Sapa Trekking and Halong Bay by Bus 5-Day Full Tour 2025

Accomodation
Cruise
Flights
Meals
Private car
Sightseeing
Tour guide
Visa

Included destination(s): Sapa, Y Linh Ho Village, Lao Chai Village, Ta Van Village, Cat Cat Village, Sin Chai Village, Halong Bay

Start from: $299 /person

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About the Tour

This 5-day tour will take you to the best two tourist destinations of Vietnam: Sapa and Halong Bay. You will have the chance to experience both the wonders of Vietnamese mountainous and oceanous areas. When in Sapa, you will join a trekking tour that takes you through the stunning natural landscape. After that, a bus-trip to Halong Bay will bring you to the summer breeze of the sea that can swipe away all the hustle and bustle of the busy life. Being one of the most popular tour’s destinations, this trip would help you connect with many other likeminded people from all around the world. What are you waiting for? Let’s go!

Highlights

Visit hot spots in Northern Vietnam with several activities like light walking, photography, minority village markets, etc.
Trek through appealing Muong Hoa Valley and many tribal villages in Sapa: Y Linh Ho, Lao Chai, Ta Van, Cat Cat, Sin Chai.
Explore unique local culture of ethnic minorities and meet lovely people.
Indulge in the tranquil atmosphere of Halong bay and admire breath-taking limestone karsts and islands of various sizes.
Spend time relaxing, and refreshing between wonderful natural landscapes.

Detailed Itinerary

DAY 1

HANOI – SAPA - CAT CAT, SIN CHAI VILLAGE ( - / L / -)

06:30 – Our sleeping bus will pick you up at 160 Tran Quang Khai Street to start your journey to Sapa.
13:00 – Arrive in Sapa and have lunch at a local restaurant.
14:30 – Begin a 3 km walk to explore Cat Cat – Sin Chai village, home to the H’mong people. Discover the hydropower station, Cat Cat waterfall, and traditional crafts like weaving and silver carving. Walk back to Sapa (4 km).
Evening – Free time to explore Sapa at night.
Overnight at a 3-star hotel.
Trekking distance: 7 km.

DAY 2

SAPA - Y LINH HO, LAO CHAI, TA VAN (B / L / D)

08:30 – After breakfast and check-out, trek 12 km to Y Linh Ho village, known for its stunning 100-year-old rice terraces.
Continue to Lao Chai village for a lunch break.
Afternoon – Head to Ta Van village, where a local Giay family will welcome you for an overnight homestay. Enjoy cooking and dinner with them.

DAY 3

TA VAN, GIANG TA CHAI (B / L / -)

Morning – Enjoy breakfast with pancakes, tea, or coffee while admiring the rice terrace views.
Trek through a bamboo forest and past a waterfall to Giang Ta Chai village.
Stop for a picnic lunch before returning to Sapa by car or minivan.
14:00 – Arrive in Sapa.
15:00 – Shuttle to the bus office for your journey back to Hanoi. Drop-off at Tran Quang Khai Street.
Overnight at a 3-star hotel in Hanoi.

DAY 4

HANOI – HALONG BAY – CALYPSO CRUISE (B / L / D)

08:00 – Shuttle bus pickup from your Hanoi Old Quarter hotel.
12:15 – Board Calypso Cruise from Tuan Chau Wharf, enjoy a welcome drink, and check-in.
Lunch while cruising through Ha Long Bay, with beautiful views of Lan Ha Bay.
15:00 – Explore Dark and Bright Cave by sampan or kayak.
Swim in the sea or sundeck pool.
17:30 – Happy hour with discounted drinks and sunset views.
18:00 – Cooking class with the chef.
19:00 – Dinner on board.
20:30 – Relax, watch movies, sing karaoke, or go squid fishing.
Overnight on the cruise.

DAY 5

LAN HA BAY – CAT BA ISLAND – HANOI (B / L / -)

06:30 – Start your day with Tai Chi on the sundeck.
07:00 – Breakfast.
08:00 – Kayak around Tra Bau or swim.
09:00 – Return to the cruise for a shower and check-out.
10:00 – Early lunch on board.
11:30 – Disembark at Tuan Chau Wharf.
15:30 – Arrive back at your Hanoi Old Quarter hotel.

Inclusion

Transportation:

Transfer round-way Hanoi – Sapa – Hanoi by sleeper bus, single cabin (1 person/cabin)
Transfer in Sapa area by minivan if any
Transfer round-way Hanoi – Halong – Hanoi by shared Limousine

Accommodation:

2 nights in Sapa (1 night at a 3* hotel, 1 night at a homestay), 2 people/room
1 night in Hanoi at a 3* hotel, standard room (2 pax/room)
1 night in Halong Bay at 4* Cruise, Deluxe cabin (2 pax/room)

Others:

English-speaking tour guide
Entrance fees and activities
Meals as indicated, B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner

Exclusion

Suggested TIPPING for local guide and van driver: 5 USD/ pax/ day (Guide USD 3/pax/day + Driver USD 2/pax/day)
International flights & domestic flights
Early check-in or late check-out: check-in time 14:00/check-out time 12:00
Hotel in Day 5
Visas and All international airport tax
Travel insurance
Optional tours
Personal expenses: Tel, Fax, Mini Bar, Laundry, etc.
Holiday surcharge at X-Mas & New Year Eve
Compulsory Gala Diner on 24 & 31 Dec 2022 (if any)
Drink & Beverage in meals
Upgrade meals, Addition Meals
Suggested TIPPING for bellboy, boat crew, sampan driver: depend on your budget.
Other services not mentioned above
Value-added tax (VAT): 8% (It’s not compulsory. If paying by bank transfer to company account, this tax is required; if paying via credit card: no require)

General Terms & Conditions

Please be aware that any changes in the itinerary due to unforeseen circumstances might result in increase in pricing.
The itinerary and schedule are subject to change due to weather, road condition, flight, type of class and operating conditions.
Guests should advise any special food preferences, allergies or dietary requirements at least one (1) week prior to the arrival date.
The itinerary and schedule are subject to change due to local traffic situations, weather conditions or any un-foreseen circumstances or local authority decision. Local tour operator reserves full rights to replace all items with same values for guests
TRAVEL SAFETY & COMFORTABLE JOURNEY will be priority for tourists.
NO refund can be made if any of the items included in the package are not utilized either fully or partially.
Any damage caused to the hotel rooms or coach during the stay shall be payable by the passengers.