The Northern mountainous region offers, perhaps, the most spectacular scenery anywhere in Vietnam. Opportunities to see something of the lives, customs and costumes of many of Vietnam’s ethnic minorities abound. Discover the north of Vietnam and all its charm with a tour that showcases the diversity of both the landscapes and the cultures of the area. This trip will take you to Mai Chau, Son La, Sapa, Bac Ha, Ha Giang, Meo Vac, Dong Van, Ba Be lake, Ban Gioc Waterfall, Lang Son, Ha Long bay and Cat Ba island.
On this 10-day walking tour of northern Vietnam, you will visit the mountainous regions near the Chinese border. You will sweep along mountain passes and descend into beautiful valleys, visiting local markets and ethnic minority communities along the way. This tour is bound to fill you with a new found wonder of northern Vietnam and it's unique landscapes and cultures.
Day 1: Hanoi ArrivalDay 2: Hanoi City Tour - Sapa (B/L)Destinations: Ho Chi Minh Complex,One Pillar Pagoda,Hoan Kiem Lake and Ngoc Son Temple,Puppet ShowDay 3: Trekking In Sapa (B/L)Destinations: Trekking Sapa - Lao Chai & Ta Van Village.Day 4: Sapa - Hanoi (B/L)Destinations:Trekking Giang Ta Chai to Su Pan,meet the local people who belong to the Red Dao and Black Hmong ethnic groups,Sapa TownDay 5: Hanoi - Ninh Binh (B/L)Destinations:Ninh Binh - Van LongDay 6: Ninh Binh - Halong Bay (B/L/D)some karst grottoes, go swimming or explore the beaches.
This tour of Vietnam covers much of what is a diverse and interesting about the north of the country. Starting in Hanaoi, the capital, we have included Sapa for its trekking and minority villages, Ninh Binh region for its limestone peaks which rival those of Halong Bay and of course time exploring spectacular Halong Bay itself.
Your itinerary begins with a city tour of Hanoi before taking the overnight train to Lao Cai and the trekking area of Sapa. We will spend two days exploring the valleys and peaks of this beautiful region while getting to know the local people and their customs. We then return to Lao Cai for the overnight train back to Hanoi for an early breakfast at the hotel before having the rest of the day free to explore this city. After a night back in Hanoi we travel to Hoa Lu, famous for being the country's capital from 968 and 1009 AD. This area is one of stunning natural beauty which you will see best during your boat ride along the Boi River. Next we travel to stunning Halong Bay and spend 2 days cruising on a traditional junk around the limestone outcrops as well as sea kayaking and swimming - this is bound to be one of your tour highlights. Your tour ends back in Hanoi.
This tour combines well with a further exploration of southern Vietnam, a visit to a relaxing beach destination, or an extension into Cambodia to visit Angkor Watt and Tonle Sap.
This is a sample private tour itinerary and we can customise the daily itinerary, duration and accommodation levels and styles as much or as little as you wish.
This tour aims to cover all the most important sites of North-eastern Vietnam. From the untouched beauty of Ha Giang to the serene waters of Ba Be Lake and majestic cacophony of Ban Gioc Waterfall, this tour offers a great wealth of natural beauty, representing the most stunning views of the region, and perhaps all of Vietnam.
This off the beaten path tour is for those who are adventurous but who maybe are not up to long treks. It explores the remote far north of Vietnam, often close to the Chinese border. This is the land of the ethnic minorities, and it is one of the few places left in this global world where one's family and locality can be identified by dress alone. Prepare yourself for a riot of colour, from the ethnic clothes to the rice paddies. You will have a chance to interrelate with the locals by staying in Homestays, in a variety of villages and mountainous regions.
This eight-day adventure veers off the beaten path and into the wild and unspoilt beauty of Northern Vietnam. During the trip, you will trek through mountains, valleys and villages to discover the landscapes and cultures of Sapa and the frontier region of Ha Giang before winding up in the sublime setting of Ba Be National Park.
The Great Trails 7 days 7 nights is a motorbiking tour to the most splendid area of limestone mountains ranges and wonderful terraced paddy fields of Ba Be, Ha Giang and Sapa. Suitable to those who love adventure tours, and who prefer untouched areas and to explore customs of the hill tribes. Extremely attractive to picture-hunting travellers.
This northern frontier adventure to Cat Ba island 8 days 7 nights through Northeast Vietnam includes a visit to Lan Ha Bay, Tay and Nung, ethnic minority villages, Ban Gioc waterfall, Ba Be Lake and other secret places in Quang Ninh and Bac Kan Provinces which normal tour don't go. These sights represent some of the best of the best in Vietnam, and are a highlight for many travellers to the country.
This 8-day adventure takes you on remote mountain trails to experience the majestic beauty of Vietnam's northern border region. The beautiful scenery and the warmth of the local ethnic minority people will be a trip you will never forget.
Escape the bustle of the big city and set out on an adventure through the stunning countryside of the northern loop from Pu Luong to Ninh Binh, Cuc Phuong National Park and Cat Ba island. This 7-day adventure takes you off the beaten path on a tour through deep valleys and tropical forests to the remote jungle on the sea.
This tour will take you from the vast lakes and chalky karsts of Ba Be National Park to the wild and rugged landscapes of Cao Bang to visit the spectacular Ban Gioc waterfall. You will be travelling through remote areas in Northern Vietnam, brushing along the Chinese border and staying with local families to learn about and experience the unique cultures and customs of rural Vietnam.
This three day tour will take you from the capital of Hanoi and through the “final frontier” of Vietnam; Ha Giang Province, before returning to the capital on the third day. This tour is perfect for those with limited time who still don’t want to miss out on this spectacular destination. Over three days you will visit Ha Giang Town and the districts of Yen Minh, Dong Van and Meo Vac, considered the highlights and “must-see” destinations of Ha Giang Province.
This Ha Giang tour will take you through the awe-inspiring panoramas of Ha Giang and Dong Van, travelling along the mountain hugging Ma Pi Leng Pass and through the valleys. You will journey through the sprawling lands of tea plantations, the stone forests of the Dong Van Plateau and into the ethnic minority communities to stay with local people and explore the fascinating markets.