy an international breakfast while the cruise cruises among hundreds of islets before coming back to the pier. Drive back to the airport for a flight to Hue. Upon arrival, pick up and transfer to the hotel for check-in.
Day 07
Hue (B, L)
Enjoy a boat trip on the Perfume river to visit Thien Mu pagoda, the oldest pagoda in Hue city, then discover the Imperial Citadel where the Nguyen Dynasty ruled between 1802 – 1945. After lunch, continue to visit the elaborate tombs of emperors Tu Duc and Khai Dinh where you will learn about Royal’s life and their architecture.
Day 08
Hue – Hoian (B)
Transfer by car over the most spectacular Hai Van Pass to Hoian. En route, visit the Marble Mountain, Cham Museum and the Stone Village. In the afternoon, enjoy a walking tour to visit the ancient town then visit the home of a craftsman where you will discover the daily life of local people and see how they make a lantern.
Day 09
Hoian – Da Nang – Flight to Ho Chi Minh City (B)
Take a free day to explore more of the ancient town or relax on the beach until transfer to Da Nang airport for a flight to Ho Chi Minh City. Upon arrival, pick up and transfer to the hotel for check-in.
Day 10
Ho Chi Minh City Tour – Cu Chi Tunnels (B, L)
Driver to Cu Chi district to visit the amazing complex of underground tunnels at Cu Chi. After lunch, transfer back to the city to visit the main sights including the Opera House, Town Hall, Notre Dame Cathedral, Reunification Palace, War Remnants museum and Ben Thanh market.
Day 11
Mekong Delta (B, L)
Transfer to Mekong Delta then take a boat trip to discover Caibe floating market where local people sell, buy and exchange goods on their boats. Visit a village to watch the process of making local products, observe daily activities, enjoy Vietnamese traditional music then take a small sampan rowing by hand of a local to feel the real Mekong river. After lunch, visit a local brick kiln before taking another boat to Vinh Long, the center of tropical fruits and stopping for a short visit at a local market. Late afternoon, transfer back to the hotel in Ho Chi Minh City.
Day 12
Ho Chi Minh City Departure (B)
Depending on your departure time, you will have some free time to relax or further explore Ho Chi Minh City on your own before a transfer to the airport for your departure flight.
Price
Number of Participants | Superior Category US$/Pax | Deluxe Category US$/Pax | Luxury Category US$/Pax |
---|---|---|---|
1 | 2305 | 2750 | 3477 |
2 | 1279 | 1527 | 1845 |
3 | 1171 | 1369 | 1693 |
4 | 1031 | 1210 | 1541 |
5 | 974 | 1147 | 1480 |
6 | 917 | 1084 | 1419 |
7 | 907 | 1071 | 1407 |
8 | 896 | 1057 | 1394 |
Sing - Sup | 295 | 552 | 1011 |
Accommodation
Destination | Superior Category | Deluxe Category | Luxury Category |
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Hanoi | Silk Queen Hotel www.silkqueenhotel.com Deluxe Room | Hanoi Pearl Hotel www.hanoipearlhotel.com City Deluxe Room | Pan Pacific Hanoi Hotel www.panpacific.com Deluxe Room |
Sapa | Sunny Mountain Hotel www.sunnymountainhotel.com Deluxe Room | Pistachio Hotel www.pistachiohotel.com Superior Room | Silk Path Grand Resort www.silkpathhotel.com Classic Room |
Halong Bay | Oriental Sails www.orientalsails.com Deluxe Room | La Regina Royal Cruise www.lareginacruises.com Noble Suite Room | Paradise Elegance Cruise www.paradisevietnam.com Deluxe Balcony Room |
Hue | Rosaleen Boutique Hotel www.rosaleenhotel.com Superior Room | Eldora Hotel www.eldorahotel.com Deluxe City Room | Indochine Palace Hotel www.indochinepalace.com P.Deluxe Room |
Hoi An | Aurora Riverside Hotel www.aurorahoian.com Superior Room | Hoian Historic Hotel hoianhistorichotel.com.vn Superior Room | Palm Garden Resort palmgardenresort.com.vn Superior Room |
Ho Chi Minh City | Queen Ann Hotel www.queenannhotelvn.com Deluxe Room | Northern Charm Hotel northerncharmhotel.com.vn City Deluxe Room | Mai House Hotel www.maihouse.com.vn Premium Room |
Inclusion
Inclusions
- Hotel & Cruise accommodations
- 2 Domestic flights
- Overnight train Hanoi - Lao Cai - Hanoi
- English speaking tour guide
- Private air-conditioned vehicles
- Meals (B-Breakfast, L-Lunch, D-Dinner)
- Entrance fees as indicated in itinerary
- Boat trip
- Mineral water
- All taxes and service charges
Exclusions
- International flight to / from Vietnam
- Early check-in & Late check-out at hotels
- Visa fee
- Travel Insurance
- Personal expenses
- Tipping
- Gratuities
- Other drinks
- Surcharge for peak season
- Any other services not mentioned above
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