Sapa & Halong Bay Combo Tour in 6 Days

Your guide picks you up from your hotel in Hanoi’s Old Quarter to start a city highlights tour with a small group.

Your first stop is Tran Quoc Pagoda, Hanoi’s oldest Buddhist temple, peacefully set by West Lake. Built in the 6th century, it's a calm and spiritual spot to begin the day.

Visit the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, then stroll the grounds to see the simple stilt house where “Uncle Ho” lived. Nearby is the unique One Pillar Pagoda — a tiny wooden temple built on a single stone pillar, shaped like a lotus flower.

Dive into Vietnam’s rich ethnic diversity at this modern museum. You'll learn about the customs, costumes, and homes of 54 ethnic groups across the country.

Walk through Vietnam’s first university, originally built in 1070. The quiet courtyards and ancient stone steles give you a glimpse into the country’s Confucian roots.

End your city tour at Hoan Kiem Lake and visit the small red bridge leading to Ngoc Son Temple, dedicated to the hero Tran Hung Dao.

The group tour wraps up with drop-off back at your hotel in the Old Quarter.

After an early breakfast, board a comfortable limousine bus for the scenic 5.5-hour drive to Sapa. There are a couple of short breaks on the way, mainly for rest and refreshments.

After lunch in Sapa town, meet your local guide and start your trek. Hike down to Cat Cat village and cross a suspension bridge over the Muong Hoa River. The trail takes you through bamboo forests and up to mountain viewpoints with sweeping views of rice terraces.

Start the day with breakfast and mountain views, then trek uphill toward the Red Dao village of Giang Ta Chai. Stop by a waterfall and visit a local home to learn about Red Dao traditions.

Have a relaxed lunch at a family-run restaurant before returning via a different trail and hanging bridge.

A minibus takes you back to Sapa town where you’ll catch the limousine bus to Hanoi. Expect to arrive back at your hotel in the evening.

After breakfast, a shared limousine or shuttle bus takes you to Halong Bay. The drive takes about 3.5–4 hours, with a short rest stop halfway.

Arrive at the port, check in, and board your boat. Settle into your cabin and enjoy a Vietnamese lunch while cruising into Bai Tu Long Bay — a quieter, less touristy area of the bay.

Hop into a kayak to explore Cap La Island, with time for swimming or just relaxing on the deck afterward.

Back on board, join the sunset party, then enjoy a set dinner. You can try squid fishing, join a puzzle game, or just unwind with a drink under the stars.

After breakfast, take a smaller boat to explore this peaceful floating village. Meet locals and learn how life works on the water.

Return to the main vessel and enjoy a hot lunch while cruising deeper into Bai Tu Long Bay.

Spend the afternoon swimming, kayaking, or just lounging onboard. If weather allows, you may also pass by Thay Cave.

As the boat anchors for the night, enjoy another hearty Vietnamese meal and some downtime on deck.

Start your day with Tai Chi on deck, followed by breakfast. Then explore Thien Canh Son Cave—tucked away inside a jungle-covered island. Afterward, join a cooking demo back on the boat.

Have an early lunch on board as the boat cruises back to Halong Port.

Your driver will take you back to Hanoi by mid-afternoon. Tour ends upon arrival—either at your hotel or the Old Quarter drop-off point.