Your adventure in Vietnam has started:

• Upon arrival at Hanoi's Noi Bai International Airport, you will be welcomed then privately transferred by a professional driver and an English – speaking guide to your arranged hotel for relaxation.
• Learn about Vietnamese culture while enjoying good quality Vietnamese coursing and let the excitement begin!

In the afternoon, enjoy a one – hour cyclo ride to explore:

• The charming colonial district with its leafy avenues.
• Hoan Kiem Lake and its legendary story, along with Ngoc Son Temple, nestled in the middle of the lake.
• The labyrinth of bustling streets filled with small shops in the famous and fascinating "Old Quarter," including the famous Silk Street (Hang Gai).

To immerse yourself in the atmosphere of Hanoi, take a walking tour to discover:

• Walking through the iconic Old Quarter
• Colonial architecture,

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• Start the day at the Ho Chi Minh Complex and Ba Dinh Square. The visit includes the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, Ho Chi Minh’s Stilt House, the Presidential Palace, the Ho Chi Minh Museum, and the iconic One Pillar Pagoda.
• Visit Tran Quoc Pagoda and Quan Thanh Temple situated on the Truc Bach Lake shore.
• Visit the Temple of Literature.
• Explore the Vietnam Museum of Ethnology.
• Grab a Vietnamese coffee while waiting for the train to pass by at the Train Street.

Your evening: Water puppet show, accompanied by a choir and traditional Vietnamese musical instruments.

Free time: If you have some time left……

A lacquerware workshop, a Vietnamese specialty. 

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Hanoi – Duong Lam Ancient Village – Thay and Tay Phuong Pagoda

the morning, depart to Duong Lam ancient village,

• Take a visit to the gate of the village built with laterite stone and rammed earth dwellings.
• Enjoy a walk through the village, 
• Enjoy a typical Vietnamese lunch in an ancient house with a local family.

In the afternoon,

• Visit Thay Pagoda, a peaceful temple nestled at the foot of Sai Son Mountain, 
• Continue to Tay Phuong Pagoda, perched atop a hill and famous for its unique wooden statues of Arhats, considered masterpieces of Vietnamese Buddhist sculpture. 

Then, drive back to Hanoi.

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Travel to the amazing “Halong Bay on land”:

• Tam Coc is home to the country’s first capital called Hoa Lu, making it an important stop on your trip in understanding Vietnamese culture.
• Board a traditional sampan for a peaceful 2 – hour ride along the Ngo Dong River, where limestone karsts rise dramatically above lush rice fields.
• Glide through the still waters and pass through the mysterious Tam Coc caves,The specialty of Ninh Binh is goat meat and crispy rice.
• Cycle through the countryside to reach Bich Dong Pagoda,

• Wrap up your journey in Hoa Lu, once the cradle of Vietnamese royalty. Wander through the atmospheric temples of the Dinh and Le Dynasties,
• On the way back to Hanoi.

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5.5 – 6h drive

Morning departure to Sapa.

• Trekking through the breathtaking mountain landscapes where terraced rice fields cascade along the hillsides. Sapa, a former French hill station founded in the early 20th century, is home to more than 30 ethnic minority groups and boasts the highest peak in Vietnam – Mount Fansipan.
• Visit Ma Tra Village, inhabited by the Black H’Mong, and continue to Ta Phin Village, where the Red Dao people maintain their rich cultural heritage.
• Gifts from Hanoi Travel Zen Moments at the Red Dao.

Private transfer to Sapa for a full day of trekking through spectacular mountain scenery and vibrant local culture.

Day of trekking in the Sapa region – Encounters with ethnic minorities among rice terraces

• Set off from Y Linh Ho Village, nestled in the stunning Muong Hoa Valley.
• Enjoy a 6 – kilometer trek through terraced rice fields to the village of Lao Chai, home to the Black H’Mong ethnic group. 
• Continue with a gentle 2 – kilometer walk to the village of Ta Van, inhabited by the Giay ethnic group.

Sapa – Ha Giang : 5.5 h drive

Transfer to Ha Giang, passing through beautiful mountainous landscapes.

Take a walk to the picturesque village of Thon Tha, home to the Tay ethnic group. with its typical thatched houses on stilts beside green rice fields.

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150 km – 4h drive

Depart for Dong Van, winding your way through mountain roads and stunning valleys.

Make a stop in Quan Ba to admire the Heaven’s Gate. Nearby, the Fairy Mountains rise gently from the hills – a natural masterpiece in the heart of Ha Giang’s rugged landscapes.

Visit a Hmong village known for its age – old weaving tradition.

After a well – deserved lunch break, continue to the Royal Palace of the Hmong King Vuong Chi Sinh.

End the day at Lung Cu Flag Tower, considered the "roof" of Vietnam. 

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200 km – 6h drive

Explore the old French colonial market. Wander along narrow streets lined with ancient houses, some over 400 years old.

Departure for Meo Vac, a quiet and rustic village, crossing the breathtaking Ma Pi Leng Pass at over 2,000 meters above sea level.

Take a walk along Ma Pi Leng Pass. 

On the way back to Ha Giang, make a stop in Bo Y village.

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300 km – 6h drive

Drive 300 km back to Hanoi (approximately 6 hours) through stunning landscapes, passing by peaceful countryside and scenic limestone karsts.

Lunch on the way.

Arrive in Hanoi by late afternoon.

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Hanoi – Bai Tu Long Bay UNESCO Label – CRUISE and NIGHT Onboard

• Arrive at Halong International Cruise Port, welcome aboard, and safety briefing.
• Check in to your private cabin.
• Enjoy lunch onboard while taking in the stunning views of Bai Tu Long Bay.
• Arrive at Cap La Island, also known as a navy base. Enjoy kayaking through the karst and breathtaking nature (If weather permits).
• Back to junk for refreshing and enjoying your relaxing time on the sundeck.

Dinner: Savor fresh seafood with an exquisite menu of carefully crafted dishes, beautifully presented, and served by qualified staff.

Free evening or experience squid fishing before retiring.

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Enjoy the morning view of the beautiful landscape with a cup of coffee or tea. Have breakfast in the fresh air.

• Visit Thien Canh Son Cave, where you can explore the natural beauty of the cave with unique stalactites formed over thousands of years.
• Enjoy kayaking and exploring Hon Co.
• Cruise to Cong Dam area to explore the natural beach, take a stroll, relax, and unwind.
• Enjoy a unique BBQ lunch on the picturesque beach, prepared by the chefs directly on the beach.
• After lunch, take part in some beach activities.
• Back to junk for refreshing and enjoying your relaxing time on the sundeck.
• Experience our Vietnamese authentic cooking demonstration before having dinner on board.

Dinner: A delicious seafood spread with a carefully curated menu, beautifully presented dishes, and attentive service from a professional team.

Free evening or experience squid fishing before retiring.

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Enjoy the morning view of the beautiful landscape with a cup of coffee or tea. Have breakfast in the fresh air.

• Visit Vung Vieng Fishing Village by kayak or local rowboat. Discover the cultural life of fishermen and learn how to drive a boat under the instruction of local people, or have a fisherman rowing boat for you.
• Back to the boat.
• Check out of the cabin and start cruising towards the harbor while a set lunch is served.
• The entire crew will greet you and thank you as you arrive at the port at 11h30.
• Transfer back to Hanoi.

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