Explore Hanoi, Sapa & Halong Bay in 6 Incredible Days

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6 Days/5 Nights From Hanoi
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Overview

Tour Map
Start/End: Hanoi/ Hanoi
Route: Hanoi - Halong bay - Sapa - Hanoi
Duration: 6 Days/ 5 Nights
Tour guide in: English

Trip Highlights

Overview of 6-Day Hanoi, Halong Bay, and Sapa Tour Package

Many of our customers arriving at Hanoi Airport around noon from Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand, Hong Kong, and Indonesia want to make the most of their 6-day vacation exploring the top attractions in northern Vietnam. To accommodate this, we have crafted a flexible 6-day tour package covering Hanoi, Halong Bay, and Sapa. This itinerary includes 3 nights in the historic city of Hanoi, 1 night on a 4-star cruise in the stunning Halong Bay, and 1 night in the picturesque and romantic Sapa.

Halong bay - Hanoi tour package

Halong bay’s floating village

Our 6-day Hanoi tour package for clients with the flights connected from Malaysia, Hong Kong, Singapore, Thailand, and Indonesia offers an unforgettable journey through Hanoi’s cultural and historical sites, Halong Bay’s UNESCO-recognized natural beauty, and Sapa’s cool climate, rich local culture, and breathtaking landscapes of mountains, valleys, and rice terraces.

Special Highlights of 6 Day Hanoi Package Tour to Hanoi, Halong bay & Sapa

  • Immerse yourself in Hanoi’s rich culture and history, and experience the warmth of its friendly people by visiting renowned attractions and engaging with locals.
  • Marvel at the stunning beauty of Halong Bay, often described as “heaven on earth,” and enjoy a memorable night on a Halong Bay cruise.
  • Witness the picturesque Red River Delta and the unique lifestyle of fishermen living in floating villages on Halong Bay.
  • Savor authentic local cuisine at local restaurants in Hanoi, Sapa, and aboard your Halong Bay cruise.
  • Take part in scenic trekking tours to explore the must-see attractions in Sapa.
  • Discover the vibrant cultures and daily lives of local ethnic groups, such as the Black H’Mong and Red Dao, in Sapa.

Itinerary

Welcome to Hanoi, Vietnam’s bustling colonial capital! Upon your arrival at Noi Bai Airport, our representative will be waiting at the arrival terminal, holding a sign with your name…………… following your flight number………& its landing time…….. They will greet you up and transfer to Hanoi city center.

Once you reach the heart of Hanoi, we will begin your tour to explore the city’s top attractions :

Hoan Kiem lake - Hanoi

  • Ho Chi Minh Complex: Discover the Presidential Palace, an excellent example of French colonial architecture, and visit the Ho Chi Minh House on stilts, where you’ll gain insight into the simple life of Ho Chi Minh, a key figure in Vietnamese history. Continue this visit with a stop at the One Pillar Pagoda, famous for its unique design and cultural importance.
  • Tran Quoc Pagoda: Visit Hanoi’s oldest pagoda, a significant Buddhist center in the capital.
  • Temple of Literature: Explore Vietnam’s first university, offering a fascinating glimpse into the country’s feudal education system and Confucian culture.
  • Hanoi Old Quarter: Stroll through the lively center of Hanoi, renowned for its narrow ancient streets filled with shops offering traditional goods.
  • Hanoi Train Street: End your day at this iconic spot. Relax at a cozy café, savor a cup of famous egg coffee or another beverage (at your own expense), and watch the trains pass by. It’s a great place for memorable photos and to soak in the local atmosphere.

Train Street Hanoi

After the tour, you’ll return to your hotel for check-in, with the rest of the evening free for you to enjoy at your leisure.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned car transfer with driver, English-speaking tour guide, Meal (L- lunch), entrance fees to mentioned visiting places, and double/twin room in 3*  Minasi Premium Hotel or a similar 

Today’s journey is to Halong bay – the must-see tourist destination in Vietnam.

  • 8h15 -8:30. Our car with driver will pick you up at the hotel ( please, be on time & ready at the hotel’s lobby) & takes 2.5 hour drive along Red River Delta on Hanoi – Halong Highway to Halong city.
  • 11:30 – 11:45 .You are ready at Halong International Habor ( Sun Group harbour- right in Halong city)
  • 12:15 Get on the cruise by tender. Check-in, enjoy welcome drinks and cruise briefing
  • 13:00 Enjoy lunch while cruising to magnificent Ha Long Bay, and admire the fascinating formations on the way
  • 14:45 Luon cave – kayaking or bamboo boat. Luon cave excursion on bamboo rowing boat by locals or kayaking. This is one of the must-do activities in the bay.

Cruise Halong bay

  • 16:00 Titop Island – Climbing, Beach & Swimming. Your next stop is Titop Island with its famous crescent moon-shaped beach and tranquil beautiful blue waters. Viewing Halong Bay from the peak of Titop Island is another not-to-be-missed activity.
  • 17:00 – 18:30 Enjoy the best moments of the day at sundeck as the sun hits the water between the dramatic limestone peaks and emerald-green coves, enjoying drinks and a cooking demonstration.
  • 19:15 Savour a delicious dinner
  • 21:00 Night-time squid fishing
  • 22:30 Free of mind with sweet dreams

Overnight on Victory Cruise

Inclusions : AC car transfer with driver Hanoi – Halong bay, English speaking tourguide on the cruise, sight-seeing entrance fees, kayaking or rowing boat fees, meals (B- Breakfast, L-Lunch, D- Dinner), twin/double cabin on 4* Victory Cruise or similar

We recommend starting your day early to enjoy a serene sunrise over the bay, followed by an exploration of Sung Sot Cave.
  • 06:15: Witness the sunrise over the bay and join a Tai Chi session on the sundeck.
  • 06:30: Enjoy a light breakfast with coffee, tea, and pastries in the restaurant.
  • 07:20: Explore Sung Sot Cave, the largest and most impressive cave in Halong Bay.
  • 09:15: Check out of your cabin, settle your bill, and begin your cruise back to the port.
  • 09:30: Savor a buffet brunch in the restaurant.
  • 10:45 – 11:00: Arrive back at the port, say farewell, and disembark.
  • 11:15 – 11:30: Meet your driver for a transfer to Hanoi city
  • 14:30 -15:00 : Arrive in Hanoi, check-in the hotel & be free at your own relaxation

Halong bay view

Inclusions : AC car transportation with driver Halong- Hanoi, local tourguide of English speaking on cruise, meals (B-breakfast, L-lunch), entrance sightseeing fees of mentioned visiting places, twin/double-shared room in 3* Minasi Premium Hotel Hanoi or similar

6:30 a.m.: Meet at the designated point in Hanoi Old Quarter. Transfer to Sapa via the newly built “Noi Bai-Lao Cai” highway. Enjoy a 6-hour scenic drive through Vietnam’s northwest highlands.

12:30 p.m.: Arrive in Sapa and have lunch at a local restaurant.

Hanoi tour package to Sapa from Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia

Sapa trekking tour to Cat Cat village

2:00 p.m.: Begin a pleasant walk to Cat Cat village, the oldest village of the Black Hmong. Descend through the village, observing traditional handicrafts such as dress-making, silver carving, and forging agricultural tools. Experience the local lifestyle and enjoy views of Cat Cat waterfall and the remains of the French-built hydro-power station at the valley’s bottom.

5:00 p.m.: Pick up from the other side of Cat Cat village and return to Sapa town.

5:30 p.m.: Check into your hotel and relax.

7:00 p.m.: Dinner at a local restaurant. Enjoy free time to explore Sapa at night before staying overnight at the hotel

Inclusions : AC car transportation with driver Hanoi- Sapa, local tourguide of English speaking in Sapa, meals (B-breakfast, L-lunch, D-dinner), entrance sightseeing fees of mentioned visiting places, twin/double-shared room in 3* The View Sapa Hotel or similar

7:00 a.m. – 8:00 a.m.: Light breakfast at the hotel, check out, and prepare a light pack for trekking. You can leave large luggage at the hotel’s storage.

8:00 a.m.: Transfer to the trekking point for a 3.5-hour trek through Muong Hoa Valley. Visit Y Linh Ho & Lao Chai villages (Black H’Mong) and Ta Van village (Dzay tribe). Explore the daily life of local ethnic groups and admire the spectacular terraced rice fields in Muong Hoa Valley, the largest area for rice cultivation and the main living area for local ethnic groups in Sapa.

Trekking Muong Hoa valley

11:30 a.m.: Driver picks up the group at the gate of Ta Van village and returns to Sapa town.

12:30 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.: Lunch at the hotel.

1:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.: Free time for shopping in Sapa town or a shower at the hotel’s public bathroom.

3:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.: Prepare your belongings and board the bus back to Hanoi.

9:15 p.m.: Arrive in Hanoi, get the room checked in & be free at leisure

Inclusions : AC car transportation with driver Sapa- Hanoi, local tourguide of English speaking in Sapa, meals (B-breakfast, L-lunch), entrance sightseeing fees of mentioned visiting places, twin/double-shared room in 3* Minasi Premium Hotel Hanoi or similar

After breakfast, we are at leisure for shopping, then take a private transfer with driver to Hanoi airport for a flight home. We wish to have chances to serve you & your family in future.

Inclusions : AC car transfer for Hanoi airport, meals (B- breakfast)

The Trip’s Inclusions :

  • Private Hanoi airport transfers (pick-up & drop-off )
  • AC shuttle bus transportation during the journey
  • Local English speaking guide for the day tours
  • Sightseeing entrance fees of mentioned visiting places in the program.
  • 3 nights (double/twin shared room on basis) at 3* Minasi Premium Hotel Hanoi or similar
  • 1 night ( double/twin shared cabin on basis) at 4* Victory Cruise or mimilar
  • 1 night (double/twin shared room on basis) in 3* The View Sapa hotel or similar
  • Meals as stated in the itinerary (B-breakfast, L-lunch, D-dinner)

The Trip’s Exlusions :

  • Tips & gratitudes to drivers & guides
  • Drinks
  • Visa to enter Vietnam & flight tickets
  • Personal Expences
  • Online payment fees
    10% VAT (optional)
  • Optional tours from this itinerary….

Frequently Asked Questions

This comprehensive 6-day itinerary covers the “Golden Triangle” of Northern Vietnam: Hanoi, Sapa, and Halong Bay. The package includes airport transfers, private or luxury group transportation, boutique hotel stays in Hanoi and Sapa, an overnight luxury cruise in Halong Bay, and guided tours to Sapa’s ethnic villages and Hanoi’s historic landmarks. It is designed for travelers who want to see the best of the north without the stress of managing separate bookings.

For maximum comfort, Golden Holiday Travel utilizes the new expressways. We provide luxury Limousine van transfers or private cars from Hanoi to Sapa (approx. 5.5 hours) and from Hanoi to Halong Bay (approx. 2.5 hours). This modern transport significantly reduces travel time compared to traditional trains or old bus routes, allowing more time for sightseeing and relaxation.

The Sapa segment focuses on cultural immersion and spectacular scenery. You will trek through the Muong Hoa Valley, visiting villages like Lao Chai (Black H’mong) and Ta Van (Zay). These treks offer up-close views of the iconic terraced rice fields and the opportunity to interact with local ethnic minorities. The routes are customizable based on your fitness level, ranging from easy strolls to more challenging hikes

The package features a 4-star or 5-star luxury cruise experience. You will spend 24 hours on the water, exploring hidden caves (such as Sung Sot or Luon Cave), kayaking through limestone karsts, and visiting Titop Island for a panoramic view. Onboard, you’ll enjoy full-board dining with fresh seafood, a sunset party on the sundeck, and morning Tai Chi sessions.

Yes, this is one of our most popular packages for families and seniors because it balances activity with comfort. By using private cars and luxury cruises, we eliminate the exhaustion of long-haul public transport. The trekking in Sapa can be adjusted to shorter, flatter walks, and the Hanoi city tour is conducted at a relaxed pace with private door-to-door service.

 

Good to Know

Before travelling to Vietnam, please ensure that your passport is valid for at least 6 months from your arrival date and has at least two blank pages for immigration stamps and visa purposes.

Citizens from several countries, including France, Japan, South Korea, the United Kingdom, Germany, Italy, and Spain, can currently enter Vietnam visa-free for stays of up to 45 days. Visa policies may change from time to time depending on nationality and travel regulations.

If you intend to stay longer than the visa exemption period, or if your nationality is not included in the visa-free list, you can apply for an e-visa online.You are also welcome to contact our team for updated visa information and travel assistance before your trip to Vietnam.

Travel insurance is not included in our tour package; however, valid travel insurance is mandatory for all participants joining the tour. Your policy should provide adequate coverage for:

  • Emergency medical treatment, hospitalization, and repatriation
  • Trip cancellation, delays, or interruptions
  • All activities included in your itinerary, including outdoor and adventure excursions

We also recommend checking whether your credit card offers travel insurance coverage and purchasing additional protection if needed to ensure comprehensive coverage throughout your journey.

The official currency in Vietnam is the Vietnamese Dong (VND). While some hotels and tourist-oriented businesses may accept US dollars or euros, payments are generally preferred in local currency.

Visa and MasterCard are commonly accepted at most hotels, restaurants, shopping centers, and larger establishments, especially in major cities and tourist destinations. However, cash is still widely used for local markets, small shops, and rural areas.

ATMs are easy to find throughout Vietnam, particularly in cities and popular travel destinations. Currency exchange services are available at international airports, banks, hotels, and licensed exchange counters.

Also, please make sure your banknotes are clean and undamaged, as torn, heavily worn, or marked foreign bills may not be accepted for exchange or payment in Vietnam.

Vietnam is a year-round destination, offering diverse weather patterns across its different regions. In general, spring (February to April) and autumn (September to December) are considered the most comfortable times to visit, thanks to pleasant temperatures, lower humidity, and less rainfall.

As Vietnam stretches over 1,600 km from north to south, the climate can vary greatly depending on where you travel:

  • Northern Vietnam: Experiences four distinct seasons, with cool and sometimes chilly winters (December to February) and hot, humid summers (May to August).
  • Central Vietnam: Usually enjoys warm weather, though the rainy season typically occurs between September and November.
  • Southern Vietnam: Has a tropical climate with warm temperatures throughout the year, alongside occasional tropical showers during the rainy season from May to October.

We recommend packing light, comfortable clothing as well as seasonal items suited to the regions included in your itinerary.

International flights are not included in our tour prices, giving you the flexibility to choose the airline and flight schedule that best suit your travel plans and budget. If needed, our travel consultants are happy to assist you in finding the most convenient and competitive flight options.

For international departures, we highly recommend arriving at the airport at least 3 hours before your flight to allow enough time for check-in, immigration procedures, and any unexpected delays or issues that may arise.

If your itinerary includes domestic flights within Vietnam, all flight schedules, airline information, and booking details will be included in your final travel documents before departure.

For a smooth journey, we recommend arriving at the airport at least 2 hours prior to your flight. Please make sure to carry your passport along with your e-ticket or booking reference.

Baggage Allowance: Checked baggage allowance typically ranges from 20kg to 23kg depending on the airline and ticket class, while cabin baggage is generally limited to 7kg per passenger.

Important Notice: Extra baggage fees may apply for your overweight or oversized luggage. We strongly recommend reviewing the baggage policies of your airline in advance, such as Vietnam Airlines, VietJet Air, or Bamboo Airways.

Please note that domestic flight schedules may occasionally change due to airline operations or weather conditions. Should there be any updates, our team will inform you as soon as possible.

If your journey includes a connecting domestic flight within Vietnam, please keep the following information in mind upon arrival:

  • Collect your checked luggage after landing.
  • Complete immigration and customs procedures.
  • Proceed to the domestic terminal for your onward flight. At some airports, this may involve a short walk or shuttle transfer between terminals.
  • Airport staff are usually available to assist passengers, so feel free to ask for directions or support if needed.

Recommended connection time: at least 2 hours 30 minutes

This allows enough time for immigration clearance, baggage collection, customs procedures, terminal transfers, and possible flight delays.

Practical Tip: At major airports such as Noi Bai International Airport and Tan Son Nhat International Airport, international and domestic terminals may be located in separate buildings. Please follow airport signage carefully and allow sufficient transfer time.

There are currently no compulsory vaccinations required for travelers entering Vietnam. However, depending on the length of your stay and the areas you plan to visit, several vaccinations are commonly recommended by health professionals, particularly for rural or remote travel.

Recommended vaccinations may include:

  • Hepatitis A & B
  • Typhoid
  • Tetanus, diphtheria & pertussis (booster shots advised)
  • Rabies (recommended for extended stays or frequent contact with animals)

If you take regular medication, we strongly advise bringing an adequate supply to cover your entire trip, as certain medicines may not be easily available locally.

Please also carry your medical prescription, ideally translated into English, to assist with customs procedures or in case medical attention is needed during your stay.

Upon your arrival in Vietnam, our driver will be waiting for you at the airport arrival exit according to your flight number and landing time. The driver will be holding a welcome sign displaying: “Golden Holiday Travel – [Your Name]”

Please take a moment to carefully look for your name among the signs at the arrival area. In case you cannot locate our driver immediately, kindly stay near the meeting point and contact our 24/7 support team for quick assistance:

Hotline / WhatsApp: +84 988 451 530

Useful Tip: We recommend activating international roaming or ensuring internet access on your phone upon arrival so we can easily communicate if necessary.

Important Note:At busy airports, many drivers may be waiting in the same area. If you do not see our representative right away, please do not leave the arrival hall – simply contact us and our team will assist you promptly.

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