Day 1: Hanoi Arrival
Welcome to Vietnam! Upon arrival at Noi Bai International Airport, your private guide and driver will meet you and transfer you to your hotel in Hanoi.
Hotel check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Early check-in is not included.
The remainder of the day is free to relax or explore Vietnam's charming capital at your own pace.
Overnight: Hanoi
Day 2: Hanoi – Tuyen Quang – Ha Giang
After breakfast, depart Hanoi for Ha Giang, Vietnam's northernmost province, renowned for its dramatic mountain landscapes and vibrant ethnic cultures.
Along the way, stop in Tuyen Quang to visit the historic Mac Dynasty Citadel, dating back to the 15th century, and browse a local market before continuing through picturesque valleys and winding mountain roads.
Arrive in a peaceful village in Ha Giang and check in to your accommodation. Spend the evening relaxing or exploring the surrounding countryside.
Overnight: Ha Giang
Day 3: Ha Giang – Dong Van
After breakfast, visit Kilometer Zero (Km0), the official starting point of National Highway 2 and a popular landmark in Ha Giang City.
Continue along the spectacular Sky Path, offering breathtaking views of limestone mountains and deep valleys.
Visit the historic Hmong King's Palace (Vuong Palace) in Sa Phin, once home to the influential Vuong family. Continue to Pao's House, a traditional Hmong residence that offers a glimpse into local culture and daily life.
Drive along the famous Nine-Turn Pass, one of the most scenic and challenging mountain roads in the Dong Van Karst Plateau Geopark.
Overnight: Dong Van
Day 4: Dong Van – Ma Pi Leng Pass – Nho Que River – Lung Cu – Yen Minh
After breakfast, explore Dong Van Market, one of the most famous ethnic markets in Northeast Vietnam.
Continue to the legendary Ma Pi Leng Pass, widely regarded as one of Vietnam's most spectacular mountain passes. Stop to admire the breathtaking views of Ma Pi Leng Canyon, one of the country's deepest gorges.
Take a scenic boat trip on the emerald Nho Que River, cruising through the magnificent Tu San Canyon, the deepest canyon in Southeast Asia.
Later, visit Lung Cu Flag Tower, marking the northernmost point of Vietnam. Climb to the summit for panoramic views across the mountains bordering Vietnam and China.
Return to Yen Minh for the evening.
Overnight: Yen Minh
Day 5: Yen Minh – Cao Bang
After breakfast, visit the local market before continuing along scenic mountain roads toward Cao Bang Province.
Enjoy a full day of spectacular landscapes featuring limestone peaks, lush valleys, traditional villages, and peaceful countryside.
Arrive in Cao Bang and spend the rest of the day at leisure.
Overnight: Cao Bang
Day 6: Cao Bang – Ban Gioc Waterfall – Nguom Ngao Cave
After breakfast, travel to the breathtaking Ban Gioc Waterfall, one of the largest and most beautiful waterfalls in Southeast Asia, located on the Vietnam–China border.
Continue to Nguom Ngao Cave, famous for its impressive limestone formations, colorful stalactites, and vast underground chambers shaped over millions of years.
Return to Cao Bang in the afternoon.
Overnight: Cao Bang
Day 7: Cao Bang – Lang Son – Hanoi
Today, travel through the scenic mountains to Lang Son, an important border province connecting Vietnam and China.
Along the journey, stop at traditional ethnic minority villages and admire the spectacular landscapes of Northern Vietnam.
Visit Tam Thanh Cave and Nhi Thanh Cave, two remarkable limestone caves featuring ancient temples and fascinating rock formations.
Continue to Hanoi, check in to your hotel, and enjoy the evening at leisure.
Overnight: Hanoi
Day 8: Hanoi – Sapa – Cat Cat Village
After breakfast, depart for the mountain town of Sapa, famous for its breathtaking rice terraces and colorful ethnic minority communities.
Hotel check-in begins at 2:00 PM.
In the afternoon, trek to Cat Cat Village, home to the Black Hmong people. Walk through terraced rice fields, visit traditional wooden houses, see local handicrafts, and admire the historic French-built hydroelectric station and nearby waterfall.
Return to Sapa Town to visit the iconic Sapa Stone Church and browse the local market.
Overnight: Sapa
Day 9: Sapa – Fansipan Peak
After breakfast, transfer to the Fansipan Cable Car Station for an unforgettable journey to Fansipan Mountain, the highest peak in Indochina at 3,143 meters above sea level.
Ride one of the world's longest cable cars before continuing by funicular to the summit. Along the way, admire giant Buddha statues, peaceful mountain temples, and panoramic views stretching across the Hoang Lien Son mountain range.
Return to Sapa in the afternoon.
Overnight: Sapa
Day 10: Sapa – Lao Chai – Ta Van – Giang Ta Chai
Today, enjoy one of Vietnam's most beautiful trekking routes through Muong Hoa Valley.
Walk among spectacular rice terraces while visiting the ethnic villages of Lao Chai, Ta Van, and Giang Ta Chai, home to the Black Hmong, Giay, and Red Dao communities.
Cross suspension bridges, discover ancient stone carvings, stroll through bamboo forests, and relax beside peaceful waterfalls before returning to Sapa.
Overnight: Sapa
Day 11: Sapa – Hanoi – Hanoi City Tour
After breakfast, return to Hanoi.
Hotel check-in begins at 2:00 PM.
In the afternoon, discover some of the city's most iconic landmarks.
Visit the Ho Chi Minh Complex, including Ba Dinh Square, Ho Chi Minh's Mausoleum (outside only), Ho Chi Minh's Stilt House, and the unique One Pillar Pagoda.
Continue to the famous Hanoi Train Street, where trains pass through a narrow residential neighborhood lined with cafés.
End the day with a relaxing cyclo ride through Hanoi's historic Old Quarter, offering an authentic glimpse into the city's vibrant street life and colonial architecture.
Overnight: Hanoi
Day 12: Hanoi – Departure
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before spending your free time at leisure until your private transfer to Noi Bai International Airport for your departure flight.