Your adventure in Vietnam has started:

• Upon arrival at Hanoi's Noi Bai International Airport, you will be welcomed then privately transferred by a professional driver and an English – speaking guide to your arranged hotel for relaxation.
• In the afternoon, enjoy a one – hour cyclo ride to explore:
  • The charming colonial district with its leafy avenues.
  • Hoan Kiem Lake and its legendary story, along with Ngoc Son Temple, nestled in the middle of the lake.
  • The labyrinth of bustling streets filled with small shops in the famous and fascinating "Old Quarter," including the famous Silk Street (Hang Gai).
  To immerse yourself in the atmosphere of Hanoi, take a walking tour to discover:
  • The Old Quarter.
  • Colonial architecture, including the Sofitel Legend Metropole Hotel, the exterior of the Hanoi Opera House, and the State Bank of Vietnam building.
• Overnight at the hotel

230 km – 5h drive

Departure in the morning from Hanoi to Ba Be for your journey.

• Visit the Ethnology Museum in Thai Nguyen
• Continue the journey to Ba Be
• Transfer to Pac Ngoi village for visiting Ba Be National Park and the Tay village of Polu . You also have the opportunity to participate in preparing dinner and experience the lifestyle of the villagers.
• Overnight at the homestay

Before embarking on a scenic boat ride, you can walk a few minutes to explore the wonderful nature.

• Discover Ba Be lake by boat, on the way cruise along the Nang river, you will visit Puong Cave, Dau Dang waterfall and the villages of local minorities by the river and the lake.
• Embark on a hike to the secluded village of Hua Tang, home to the Tay ethnic group. Continue your journey to the tranquil lake, where you will meet the Red Dao and H’mong people
• Transfer to Pac Ngoi village. You also have the opportunity to participate in preparing dinner and experience the lifestyle of the villagers.

• Overnight at the homestay

180 km - 5h drive

Depart for Bao Lac, a remote district nestled amidst the rugged mountains

• Trek to Khuoi Khon Village, home to the Lolo ethnic group, nestled in the remote mountains.
• Wander through the village and gain insight into the Lolo people's traditional rice farming methods, from cultivating upland rice on burned fields to tending flooded terraced paddies.
• Overnight at the hotel

150 km – 4h drive

• Departure to Dong Van, a limestone plateau populated by Blue Hmong, Black Lolos, and Colorful Lolos.

• Departure for Meo Vac, a rustic village, crossing Ma Pi Leng Pass at over 2,000 meters altitude.
• Take a trek along Ma Pi Leng Pass which offers a spectacular view of the Nho Que River, the panoramic views of the valley, dotted with terraced hemp fields, karst hills, stilt houses of the Hmong and Dao people.
• Overnight at the hotel

150 km – 4h drive

• Explore the Lung Cu Flag Tower. From here, gaze upon the vast landscape and witness the giant Vietnamese flag waving proudly, marking the country’s northernmost border with China.

• Continue to the Royal Palace of the Hmong King Vuong Chi Sinh in Xa Phin
• Departure for Dong Van via Yen Minh. Stop at Quan Ba to admire the Heaven’s Gate and the Fairy Mountains, a natural masterpiece amidst the rugged landscapes of Ha Giang. Visit a Hmong village renowned for its traditional weaving craft.
• Overnight at the hotel

100 km – 3.5 h drive

• In the morning, a walk to the beautiful village of Thon Tha, inhabited by the Tay ethnic group.
• In the early afternoon, depart for Hoang Su Phi.
• Overnight at the hotel

120 km – 4h drive

• Explore the nearby villages
• Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before departing Hoang Su Phi for Bac Ha.
• On the way to Bac Ha, take a short break to fully embrace the breathtaking landscapes that unfold along the journey.
• Overnight at the homestay

On Sundays, in the morning, immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of Bac Ha Market, the largest and most colorful market in the region.

• This bustling marketplace is a meeting point for various ethnic groups, including the Flower Hmong, Tay, and Phu La
• Visit Pho Village, home to the Hmong ethnic group. Experience the unique lifestyle and craftsmanship of the locals.
• In the afternoon, transfer by private car with your guide to Hanoi.
• Overnight at the hotel

Hanoi – Halong: 2.5–3 hours by highway

• Cruise through Ha Long and Bai Tu Long Bay
  • Pick-up from your hotel and transfer to Halong.
  • Arrive at Halong International Cruise Port, welcome aboard, and safety briefing.
  • Check in to your private cabin
  • Activities: cave visit and kayaking
  • Back to junk for refreshing and enjoying your relaxing time on the sundeck.
  • Join a Vietnamese cooking class.
  • After dinner, free evening or experience squid fishing before retiring.
• Overnight on board

• Enjoy the morning view of the beautiful landscape while having breakfast
• Visit Vung Vieng Fishing Village by kayak or local rowboat.
• Back to the boat.
• Check out of the cabin and start cruising towards the harbor while a set lunch is served.
• The trip ends at 11:30am
• Drive to Yen Duc village in Dong Trieu province for a short break
• Enjoy a water puppet show performed by local artists.
• Transfer back to Hanoi.
• Overnight at the hotel

Enjoy your free time for personal activities until your private transfer to the airport for your international departure flight.