Adventure of Vietnam Highlights

Sprawling limestone cliffs and archipelagoes, sparkling blue waters, and lush green rice paddies stretching to infinity with a rich history and vibrant culture make Northern Vietnam a perfect adventure playground. Satiate the adventurer in you by climbing atop Fansipan peak which is the highest peak of the Indochinese peninsula to marvel at the far-stretched green mountains. Spend a day cruising and enjoying various activities in Halong Bay - a natural wonderland composed of jutting limestone islands and sparkling turquoise waters. From unraveling the country's culture by trying the local delicacies to shopping your heart out at the famous night market in the old colonial quarter, there is something for everyone on this tour to Vietnam.

Day 1 : Arrival in Hanoi | Explore the Old Quarter

Hanoi

• Upon reaching Hanoi, complete the immigration and visa on arrival process at the airport.
• Meet our representative at the airport and board your transfers to reach the pre-booked hotel.
• Complete the check-in procedure at the hotel and rest for some time.
• The rest of the day is free for leisure for you to explore around where you can choose to explore the old quarter which houses beautiful colonial buildings.
• You can go for a walk around the Hoan Kiem lake (symbol of Hanoi) or explore the night market and walking street (open only on weekends).
• Return back to the hotel for an overnight stay.

Day 2 : Transfer to Sapa | Understand the unique lifestyle of the Cat Cat Villagers

Sa Pa

• Start your day early and board your transfer to Sapa (Pickup - 7 am).
• Take a 20 mins breakfast break on this 5-hour-long journey.
• Upon reaching Sapa by noon, enjoy a local Vietnamese lunch and then check in to your rooms.
• After resting for some time, start the tour by going for a short hike to the Cat Cat village, which is home to Black H’mong ethnic people.
• This village is tucked with absolute natural beauty at the bottom of a deep valley at the foot of Fansipan Peak.
• Our local guide will walk you through the village and will give you an insight into the lifestyle of the villagers.
• Trek down to the bottom of the valley to a waterfall where the French built a Hydraulic Power Station.
• After spending some time, clicking the pictures start walking uphill and reach your pickup point, from where you will board your bus back to Sapa.
• Return back to the hotel for an overnight stay.

Day 3 : Fansipan Mountain Tour | Transfer Back to Hanoi

Hanoi

• Have a hearty breakfast at the hotel to energize yourself for the day.
• Today you will be visiting the tallest mountain on the Indochinese Peninsula - the Fansipan peak (3147 m).
• Board your transfer from the hotel to the cable car station to take a 20 minutes cable car ride to enjoy the spectacular scenery.
• Upon reaching you can spend time clicking pictures of the surrounding panorama or visit the Pagoda built atop.
• Climbing 600 steps further will take you to Fansipan peak - the roof of Indochina.
• After exploring around for good 1.5 hours, return back to the cable car station to take a ride back to Sapa by noon.
• Have your lunch at the hotel and then head out to discover Sapa town by yourself.
• Gather back at the hotel around 3 pm to start your journey back to Hanoi.
• Reach your hotel in Hanoi for an overnight stay.

Day 4 : Hanoi to Halong Bay | Visit the biggest cave of Halong Bay

Hạ Long Bay

• After having breakfast, start your journey to Halong Bay for an exciting cruise experience (Pick up by 8:30 am).
• Embark on your cruise, followed by an introductory session and welcome drinks on board.
• Enjoy delicious Vietnamese Lunch while you cruise through the azure ocean waters dotted with beautiful islets and archipelagos.
• Your first activity for the day will be a guided tour of the Surprise Caves, which will lure you to their natural beauty.
• On this tour, understand the legend associated with the Sung Sot Cave which is the biggest cave in Halong Bay and houses extraordinary limestone structures.
• Cruise around some of Halong’s many islands, including Dinh Huong and Ga Choi.
• Take a short stopover at Ti Top Island where you can spend some time swimming by the crescent-shaped beach or trek to the top of the island to get panoramic views of Halong Bay.
• Spend the rest of the evening on the sundeck of your cruise and admire the colors of the sunset painting the sky.
• Have your dinner on board and call it a day.
• Overnight stay on the cruise in Halong Bay.

Day 5 : Halong Bay to Hanoi | Day at Leisure

Hanoi

• Wake up in the morning and have a delicious breakfast on board with some fresh-cut tropical fruits.
• Today, the cruise will take you to the fishermen's village to understand the lifestyle of the local fishermen.
• After that, you will continue cruising further going through many islands and islets to discover the hidden charms of the bay.
• Later, return to the cruise and attend a Vietnamese cooking demonstration session.
• Enjoy a delicious Vietnamese lunch that will be served on board.
• Spend the rest of the time at leisure until you reach back the coast.
• Disembark from the cruise by saying goodbye to the crew and boarding your transfer back to Hanoi.
• Reach Hanoi and spend the rest of the day at leisure wherein you can choose to rest at the hotel or explore around.
• Return back to the hotel for an overnight stay.

Day 6 : Departure | Bid Adieu with a bag of memories

• After having a hearty breakfast, check out from the hotel and board your transfer to the airport.
• Your amazing Vietnam Tour ends as you get dropped at the airport.

• Hanoi, the capital city of Vietnam is a kaleidoscope of natural beauty, history, culture, and vibrant urban landscapes
• Get a chance to interact with the Black H’mong ethnic people as you hike to their picturesque Cat Cat Village
• Understand the legend of the Sung Sot Cave which is the largest limestone cave in Halong Bay listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site
• Take a peaceful walk around the Hoan Keim lake that and know the reason of it being called - the lake of the Restored Sword
• Get captivated in the magical land of the Ninh Binh province which has an extravagant natural landscape with rivers, rice paddies and limestone caves