PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
- Lao Cai is a mountainous province in northern Vietnam. Lao Cai has cultural sites, romantic landscapes, famous check-in points for young people such as Muong Hoa Valley, Fansipan peak, Ham Rong mountain, ethnic minority villages such as Cat Cat, Ta Van, Lao Chai, Ta Phin, and winding roads hugging the rice fields, etc. In addition, Lao Cai is also an attractive destination for tourists because of the unique culinary culture of many ethnic groups in the mountainous region.
- Ninh Binh, the land of “A place to dream of, a place to return to”, is marked by the Trang An Scenic Landscape Complex - a World Natural and Cultural Heritage Site, rowing boat tours of the stalactite system in caves and the Den Tran relic; majestic and solemn with the Bai Dinh Pagoda complex, hidden in the tranquility behind caves such as Tuyet Tinh Coc, etc.
- Setting foot in Quang Ninh - the first province to have 4 cities: Ha Long, Mong Cai, Uong Bi and Cam Pha to create a tourist city not only famous for the sea like Ha Long Bay with thousands of islands shimmering on the water, beautiful caves, pristine beaches, the cool, clear water typical of Co To island, Soi Sim,... Not only that, Quang Ninh also attracts tourists with the cool atmosphere of Yen Tu mountain, a convergence of spirituality, culture and high-class resort space. If you love the pristine beauty of nature, a breezy space, then try visiting Binh Lieu plateau, likened to the "Sapa of the coal land", with border markers and the "tall grass" range or the "Dinosaur spine" road along the border line is always a favorite stop for domestic and foreign tourists.
TRIP DETAILS
ITINERARY
TP.HCM – Noi Bai Airport (self-catering on the first day)
Dear guests, gather at Tan Son Nhat Airport (domestic terminal), and our staff will guide you through the check-in procedure for your flight to Ha Noi. Upon arrival at Noi Bai Airport, a vehicle will transport you to Ha Noi city center to check into your hotel.
Overnight stay in Ha Noi
Ha Noi - Sapa - Cat Cat Village (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Dear guests, enjoy breakfast and check out of your room. The vehicle will depart to take you to visit:
- Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum (not visiting on Tuesdays and Saturdays each week, and during scheduled annual maintenance from June 10 to August 12), visit and learn about the life and career of the Father of the Nation at the President's House, Ho Chi Minh Museum, and One-Pillar Pagoda.
Continuing the journey, guests will depart to Sapa along the Hanoi-Lao Cai expressway. On the way, guests will enjoy lunch at a local restaurant. Upon arrival, visit:
- Cat Cat Village - beautiful like a picture in the Sapa ancient town, attracting tourists with its suspension bridges, waterfalls, water wheels, and colorful flowers. Visit the homes of the Mong, Dao, and Giay ethnic groups in the village. Tourists will be amazed by the dreamy beauty of one of the most beautiful ancient villages in Sapa. Here, guests will see the H'Mong ethnic cultural performance.
Enjoy dinner and check into your room or take a stroll through the town, admiring Sapa Stone Church. Enjoy the local delicacies, such as: grilled grilled pork, grilled eggs, tangerine wine, and interact with the ethnic people in the highlands.
Overnight stay in Sapa
Sapa - Fansipan Legend - Ô Quy Hồ Pass (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Dear guests, enjoy a morning at the hotel. The car will take you to Sun Plaza to experience the modern Mường Hoa mountain train, the longest in Vietnam, approximately 2000m long, with breathtaking views of the pristine forest and the Mường Hoa valley. Arrive at Fansipan Legend tourist area. You can freely explore:
- Conquer Fansipan peak with a height of 3143m by cable car (fees are self-paid).
- Attend a Buddhist ceremony at Trình Temple or seek blessings for peace and prosperity for your family at the Bích Vân Meditation Temple in the spiritual landscape on Fansipan peak.
Continue the journey, enjoy lunch and visit:
- Conquer Ô Quy Hồ Pass - the most beautiful, majestic and longest pass in the Four Great Passes of Northern Vietnam.
- Ô Quy Hồ Sky Gate tourist area - one of the best spots to watch clouds and the sunset in Sapa.
Have lunch at a local restaurant and free time to rest.
Overnight stay in Sapa
Note:
- If Fansipan is not operating, it will be replaced by a visit to the Dragon Cloud Cable Bridge (not including entrance fee).
- The free experience ticket for the Mường Hoa mountain train will not be refunded and cannot be replaced with other services if you do not participate or have to cancel due to objective conditions such as weather, road conditions, or announcements from the service provider.
Sapa - Lao Cai - Ha Noi (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Guests have breakfast and check out of the hotel. The car will take guests back to Ha Noi, stopping along the way for a local food tour and lunch at a local restaurant. Upon arrival in Ha Noi, guests check in to their hotel and can rest or freely visit Hoan Kiem Lake, admiring the surrounding area, including the Turtle Tower, Ngoc Son Temple, and Cau The Huc Bridge.
Overnight stay in Ha Noi
Guests can relax at the hotel or choose to participate in one of the following activities (travel and experience costs are self-funded):
- Program 1: Experience the two-story bus line to explore Ha Noi from a high vantage point, encountering busy streets, street vendors, and famous landmarks: National Theater, Ha Noi Post Office, Quan Thanh Temple, Tran Quoc Pagoda, President's Mausoleum, Hoa Lo Prison, and the Grand Cathedral. (Self-funded).
- Program 2: "Van Mieu - Quoc Tu Giam Night Experience", with a magical and enchanting cultural atmosphere at night, utilizing modern technology to provide guests with many interesting experiences. (Self-funded).
Ha Noi - Yen Tu - Ha Long (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Guests have breakfast and check out. The car will take guests to the coastal city of Ha Long along National Highway 18. On the way, we will stop for lunch and visit the sacred Yen Tu land:
- Visit and take photos at Nuong Village and have lunch at Com Que.
- Guests will take the cable car to admire the natural scenery of Dong Yen Tu (cable car fee is self-paid). This place preserves many historical relics, known as "The Birthplace of Vietnamese Buddhism." Visit One-Roof Temple and Hoa Yen Temple – where the monk Hoang Tran Nhan Tong, who founded the Truc Lam Zen Sect, meditated, located on the hillside at 516m high. Following the steps of the Buddha, visit Dong Temple, also known as Thien Truc Tu (Buddha's Temple), located at the highest point of the Yen Tu range (1,068m) – the largest bronze temple in Vietnam.
In Ha Long, guests can visit and shop at the My Ngoc Center – the largest pearl center in Northern Vietnam. Guests will admire the elegant and attractive colors of cultured pearls in the Heritage, choose for themselves and their loved ones Ha Long pearl jewelry and souvenirs made from oyster shells, which are the first national 5-star OCOP products in Vietnam.
Have dinner and check into the hotel. In the evening, guests can freely explore the bustling entertainment activities at Bai Chay "old town" - located next to Sun World Ha Long Park, from street food to cute coffee shops like Hon Gai Coffee & Lounge or relax at The Mini Bar, Brothers Pub, etc.
Stay overnight in Ha Long
Guests can rest at the resort or choose one of the following tours (transportation and experience costs are self-paid):
- Experience the Queen's Cable Car service at Sun World Ha Long Complex on Ba Deo Mountain and admire the city of Ha Long's beautiful night lights (cable car operating time is estimated from 10 am to 6 pm on Saturdays and Sundays).
Ha Long Bay - Thien Cung Cave - Ninh Binh (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Guests enjoy breakfast and check out of the hotel. A vehicle will transfer guests to the dock for a boat trip on Ha Long Bay - a beautiful and vibrant natural landscape, recognized by UNESCO as a World Natural Heritage Site in 1994.
- Thien Cung Cave is one of the most beautiful caves in Ha Long. Its magnificent beauty is due to the impressive stalactites and the captivating play of light.
- From the boat, guests can admire the many large and small islands within Ha Long Bay, such as Ga Choi Island and Lu Huong Island.
A vehicle will pick up guests at the dock and transport them to Ninh Binh - a place renowned as a "Dream Destination, Longed-for Place," with many historical and natural attractions.
In the evening, guests can explore Hoa Lu Ancient Town, a historic and beautiful place that is even more enchanting with the light of lanterns illuminating the area, and the Bảo Tháp Pagoda on Ky Lan Lake. Guests can experience various folk games and cultural performances, including water puppet shows, the Tắc Xinh dance, xẩm singing, and acoustic performances on weekends.
Overnight stay in Ninh Binh
Ninh Binh - Trang An - Bai Dinh - Noi Bai Airport (breakfast, lunch)
Dear guests, enjoy breakfast and check out of the hotel. The vehicle will take you to visit:
- Tràng An Scenic Area - Guests will take a traditional boat trip to explore the magnificent limestone mountain system and lush valleys, connected by streams that form year-round flooded caves. Scattered throughout this pristine, tranquil landscape are ancient pagodas, temples, and manor houses nestled at the foot of the towering mountains.
- Visit Bái Đính Temple - a temple complex holding several Vietnamese records, including an 80-ton bronze statue of the Laughing Buddha, a corridor with 500 statues of Bodhisattvas, and a 99-meter pagoda.
The vehicle will take you to Noi Bai Airport for your flight back to Ho Chi Minh City. We will say goodbye and conclude the tour at Tan Son Nhat Airport.
TOUR CONCLUDED, GOODBYE!
Important Notes:
- The itinerary may vary in order depending on the situation.
- The schedule for sightseeing (beach, flower viewing, experiences...) can be affected by weather conditions. This is an uncontrollable factor; please understand and be patient.
- The hotel may be located far from the city center during peak seasons.
- Due to unforeseen circumstances during this time, attractions may be closed and replaced with suitable alternatives for the tour schedule.
