Hanoi Arrival - Airport Pickup

Noi Bai International Airport - Upon arrival at Noi Bai International Airport (Hanoi), meet the tour guide and transfer to the city center for hotel check-in. Hotel rooms may not be available until 14:00 hrs, but early check-in can be arranged for an additional fee.

Hanoi City Tour Full Day

Old Quarter - At 8:00 am, a tour guide and car from Paradise Indochina Travel will pick you up from your hotel in Hanoi’s Old Quarter or your location to begin the tour. Enjoy the scenic views of the rural areas along the way.

Temple of Literature & National University - Depart from the hotel to visit Vietnam’s first university, the Temple of Literature. Established in 1076, Quoc Tu Giam was founded within a temple to educate Vietnam’s royalty, mandarins, and elite members.

Ho Chi Minh’s Mausoleum - Visit the mausoleum of Ho Chi Minh, the historic father of modern Vietnam, and his modest stilt house. (Sites are viewed from outside; closed on Mondays, Fridays, and from October to November.)

One Pillar Pagoda - Explore One Pillar Pagoda, one of Vietnam’s most iconic temples. Legend says it was built following a dream by the fatherless emperor, where Avalokiteshvara presented him with a son on a lotus flower. Emperor Ly Thai Tong commissioned the pagoda to resemble this lotus flower, a Buddhist symbol of enlightenment. Inside, a richly gilded statue of Quan Am is at the main altar. After completion, followers came daily to give thanks and support the emperor, praying for a long and successful reign. Today, the concrete pillar supporting the wooden pagoda replaces the original, which was destroyed.

Old Quarter - Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant in Hanoi’s Old Quarter.

Tran Quoc Pagoda - Visit the picturesque West Lake and its sixth-century Tran Quoc Buddhist Pagoda, the oldest in Hanoi with over 1,500 years of history.

Vietnam Museum of Ethnology - The museum provides an excellent overview of the customs and habits of Vietnam’s 54 ethnic groups, showcasing unique cultural features. Artifacts include clothing, jewelry, weapons, musical instruments, religion, beliefs, and spiritual activities. The museum details traditional Vietnamese life, from religious events to symbolic rituals, offering a rich cultural tapestry. The exhibition hall features everyday objects, a research center, library, and auditorium. The outdoor area displays full-scale replicas of Vietnamese homes, with attention to architectural styles in tranquil gardens. Traditional water puppet theater and calligraphy are also on display.

Lake of the Restored Sword (Hoan Kiem Lake) - Hoan Kiem Lake in Hanoi is a peaceful retreat from the city’s hustle and bustle. The lake surrounds Ngoc Son Temple, a pagoda on a small island. The temple honors 13th-century military leader Tran Hung Dao, known for his bravery against the Yuan Dynasty. Homage is also paid to scholar Van Xuong and Confucian master Nguyen Van Sieu. The island, known as Jade Island, is accessible by the iconic Huc Bridge, a charming scarlet-painted wooden bridge. The pagoda is guarded by two towering posts with Chinese writing. The lake and temple are famous spots in Hanoi to relax and enjoy the view.

Old Quarter - The tour concludes at 16:30, and you will be dropped off at your hotel.

Hanoi - Ninh Binh (Hoa Lu, Tam Coc, Mua Cave) - Hanoi

Old Quarter - At 8:00 am, a tour guide and car from Paradise Indochina Travel will pick you up from your hotel for the Ninh Binh trip. Enjoy the beautiful rural scenery along the way.

Hoa Lu Temples of the Dinh & Le Dynasties - Visit Hoa Lu, home to temples dedicated to Emperor Dinh Tien Hoang of the Dinh Dynasty (968-80) and Emperor Le Dai Hanh of the Le Dynasty (980-1009).

Ninh Binh - Have lunch at a nearby restaurant in Ninh Binh town.

Tam Coc - Continue with a 2-hour boat ride in Tam Coc, with opportunities to photograph the villages and landscapes.

Mua Caves - Arrive at Mua Cave and embark on a trek up Ngoa Long mountain to view the spectacular rice valley and natural scenery.

Old Quarter - Return to Hanoi by bus, and the driver will drop you off at your hotel.

Hanoi - Sapa - Trekking Lao Chai - Ta Van Village

Old Quarter - Between 6:30 am and 6:45 am, you will be picked up from your hotel in Hanoi’s Old Quarter to depart for Sapa. The journey takes about 5 hours on the new expressway.

Lao Chai - Travel on the expressway to Lao Cai, enjoying views of terraces from the bus. Arrive in Sapa at noon and have lunch at a local restaurant.

Giang Ta Chai Village - In the afternoon, embark on a 4-hour trek to visit Lao Chai, Ta Van, and Giang Ta Chai villages, exploring local ethnic minority activities and admiring the natural scenery with terraced rice fields. Visit Sapa’s ancient rock formations with engraved images.

Muong Hoa Valley - Explore unique ancient patterns and admire the picturesque bridge over the Muong Hoa valley.

Ta Van Village - After visiting Ta Van village, return to Sapa. Enjoy leisure time for the rest of the day and overnight at the hotel.

Sapa - Have dinner at the hotel and enjoy leisure time for the rest of the day, staying overnight at the hotel.

Trekking Cat Cat - Sin Chai Village - Transfer Back to Hanoi

Cat Cat Village - In the morning, have breakfast at the hotel and check out. Walk 3 km southwest of Sapa to visit Cat Cat Village of the Black H’mong, a well-known ethnic village. Relax at the waterfall and the remains of a hydroelectric power station built by the French during colonial times.

Sin Chai Village - Enjoy a picnic lunch by the river, then continue trekking 3 km to Sin Chai Village, located at the foot of Fansipan peak, “the roof of Indochina,” where you can enjoy stunning mountain landscapes.

Old Quarter - Return to the main road for a jeep transfer to Sapa town, 3 kilometers away. Around 15:00 - 15:30, a limousine bus will pick you up for a 5-hour transfer back to Hanoi.

Hanoi - Halong Bay - Overnight on Cruise

Old Quarter - After breakfast at the hotel, depart for a 2.5-hour drive to Halong Bay. Arrive at Halong City’s jetty and complete check-in formalities.

Tuan Chau International Marina - After a welcome on board, enjoy lunch while cruising towards the bay. Halong Bay is a UNESCO World Natural Heritage site and one of the New 7 Wonders of the World.

Ti Top Beach - Ti Top Beach is the island’s main highlight, shaped like a crescent moon. Though smaller than other beaches, it captivates visitors with its quiet, airy atmosphere and breathtaking landscape. With pristine white sand, clear water, and small waves, it’s ideal for swimming. During summer, it becomes even more beautiful and is worth visiting to cool off. After swimming, enjoy fresh seafood specialties under the sky and sunshine.

Halong Bay - The cruise stops in a quiet area for overnight anchoring. Enjoy dinner on the boat and rest in a comfortable cabin.

Halong Bay - Sung Sot Cave - Hanoi

Halong Bay - Early risers can witness a memorable sunrise over Halong Bay’s karst formations. Breakfast is served shortly after.

Sung Sot Cave - Known as “Surprise Grotto,” Sung Sot Cave is one of Halong Bay’s largest and most beautiful caves, a highlight of many itineraries. Located on Bo Hòn Island, it is one of Ha Long Bay’s finest and widest grottoes. The path to the grotto is covered by trees and foliage, with great paved stone blocks. Inside, it is divided into two chambers, the first resembling a wide theater hall. Stalactites hang from the high ceiling in various forms and shapes. The French named it “Grotte des Surprises” or “Surprise Grotto.” Visitors must climb 50 stairs to the grotto’s mouth, 25 meters above the sea.

Halong Bay - Enjoy brunch as the vessel cruises slowly through the magnificent rock formations back to port.

Old Quarter - Upon arrival at the harbor, you will be picked up for transfer back to Hanoi. Drop off at your hotel. The tour concludes at 15:30.

Hanoi Departure

Noi Bai International Airport - Enjoy leisure time before departure. Note that hotel check-out time is at 12:00. Late check-out can be arranged, subject to room availability, with an additional fee.

End of services with transfer to the airport. We hope to see you again in the future!

• English speaking guide
• Transportation
• All entrance fees
• Lunch
• Dinner
• 3 Star hotels (twin/double/triple sharing)
• Breakfast

• Tips/Gratuities

Uncover a part of North Vietnam where striking landscapes and age-old history meet. Journey from the contemporary capital to Hoa Lu, the former capital, and feast your eyes on ancient artifacts. Embark on a trek and interact with the Hmong community and other minority villagers during a hill tribe outing in Sapa. Discover the limestone karsts and rice fields of ‘Halong on land’, before setting sail to the actual Halong Bay on a boat. This tour offers excellent value as it showcases the region’s main attractions, while providing ample flexibility for an unforgettable adventure.

• Private transfer round trip Airport - Hotel - Airport
• Private cabin on cruise; hotel room in Hanoi and Sapa
• Hanoi Day Tour; Ninh Binh Day Tour; Sapa Program joining group with others
• In case group size from 10 people, you will have private services for all day tour itineraries

If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.