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highlight of the north, 10 DAYS
Highlights of the North ,  Vietnam  Travel Package Tours Booking Hotels in Hanoi, Sapa, Bac Ha, Hoa Lu, Tam Coc, Hai Phong, Halong Bay                                                                 Travelling around the north of Vietnam we explore Hanoi charming town and see many hill tribe people in different market in remote area of Sapa. This exciting trip also encompasses the great pilgrimage site of Perfume Pagoda, Hoa Lu ancient capital plus an boat excursion through the stunning limestone landscape. You drive across the Red River Delta to Halong Bay for a full day cruise around this wonder and make stop to visit the craft village of Bat Trang.
 
ITINERARY FOR THIS TRIP

Day 1: Arrival - Hanoi (D)
You are warmst welcomed by our guide on arrival at Noi Bai Airport. The capital of Vietnam, Hanoi is a stylish and gracious city that retains an unique old world charm and some Asia's most striking colonial architecture. We enjoy a Cyclo Ride through the bustling old quarter streets named after the specific goods once offered for sale at these places after that you are served dinner with vietnamese cuisine. O/N in Ha Noi.

Day 2 : Hanoi Full Day City Tour - Train To Sapa (B,L)
Depart from hotel, today we spend a full day exploring the charming Hanoi City.
• The first stop is Ho Chi Minh Complex containing the mausoleum of the nation's founder Ho Chi Minh, the Presidential Palace and the Ho Chi Minh's house on stilts. Close to this complex is the
One Pillar Pagoda, whose origins date back to the foundation of city.
Temple of Literature, which is well known as the first university of Vietnam and the History Museum with an excellent collection of artifacts illustrating the Vietnamese history.
Ethnologic Museum. Afterwards we drive back to the town center, stopping at the Tran Quoc Pagoda and Quan Thanh Temple. They are some major highlights set by the beautiful West Lake.
Hoan Kiem Lake with its sacred temple. In front of this lake is the famous Water Puppet Theatre where we will see a fantastic performance. At 20h00 PM transfer to train station for next destination Sapa. O/N on Train

Day 3: Arrival in Sa Pa - Lao Chai - Tavan (B,L)
Arrival to Sapa Train Station at 5hAM, Welcome tour group at Lao Cai railway station and transfer to Sapa, high in the Hoang Lien Range of Mountain, check in hotel. Breakfast or brunch is served before trekking from hotel to Lao Chai (Black H'mong Tribe). Lunch on footpath, near Lao Chai bridge and then trek through Ta Van village (Giay Ethnic Minority). Return to hotel by Jeep. In Evening you have more time to explore ethenic life and enjoy Lover Market, where gathering for ethnic couples in dating. O/N in Sa Pa. (B)

Day 4: Sa Pa - Cat Cat Village - Sliver Water Fall - 4 Hours Trekking (B,L)
After breafast in hotel, Trekking to 2 villages Catcat and Sinchai Village to visit the H'mong, hydro power station and the waterfall. Walk up back to Cat Cat where to catch jeep back to Sapa. The guide will introduce some hand products around sapa shop. You have nice gif for friends but not spend too much money on these. O/N in Sapa.

Day 5 : Sa Pa - Bac Ha ( Annual Market on Sunday) (B,L)
Upon leaving Sa Pa we set off on a rough but scenic drive through the border town of Lao Cai to Bac Ha. This remote hill town is a world famous site with the lively and colourful Sunday market. There are various ethnic minority groups including Dao, Phu La, La Chi and Tay but the dominants are the Flower Hmong people. These ethnic minorities are recognisably distinct from each other by their dress and come in town for trade on every Sunday. On arrival we stroll around this colourful congregation to see the different hill tribe groups and their amazing trading way. Today we have time to explore the surrounding areas on a walking tour past Hmong King’s former residence and Ban Pho Village where they make the potent local maize alcohol. O/N in Bac Ha.

Day 6: Bac Ha - Sapa - Train Back To Hanoi (B,L)
The colourful market will be left behind as we leave Bac Ha for Hanoi and drive through the verdant and rugged mountain scenery. Once reaching Yen Bai Town we again cross the Red River and travel following the river bank towards Hanoi. These back roads are a great way to explore the real Vietnam. We see very few other travellers, mostly rural dwellers who are just as interested in finding out about our lives as we are of theirs. Along the way we can make stop as we please, to simply stretch our legs and catch some wonderful shootings of peaceful villages, lush vegetation as well as farmers at work. At 5hAM, you will meet our guide and driver at Train Station for next destination Halong. O/N on Train

Day 7 : Hanoi - Halong (Join Group Tour) (B,L,D)
8.30: Shuttle bus will pick up for a drive to Halong Bay. On the way, we stop for refreshment and photos.
2.30: Boarding. Welcome drink is served.
13.00-14.30: Lunch is served while cruising through Halong Bay. Roam around the labyrinth of the Bay through the Fighting Cock, Canh Buom, and stop for swimming then go for visiting Sung Sot Cave (The Sudden Surprise).
18.30: Docking for overnight.
19.30: Dinner is served. Overnight on the Junk. O/N on board

Day 8 : Halong - Hanoi (Join Group Tour) (B)
08-09.30: Buffet breakfast while cruising back to Halong wharf and visit Fire Island, Dinh Huong Island, floating village.
10.30: Luggage pulls out. Clear all bills.
11.30: Arrive at the pier. Time to say Goodbye.
12.00 - 16h00: Shuttle bus will take you back to Hanoi. O/N in Ha Noi.

Day 9: Hanoi - Perfume Pagoda (B,L)
Departure at 8h00. The bus to pick you up at hotel and take 2 hours road trip. Then you take row-boat trip to go visit that land on the Yen stream "romantic time" about 1 hour to Thien Tru harbour. Then you will enjoy time to trekking go up and down visit the main cave so nice, step by step you will arrive Huong Tich Cave on the top of the mountain. To see Golden-Silver tree, rice stuck....One hour down. Have lunch at bottom mountain in restaurant beside.
After lunchtime, you will see the Heaven Kitchen Pagoda and to know about Buddhism ancient architectural at Le Dynasty. Then you will come back by row-boattrip and 2 hours road trip to Hanoi and arrive at about 18h00. O/N in Hanoi.

Day 10: Hanoi - Departure (B)
There is a free time to relax and explore Hanoi. The trip ends after transfer to Noibai Airport for departure.

 
highlight of the north -  ( Valid until 31 Dec.,2008 )
Group Size Standard Class First Class Superior Class Deluxe Class
1 Pers. US$1,158 US$1,289 US$1,700 US$1,836
2 Pers. US$601 US$669 US$882 US$963
3 - 6 Pers. US$497 US$565 US$778 US$859
7 Pers. & up US$358 US$426 US$639 US$720
Single room sup US$118/pers US$175/pers US$354/pers US$422/pers
Full board sup US$133/pers US$146/pers US$160/pers US$172/pers
INCLUDED : +Transportation in private air-conditioned vehicle with driver + Accommodation: twin sharing room at mentioned hotels or similar one + English or French speaking guide + Entrance fee to indicated sights + Meals as indicated : B = breakfast, L = lunch, D = dinner + Water puppet show + Cyclo trip + Boat trip in Perfume Pagoda, Tam Coc and Halong Bay
 
EXCLUDED : Other meals, tip, drinks, airport tax, single room supplement, personal expenses, travel insurance, visa, flight in / out of Vietnam, any optional additional tours or activities during free time, surcharge for peak season, local holiday days and gala dinner

LIST OF HOTELS USED ON THIS TRIP
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STANDARD CLASS FIRST CLASS SUPERIOR CLASS DELUXE CLASS
Hanoi
Ats Hotel (ROH), Chain First Eden Hotel (ROH), Hong Ngoc Hotel (ROH), Bao Khanh Hotel(ROH) or similar Hoa Binh Hotel (ROH), Galaxy Hotel (ROH), Sunny Hotel (ROH) or similar Guonman Hotel (ROH), Sunway Hotel (ROH), Zephyr Hotel (Sup.room), Hanoi Hotel   or similar Melia Hotel (Del.rom), Sofitel Plaza Hanoi Hotel (Del.rom) Nikko Hotel (ROH), Hilton Hanoi Opera Hotel   or similar one
Sapa
Aubarge Dang Trung(new building), Chau Long Hotel   or similar one Bambo Green Hotel , Sapa Hotel   or similar one Victoria Sapa Hotel   or similar one Victoria Sapa Hotel   or similar one
Hai Phong
Bach Dang Hotelor similar one Huu Nghi Hotel , Tray Hotel   or similar one Harbour View Hotel   or similar one Harbour View Hotel or similar one
Halong
Halong Post Hotel , Asean Halong Hotel , Bach Dang Hotel  or similar one Halong 1 Hotel (ROH), Saigon Halong Hotel , Halong Bay Hotel (ROH) or similar one Heritage Halong Hotel (ROH), Halong Dream Hotel (Sup.room) or similar one Saigon Halong Hotel (Del.room), Halong Plaza Hotel (Sup.room) or similar one
Hotel Notes
 

VIETNAM IS A DEVELOPPING COUNTRY WHOSE INFRASTRUCTURE MAY DIFFER FROM WHAT YOU EXPECT FROM YOUR HOME LAND. THE ROAD CONDITIONS ARE POOR AND THE ACCOMMODATION MAY BE BASIC IN REMOTE AREAS
THE DRESS STANDARDS ARE CONSERVATIVE THROUGHOUT ASIA. LOOSE , LIGHTWEIGHT, LONG CLOTHING ARE ALL RESPECTFUL AND COOL IN ASIAN HOT CLIMATE. IN ADDITION TO YOUR ITEMS OF PERSONAL CLOTHING, WE SUGGEST YOU TO BRING TRAINER OR SNEAKER SHOES, JACKET FOR COLD WEATHER, TORCH/FLASH LIGHT, HAT, RAIN COAT FOR WET SEASON, SUN CREAM, SUNGLASSES, DAYPACK, TOILETRIES AND SMALL TOWER, INSECT REPELLENT.
THE ITINERARY IS CORRECTED AT THE TIME OF VIEWING. OCCASIONALLY, THE PROGRAMME CHANGES AS WE MAKE IMPROVEMENT STEMING FROM OUR PAST TRAVELLERS' COMMENTS AND OUR OWN RESEARCH OR DUE TO LOCAL CONDITIONS OR CIRCUMSTANCES BEYOND OUR CONTROL. THIS INCLUDES FESTIVAL, PUBLIC HOLIDAYS, WEATHER AND FLIGHT DELAY,.. THAT MAY EFFECT THE ITINERARY.
THE TRIP INCLUDES SOME MEALS AS MENTIONED AT THE ITINERARY HOWEVER OUR GUIDE WILL BE ON HAND TO ADVISE YOU AS FAR THE AVAILABLE RESTAURANTS WHERE YOU CAN ENJOY LOCAL FOOD AT YOUR OWN BUDGET. THE MEAL COST IS ALL DEPENDING ON YOUR CHOICE OF EATING PLACE. THE PACKAGE TOUR WITH FULL BOARD MEAL IS ARRANGED UPON REQUEST .
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