N-15. PACKGE TOUR NORTHERN PART OF VIETNAM (8 DAYS / 7 NIGHTS)

 Package Tour

NORTHERN PART OF VIETNAM (8 DAYS / 7 NIGHTS)

"A touch of north" is designed for holiday makers who have a short time but wish to do some brief sightseeing in North of Vietnam - including a great rail journey to Sapa, the magnificent scenery in Halong Bay. The great value that trip offers is an opportunity to see authentic images of everyday life peculiar to rural in North of Vietnam.  

Detail Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Hanoi – Sapa (-, L, D)  
Arrive at Noi Bai airport. Pick up and then transfer to a hotel. An afternoon tour of Hanoi, visit The Temple of Literature, One Pillar Pagoda, Tran Quoc Pagoda then take a cyclo to explore the Old Quarter (1 hour). In the evening, transfer to railway station and take the night train to Sapa. O/N on train.  

Day 2: Sapa (B, L, D)  
Arrive at Lao Cai railway station. Pick up and transfer to Sapa (38km). Check in hotel and have breakfast. After lunch, trekking to visit Cat Cat Village. Visit the H’Mong people, the Hydroelectric power station and Silver waterfall. O/N in Sapa.  

Day 3: Sapa(7 hours trekking – 17 km – 3 villages) (B, L, D)  
A full day exploring Sapa, visit Lao Chai and Ta Van village. Explore the daily life of H’Mong and Dzay minorities. Continue to visit Giang Ta Chai village, a small waterfall and a rattan bridge. Lunch at local home. O/N in Sapa.  

Day 4: Sapa – Lao Cai (B, L, D)  
In the morning at leisure for personal pursuit: exploring Sapa town or relaxing. Around 15h30 transfer to Lao Cai railway station. Have diner in Lao Cai. Then take the night train to Hanoi. O/N on train.  

Day 5: Hanoi – Halong (B, L, D)  
Pick up at Hanoi railway station early in the morning and transfer to a hotel for shower and have breakfast. Then transfer to Halong (170km). Stop over at ceramic and hand embroidery workshops in Hai Duong. Arrive in Halong Bay. Board a boat for a cruise in Halong Bay. Visit magical grottoes, marvel at odd - shaped islands and relax in the best scenic beauty of Vietnam: Sung Sot Cave, Titop Beach, the fish - farm. Stop for a swim and kayak ride. Lunch and Diner of fresh seafood are served on boat. O/N on boat.  

Day 6: Halong – Ninh Binh (B, L, D)   

Early morning, enjoy a sunrise cruise in the breathtaking scenery of Halong Bay. Continue to cruise to Soi Sim Beach. Stop for a swim and kayak ride. Then visit Ga Choi and Dinh Huong Island, Cho Da islet. After lunch at restaurant in Halong, transfer to Ninh Binh. On the way to Ninh Binh, visit Keo Pagoda. O/N in Ninh Binh. 
Day 7: Ninh Binh – Hanoi (B, L, D)   

 
After breakfast at your hotel, visit ancient Citadel of Hoa Lu. Visit the Dinh & Le dynasty temples, an ancient capital of Vietnam (968 - 1009). Then transfer to Kenh Ga hotspring, take a boat on the Hoang Long River for visiting Van Trinh Cave. Return to Hanoi. The evening, enjoy Hanoi is famed water puppet. O/N in Hanoi. 
Day 8: Departure from Hanoi (B, L,-)

 
Tour ends today, spend last time shopping or at leisure before check – out. Transfer to the Noi Bai airport for departure.

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THE BEST OF VIETNAM (14 DAYS / 13 NIGHTS)

This comprehensive trip explores the best sights of Vietnam: culture, friendly people, dynamic cities, magnificent countryside... The old city of Hanoi, the fantasy world of Halong Bay, the romance of Hue and Hoian and the hustle of Saigon to the green land of Can Tho.  

Detail Itinerary Day 1: Arrival in Hanoi - Haiphong - Cat Ba (-. L, D)
Arrive at Noi Bai airport. Pick up and transfer to Hai Phong (120km). Visit Hang Kenh Temple, Du Hang pagoda, Sat Market and Theatre. Then take a bus to Dinh Vu ferry and take a hydrofoil  to Phu Long - Cat Ba (20 minutes). Check in hotel. Free time. O/N in Cat Ba Island.

Day 2: Cat Ba - Lan Ha Bay - Halong Bay (B, L, D)

Early in the morning, enjoy a sunrise cruise in the breathtaking scenery of Halong Bay. Continue to cruise to Lan Ha bay, discover Luon Cave, Tung Ga Cave by kayaking and swimming at Van Boi beach.... Cruise back to Halong Bay, visit Sung Sot cave, Ga Choi and Dinh Huong Island, visit fish - farm.... O/N in Tuan Chau Island.

Day 3: Halong - Hanoi (B, L, D)
After breakfast at your hotel, drive back to Hanoi. On the way to Hanoi, visit But Thap pagoda. In the afternoon, visit the Temple of Literature, Museum of Ethnology... In the evening, enjoy Hanoi is famed water puppet theatre. O/N in Hanoi.

Day 4: Hanoi - Hoa Binh (B, L, D)
In the morning is highlighted with a visit One Pillar Pagoda, Quan Thanh Temple, Hoan Kiem Lake. After lunch, transfer to Hoa Binh (70km). On the way to Hoa Binh, explore the daily life of countryside in Vietnam. In the evening, enjoy folk show. O/N in Hoa Binh.

Day 5: Hoa Binh - Hanoi  (B, L, D)
Enjoy a whole day to discover Hoa Binh. Take a boat along the Da River (6hours), visit Thac Bo temple, Muong village. Have lunch at Muong village, enjoy bamboo - tube rice. Then return to Hanoi. O/N in Hanoi.

Day 6: Hanoi - Hue  (B, L, D)
Transfer to Noi Bai airport for a short flight to Hue. Arrive in Hue, pick you up and transfer to hotel. In the afternoon is highlighted with a visit the Royal Citadel and Dong Ba Market,  famous for its best conical hats, Trang Tien bridge. O/N in Hue.

Day 7: Hue (B, L, D)
Spend all day exploring Hue. Take a boat on the Perfume River to visit Thien Mu Pagoda, Hon Chen Temple and the tomb of King Minh Mang. In the afternoon, visit the tombs of King Khai Dinh and Tu Duc. O/N in Hue.

Day 8: Hue - Danang (B, L, D)
Transfer to Danang (110km). On the way to Danang, visit Lang Co beach and admire beautiful landscape on the road over the Hai Van Pass and the fishing village. After lunch, visit Cham Museum, Marble Moutain, stone carving village of Non Nuoc and swimming at China beach. O/N in Danang.

Day 9: Danang - Hoi an (B, L, D)

Leaving Danang for Hoian (30km). Arrive in Hoian, take a leisurely walk through the ancient town, a world heritage site recognized by UNESCO in 1999. Visit Hoian old quarter, Japanese Covered Bridge, Phuc Kien Assembly Hall, Thu Bon River and shopping. O/N in Hoian.

Day 10: Hoian - Danang - Ho Chi Minh City (B, L, D)
After breakfast at your hotel, transfer to Danang airport for a short flight to Ho Chi Minh City. In the afternoon is sightseeing Ho Chi Minh City. Visit Ben Thanh market, Notre Dame, the Municipal Theater, Bach Dang river. O/N in Ho Chi Minh City.

Day 11: Ho Chi Minh City - Cai Be - Vinh Long - Can Tho  (B, L, D)
Depart for Cai Be. Arrive in Cai Be, boat ride to the bustling floating market, coconut candy workshop, area of bee hatching. Continue to cruise to Vinh Long, enjoy the relaxing honey tea. Then drive to Can Tho. O/N in Can Tho.

Day 12: Can Tho – Ho Chi Minh City (B, L, D)
After breakfast, take a boat cruise to visit floating Phung Hiep. Then return to Ho Chi Minh City. O/N in Ho Chi Minh City.

Day 13: Ho Chi Minh City – Tay Ninh – Cu Chi  (B, L, D)
Transfer to Tay Ninh (99km), explore the Cao Dai Temple for the daily noontide ceremony with hundreds of worshipers attired in lively red, yellow, blue and white and chanting religious hymns. Then travel to Cu Chi, famed for its 200 km – long tunnels. Back to Ho Chi Minh City. O/N in Ho Chi Minh City.

Day 14: Departure from Ho Chi Minh City (B, L, -)
After breakfast, visit China Town, Thien Hau Temple, War Remnant Museum and then at leisure before check – out. Transfer to the airport for departure.

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NORTHERN HIGHLIGHTS (17DAYS /16 NIGHTS)

The remote north of Vietnam features the country's highest mountains and some of its most rugged terrain. It is the home of Vietnam's most diverse mixes and stunning scenery - for travelers seeking a truly remote and authentic cultural experience. This is a great trip for traveler wishing to explore more of Highlights of Vietnam.

Detail Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Hanoi (-, L, D)  

Arrive at Noi Bai airport. Pick up at and transfer to a hotel. An afternoon sightseeing tour, comprising Museum of Ethnology, One Pillar Pagoda, Tran Quoc Pagoda. O/N in Hanoi.  
Day 2: Hanoi - Ba Be Lake (B, L, D)  

Depart for Ba Be (250km). On the way, stop over for visiting village of Tay people. Arrive in Ba Be, check in hotel. Free time. O/N in Ba Be. 
Day 3: Ba Be Lake – Cao Bang ( B, L, D)   

In the morning, take a boat along the Nang River, visit Puong Grotto, Dau Dang waterfall, Widow Island, Ba Be lake, Pac Ngoi village (Tay people). After lunch, transfer to Cao Bang (100km), stop over on the way for taking photos. Arrive in Cao Bang, check in hotel. O/N in Cao Bang.  
Day 4: Cao Bang – Ban Gioc Waterfall (B, L, D)   

 
Transfer to Ban Gioc waterfall (85km). On the way, stop over for taking photos and visit Phuoc Sen village (village of Nung) where they produce the tool. Arrive in Ban Gioc waterfall, at leisure for relaxing, taking photos. Then visit Nguom Ngao Cave. Return to Cao Bang town. Have diner and then free time for relax. O/N in Cao Bang.  
Day 5: Cao Bang – Ha Giang (B, L, D)   

 
Depart forHa Giang (300km). On the way, stop over for taking photos, visit village minority of Lo Lo and San Riu. Arrive in Ha Giang, check in hotel. At leisure personal pursuit. O/N in Ha Giang  
Day 6: Ha Giang – Meo Vac (B, L, D)  

Transfer to The Meo Vac Plateau (150km). On the way, enjoy the beautiful view of mountain. Have lunch on the way. Arrive in Meo Vac Plateau. Check in hotel. Free time. O/N in Meo Vac.  
Day 7: Meo Vac – Ha Giang (B, L, D)   

In the morning, explore the Meo Vac Plateau. Visit the minority people (H’Mong and LoLo people), enjoy the beautiful view of Plateau. Then transfer to Ha Giang. Have dinner and then free time for relax. O/N in Ha Giang.  
Day 8: Ha Giang – Bac Ha (B, L, D)  

Transfer to Bac Ha (140km). Stop for taking photos. Arrive in Xi Man, visit village minority (Red Dzao people, Red H’Mong people, and White H’Mong people). After lunch at Hoang Su Phi, continue to Bac Ha. Arrive in Bac Ha. Visit H’Mong King house. Have dinner and then free time for relax. O/N in Bac Ha.  
Day 9: Bac Ha (B, L, D)   

Early in the morning, visit Bac Ha market, is riot of colorful with its entire collection ethnic people: Flower H’Mong, Phu La, Dzao Tuyen. All gathered here to buy and sell their products. Then visit Pho village (Flower H’Mong).Have dinner and then free time for relax. O/N in Bac Ha.  
Day 10: Bac Ha - Sapa (B, L, D)  

Transfer to Sapa (110km). Stop over at border Lao Cai, taking photos on the Hoang Lien Pass. Arrive in Sapa, check in hotel. After have lunch, trekking to Cat Cat village (Black H’Mong), then continue trekking to Lao Chai and Ta Van villages. Have dinner and then free time for relax. O/N in Sapa.  
Day 11: Sapa (B, L, D)   

After breakfast, have free time for shopping until 10am, trekking to Lao Chai village (Black H’Mong). Have lunch on the way, then continue on to Ta Van village (Dzay people), check in room at village then explore the daily life of minority. Dinner and O/N at local home in Ta Van village.  
Day 12: Sapa – Lai Chau (B, L, D)  

Trekking to Giang Ta Chai village (Red Dzao people, Waterfall, Bridge Rattan. Then transfer to Lai Chau (180km). On the way, stop over for visiting Silver Chute, Heaven Gate and taking photos and then cycling get down pass (7 – 10km). Continue to Lai Chau, stop over for visiting White H’Mong. Arrive in Lai Chau. Check in hotel. O/N in Lai Chau.  
Day 13: Lai Chau – Dien Bien (B, L, D)   

Leave Lai Chau for Bien Bien (100km), visit village minority (Red H’Mong) on the way. Arrive in Dien Bien, visit Dien Bien Phu museum, Colonel Christian de Castries, Muong Thanh airport, Hill A1, Black Thai village. Have dinner and then free time for relax. O/N in Dien Bien Phu.  
Day 14: Dien Bien Phu – Son La (B, L, D)   

Transfer to Son La (170km). On the way visit villages, suspension bridge, take photos. Stop over at Pha Din Pass, then cycling get down Pass (7 – 10 km). Arrive in Son La. Check in hotel. Visit Museum and Prison Son La. O/N in Son La.  
Day 15: Son La – Mai Chau (B, L, D) 

After breakfast, depart for Mai Chau (185km). Visit village of Black Thai where explore their culture and daily life and take photos. Then explore the hill of tea at the Moc Chau Plateau. After lunch in Moc Chau, continue on to Mai Chau. Arrive in Mai Chau, check in house on stilts of White Thai at Lac village. Then explore the daily life of minority. Have dinner at local home. In the evening, enjoy folk show. O/N atlocal home in Lac village.  
Day 16: Mai Chau – Hanoi (B, L, D)   

 
Trekking around valley Mai Chau (150km0, visit Nhot village and Na Pho (White Thai). After lunch in Lac village, transfer to Hanoi. O/N in Hanoi.   
Day 17: Departure Hanoi (B, L, -)

 
Tour ends today, spend last time for shopping and at leisure before check – out. Transfer to Noi Bai airport for departure.

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	1 pax	2 pax	3 pax	4 pax upward

 

North West Loop - Explore North Vietnam Tours

(6 days/5 nights)

Routes

 Hanoi-Mai Chau-Son La-Dien Bien Phu-Tam Duong-Lai Chau-Sapa-Bac Ha –Duration

Depart from Hanoi-Return to Hanoi

Highlights : Minority villages, Home stays

 Highest mountain pass in Indochina

The mountainous North West provides spectacular scenery and perfect terrain for trekking routes. Winding roads through mountain ranges take you past communities with varied lifestyles. The final two days are spent trekking to stay in ethnic minority villages around Sa Pa with the local warm, friendly people in their stilt houses.

Day 01: Hanoi - Mai Chau - Son La (B)

The journey northwards begins as we depart Hanoi and pass through the undulating terrains of tea plantations and the many timeless villages linked to the road which is the main artery of trade between the northwestern region and the capital city. This is our first glimpse of rural Vietnam and sets the tone for the days ahead. Depending on road and traffic conditions our drive will deliver us in Son La by mid or late afternoon. After checking into our hotel we take a walk around this mountain town. There is little traffic on roads and many Black Thai in traditional costume are busy going in all directions.

Day 02: Son La - Dien Bien Phu (B)

Son La, was once the site of French penal colony in which anti colonial revolutionaries were incarcerated. Visit the Old French Prison and museum before depart for Dien Bien Phu. You'll enjoy the picturesque scenery as you pass the villages of Black Thai, White Thai, Meo and Muong peoples. The winding roads cross over the Pha Din Pass before reaching Dien Bien Phu, the site of the decisive battle in Vietnam’s struggle for independence in 1954. After checking into our centrally located hotel we enjoy a walk around to see this fast growing town. Our main stop is Dien Bien Phu’s Museum which details the event in place. We also pay a visit to the old battle field where the lush vegetation now grows over many of the war relics including old French tanks and artillery pieces. Overnight in Dien Bien Phu.

Day 03: Dien Bien Phu - Tam Duong (B)  

Heading out of the town, we spend a full day travelling into Vietnam’s most mountainous region. The roads are difficult at times, but the spectacular landscape with a mixture of terraced fields and hill villages makes the hardship all worthwhile. On the way, we have some opportunities to encounter the Red Hmong, Kho Mu, Mang, Dao people who still retain their age old cultural traditions and are recognizably distinct from each other by their dress. We arrive in Tam Duong by late afternoon and have time strolling around to catch our first glimpse; a small town surrounded by breathtaking mountains and tea plantations. Overnight in Tam Duong.

Day 04: Tam Duong - Sapa (B) 

The scenery of the north is unequalled although the conditions are very simple. After breakfast we set off on a half day drive following the mountain roads to Sa Pa, our final destination. At an elevation of 1, 500 meters, Sapa was founded in the early years of the last century as a hill resort for French administrators when the heat on the plains became unbearable. We arrive in Sapa by mid afternoon and can soak up the fresh climate by spending our time wandering this famous hill town. The ethnic people are frequently seen on the main street of Sapa and small vendors along the street selling local textiles and handicraft. Overnight in Sapa.

Day 05: Sapa - Bac Ha (B) 

After breakfast we continue venturing into northern Vietnam, travelling through the Chinese border town of Lao Cai to the colourful Sunday Market at Muong Khuong. This market also attracts a wide variety of ethnic minority groups including the Variegated Hmong, Dao, Phu La, La Chi, Tay who still retain their age old cultural traditions and are recognizably distinct from each other by their dress. The experience of this congregation is unique. Upon leaving Muong Khuong, we drive to Bac Ha. As an option we can embark on a walk during the afternoon, visiting the Hmong King’s former residence and Ban Pho where the villagers make the potent local maize wine. Overnight in Bac Ha.

Day 06: Bac Ha - Hanoi (B) 

The return journey begins as we depart Bac Ha Town and pass through the verdant and rugged mountain scenery to Hanoi. These back roads are a great way to explore the real Vietnam. We see very few other travellers, mostly rural dwellers who are just as interested in finding out about our lives as we are of theirs. The drive is very long, but we can make many stops along the way to stretch our legs and take some wonderful photographs. Tour ends in Hanoi.

Package includes

Transportation with A/C during the trip,Hotel accommodation (Twn/Dbl room),Entrance fees during the trip,Local English speaking tour guide with good knowledge and experience ,Mineral water and cool towel

Package excludes

International flights/Airport tax and International departure tax (14 USD/ person, accept US dollar and Vietnam dong),Visas and visa fee to Vietnam,Personal expenses such as shopping, telephone, laundry and bar bills etc.Other meals and drinks,Late check out & early check in for all accommodation at the places ,All other services not made on the written form ,Travel Insurance ,Tips & gratuities

                 Number of Person in Group/Pax.Tour cost per Person (in $US)

Class	2 pax	3 - 7 pax	8 - 11 pax	12 - 15 pax	16 pax up	Single,Surcharge
	583	533	483	433	393	148
	733	663	613	563	523	248
	863	763	723	683	643	373