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Hiking North Vietnam - 8 days
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Highlights
Hanoi - Stroll through the French Quarter and vibrant Hoan Kiem Lake on a guided walking tour of the capital’s cultural heart
Sapa - Visit the colourful Muong Hum Market, where ethnic minority groups gather to trade local produce and handmade goods
Ta Giang Phinh - Hike through a remote H’mong valley, passing terraced rice fields and traditional villages
Muong Hoa Valley - Trek through Y Linh Ho, Lao Chai and Ta Van to experience daily life in ethnic minority communities
Su Pan - Walk to a Tay village to see traditional stilt houses and local crafts in a peaceful mountain setting
Ninh Binh - Cycle and boat through Van Long Nature Reserve, exploring karst cliffs, rural scenery and local villages
Hoa Lu - Discover Vietnam’s ancient capital and visit temples dedicated to the Dinh and Le kings
Lan Ha Bay - Cruise past limestone islands and enjoy the tranquil beauty of this scenic Halong Bay extension
Ninh Binh - Cycle and boat through Van Long Nature Reserve, exploring karst cliffs, rural scenery and local villages
Hoa Lu - Discover Vietnam’s ancient capital and visit temples dedicated to the Dinh and Le kings
Lan Ha Bay - Cruise past limestone islands and enjoy the tranquil beauty of this scenic Halong Bay extension
What's Included
Accommodation
5 nights in 3-4 star hotels & a local homestay
Meals
7 breakfasts, 7 lunches & 4 dinners
Transport
All relevant land transportation in a private, air-conditioned vehicle, boats and train
Others
1 night on an overnight train Hanoi - Lao Cai (in air conditioned 4 berth cabins - Non private cabins)1 night on an overnight cruise on Halong Bay in Non non-private boat1 bus ticket Lao Cai - HanoiServices of English-speaking guides for included sightseeing & activitiesNote: 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 and guided sightseeing as per the itinerary
Embark on this 8-day hiking tour of north Vietnam, beginning in Hanoi with visits to the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, Temple of Literature, and the bustling Old Quarter. Travel north to explore vibrant ethnic markets and hike through the terraced landscapes and traditional villages of Sapa. Journey south to Ninh Binh for cycling and boating amid dramatic limestone karsts, then cruise through the emerald waters and towering islets of Lan Ha Bay, part of the UNESCO-listed Halong Bay, before ending in Hanoi.
day 1Arrival in Hanoi & Walking City Tour
Once you have arrived in Hanoi, make your way to the hotel. In the afternoon, around 4 PM, our guide will meet us at the hotel, and we will go on a walking tour to explore the capital of Vietnam, taking in its colonial-era architecture and the lively atmosphere around Hoan Kiem Lake, the cultural and social heart of the city. Legend has it that Emperor Le Thai To returned a magical sword to a divine tortoise in this lake, earning it the name “Lake of the Returned Sword”.
Meals
1 Dinner
OverNight
Hanoi
day 2Cultural Hanoi & Overnight Train to Sapa
day 3Muong Hum Market & Village Hike
day 4Muong Hoa Valley Hike
day 5Su Pan Walk & Return to Hanoi
day 6Exploring Van Long & the Ancient Capital of Hoa Lu
day 7Cruising the Waters of Lan Ha Bay
day 8Sunrise Sail & Journey to Hanoi
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