The Ultimate 5-Day Itinerary
Welcome to Hanoi! Your driver meets you at Noi Bai International Airport with a name board and transfers you to your hotel in the Old Quarter (rooms available from 2:00 PM). Spend your first day exploring Hanoi's historic charm at your own pace — wander Hoan Kiem Lake, visit Ngoc Son Temple, browse Hang Dao Street, and experience Train Street in the evening as locals duck inside their homes when trains roar past.
- Private Airport Pickup — — Driver will hold your name board at airport.
- Train Street (Evening) — — Famous narrow lane where trains pass within inches of homes
- Hang Dao Street & Night Market — — Shopping for silk, lacquer and Vietnamese souvenirs
06:20 am: Board the sleeping bus at Tran Quang Khai street to depart for Sapa via the Noi Bai - Lao Cai highway. Along the journey, view the northwestern mountains and terraced fields during two scheduled 30-minute breaks. Arrive in Sapa between 01:00 pm – 01:30 pm for lunch and hotel check-in. At 02:30 pm, begin a hike to Cat Cat Village, home of the Black H’mong tribe. Visit the historic French-built hydroelectric power station and see the local waterfall while observing traditional crafts such as weaving and silver carving. At 06:30 pm, have dinner followed by free time to explore Sapa’s night market or the Saturday Love Market.
- Sleeping Bus Transfer — Departure at 06:20 am via the Noi Bai - Lao Cai highway with mountain views.
- Cat Cat Village Hike — Tour of the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum and his historic stilt house.
- Waterfall & French Hydro-Station — Visit the stunning filming locations from the famous Hollywood movie.
- Sapa Night Exploration — Local Sapa flavors with dedicated vegetarian-friendly dishes.
07:00 am: Breakfast at the hotel. At 08:00 am, a car and tour guide transfer you to the Fansipan Cable Car Station to ascend via the modern 3-wire cable car system. Reach the summit of Fansipan at 3,143m, known as the "Roof of Indochina." At 11:30 am, return to Sapa for lunch and rest. At 01:00 pm, board the bus for the return journey to Hanoi, arriving at approximately 07:30 pm to conclude the Sapa portion of the trip.
- Fansipan Cable Car — Ride the modern 3-wire cable car system with 30-visitor capacity cabins.
- Roof of Indochina — Conquer the summit of Fansipan at 3,143m above sea level.
- Sapa Lunch — Return from the peak for a scheduled lunch and rest period at 11:30 am.
- Hanoi Return Transfer — Local Sapa flavors with dedicated vegetarian-friendly dishes.
07:00–07:30 AM — Your group bus picks you up from the Hanoi Old Quarter for the journey to the world-famous Ha Long Bay. At 11:45 AM, arrive at Tuan Chau Wharf and board your cruise with a refreshing welcome drink. As we set sail, enjoy a fresh Vietnamese lunch (with plenty of Vegetarian options) while passing famous rock formations like the Incense Burner and Cock Fighting Rocks. In the afternoon, explore Sung Sot Cave, the largest and most beautiful cave in the bay. You can then choose to go kayaking or take a peaceful bamboo boat ride at Luon Cave. Finally, visit Ti Top Island to swim or hike to the top for the best 360-degree panoramic view of the bay. We end the day with a fun Sunset Party on the deck before returning to Hanoi by 8:45 PM.
- Ha Long Bay Cruise Sail through thousands of limestone peaks in this world-famous UNESCO site.
- Sung Sot Cave Explore the massive "Surprise Cave" filled with incredible stalactites and lights.
- Kayaking & Boat Rides Get close to the emerald water at Luon Cave via kayak or bamboo boat.
- Ti Top Island Summit — The best spot for your iconic "Top of the Bay" family photos and videos.
- Sunset Deck Party — Enjoy wine, fresh fruits, and local snacks as the sun sets over the limestone mountains.
Hotel check-out by 12:00 PM. Last-minute shopping at Dong Xuan Market for Vietnamese coffee, silk and souvenirs. Private car transfer to Noi Bai International Airport. Allow 2.5 hours before your flight for international departures.
- Last-Minute Shopping — Dong Xuan Market · Vietnamese coffee, silk scarves, lacquer art
- Private Airport Transfer — Comfortable private car to Noi Bai · Allow 2.5 hours before departure
- Private airport pick-up and drop-off
- 4 nights 3 ★ hotel with daily breakfast
- 1 Drinking water bottle per person during day tour
- Meals as per itinerary (Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner)
- English speaking guide — all excursions
- Tours and sightseeing as per the itinerary with all entry tickets
- Hanoi to Sapa 2 ways sleeper bus
- Vietnam e-visa fee
- International and domestic flights
- Single supplement for single room
- Halong Bay overnight cruise upgrade (available on request)
- Travel insurance & Bank transfer fees, GST, TCS
- Tips for driver and guide
- Personal expenses, drinks, laundry, telephone calls
- Early check-in / late check-out surcharges
- weekend surchareg 100K VND/pax, Do quyen Fanicular peak ticket
- 3★ hotel in Hanoi (3 nights) & Sapa (1 night)
- Double/twin sharing with daily breakfast
- Check-in 2:00–3:00 PM
- Check-out 11:00–12:00 noon
- Hotel upgrade to 4★ or 5★ is available - WhatsApp us for pricing
- Halong Bay overnight cruise upgrade available with additional charges
- Daily breakfast at hotel
- All tours are included with vietnamese local food as per itinerary(vegetarian or non-vegetarian based on your preference).
- Vietnamese vegetarian food available
- Jain, Halal options on request with additional charges