Day 1 — Arrival Hanoi: Hanoi city tour & street markets (D) Arrive Noi Bai, meet our representative and begin a gentle introduction to Hanoi’s charm: peaceful Hoan Kiem Lake, historic Tran Quoc Pagoda, colonial Opera House, the bustling 36 Old Streets and Dong Xuan market. Savor Hanoi egg coffee and wander vibrant silk and handicraft shops—feel the city’s rhythm and history. Overnight in Hanoi.
Day 2 — Transfer to Sapa & Cat Cat Village trek (B/L/D) Scenic high-speed transfer to Lao Cai and onward to Sapa. After lunch, explore Cat Cat Village—classic Sapa trekking through rice terraces, Hmong cultural villages and traditional crafts. End the day with a warm Salmon hotpot dinner and a complimentary 45-minute herbal foot massage to unwind. Overnight in Sapa.
Day 3 — Fansipan Cable Car & optional Rong May Glass Bridge (B/L/D) Ascend to Fansipan by world-class cable car—capture panoramic mountain vistas at Indochina’s rooftop and photo moments among clouds and subtropical forests. Return to Sapa for lunch; afternoon free to relax or visit the thrilling Rong May glass bridge (optional, included if selected). Evening at leisure with local dinner. Overnight in Sapa.
Day 4 — Moana View check-in & return to Hanoi (B/L/D) Short transfer to Moana View Sapa for a signature check-in experience—luxury photo spots, nature views and a welcome drink. After lunch, travel back to Hanoi by comfortable coach, soaking in northern landscapes. Dinner and overnight in Hanoi.
Day 5 — Hanoi historical tour & transfer to Halong (B/L/D) Morning cultural highlights: Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum (external/inside when open), One Pillar Pagoda and the Temple of Literature—Vietnam’s first university. After lunch, transfer to Ha Long; check into hotel and relax by the bay. Evening seafood dinner. Overnight in Halong.
Day 6 — Halong Bay cruise, Thien Cung cave & Water Puppet show (B/L/D) Board a private traditional junk for a 3.5–4 hour Halong Bay cruise through UNESCO-like karsts. Visit Thien Cung (Paradise Cave) and cruise past iconic islets (Incense Bowl, Sail islet, Turtle island). Enjoy a fresh seafood lunch onboard, return to Hanoi in the afternoon, then experience a classic Water Puppet performance and a special seafood buffet dinner. Overnight in Hanoi.
Day 7 — Departure Hanoi (B) Free time until airport transfer for your departure flight. Reflect on Northern Vietnam’s landscapes, culture and flavors.
4 star
• Ha Noi: Chalcedony; Thien Thai; Muong Thanh; Lenid (ROH)
• Ha Long: Sapa Charm; De Sapa (ROH)