HA NOI – SAPA – HALONG BAY

Tan Trinh Travel’s team will warmly welcome you at the airport arrival gate, train station, or bus station, ensuring a friendly and comfortable experience from the very first moments. After that, you will be assisted with hotel check-in procedures (standard check-in time is from 14:00). Once settled, you can relax and enjoy free time to explore Hanoi at your own pace.

After breakfast at the hotel, depart from Hanoi to Sapa Town by modern expressway. The journey takes about 5–6 hours. 13:00 – 13:30: Arrive in Sapa. Guests check in to the hotel and take time to rest. After lunch, enjoy a short break before the afternoon tour: •Cat Cat Village: Visit a traditional H’Mong village and learn about local daily life, culture, and customs. Enjoy beautiful mountain views and take photos. •Tien Sa Waterfall: Visit the waterfall, learn about traditional handicrafts such as weaving and silver making, take photos, and enjoy a local cultural performance at the old hydroelectric station area. In the evening, enjoy dinner at a local restaurant. After dinner, guests have free time to explore Sapa at night, including: • Sapa Stone Church, located in the town center. • Sapa Love Market (Saturday night only) or enjoy local grilled food and San Lung rice wine in the cool mountain weather. Overnight in Sapa.

After breakfast at the hotel, guests have time to relax, enjoy the fresh mountain air of Sapa, and savor a cup of hot coffee. The vehicle and tour guide take the group to the Fansipan Cable Car Station to begin the journey to Fansipan – the “Roof of Indochina” by a modern three-cable system, one of the most advanced cable cars in the world. From above, guests can enjoy breathtaking views of majestic mountains and floating clouds. From the upper station, the group continues to visit: • Thanh Van Dac Lo (Heaven’s Gate): A scenic pathway among the clouds, offering a magical atmosphere. • Bich Van Zen Monastery: A Vietnamese-style temple located at over 2,000 meters above sea level, appearing gently through the mist. • Amitabha Buddha Statue: A 21.5-meter-high bronze statue located at the 3,000-meter mark, creating a peaceful and spiritual setting. The journey continues with: • Arhat Path: Featuring 18 bronze Arhat statues leading to Kim Son Bao Thang Pagoda, an ancient wooden temple complex dating back to the 15th–16th centuries. Guests can offer incense, visit the Guanyin Bodhisattva statue, and enjoy the quiet natural surroundings, especially beautiful during the spring rhododendron season. After climbing more than 600 stone steps, guests reach the summit of Fansipan at 3,143 meters, where they can admire the magnificent panoramic views of the Northwestern mountains and capture memorable photos. After completing the Fansipan experience, the group returns to Sapa Town, checks out of the hotel, enjoys lunch, and takes a short rest. In the afternoon, the vehicle transfers the group back to Hanoi, where guests check in at the hotel and relax. Overnight in Hanoi.

After breakfast at the hotel, guests check out. The vehicle transfers the group to Ha Long Bay, with a travel time of about 3.5 hours. Upon arrival at Tuan Chau Marina – Ha Long, guests complete boarding procedures and take a tender boat to the main cruise. On board, guests are welcomed with a complimentary drink, receive a safety briefing, check in to their cabin, relax, and enjoy the beautiful scenery of the bay. As the cruise begins exploring Ha Long Bay, guests enjoy a fresh seafood lunch and traditional Vietnamese dishes prepared by experienced onboard chefs. In the afternoon, the cruise stops at a beautiful area of the bay for: • Kayaking, exploring the unique karst limestone landscapes. • Swimming, jumping into the sea, or relaxing in the clear blue water. (The cruise does not stop at crowded beaches, offering a more private and peaceful experience.) • Guests may also relax on the sundeck to enjoy panoramic views of the bay and take photos. Guests then take part in: • A Vietnamese cooking class on board, learning how to make traditional fried spring rolls. • A sunset party, enjoying fresh fruit, soft music, and a romantic atmosphere on the bay. In the evening, guests enjoy a special fusion-style dinner, carefully prepared and beautifully presented by the cruise chef. After dinner, guests have free time to relax or enjoy the facilities on the cruise. Overnight on the Ha Long Bay cruise. Notes: • The cruise itinerary may vary depending on the cruise. • Meals on board are mainly continental-style cuisine.

After waking up, guests enjoy a peaceful morning on the cruise and join a Tai Chi session on the sundeck. In the fresh and open atmosphere of Lan Ha Bay, gentle movements help relax the body and refresh the mind, creating a positive start to the day. After breakfast, the cruise continues the journey to explore: • Lan Ha Bay: one of the most beautiful and quiet bays in Northern Vietnam, famous for its emerald-green water, impressive limestone islands, and unspoiled natural scenery. • Dark & Bright Cave: a unique natural attraction with stunning cave formations, where light and shadow blend together to create a magical landscape. Guests can explore the cave by bamboo boat or kayak for a closer experience. After completing the bay exploration, the cruise returns to the harbor. Guests disembark and transfer by vehicle back to Hanoi. Upon arrival in Hanoi, guests check in at the hotel (or return to their accommodation) and enjoy free time to relax, walk around the city, or go shopping. In the evening, guests are free to discover local cuisine and experience the lively atmosphere of Hanoi at night.

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel, followed by free time for leisure and shopping until check-out time. Transfer to Noi Bai International Airport for your departure flight. Farewell and thank you for traveling with us. We look forward to welcoming you again in the future. End of the program.