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A great chance to discover the northern highlights of
Vietnam, the five day vacation will take you from the
World heritage of Ha Long Bay to the quiet mountains of
Sapa. Cruise Halong Bay on a junk, Savour delicious food
on deck, Swim amid stunning karst scenery, Explore Sapa
hilltribe villages and mingle with colourful ethnic
minorities. This trip does it all...
Tour highlights:
? Junk cruise in the World Natural Heritage Site of
Halong Bay
? Enjoy fabulous seafood meals on board, swim in the
warm crystal clear water
? Trek through the spectacular scenery of Sapa mountain
? Visit hill-tribal Montagnards.
ITINERARY
Day 1 Halong Bay Cruise, overnight on board cruiser
 This morning we take a 4 hour drive to Halong Bay. On
arrival we board our deluxe junk, this traditional
wooden sailing junk boat offers a unique way of
navigating the limestone karsts of Halong Bay with all
the comforts of a motorised, floating hotel. Once
settled in, you start your cruise round the majestic
Halong Bay, while enjoying a delicious lunch. After
lunch you have the chance to explore some of the
limestone caves dotted around the bay. Then, the captain
will find a secluded spot where you can swim in the
clear water of the bay, soak up the sun on the top deck.
In the evening the cook prepares a sumptuous meal as the
boat weighs anchor in the heart of the bay.
Day 2 Halong Bay Cruise ? Hanoi ? Overnight train to
Sapa
Rising to the tranquil beauty of the bay we have time
for an early morning dip or enjoy a morning view of the
Bay's landcapes with a cup of tea. The boat keeps
cruising to float fishing village for you to have a look
of local people lives on water. We enjoy brunch on board
and around midday we will return to the main harbor
before transferring to our awaiting vehicle for your
journey back to Hanoi. We should be back in Hanoi at
around 5 pm.
In the evening we board our overnight train for Lao Cai.
We travel in air-conditioned comfort in our soft sleeper
cabins!
Day 3 Short trekking to Lao Chai ? Ta Van villages
The train arrives in Lao Cai at about 6:00 am where our
guide will welcome you. Look for the sign bearing your
name when you exit the train station. We have breakfast
in a local restaurant and then take a morning drive
through the clouds by car to Sapa (about 1 hours).
At an elevation of 1500 meters, Sapa was founded in the
early years of the last century as a hill resort for
French administrators in summer time. Just soak up the
fresh climate by spending our time wandering this famous
hill town. The ethnic people are frequently seen on the
main street of Sapa and small vendors along the street
selling local textiles and handicraft
After breakfast at a local restaurant our guide will
pick you up for a short walk along buffalo paths and
trails through several hill tribe villages of Lao Chai
and Tavan, home to H'mong, and Dzay people. This is a
absolutely spectacular walk through stunning scenery
inhabited by some of the friendliest people you can
meet. The remainder of your day is at leisure to explore
this fascinating hillside town
Day 4 Cat Cat village, overnight train back to Ha Noi
Wake up in Sapa, breakfast at the hotel then enjoy some
exercise with a walk to Cat Cat Village, set in a
beautiful valley just outside Sapa. Cat Cat is home to
the H'mong people who originated from China about 3,000
years ago. The H'mong people are easily recognisable by
their dark blue or black clothing, dyed using the juice
of indigo plants, which are native to the area. H'mong
women wear long aprons with embroidered waistcoats and
have their hair rolled up into a turban-like hat, while
the men wear black skullcaps, long waistcoats and loose
trousers.
In the afternoon we depart for the Lao Cai train
station. We have dinner here before boarding the night
train to Hanoi.
Day 5 Hanoi
Early arrival in Hanoi by 5:00 am. Please find your own
way to your hotel, a taxi normally costs you a set of 3
USD.
Tour ends.
Tour Includes:
- Accommodation with daily breakfast
- Meals as per the itinerary
- Transportation as described in the itinerary
- Tours and excursions as described in the program
- Local English speaking tour guide
- Entrance fees and permits where applicable during
guided time
Tour does not include:
- Pre & post trip arrangements in Hanoi
- Transfers beyond the itinerary
- Entrance fees and permits during free time
- Personal expenses such as: Telephone, laundry, and bar
bills.
- Food & drinks not mentioned within the itinerary
- Tips & Personal expenses
- Travel insurance
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Number of passengers |
Price per person in USD |
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2-4 |
388 |
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5-10 |
275 |
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