Arrive at Ha Noi Bai International Airport, welcome by our guide and transfer to your hotel. The transfer distance is approximately 40 minutes. 

Hanoi or “River-bound City” as its name literally means is Vietnam’s capital with a thousand-year-old history dating back to 1010. The city’s fascinating beauty which is characterized by unique cultural relics, ancient streets of antique houses, elegant French colonial buildings, tree-lined boulevards and romantic lakes has made it one of the most charming cities of Asia.

Overnight stay in Hanoi.

After breakfast at the hotel, depart for Sapa, a picturesque town nestled in the Hoàng Liên Son Mountains.

Perched at an elevation of 1,600 meters, Sapa offers travelers stunning panoramas of terraced rice fields, mist-shrouded mountains, and vibrant ethnic minority communities packed into a living tapestry of local heritage. From cascading green valleys, to raw natural beauty, Sapa is truly one of Vietnam’s most picturesque destinations.

Enjoy the scenic drive through the lush countryside and winding mountain roads. Upon arrival, check in at the hotel and spend the rest of the day at leisure, exploring the town at your own pace.

Overnight stay in Sapa.

After breakfast at the hotel, proceed for a guided Sapa city tour.

Sapa is a renowned trekking destination, offering breathtaking views of terraced rice fields in Muong Hoa Valley. It is home to various ethnic hill tribes, including the Hmong, Tay, and Dao communities.

Next, visit Cat Cat Village, a charming settlement known for its traditional wooden houses, H’mong culture, and stunning landscapes. Stroll through its narrow paths lined with local handicraft stalls, and witness the serene beauty of Tien Sa Waterfall. Experience the local way of life and admire the surrounding mountainside rice terraces.

Later, enjoy a Fansipan Funicular Ride, offering spectacular views of the highest peak in Indochina, Fansipan Mountain.

Return to the hotel and relax for the evening.

Overnight stay in Sapa.

After breakfast at the hotel, check out and transfer back to Hanoi.

Enjoy a scenic drive through the countryside as you return to the capital city. Upon arrival, check in at the hotel and spend the rest of the day at leisure, exploring Hanoi’s vibrant streets, local markets, and cultural attractions.

Overnight stay in Hanoi.

After breakfast, check out from the hotel and transfer to Ha Long Bay, which is about 160 km or 3.5-hour drive away.

On the way, you will see some rural areas of the Red River Delta with plenty of chances to take photos of Vietnamese farmers working in paddy fields. Stop half way to visit a handicraft workshop of fine clothes and embroidered paintings.

Upon arrival in Ha Long City, aboard your cruise ship and proceed for check-in. Start cruising while having lunch on board and enjoy the mighty bay view.

Ha Long Bay meaning Descending Dragon Bay in Vietnamese as legend has it that it was where a holly dragon landed down from sky. The bay, famous as one of the world’s wonders and heritage sites whose formation dates back 500 million years, consists of around 2,000 karst islands and islets scattered over an area of 1,553 km2. The bay cruise will continue with up close sighting of Dinh Huong Island, Ga Choi Island, Dog Island, Sail Island, a visit to Sung Sot Cave and swimming stop at Titov Beach. Relax to enjoy the bay view at sunset, have dinner after, go fishing and spend a night on board.

Overnight stay on cruise in Ha Long Bay.

In the morning, refresh your body and mind with a Tai Chi exercise on the sundeck at the break of dawn.

Have tea and coffee onboard and continue exploring Ha Long Bay sailing across its 2000 islets and visiting some of its major highlights. Normally, check out at 09:30, have a buffet brunch while cruising back to shore.

Afterwards, check out and disembark from the cruise and transfer back to Hanoi airport to catch a flight to Danang. Upon arrival, check in at our hotel there.

Overnight stay at Danang.

After breakfast at the hotel, proceed for a full-day sightseeing tour at Ba Na Hills, pass the sea-shore on Nguyen Tat Thanh Street, one of the most beautiful roads of Da Nang City and Red Beach, where the French first landed in Da Nang.

Arrive at the Cable car station at the foot of Ba Na Mountain. Enjoy the first leg of the Cable car, which achieved two Guinness World Records in 2009 for being the longest (5,042m) and highest (1,292m) non-stop cable car. Experience pristine ecological systems of the Ba Na Mountains will leave you with a sense of unforeseeable discovery.

Here, step on Golden Bridge which stands 1,400m above sea level in the Ba Na hills. It extends over the treetops from the edge of a leafy cliff face offering tourists uninterrupted views of the majestic landscape beneath. Visit Le Jardin, old wineries, remains of French Villas and Ling Ung Pagoda with 27m high Buddha status.

Next take the second cable car to visit the top of the mountain and see the remains of old villas. View the whole Da Nang city under the cluster of white clouds. Leave Peak of Chua Mountain, visit the trail of Dreaming Stream, Rainbow Waterfall, Suspension Bridge, Golden Valley, and the ruined Opera House.

Afterwards, transfer to Hoi An and check-in at the hotel there. Overnight stay at hotel in Hoi An.

After breakfast, proceed for sightseeing tour to Lady Buddha Pagoda, a serene Buddhist sanctuary offering panoramic views of the coastline.

Continue to Dragon Bridge, an architectural marvel that breathes fire and water on weekends. Explore Apec Park, known for its artistic sculptures and lush landscapes, and visit the charming Pink Church, an iconic French Gothic-style cathedral. Conclude the city tour with a stop at Han Market, a bustling local marketplace ideal for shopping and experiencing Vietnamese culture.

Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before departing for Hoi An.

Upon arrival, embark on a walking tour of Hoi An Ancient Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Stroll through its well-preserved streets lined with traditional wooden houses, ancient temples, and vibrant markets. In the evening, experience the magical lantern boat ride, where you can release floating lanterns onto the Thu Bon River, creating a picturesque scene.

Overnight stay at the hotel in Danang.

After breakfast at the hotel, proceed to the airport for your flight to Saigon.

Upon arrival at Saigon airport, meet our representative and transfer to your hotel for check-in. Spend the rest of the day at leisure, exploring the city at your own pace or relaxing at the hotel.

Overnight stay at the hotel in Ho Chi Minh City.

After breakfast at the hotel, start the day with visit to the Cu Chi Tunnels, a major underground hideout and resistance base of Viet Cong forces during the two wars against the French and later on Americans.

The tunnels are entirely hand-dug, formed a highly intricate network of interlinked multilevel passageways at times stretched as far as the Cambodian border and totaling over 120 km in length. Its complexity was beyond imagination containing meeting rooms, kitchens, wells, clinics, schools, depots, trenches and emergency exits all aimed for guerrilla warfare.

After the tunnel tour, we shall visit the War Remnants Museum, which features an extensive collection of exhibits including weaponry, photos and documentation on Vietnam’s wars with the French and Americans. After that, we will visit Ben Thanh Market, a lively market in District 1, a bustling destination that’s popular with tourists due to its central location. You can browse its wide selection of goods before your tour ends with transportation back to your hotel or drop-off at another central location, if you wish.

Overnight stay at hotel in Saigon City.

After breakfast, check-out from the hotel and transfer to airport for departure flight.

Arrive home with pleasant memories of your Vietnam tour organised by State Express Global Voyages, which we are sure you will treasure for a lifetime.