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10 Days Vietnam Tour with Sapa Trekking
The Best Vietnam Tour for the First-time Travelers
If it is your first time in Vietnam and you are a trekking lover, it is the best choice for you to explore classic Vietnam with the best trekking experience in Sapa, the trekking paradise in North Vietnam.
This 10 days itinerary starts from Hanoi, the capital of Vietnam. You will visit the city and surroundings, enjoy the famous Halong Bay cruise, and experience trekking through the rice terraces on the hills of Sapa. Then, you will head to Hoi An, once an important port in central Vietnam, where you can wander through the old alleys, explore the heritages of different cultures, and enjoy a cup of Vietnam coffee in a local café. Finally, you will visit Ho Chi Minh City, the former Saigon in southern Vietnam with a day trip to the nearby Mekong Delta, to see how the locals live on the water.
Travel Route: Hanoi - Sapa - Hanoi - Halong Bay - Hoi An - Ho Chi Minh City - Mekong Delta - Ho Chi Minh City
Day: 10
Best for: First-timers
Tour Type: Escorted private tour with personal tour guide and vehicle
Why Travel with Us
We Live in this Country:
The specialist who designs this trip have lived in this country for several years, in some cases, born here. Our first-hand knowledge will help you have an authentic experience, making the most of your vaction.
Worry-Free Planning:
We guarantee 100% deposite refund during the pandemic, and provide 24/7 emergency service during the trip.
Highlights
Explore Vietnam from the North to the South
Start from Hanoi and travel south to Ho Chi Minh City via Hoi An ancient town on the east coast of Vietnam to get a full view of this charming land.
Trek through the Rice Terraces in Sapa
Explore the north hill-villages in Sapa and enjoy a different mountain view of northern Vietnam as well as the unique ethnic culture of the local groups.
Enjoy a Halong Bay Cruise
Stay overnight on a cruise in Halong Bay, a UNESCO World Heritage Site near Hanoi, to fully enjoy the stunning natural beauty of the limestone islands, explore the caves, or simply go diving and swimming in the shimmering sea.
Step back in Time in Hoi An Old Town
Spend days in Hoi An Ancient Town to visit the exquisite architecture and experience the unique culture of the former international trading port of Vietnam, which is influenced by Chinese, Japanese, and European culture for centuries.
Tour Itinerary
Day 1: Hanoi Arrival
Welcome to Vietnam!
Upon arrival, our guide will meet you at Hanoi Noi Bai International Airport and take you to your hotel. The rest of the day is for you to take a good rest or have a leisure walk around to have a glimpse of the city.
Stay overnight in Hanoi.
Day 2: Hanoi to Sapa
Today you need to get up early to take a 5-hour driving from Hanoi to Sapa. You can enjoy the beautiful views of northwest mountains.
Arriving in Sapa at noon, you will check in at the hotel and take a rest or explore the surroundings at your leisure.
Stay overnight in Sapa.
Day 3: Sapa Day Tour
Today you will enjoy a full-day excursion to the north villages. First, you will visit Muong Hoa Valley. Form the top you can have a panorama view of the hilltop town. And then you will take a little trek through the terrace rice fields to get to a small village of Y Linh Ho hamlet, where the Black Hmong people live.
After visiting Y Linh Ho village, you will trek along the river to get to Lao Chai Village, where you can visit some local families to closely experience the local life style.
In the afternoon, you will move on the Ta Van Village to experience the local culture that is different from the other hill tribes.
After the tour, you will get back to Sapa Town.
Stay overnight in Sapa.
The Terrace rice fields in Sapa.
The Terrace rice fields in Sapa.Day 4: Sapa to Hanoi
In the morning, you will trek to Cat Cat Village at the foot of Fansipan Mountain. It is a small but bustling village where H’mong people live. You can visit local families and see how clothing being made in their traditional way.
Then, you will trek to Sin Chai to see traditional wooden houses built suring the indigenous Pumu tree.
After the tour, you will take a drive back to Hanoi.
Stay overnight in Hanoi.
Leisurely trek in Sapa.
Leisurely trek in Sapa.Day 5: Hanoi to Halong Bay (L,D)
After breakfast, you will transfer to Halong Bay, the spectacular World Heritage-listed site. You will board a traditional wooden junk boat and explore the jade waters studded with karst islands.
After lunch onboard, you will visit Trinh Nu Cave to see the stunning array of stalactites and stalagmites.
Then, you can go to swim or kayak as you like in the free time.
Stay overnight on a cruise in Halong Bay.
Enjoy the Halong Bay Cruise
Enjoy the Halong Bay CruiseDay 6: Halong Bay to Hoi An via Da Nang (B)
In the morning, you can joining a T’ai Chi class on the deck of the Junk boat. The time before we leave for the airport is your free time. You can enjoy a refreshing morning swim or take one last look at the Halong Bay.
In the afternoon, you will transfer to Hanoi airport for your flight to Da Nang. Our local guide will pick you up at Da Nang airport and drive you to Hoi An in about 1 hour.
Stay overnight in Hoi An.
Join in a T’ai Chi class on the deck.
Join in a T’ai Chi class on the deck.Day 7: Hoi An Tour
Today you will enjoy a full-day tour in Hoi An, the most atmospheric town in Vietnam. Strolling through the old town, you can get a close look at traditional Chinese, Japanese, and local Vietnamese architectures, experience the colorful local markets, and visit ancient temples.
You will visit the Chua Ong Pagoda, Chinese Assembly Hall, 200-year-old Tam Ky House, former merchants’ homes, and the 400-year-old Japanese Covered Bridge. Also, you can visit the colorful local markets to experience the local’s life.
Stay overnight in Hoi An.
Hoi An is the most atmospheric town in Vietnam.
Hoi An is the most atmospheric town in Vietnam.Day 8: Hoi An to Ho Chi Minh City
After breakfast, you will get to take a morning flight from Da Nang airport to Ho Chi Minh City, also known as Saigon.
Upon arrival, your local guide will meet you at the airport and send you to your hotel to check in and leave your luggage.
Then, you will head to Dong Khoi Area to explore the highlights of Ho Chi Minh City. You will walk to the Opera House and the former Hotel de Ville, visit the Notre Dame Cathedral and the Central Post Office, and wander up to the War Remnants Museum to gain a glimpse of the war.
Your last sight for today is the Ben Thanh Market, where you can deeply feel the lifestyle of the old Saigon.
Stay overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.
Notre Dame Cathedral is the top famous attractions in Ho Chi Minh City.
Notre Dame Cathedral is the top famous attractions in Ho Chi Minh City.Day 9: Side Trip to the Mekong Delta
Today, you will take a full-day trip to the Mekong Delta.
After breakfast, you will first take a drive to My Tho, the gateway of the Mekong Delta to visit a distinctive Vinh Trang Temple.
Then, you will head to My Tho and transfer into a motor boat for a cruise along the Mekong River. You will enjoy the landscape of the Mekong Delta and visit a local family on a small island to see how the local’s life is and taste the fresh fruits, honey tea, and honey wine with the family.
After your Mekong Delta tour, you will get back to Ho Chi Minh City.
Stay overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.
Vinh Trang is a Buddhist temple near My Tho.
Vinh Trang is a Buddhist temple near My Tho.Day 10: Ho Chi Minh City Departure
Say goodbye to Vietnam!
You are free to arrange your time before taking the scheduled transfer to the airport.
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Service Included
Private English-speaking tour guide Local transfers mentioned in the itinerary All entrance ticket fees for sightseeings listed in the itinerary Meals as specified in the itinerary
Hotel accommodation Governmental taxes Service Excluded
International flight to and out of Vietnam
Vietnam visa Lunches and dinners as not listed in the itineraryTips and gratitude to the guide and driver Personal expenses, like laundry, phone call, snacks, soft drinks, etc. Vietnam Travel Restriction
Since March 15, Vietnam has been fully open for inbound tourism. Self-isolation is no longer required for traveling to Vietnam. All you need is a valid Vietnam tourist visa and travel/medical insurance that includes COVID-19 cover.
Passport holders from the following 25 countries do not need to apply for a visa to travel to Vietnam.
Vietnam Visa-free Countries in Asia
Brunei & Myanmar - 14 days.
Japan & South Korea (ROK) - 15 days.
The Philippines - 21 days.
Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Singapore, & Thailand - 30 days.
Vietnam Visa-free Countries in Europe
Belarus, Denmark, Italy, Finland, France, Germany, Norway, Russia, Spain, Sweden, & The United Kingdom - 15 days.
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