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Northern Vietnam: Hanoi, Sapa, Ha Giang & Ha Long Bay

Our journey explores Northern Vietnam, from vibrant Hanoi to the mountains of Sapa and Ha Giang, ending among the limestone islands of Ha Long Bay.

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Planning

Use this tour as a starting point and adapt it to your dates, pace, budget, hotels, and preferred activities.

Route outline

Day 1: Hanoi Old Quarter

Visit Hanoi's Old Quarter, cathedral area and Opera House surroundings.

Day 2: Hanoi Heritage Day

Spend the day with Hanoi's layered history, from Hoa Lo Prison and Ho Chi Minh's memorial sites to Confucian courtyards and a lotus-shaped pagoda.

Day 3: Cat Cat Village and Moana

Explore Cat Cat Village and Moana's mountain photo spots.

Day 4: Sapa and Fansipan

Reach the Roof of Indochina by cable car, with mountain views and cloud scenery.

Day 5: Discover Ha Giang

Travel through Ha Giang, Quan Ba's Twin Mountains and the pine forests of Yen Minh.

Day 6: Ma Pi Leng Pass

Travel through Ha Giang's mountain landscapes, from Yen Minh's pines to Dong Van's karst plateau, the Lung Cu Flag Pole and Ma Pi Leng Pass.

Day 7: Ha Giang and Dong Van

Explore Ha Giang’s dramatic mountain roads and ethnic villages before reaching Dong Van, a highland town surrounded by limestone peaks and rich local…

Day 8: Ha Long Bay - Fighting Cocks Islet

Cruise past Fighting Cocks Islet, visit Sung Sot Cave, kayak through Luon Cave and take in views from Ti Top Island.

Day 9: Ha Long Bay

Spend time on Ha Long Bay's emerald waters and limestone isles, with a visit to Luon Cave.