Northern Vietnam Highlights: Hanoi – Ha Long Bay – Sapa – Fansipan 6 Days 5 Nights

420 $

Duration

6 Days 5 Nights

Tour Type

Group Tour

Transports

Car

Overview Tour

The Hanoi – Bai Dinh – Trang An – Mua Cave – Ha Long Bay – Sapa – Cat Cat Village – Fansipan tour lasts 6 days and 5 nights, operated as a group tour. This itinerary combines cultural exploration, natural landscapes, and mountain adventures across Northern Vietnam. Travelers will explore Hanoi city, visit the spiritual complex of Bai Dinh, experience a boat trip in Trang An, and climb Mua Cave for panoramic views. The journey continues with an overnight cruise in Ha Long Bay, followed by a trip to Sapa to explore Cat Cat Village and conquer Fansipan Peak by cable car. This tour is suitable for travelers who want a comprehensive experience of Northern Vietnam within a well-organized schedule.

Highlight

  • Explore Hanoi Old Quarter and famous landmarks
  • Visit Bai Dinh Pagoda, one of the largest spiritual complexes in Southeast Asia
  • Boat trip through Trang An and visit natural caves
  • Climb Mua Cave for panoramic views
  • Overnight cruise experience in Ha Long Bay
  • Visit Sung Sot Cave, Titop Island, and Luon Cave
  • Discover Cat Cat Village and local ethnic culture
  • Ride Fansipan cable car and reach the highest peak in Indochina

Brief Itinerary

Day 1: Noi Bai Airport – Hanoi
Day 2: Hanoi – Bai Dinh – Trang An – Mua Cave – Hanoi
Day 3: Hanoi – Ha Long Bay – Overnight Cruise
Day 4: Ha Long – Hanoi
Day 5: Hanoi – Sapa – Cat Cat Village
Day 6: Sapa – Fansipan – Hanoi

Detail Itinerary

Day 1: Noi Bai Airport Pick-up – Hanoi
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Pick up at Noi Bai Airport and transfer to hotel for check-in. Free time to explore Hanoi Old Quarter, visit Hoan Kiem Lake, The Huc Bridge, Tran Quoc Pagoda, Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, Temple of Literature

Optional cyclo tour or other transportation methods

Free dinner and explore local cuisine

Overnight in Hanoi Old Quarter

Northern Vietnam Highlights Hanoi – Ha Long Bay – Sapa – Fansipan 6 Days 5 Nights

Day 2: Hanoi – Bai Dinh – Trang An – Mua Cave
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Breakfast at hotel

07:00 – 07:30: Depart for Ninh Binh

10:00: Visit Bai Dinh Pagoda complex including Tam The Hall, Phap Chu Hall, Buddha statues and large bells

12:00: Lunch with local specialties

13:30: Boat trip at Trang An through caves and rivers

  • Visit Lam Cave, Vang Cave, Thanh Truot Cave, Dai Cave
  • Visit Cao Son Temple, Suoi Tien Temple, Vu Lam Palace

15:15: Visit Mua Cave

15:30: Climb Ngoa Long Mountain for panoramic view

17:00: Return to Hanoi

19:30: Arrive in Hanoi and free time

Overnight in Hanoi

Northern Vietnam Highlights Hanoi – Ha Long Bay – Sapa – Fansipan 6 Days 5 Nights

Day 3: Hanoi – Ha Long Bay – Overnight Cruise
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Breakfast at hotel

07:45 – 08:30: Transfer to Ha Long

12:00 – 12:30: Board cruise and check-in. Lunch while cruising through Ha Long Bay

14:00 – 14:30: Visit Sung Sot Cave

15:00: Visit Titop Island for swimming or hiking

17:30 – 18:00: Return to cruise, relax and enjoy sunset. Join cooking class or Happy Hour

19:30: Dinner on board

Evening activities such as squid fishing

Overnight on cruise

Northern Vietnam Highlights Hanoi – Ha Long Bay – Sapa – Fansipan 6 Days 5 Nights

Day 4: Ha Long – Hanoi
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06:15 – 07:00: Breakfast and sunrise viewing

07:00: Visit Luon Cave by kayak

09:30: Check-out

10:00: Lunch on board

11:30: Disembark and return to Hanoi

15:30 – 16:00: Arrive in Hanoi

Overnight in Hanoi

Northern Vietnam Highlights Hanoi – Ha Long Bay – Sapa – Fansipan 6 Days 5 Nights

Day 5: Hanoi – Sapa – Cat Cat Village
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Early breakfast and check-out

06:10: Transfer to limousine bus

09:30 – 10:00: Rest stop

12:30 – 13:00: Arrive in Sapa, lunch and check-in

14:30: Visit Cat Cat Village. Explore local life, visit waterfall and hydroelectric station

Take photos

Alternative: Visit Moana Sapa

17:30: Return to town

19:00: Dinner

Free time to explore Sapa

Overnight in Sapa

Northern Vietnam Highlights Hanoi – Ha Long Bay – Sapa – Fansipan 6 Days 5 Nights

Day 6: Sapa – Fansipan – Hanoi
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07:00: Breakfast at hotel

08:00: Transfer to Fansipan cable car station

  • Cable car ride with views of Muong Hoa Valley and Hoang Lien Son range
  • Climb 604 steps to summit
  • Take photos

Return by cable car

11:30: Return to town

12:00: Check-out and lunch

14:00: Return to Hanoi or airport

20:00: Arrival in Hanoi

End of tour

Northern Vietnam Highlights Hanoi – Ha Long Bay – Sapa – Fansipan 6 Days 5 Nights

Inclusions

Airport transfer and transportation
Limousine bus Hanoi – Sapa – Hanoi (no guide)
Vietnamese/English speaking guide
Meals: 7 main meals and 5 breakfasts
Entrance tickets
Kayaking at Luon Cave
Boat trip at Trang An
1 night on 5 Star cruise
3 nights hotel in Hanoi (3 – 4 Star)
1 night hotel in Sapa (3 – 4 Star)
Drinking water on car
Insurance

Exclusions

Guide on bus
Guide on Hanoi – Tuan Chau transfer
Single room
Drinks
Fansipan ticket: 850,000 VND/person
Electric car at Bai Dinh: 150,000 VND
Personal expenses
Tips
Flight/train tickets
VAT

For Children

👶 Under 5: Free
👶 5–under 9: 75%
👶 From 9: Adult price
👶 SURCHARGES: Airport pickup (1 guest): 200,000 VND

Price

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Travel Tips

  • Bring hat, umbrella, sunscreen, sunglasses, and comfortable shoes
  • Prepare swimwear for Ha Long Bay activities
  • Bring warm clothes for Fansipan due to low temperature
  • Carry valid ID or passport
  • Bring personal medicine if needed
  • Do not book return flights before 22:00
  • Keep personal belongings safe and follow instructions from tour guide

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