7D6N DISCOVER HANOI – HALONG – SAPA – TAM COC / NINH BINH (SIC – SEAT IN COACH)
Description
Itinerary
Price
Hotel
Remarks
Description
Overview
This 7-day itinerary takes you through the highlights of northern Vietnam, starting with your arrival in Hanoi and a day at leisure before embarking on a memorable overnight cruise in Halong Bay. Explore the stunning landscapes of Ha Long Bay with visits to caves, islands, and enjoy activities like kayaking, swimming, and cooking classes onboard. After returning to Hanoi, travel by night train to Sapa, where you’ll trek through picturesque villages, interact with local hill tribes, and experience the beauty of the terraced rice fields and waterfalls.
The journey continues with a visit to Ninh Binh, where you can explore ancient temples and enjoy a peaceful bamboo boat ride through Tam Coc, known as the “three caves.” After returning to Hanoi for shopping and sightseeing in the Old Quarter, the trip concludes with your departure back home. This itinerary offers a rich combination of natural beauty, cultural immersion, and local experiences, giving you a well-rounded exploration of northern Vietnam.
Included/Excluded
- Hotel accommodation in twin / triple sharing
- Transportation as above program
- Meals as indicated
- Local English-Speaking Guide
- Entrance fee where applicable for 1time only
- Drinking water on board
- International flight ticket
- Travel insurance
- Tipping for local guide and driver at RM25 per pax per day
- Personal expenses any not mentioned above
- Optional tour to Fansipan – RM 270/pax (2 ways Cable Car + 2 ways Muong Hoa Train)
Included
- Hotel accommodation in twin / triple sharing
- Transportation as above program
- Meals as indicated
- Local English-Speaking Guide
- Entrance fee where applicable for 1time only
- Drinking water on board
Excluded
- International flight ticket
- Travel insurance
- Tipping for local guide and driver at RM25 per pax per day
- Personal expenses any not mentioned above
- Optional tour to Fansipan – RM 270/pax (2 ways Cable Car + 2 ways Muong Hoa Train)
Itinerary
Day 1: Malaysia – Hanoi City Arrival
- Warm welcome by our driver upon arrival at Noi Bai International Airport (HAN).
- Transfer to your hotel for check-in.
- Check-in time is 14:00, early check-in subject to hotel confirmation upon arrival.
- The driver will wait for a maximum of 01 hour after the arrival flight.
- Rest of the day is free at your own leisure or you may choose to select some optional tours.
- Overnight in Hanoi City.
Day 2: Hanoi – Halong Bay Cruise Overnight (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner)
- Breakfast in the hotel.
- At 7:30 am, after breakfast, check-out from the hotel and depart for Ha Long.
- Upon arrival at Tuan Chau Marina, welcome aboard the cruise.
- Meet the captain and crew and enjoy a welcome drink as the crew provides information about life onboard.
- Check into your cabin and take some time to refresh and unwind.
- Savor a delectable lunch while cruising towards Ha Long Bay.
- Explore the Surprising Cave, one of the widest grottoes in Ha Long Bay, adorned with thousands of stalactites and stalagmites.
- Return to the cruise and visit Titop Island, where you can swim and climb to the top for the best view of Ha Long Bay in the summer.
- Continue cruising to a quiet area, enjoying the beautiful seascape along the way.
- Back on the boat, enjoy a Sunset Party on the sundeck followed by a Cooking Class.
- In the evening, dinner is served.
- Socialize with other guests, participate in board games, go squid fishing, or simply relax.
- Overnight on board in clean, air-conditioned rooms with private washrooms.
Day 3: Halong Bay – Hanoi – Night Train to Sapa (Breakfast/Lunch)
- 6:30 – 6:45: Have breakfast on board while the boat starts cruising to the Natural Preservation Zone.
- Enjoy kayaking to explore around the area of Luon Cave.
- Board the cruise again and take some time to refresh and relax before checking out. Bags can be left in the luggage store.
- Continue your cruise exploring the Bay, passing Ba Hang fishing village, Dog Islet, and more.
- Time for Lunch.
- Disembark at the harbor, Tuan Chau Marina, between 11:00 and 11:30.
- Return to Hanoi and free at your own leisure until 21:00 to board the night train to Lao Cai.
- Overnight on Night train (04 persons/cabin).
Day 4: Lao Cai – Cat Cat Village – Shin Chai – Sapa Town (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner)
- Pick up at Lao Cai station and transfer to Sapa, which is only 38 km from Lao Cai.
- Enjoy breakfast at a local restaurant.
- Begin a trek following the road down to the valley by steps for about 5 km.
- While walking, observe the H’mong villagers working on the paddy fields and their animals, such as chickens, water buffaloes, and pot-bellied pigs.
- Explore the old hydro-electric power station built during the French colonial period in the early 20th century.
- Visit a beautiful waterfall, which is a good place for resting.
- Continue walking to Sin Chai village, where you can see the lifestyle of the black H’mong people, including their weaving and dyeing cloth.
- Return to Sapa for overnight stay in Sapa Town.
Day 5: Sapa – Lao Chai – Ta Van – Lao Cai – Hanoi (Breakfast/Lunch)
- Enjoy breakfast at the hotel.
- Embark on a trek along buffalo paths and trails through several hill tribe villages, including Lao Chai and Ta Van.
- Encounter the Black H’mong and Dzay people in their homes and witness their daily lives.
- Experience stunning scenery along the trek, with the valley floor surrounded by multi-layered rice terraced fields.
- Transfer back to Hanoi by Limousine bus.
- Arrive at the hotel in Hanoi around 20:00 for overnight stay.
Day 6: Hanoi – Tam Coc (Ninh Binh ) – Hanoi (Breakfast/Lunch)
- Depart from Hanoi for Ninh Binh after breakfast, enjoying scenic views of rural areas along the way.
- Arrive at Hoa Lu around 10:00 and visit the two temples of King Dinh and King Le, dating back to the 10th century, and learn about their heroic histories in the Chinese Wars.
- Enjoy lunch before boarding a bamboo boat rowed by local people on the Hoang Long River to visit Tam Coc, also known as the “three caves.”
- Experience the tranquil beauty of the paddy fields along the way, especially if visiting Tam Coc in April or September.
- Return to the harbor for the bus transfer back to Hanoi.
- Enjoy free time for shopping at the Old Quarter and Dong Xuan market.
- Overnight stay in Hanoi City.
Day 7: Hanoi City – Malaysia (Breakfast)
- Enjoy breakfast at the hotel and then have free time at leisure.
- Check out from the hotel.
- Our driver will transfer you to Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) for your departure flight back home.
- End of service. Home Sweet Home.
Price
THIS TABLE BELOW SHOWS COST PER PERSON
| Hotel Category | Single Supplement | 2-15 People |
|---|---|---|
| 3 Star | MYR 870 | MYR 2340 |
| 4 Star | MYR 1030 | MYR 2510 |
| 5 Star | MYR 1660 | MYR 3130 |
Hotel
THIS TABLE BELOW SHOWS COST PER PERSON
| City | 3 Star | 4 Star | 5 Star |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hanoi | Cocochine Hanoi Hotel or Similar | Grand Conifer Hanoi Hotel or Similar | Grand Vista Hanoi Hotel or Similar |
| Halong Bay | Le Journey Cruise (4*) or Similar | Le Journey Cruise (4*) or Similar | Le Journey Cruise (4*) or Similar |
Remarks
- Rooms are subject to availability upon confirmation of the booking.
- Incidental charges will be on pax account.
- Itinerary is subject to change due to weather and traffic condition.
- Valid till September 2026.
- Child With Bed: 85% of land cost, Child No Bed: 55% of land cost
- Surcharge 20% on top of land cost for peak season
