VIETNAM DREAMSCAPE: 10 DAYS FROM CAPITAL TO COAST & CLOUDS 🏞️

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VIETNAM DREAMSCAPE: 10 DAYS FROM CAPITAL TO COAST & CLOUDS 🏞️

10Day Hanoi - Ha Long - Sapa - Da Nang - Hoi An

Overview

Discover Vietnam’s most iconic landscapes in 10 unforgettable days — from the cultural pulse of Hanoi and the emerald waters of Ha Long Bay, to the misty mountains of Sapa and the coastal charm of Da Nang. A journey that blends nature, heritage, and adventure into one seamless escape.

Tour Itinerary

DAY 01: HANOI ARRIVAL - AFTERNOON CITY TOUR

Arrival Flight: Guest’s own tickets

Xin Chao! Welcome to Hanoi, Vietnam.

A warm greeting awaits at Noi Bai International airport; your private driver will meet you OUTSIDE the arrivals lounge and transfer you to your hotel in Hanoi.

Please look for your driver who holds up your names on a welcome signboard. If you can’t find the car driver, please feel free to call me via my cellphone +84 9868 969 38.

While every effort is made to have your room available upon arrival, check in time is at 02:00pm; your room may or may not be ready before this time. Your tour guide will provide additional details regarding your stay, and you will be able to ask any questions you may have.

In the afternoon, we start to visit Ho Chi Minh Complex, including Ho Chi Minh’s Mausoleum (closed inside in the afternoon) - the final resting place of Vietnamese great father or Uncle Ho, President Ho Chi Minh’s stilt house - where Uncle Ho lived and worked from 1958 to 1969. Then visit One Pillar Pagoda where worships the Godess of Mercy – It is the most unique padoga in the world.

You will transfer one of the oldest pagoda in Hanoi, after many times of relocation and repairation, Tran Quoc pagoda still kept its own spirit and standstill with pride and honor. The pagoda has so many architecture work placed very harmonious, specific for the rule of Buddhism architecture. You also admire West lake, the biggest lake in Hanoi from here.

Continue to visit Temple of Literature – the first university of Vietnam, The Temple of Literature (Van Mieu Quoc Tu Giam) is one of the most attractive tourist spots in Northern Vietnam. The Temple of Literature was founded in 1070.

After that, you will take a visit to the Hanoi Old Quarters where you can experience the real daily life activities of local people in the oldest area of Hanoi. Taking a short walking tour around famous streets, listening to historic stories, take photos and enjoy the Old Quarters will be an interesting feelings. You admire Hoan Kiem lakeTurtle Tower and Ngoc Son temple before coming back your hotel for relaxing time.

Meals on your own. Overnight in Hanoi

DAY 02: HANOI - HA LONG BAY CRUISE

After breakfast it is a 3 hour drive from Hanoi city to Halong Bay, passing through a number of typical North Vietnamese towns and villages. Upon arrival you will be welcomed aboard your traditional junk; designed in the same style as those that have sailed the bay for 100’s of years.

Note: Cruise itinerary and schedule are subject to change due to weather, tide levels and operating conditions. Swimming or kayaking excursions may be cancelled due to poor weather. Unused services are not subject to a refund.

DAY 03: HA LONG BAY BACK TO HANOI

Arrive back at port in the late morning, disembark. Our driver will be waiting to drive you back to Hanoi

You will reach to Hanoi at around 14h-15h PM. Free in the afternoon.

Overnight in Hanoi.

DAY 04: HANOI - SAPA BY BUS WITH A SHORT TREK TO CAT CAT VILLAGE

6:00 – 6:30: Picking up from hotel in the old quarter or bus station, get on sleeping bus and depart to Sapa.

7:30 – 11:45: Following the Highway to Lao Cai city with the comfort break

11:45 – 13.15: Bus on the mountain road approaching to Sapa Town. On the way you can see beautiful view, the valley with terraces field.

13:15 - 13:30: Arrive Sapa Town with colorful traditional costumes of H’mong, Dzao, Tay ethnic People.

- Welcome drink and itinerary briefing

- Enjoy the lunch with local Vietnamese dishes, check-in procedures

14:30: A short walking to Cat Cat village which is home of Black H’mong ethnic people and is located near the bottom of a deep valley at the foot of Fansipan Peak. Our local guide will show you the daily life activities of the locals, trekking down to the valley bottom to the waterfall where the French built a Hydraulic Power Station, short time for photo with bridge and the waterfall then you will trekking up hill to get back to Sapa with very beautiful scenery in the late afternoon. Driver pick up back to Sapa.

Trekking distance is about 2.5 kms and it lasts for 2 hours

16:30: Come back to Sapa Town. We prepare a good dinner for you at 18.00. Overnight at the hotel

DAY 05: SAPA - FANSIPAN PEAK - MOANA VIEW

8:00: After breakfast in hotel, driver & tour guide take you to Cable Car Station and spend 20 minutes with cable car to enjoy the spectacular scenery.

9:00: Reaching the altitude of 2800 meters, you have a good time to see the view and take photos, visit pagoda the spiritual destinations and trek up to 600 steps you will reach the peak of Fansipan - the Roof of Indochina. (Spend about 1,5 hours for hiking and taking photos).

11:30: Coming back to Cable Car Station and return to Sapa town.

12:00: Lunch at local restaurant or in hotel 

In the afternoon. We start our easy day with a short walk to Moana View just 700m from the Church. Moana View is the latest checkin station specially made for young people who love to experience the new feeling. There, you will checkin the Bali Gate, Infinity lake, Moana Girl statue, Golden hand, thrilling swing, lonely tree and especially the panoramic Café where you can watch Fansipan peak with spectacular Muong Hoa valley. You can prepare nice clothes, hat..to make the best photos.

17:00: Coming back to Sapa Town. Have dinner and overnight at hotel with night activities.

DAY 06: SAPA BACK TO HANOI

Morning: After breakfast at the hotel. You are free to roam, shop at Sapa market, and explore the beautiful Sapa town.

11:00: You check out of the hotel and have lunch. After lunch, free time to enjoy mountain town coffee or go shopping.

13:30-14:00: Get on the bus to return to Hanoi.

19:30-20:00: Return to Hanoi. The car takes you back to the original pick-up point, ending the journey to explore the town in the mist and conquer Fansipan peak in an exciting 3 days and 2 nights. Goodbye and see you again on your next travel itinerary.

Overnight in Hanoi

DAY 07: HANOI FLY TO DA NANG

Free time till our car come to your hotel for your flight to Da Nang.

Our car will pick you up at Da Nang airport and then transfer to the hotel for check in. Room will be available from 14h PM. Meal on your own.

Overnight in Da Nang

DAY 08: DA NANG - COCONUT JUNGLE - HOI AN CITY TOUR

12:00 – 12:15 pm: The van and tour guide will pick you up at your hotel (Da Nang area)

1:00 pm: Start your adventure with Cam Thanh Coconut for being a fisherman at Cam Thanh Coconut Village, you will experience about learning traditional fishing techniques and how to row unique Vietnamese bamboo basket boats while exploring the tranquil coconut palm waterways of the past war. On this tour, we provide authentic social and cultural insight into the local way of life in Vietnam. Furthermore, you will take part in some hands-on activities which are fun, safe, and interested are suitable for everybody.

About 2.30 pm: Visit to the next destination to Hoi An Old Town.

  • Go to the Phuc Kien Chinese Assembly Hall, a colorful mélange of bright gates, dragon statues, and elaborate rooftops. Get an introduction to ancestor worship while visiting the family altar and watching local devotees making offerings.
  • You will see remarkably well-preserved old houses Phung Hung Ancient House or Tan Ky Ancient House that have withstood 200 years of weather and war. Learn about the prosperous merchants who used to live in these homes, trading with buyers from all around the world. Especially, you will enjoy art shows at Hoi An Traditional Performing Arts House.
  • Make a stop at the Japanese Bridge. The bridge spans a small waterway and was constructed more than 400 years ago to connect the Japanese community with the Chinese who lived on the other side of the water. Admire the carvings and paintings inside the bridge, learning about their symbolism and cultural significance.
  • Additionally, visit some of Hoi An’s well-known handicraft shops and artwork galleries. Discover smaller laneways and local neighborhoods, gaining a better appreciation of Hoi An’s endless charm.
  • Dinner with Hoi An specialty food.

6:00 pm: Enjoy your time with the boat ride on Hoai River and release the flower lanterns to pray for good luck for you and your family. You will immerse yourself in the fanciful space of the lantern street. Free your time with the night market and enjoy the shimmering space of Hoi An.

6:30 pm: You’ll then be transferred back to your hotel. End of services!

Overnight in Da Nang

DAY 09: BANA HILLS - GOLDEN BRIDGE TOUR

A MUST CHECK IN ATTRACTION IN THE AREA

07:30 am – 08:00 am: Our Minivan and a tour guide pick you up at the hotel lobby. Reach Ba Na Hills via Cable Car

Spend your time on the most modern Cable Car in Southeast Asia, visit Dream Stream Cable car Station and see the panorama of Quang Nam – Danang City on high.

After finishing the first cable car, you will visit The Golden Bridge – which has the most exotic structure and also the world’s most prominent pedestrian bridges highlighted by the British Guard newspaper, Le Jardin D’amourn(consists of 9 gardens), Linh Ung pagoda.

Continue the 2nd Cable Car to visit the French Village – enjoy Street Music, watch Art’s statue, Campanile, Nine Floor Goddess Shrine, Tombstone Temple, Watch Carnival Performance Show, Square Du Dome …Challenge the most popular adventure ride – Slide of Tube Car (free ride)…

Lunch at Restaurant (Buffet).

Take the Lava Train from Sun Kingdom to many new attractions for check-in such as Helios waterfall, Time Gate, and The Moon Kingdom …Join in Fantasy Park by Walking in Fairy Forest, discovering Dinosaur Park, playing 5D wild west, enjoying 4D death race ride, watch 3D mega 360 degrees, ride on Journey into the underground, enter Jurassic Park, challenge Freefall Tower and participate in an adventure in Horror House and over 90 free games.

15:00: Return to the Cable Car for leaving Ba Na Hills

16:45 – 17:45: Our Minivan brings you back to your hotel. Tour ends.

Overnight in Da Nang.

DAY 10: DANANG DEPARTURE

Free time till our car come to your hotel to transfer you to Danang International Airport for your flight back to country.

End of services!

Included/Excluded

  • Hotel accommodation with breakfast and based on twin or triple sharing (01pax staying in Single Room)
  • Package 2D1N Overnight on cruise in Ha Long Bay with full board meals mention above
  • Entrance fees for all visits as mentioned in the itinerary
  • Services of a driver and private air-conditioned vehicle during all tours and transfers.
  • Experienced English speaking guide during all tours and transfers
  • Mineral water is available as complementary
  • Meals where mentioned
  • Travel Insurance
  • Vietnam visa if required
  • International airfare and airport tax
  • Dinks and other meals not clearly mentioned
  • Surcharge for special request on food, and meals.
  • Tipping for guide and driver
  • Surcharge for public holidays (if any)
  • Compulsory dinner for Xmas and New Year Eve: TBA

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Gary Cole
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TravellerTLangley
This was one of the most amazing trips we have ever had. Joy and her team designed a 14 day tour of Vietnam where we could appreciate major cities and attractions, wonderful accommodation, excellent local guides and personalized preferences making our stay a high quality experience. Starlight has the local knowledge and expertise to offer a reliable and wonderful holiday to everyone. Chloe was always attentive and replied promptly and kindly to any request. Vietnam encompasses history, wonderful people, excellent food, unparalleled contrasts and much more to enjoy. We highly recommend visiting Vietnam with Starlight

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