Overview

Embark on a captivating 5-day 4-night journey through Hanoi and Sapa, two stunning locations in Northwest Vietnam. Start in the bustling city of Hanoi, where you’ll dive into its rich history and enjoy its exquisite cuisine. Then, head to Sapa and visit the quaint Cat Cat Village and ascend the impressive Fansipan Peak. Feel the excitement of crossing the spectacular Rong May Glass Bridge. Finish your adventure with more exploration in Hanoi before saying goodbye to this incredible area. This itinerary offers a magical mix of wonderful culinary experiences, cultural exploration, and stunning scenery.

Itinerary

Day 1: Hanoi Arrival (-/L/-)

Upon arrival at Noi Bai International Airport, pick up & transfer to local restaurant for lunch with CHA CA (Vietnamese turmeric fish with dill & spring onion served w. shrimp sauce/fish sauce & fresh vermicelli) at local restaurant.
After lunch, visit the Museum of Ethnology, Hoan Kiem Lake & Hanoi Old Quarter.
Dinner on your own account.
Overnight in Hanoi.

Day 2: Hanoi - Sapa - Rong May Glass Bridge (B/L/-)

Morning start the scenic 5-hour drive to Sapa. Enjoy the landscape of the Red River countryside and have a short break on the way. On arrival, have lunch at local restaurant.
Later, visit Rong May Glass Bridge Adventure Entertainment Complex. 2-way elevator & Skywalk are included.
Dinner on your own account.
Overnight in Sapa.

Day 3: Sapa - Fansipan Peak - Cat Cat Village (B/L/D)

After breakfast at hotel, take you to the Cable Car Station where you get on a 20-minute cable car to Fansipan. Enjoy the spectacular scenery during the ride. Upon reaching the altitude of 2,800 meters, you have a good time to view to Sapa and take photos. You also have chance to visit a pagoda and trek up to 600 steps to reach the peak of Fansipan – the Roof of Indochina. Then come back to the Cable Car Station and return to Sapa town.
After that, trek downward Muong Hoa valley to Cat Cat village, discover the daily life of Black Hmong tribe. Continue to the beautiful waterfall, then back to Sapa town.
Salmon/Sturgeon hotpot dinner at local restaurant.
Overnight in Sapa.

Day 4: Sapa - Hanoi (B/L/-)

After breakfast at hotel, visit Sapa Market with a lot of local products. Then transfer back to Hanoi.
On arrival in Hanoi, savoring 7 Authentic Vietnamese dishes and Hanoi delicacies (spring roll, Vietnamese bread, rice paper roll, egg coffee or similar drink, …).
After lunch, visit Bat Trang Pottery Museum with multi-faceted curves which impress visitors from the very first steps. The first floor is the check-in space, and also a place for displaying ceramic products and organization of events. The museum is considered a traditional house, preserving and introducing all the cultural values of the Bat Trang ceramic village to visitors.
Dinner on your own account.
Overnight in Hanoi.

Day 5: Hanoi Departure (B/-/-)

Breakfast at hotel.
Free at leisure until transfer to airport for the departure flight.
End of services.

Accommodation

Hotel category	Hanoi	Sapa
3*	Minasi Premium Hotel or similar	The View Hotel or similar
4*	Flower Garden Hotel or similar	Sapa Charm Hotel or similar
Better 4*	The Q Hotel or similar	Sapa Legend Hotel or similar
5*	Apricot Hotel or similar	KK Hotel or similar

Rates

Validity: 1 Jan – 31 Dec 2024 (Except for Peak Season)

Price (in USD per pax)	2 pax	3 – 5 pax	6 – 9 pax	10 – 15 pax	15 + 1 pax	20 + 1 pax	25+1 pax	30+2 pax	Single Supplement (in USD per pax)
3*	582	459	340	307	287	285	271	266	84
4*	612	488	369	336	317	312	297	293	106
Better 4*	626	504	384	351	331	322	307	303	125
5*	743	620	505	473	463	458	443	439	242
Tip for guide & driver (in USD per pax)	25	25	20	20	15	15	15	15	NA
Add-on services: Trishaw ride in Hanoi Old Quarter: USD 5/pax Electric car in Hanoi Old Quarter: USD 3/pax Water Puppet Show: USD 5/pax DIY pottery product at Bat Trang Pottery Museum: USD 3/pax

Important Info

*Note: Since the big busses from 35 seaters & above are not allowed to go inside Sapa town, the smaller bus/van/car will be used in Sapa.

Policy for children

Child under 2 years old sharing room with two (2) adults without extra bed: Free of charge
Child from 2 – under 12 years old sharing room with two (2) adults without extra bed: 50% of charge
Child from 2 – under 12 years old sharing room with two (2) adults with extra bed: 75% of charge
Child under 12 years old sharing room with one (1) adult: 90% of charge
Child from 12 years old and above: 100% of charge

Inclusions/Exclusions

Inclusion

Hotel in twin/triple sharing room basis with daily breakfast
Private transfer by air-conditioned vehicle as itinerary
Meals as indicated
Complimentary mineral water on tour (2 bottles/pax/day)
Entrance fees and excursions
MATTA gift: 1
Round trip cable car to Fansipan Mt.
English/Chinese speaking guide
1 – 2 FOC based on twin share (group from 16 pax)

Exclusion

Travel Insurance
Visa fee
International & domestic air tickets
Personal expenses
Funicular to & from Fansipan peak (USD 6.5/pax/way up; USD 5/pax/way down)
Compulsory Tip for guide & driver (Collect from company)
Others not mentioned nor specified above
Surcharge for public holidays if any (30 Apr – 1 May 2024, 31 Aug – 2 Sep, 24 Dec, 31 Dec)