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Highlights of North Vietnam - 11 days
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Highlights
Sapa - Ascend Vietnam’s highest peak by cable car to reach the summit of Fansipan and enjoy panoramic views across the Hoang Lien Son mountains
Ban Khoang - Encounter Red Zao culture and explore a remote mountain village known for terraced rice fields and cardamom cultivation beneath dense forest
Hanoi - Discover the capital’s heritage with visits to Ho Chi Minh’s Mausoleum, the Temple of Literature, and the bustling streets of the Old Quarter
Hoa Lu - Step back in time at the 10th-century sanctuary of Vietnam’s ancient capital and explore temples honouring the Dinh and Le emperors
Trang An - Cruise through limestone karsts and hidden caves in this UNESCO-listed landscape shaped by millennia of human history and natural beauty
Halong Bay - Sail among thousands of towering islets on an overnight junk cruise through Vietnam’s most iconic UNESCO World Heritage seascape
Hue - Visit the royal tomb of Emperor Tu Duc, explore the Imperial Citadel, and take a boat to Thien Mu Pagoda on the Perfume River
Hoi An - Wander through the atmospheric streets of this former port town, visiting ancient houses, pagodas, and the Japanese Covered Bridge
Halong Bay - Sail among thousands of towering islets on an overnight junk cruise through Vietnam’s most iconic UNESCO World Heritage seascape
Hue - Visit the royal tomb of Emperor Tu Duc, explore the Imperial Citadel, and take a boat to Thien Mu Pagoda on the Perfume River
Hoi An - Wander through the atmospheric streets of this former port town, visiting ancient houses, pagodas, and the Japanese Covered Bridge
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What's Included
Accommodation
8 nights 3-5 star hotels, 1 overnight train (shared cabin) & 1 overnight junk boat cruise on Halong Bay
Meals
10 breakfasts, 3 lunches & 1 dinner
Transport
Airport arrival transfer on day 1 & airport departure transfer on day 11All relevant transportation in a private, air-conditioned vehicle
Others
Services of local, English-speaking guides for sightseeing and activities1 economy class flight from Hanoi - HueAll guided sightseeing and activities as per the itinerary (Sapa, Hanoi, Ninh Binh, Halong Bay, Hue & Hoi An)GratuitiesNote: This tour is operated in conjunction with our trusted partner and you will join travellers from different operators, not solely On The Go Tours
Entrance
Entrance fees
11 daysDuration
Small Group TourUsually 8-12 participants
16 peopleMaximum group size
18 - 80 yearsAge range for participants
EnglishGuide language
Starts
Ends
Hanoi, Vietnam
Da Nang, Vietnam
Itinerary
Journey from Hanoi to Danang on this 11-day tour of North Vietnam. Discover the lush landscapes and dramatic valleys of Sapa, take in the highlights of the Vietnamese capital on a guided tour and spend a night aboard a traditional junk boat in Halong Bay. Explore the ruined capital of Hoa Lu in Ninh Binh, discover Hue and take a scenic journey over the Hai Van Pass to Hoi An. Spend two nights in this charming riverside town before ending your tour in Danang.
day 1Hanoi to Sapa by Overnight Train
Hanoi - Sapa. On arrival in Hanoi, you’ll be met by a representative and transferred to the railway station. Board the overnight Chapa Express Train (shared cabin or similar) to begin your journey to Sapa. Settle in and enjoy the evening on board as we travel north.
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