Welcome to Hanoi – the thousand-year-old capital of Vietnam!
Upon arrival at Noi Bai International Airport, you will be greeted by our driver and transferred to your hotel in the city center. After check-in, take the rest of the day to relax and recover from your flight, or enjoy a leisurely stroll through the charming Old Quarter.
Overnight in Hanoi.
Note: Standard check-in time is 2:00 PM. Early check-in is not included.

Early morning departure to Sapa. Pick-up from hotel and transfer to the bus station.
Arrival in Sapa, lunch, and hotel check-in.
Afternoon: Trek to Cat Cat Village to explore Black H’mong culture, waterfall, and French Hydraulic Power Station.
Evening: Return to Sapa town, dinner, and overnight stay.

8:00: After breakfast in hotel, driver & tour guide take you to Cable Car Station and spend 20 minutes with cable car to enjoy the spectacular scenery.

9:00: Reaching the altitude of 2800 meters, you have a good time to see the view and take photos, visit pagoda the spiritual destinations and trek up to 600 steps you will reach the peak of Fansipan – the Roof of Indochina. (Spend about 1,5 hours hiking and taking photos).

11:30: Coming back to Cable Car Station and return to Sapa town.

11:30: Return to the hotel to check out.

12:00: Have lunch and enjoy the rest of time in Sapa.

13:00-14:00: Getting on the bus to go back to Hanoi with comfort breaks.

20:00 – 20:30: Arrive at the bus station and get on a transit transfer to your hotel in Hanoi. Overnight at your hotel in Hanoi.

Notes: The weather forecast is just for reference. Due to the mountainous terrain, the weather on top of Fansipan and in Sapa town may vary. Since the weather is beyond our control, we hope you can still enjoy your experience, no matter the conditions.

Have breakfast at your hotel.

From 7:15 to 7:30 am, we will pick you up at hotels in Hanoi Old Quarter and take a 1.5-hour drive to Quang Phu Cau Incense Village. Here, you can watch the artisans making incense in vibrant colors, drying them under the sun, and capturing beautiful photos.
Note: If it rains, the incense cannot be displayed outdoors. In this case, we will visit Bat Trang Pottery Village instead (about 45 minutes’ drive), where artisans produce ceramics for both domestic use and export. You will also have the chance to join a pottery workshop and make your own sample with the guidance of an instructor.

Before 11:30 am, we arrive at Hanoi Train Street to get ready for the most anticipated part of the trip – taking photos and videos as the train passes by Hanoi Railway Station. Afterward, enjoy lunch at a nearby restaurant.

In the afternoon:
Visit Hoa Lo Prison (Maison Centrale), also known as the “Hanoi Hilton,” which once housed Vietnamese revolutionaries and American POWs during the Vietnam War. Continue to the Temple of Literature, Vietnam’s first university built in the 10th century, to learn about Confucianism and the country’s traditional education system, with highlights such as the Khue Van Pavilion and the Doctor Steles on the backs of stone turtles.

Next, see the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum (outside visit) and Ba Dinh Square, where President Ho Chi Minh declared Vietnam’s independence on September 2, 1945. End the afternoon with a visit to Tran Quoc Pagoda, the oldest pagoda in Hanoi (built in 528), to learn about Buddhism in Vietnam.

The tour concludes with a special Egg Coffee experience – a unique local drink you may have never tried before.

17:30 – Drop-off at your hotel.

Depending on your flight departure time, you’ll be transferred to Noi Bai international airport for your onward journey.

Goodbye Vietnam! We hope you’ve enjoyed your journey and look forward to welcoming you again in the future!

This 10-day tour is perfect for travelers who want to experience the best of Northern, Central, and Southern Vietnam, blending cultural exploration, stunning landscapes, and UNESCO World Heritage sites.
Suitable for: Families, couples, solo travelers, and small groups seeking a well-paced, comprehensive Vietnam adventure.
Activity level: Medium. Walking in Hanoi, climbing Fansipan steps, cruising Halong Bay, cycling in Tam Coc, exploring Hoi An Ancient Town.
Best for travelers who love: Scenic landscapes, historical and cultural sites, river and boat trips, and immersive local experiences.
Note: Early departures and multiple transfers. Guests with limited mobility should consider the activity level.
Seasonal Note: Weather may affect outdoor activities, especially Halong Bay cruise and Tam Coc.

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