Classic Vietnam with Sapa 8 Days
Vietnam 8 Days 7 Nights

Classic Vietnam with Sapa 8 Days

8 Days 7 Nights Hanoi → Ninh Binh → Sapa → Halong Bay → Danang → Hoi An $734 net / pax

A classic 8-day north-and-centre tour: Hanoi, Ninh Binh, Sapa, an overnight Halong Bay cruise, Danang, Hoi An and Ba Na Hills.

Overview

A classic 8-day north-and-centre tour: Hanoi, Ninh Binh, Sapa, an overnight Halong Bay cruise, Danang, Hoi An and Ba Na Hills.

Trip Highlights

  • Hanoi city tour and Old Quarter
  • Hoa Lu and Trang An sampan ride
  • Sapa Cat Cat village and Fansipan cable car
  • Overnight Halong Bay cruise
  • Golden Bridge and Ba Na Hills
  • Hoi An Ancient Town and lantern ride

Day-by-Day Itinerary

1

Arrival in Hanoi - PM City Tour (D)

Day 1 of 8

Met at Noi Bai International Airport and transferred to your hotel. City tour: the Ho Chi Minh Complex (Mausoleum from outside), the former stilt-house residence, the One Pillar Pagoda and the Temple of Literature (Vietnam's first university, 1070), then a cyclo ride through the Old Quarter and around Hoan Kiem Lake.

Di er at Indian restaurant.

Overnight in Hanoi.

B2B tip:

Indian di ers included, lead with this for the market. Sell early check-in as a paid add-on for early arrivals.

2

Hanoi - Hoa Lu and Trang An - Hanoi (B, D)

Day 2 of 8

Drive to Hoa Lu and the Dinh and Le Temples, then a three-hour sampan ride at Trang An.

Di er at Indian restaurant.

Overnight in Hanoi.

B2B tip:

Trang An (UNESCO) over Tam Coc gives better scenery, brief clients on the customary rower tip.

3

Hanoi - Sapa by Shuttle Limousine - PM Cat Cat Village (B, D)

Day 3 of 8

06:45-07:00 by shuttle limousine to Sapa, arriving ~12:15. At 14:00 trek to Cat Cat village and Y Linh Ho village (Black Hmong) through Hoang Lien National Park.

Di er at Indian restaurant.

Overnight in Sapa.

B2B tip:

Moderate trek on dirt trails, flag fitness. Cold and misty Jan-Mar, advise warm layers.

4

Sapa - AM Fansipan Cable Car - Hanoi (B, D)

Day 4 of 8

08:00 to the Fansipan cable car and the peak of Fansipan, the Roof of Indochina. 15:30 shuttle limousine back to Hanoi, arriving ~21:15-21:30.

Di er at Indian restaurant.

Overnight in Hanoi.

B2B tip:

Summit funicular is a paid extra for non-climbers, quote up front. Very late arrival, plan next-day pickup after 08:00.

5

Halong Bay - Overnight on Cruise (B, L, D) - Group Tour

Day 5 of 8

08:00 pick-up and 2.5h drive to Halong Bay (UNESCO). Board the cruise, lunch, visit a fishing village, the floating school and pearl farms, sunset and seafood di er.

Overnight on the cruise.

B2B tip:

Confirm meal preferences 48h ahead; request bay-view cabins early on group cruises.

6

Halong Bay - Hanoi - Flight to Danang (B, Brunch, D) - Group Tour

Day 6 of 8

Tai Chi, breakfast and a limestone cave visit. Brunch on board, transfer to Noi Bai Airport and flight to Danang

Di er at Indian restaurant.

Overnight in Danang.

B2B tip:

Book Hanoi-Danang flight from 17:00 to absorb cruise delays. Domestic flights excluded.

7

Danang - Golden Bridge & Ba Na Hills - Evening Hoi An (B, D)

Day 7 of 8

08:00 drive to Ba Na Hills by one of the world's longest cable cars. Visit the Golden Bridge, Le Jardin D'Amour (9 gardens) and Linh Ung Pagoda, then the French Village and Fantasy Park. 15:00 return to your hotel.

15:00 transfer to Hoi An Ancient Town and the 400-year-old Japanese Covered Bridge and a lantern sampan ride.

Di er at Indian restaurant.

Overnight in Danang.

B2B tip:

Long combined day, offer a private-vehicle comfort upgrade. Hoi An after dark is the highlight.

8

Danang Free & Departure (B)

Day 8 of 8

Free time until transfer to Danang Airport for your departure flight.

B2B tip:

For late flights, offer a paid day-use room after checkout.

Inclusions & Exclusions

What's Included

  • All pick-ups and transfers by private vehicles with experienced drivers
  • Accommodation in Twin/Double share with daily breakfast
  • Experienced local English-speaking guides for sightseeing and excursions
  • Meals as indicated in the programme
  • All entrance fees as mentioned in the programme
  • VAT and all other taxes
  • Round trip transfers Hanoi - Sapa and Hanoi - Halong by shared shuttle
  • 1 night on a cruise boat in Halong Bay
  • Round trip cable car tickets for Fansipan Peak and Ba Na Hills + Golden Bridge

What's Not Included

  • Entry e-visa to Vietnam (US$30 per person, 5-7 working days)
  • International flights and airport taxes
  • Travel Insurances
  • Drinks and personal expenses not mentioned in the program
  • Bank transfer fee (US$10 per transfer)
  • Compulsory tipping for guide and driver: 2-5 pax US$5/pax/day; 6-9 pax US$4/pax/day; 10 pax up US$3/pax/day
  • Domestic flight: Hanoi - Danang
  • Alpine Coaster, Wax Museum, Wine Cellar, Film 10D and some games at Ba Na Hills

Group Pricing

Group Size Net Rate / Pax
4 Pax $734

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Classic Vietnam with Sapa 8 Days customizable?

Yes. The itinerary, hotels, routing, and pacing can be adjusted to fit your client's travel style, budget, and departure preferences.

What standard of hotels are included?

The package is typically quoted with carefully selected mid-range or upscale hotels. Upgrades to premium or luxury categories can be arranged on request.

Can the departure city be changed?

Yes. This package can be quoted from Hanoi and other major gateways, subject to airfare and availability.

Are internal flights included?

Internal flights are not included by default unless specified in the final quotation or inclusions list.

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