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Trip Snapshot
This "Northern Vietnam mountain adventure" trip will take you off the well-trodden path and into Vietnam's remote, mountainous north, which most visitors never get to see. Spend time among local hill tribes whose way of life hasn’t changed for centuries. Also, discover a new angle on key northern highlights. Begin your adventure in Hanoi, the first and current capital that ranks among the most photogenic cities in the world. Abundant greenery winds between grand buildings, museums, markets, and shops, unifying the town’s many different elements. You can mooch through the streets of the city. Historic charm, architectural marvels, and various products are splashed all over this area. Besides, the head talks with locals, who are always willing to share knowledge about their culture and traditional livelihoods. Then cycle through scenic rice fields. Then arriving in Vietnam's rural part in the beautiful Mai Chau valley. This corner of the Vietnam countryside is still untroubled by mass tourism and is a wonderful place to immerse yourself in nature. Hop on an overnight train from Hanoi to Sapa, nicknamed as ‘Tonkinese Alps’ by the French. Hiking to hill tribes villages and taking in the lush mountain views from Sapa’s majestic Silver Waterfall... Finally, as a reward for all the hard exploration, take the most scenic route to reach Halong Bay. The route takes you across the Red River Delta with emerald green rice paddies stretching for as far as the eyes can see. Additionally, enjoy an overnight cruise in Halong Bay, a unique UNESCO World Heritage Site, and one of the World's Wonders. Afterward, go back to Hanoi; this is the final point in the tour of exploring the melodies of Northern Vietnam mountains.
Trip Type:Tailor-Made
Fully customized trips designed around your unique interests and needs.
Travel Theme:Explorer Trips
Go off the beaten path and dive into real, raw adventure.
Departure City:Hanoi
End City:Hanoi
Operated in:English
Physical Difficulty:Easy
Travel Styles: Rural home stays · Indigenous culture · Visit markets · Culture & History · Meet local people.
Things you will do
Meet with a Vietnam War veteran and join a traditional cooking class on Ba Vi eco tour
Uncover majestic Mai Chau with its fantastic mountain landscapes
Experience the whole Sapa with its beautiful rice terraces and friendly people
Explore thousands of islands and karst formations of Halong Bay
Itinerary
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Day 1: WELCOME TO VIETNAM - HANOI ARRIVAL
Day 2: HANOI – BA VI ECO TOUR – MAI CHAU – IMMERSE INTO VIETNAMESE COUNTRYSIDE (B/L)
Day 3: MAI CHAU LEISURE DAY (B)
Day 4: MAI CHAU - TRANSFER TO HANOI (B)
Day 5: HANOI – TRANSFER TO SAPA BY PRIVATE CAR – VISITING TA PHIN VILLAGE
Day 6: TREKKING THROUGH THE RICE TERRACES – LAO CHAI – TA VAN –GIANG TA CHAI
Day 7: SAPA – TRANSFER TO HANOI (B)
Day 8: HANOI – HALONG BAY – OVERNIGHT ON CRUISE (B/L/D)
Day 9: HALONG BAY – HANOI (B/L)
Day 10: TIME TO SAY GOODBYE - HANOI DEPARTURE (B)
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