DAY 1: HANOI – SAPA – CAT CAT VILLAGE. (Meals: Lunch/ Dinner)
08:00: Guests arrive at Noi Bai Airport. Upon arrival, APEC Tourist’s vehicle and tour guide will pick up the group and depart for Sapa via the Hanoi – Lao Cai Expressway, the longest and most modern expressway in Vietnam (250 km).
Guests will receive an introduction to the tourist attractions and regions they pass by and can rest on the bus.
12:00: Stop for lunch at a restaurant and rest before continuing to Sapa.
14:30: Arrive in Sapa town, check in at the hotel, and rest.
15:30: Visit Cat Cat Village – a picturesque village in the heart of the old town of Sapa, home to the H’Mong and Dao ethnic groups. Explore their unique culture through their colorful traditional clothing, suspension bridges, waterfalls, water wheels, and vibrant flower fields, offering visitors a unique experience in the oldest village in Sapa.
18:00: Enjoy dinner at a restaurant, then freely explore the town, visit Sapa Stone Church, and enjoy local specialties such as grilled pork, grilled eggs, and apple wine while interacting with the local ethnic people. Overnight stay at a hotel in Sapa. ANSIÍNH RỒNG MÂY
DAY 2: SAPA – CONQUERING FANSIPAN – DRAGON CLOUD GLASS BRIDGE (Meals: breakfast/ lunch/dinner)
06:00: Breakfast at the hotel.
07:00: Transfer to Sapa Station to experience the Muong Hoa mountain train (self-funded), leading to Fansipan Legend. The train ride passes through terraced rice fields, offering a scenic view of the Muong Hoa Valley and local life over a 2,000m journey.
Upon arrival at Fansipan Legend, take souvenir photos and proceed to the cable car station to conquer the 3,143m-high Fansipan Peak, known as the “Roof of Indochina” (self-funded). Pray for family blessings at Bich Van Thien Tu, walk over 800 stone steps to reach the peak, or enjoy a hot cocoa while taking in the fresh mountain air.
12:00: Enjoy a meal featuring fresh Northwest ingredients at a restaurant in Sapa town.
14:00: Visit Dragon Cloud Glass Bridge (self-funded), a newly developed tourist attraction in the White Waterfall – Heaven’s Gate eco-tourism area. The bridge, starting from O Quy Ho Pass, clings to the Hoang Lien Son Mountain at 1,000m above sea level, offering breathtaking views and an exhilarating experience.
15:30: In the afternoon, free time to explore Sapa.
18:00: Dinner at a restaurant, followed by free time to explore Sapa’s night market.
DAY 3: NINH BINH – BAI DINH PAGODA. (Meals: breakfast/ lunch/ dinner)
06:00: Early morning to admire the stunning sunrise over the Northwest mountains. Breakfast at the hotel.
07:00: Check out and depart for Ninh Binh.
12:00: Lunch at a restaurant en route.
14:30: Arrive in Ninh Binh, check in at the hotel, and rest.
15:30: Visit and offer prayers at Bai Dinh Pagoda – one of the most magnificent Buddhist architectural sites in Vietnam and Southeast Asia, holding multiple Guinness records.
16:00: Return to the hotel to rest.
18:00: Dinner at a restaurant, free time to explore Ninh Binh at night or relax at the hotel.
DAY 4: THUNG NHAM ECOTOURIST AREA – MUA CAVE (Meals: breakfast/ lunch/dinner)
06:00: Breakfast at the hotel.
07:00: Visit Thung Nham Ecotourism Area, a famous attraction in Ninh Binh known for its pristine beauty, unique caves, rivers, and diverse bird species. Attractions include:
Vai Gioi Cave: Comprising three levels, representing different realms – the underworld with stalactites resembling the cauldron of Meng Po and the throne of King Yama; the middle world with bustling rural market scenes; and the celestial realm with stalactites resembling Buddha and Guanyin.
But Cave: A 500m-long natural cave with rock formations resembling a seated Buddha. Visitors explore the cave by boat in complete darkness, guided by flashlight.
Moving Banyan Tree: A thousand-year-old tree in Thung Nham that has shifted along with an ancient temple.
Thousand-year-old Dui Tree: Linked to the legend of King Dinh Tien Hoang, who planted it on a large rock.
11:30: Enjoy a lunch featuring Ninh Binh’s mountain goat specialty.
13:30: Visit Mua Cave, known for its breathtaking panoramic views of Tam Coc and Ngo Dong River after climbing 500 stone steps.
18:30 Dinner at a restaurant in Ninh Binh and free time to explore the city at night.
DAY 5: HA LONG BAY – QUANG NINH MUSEUM. (Meals: breakfats/ lunch/ dinner)
06:00: Check out and have breakfast.
07:30: The tour guide will assist guests in boarding the boat to explore Ha Long Bay – a UNESCO World Heritage Site twice recognized for its geological, geomorphological, biodiversity, and aesthetic values.
11:30: Arriving at the Halong check-in lounge. After taken to the Halong cruise, you will be checked-in. While enjoying welcome drinks, you will be introduced the itinerary and safety briefing by Cruise Manager
13:00: You will have time to savor your delicious buffet lunch and enjoy the stunning views as the boat cruises towards the southeast of Halong Bay, passing Fighting- Cock and Finger Islet.
14:30 Hike to the top of Ti Top Island for stunning panoramic views of the Bay. After your hike, go for a refreshing swim in Halong Bay’s emerald waters or sip from a coconut in the shade. Also kayaking or bamboo boat to Luon Cave, where is beautiful view of the bay.
19:15: Delight in the shimmering atmosphere of thousands of stars while eating a fantastic, expertly prepared dinner. After dinner enjoy with squid fishing
DAY 6: HANOI. (Meals: breakfast/ lunch)
06:00 Warm up your day with a Tai Chi lesson on the sundeck with a breathtaking view as the sun rises on Halong Bay. Light breakfast is served at the restaurant. Your next stop is the magnificent Sung Sot Cave, one of the biggest caves in Ha Long Bay with beautiful stalactites. You will be surprised by the breathtaking panoramic view across the Bay once you exit the cave as well as the stalactites and stalagmites formed over millions of years which have taken on fascinating shapes. Back on board, you settle your bill, check-out and return to Tuan Chau Island. Brunch is served at the restaurant while the boat heads back to the harbor.
11:20: Check out the cruise
12:00: Transfer to a restaurant for lunch.
13:30: Depart for Hanoi and proceed to Noi Bai International Airport. The tour guide bids farewell and hopes to see you again on future trips.
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