11N 12 D Hanoi-Sapa-Danang-Phu Quoc
Itinerary
Day 01: Hanoi arrival – Early check-in – Afternoon City Tour with Train street
Welcome to Hanoi! – the capital of Vietnam, is a bustling city with a rich history and culture.
We will pick you up at Noi Bai Airport and transfer you to your hotel in the city center. You will have free time to relax after long flight.
In the afternoon, we will visit Ba Dinh Square, the largest square in Hanoi. This is where all of the city’s biggest cultural and political events take place. We will take some photos of the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum from the outside. Next, we will visit the One Pillar Pagoda, an iconic Buddhist temple built in 1049, renowned for its unique architecture resembling a lotus blossom. Next, head to Tran Quoc Pagoda, the oldest Buddhist temple in Hanoi, located on a small island in the West Lake. The pagoda’s serene atmosphere and stunning views make it a perfect spot for reflection.
We will also visit the iconic Train Street, lined with cozy cafés and local homes. Enjoy a drink (at your own expense) just steps from the railway track and soak in the lively atmosphere as trains pass by. This is a great spot for photos and a glimpse of Hanoi’s daily life.
After that, we will walk around Hoan Kiem Lake, a picturesque lake in the heart of Hanoi. We will then take a walk around the Old Quarter of Hanoi, a fascinating network of narrow alleys and shophouses. The Old Quarter is also known as “The 36 Streets,” as each street is named after the merchandise that was traditionally sold there. Overnight in Hanoi.
Day 02: Hanoi – Ninh Binh (Hoa Lu - Tam Coc) – Hanoi
Breakfast at hotel,
At around 07:30, our driver will pick you up with guide, then depart from Hanoi for the mountain town of Sapa. The drive will take us around 5.5 hours (On Express Road), but the scenery along the way is sure to be breathtaking. We’ll pass through lush green hills, towering mountains, and traditional villages. When we arrive in Sapa, leave your heavy luggage at the hotel.
This afternoon, our guide & driver will pick you up, then we will visit Cat Cat village, a Black H’mong village located at the foot of Fansipan Peak. We’ll trek down to the valley to the waterfall where the French built a Hydraulic Power Station. Our guide will tell us about the local culture and daily life as we explore the village. After visiting Cat Cat Village, guests may enjoy some fun time at the Rainbow Slide nearby before returning to Sapa town. Overnight in Sapa.
Day 03: Hanoi – Private Transfer to Sapa – Cat Cat Village with Rainbow Slide
Breakfast at hotel,
At around 07:30, our driver will pick you up with guide, then depart from Hanoi for the mountain town of Sapa. The drive will take us around 5.5 hours (On Express Road), but the scenery along the way is sure to be breathtaking. We’ll pass through lush green hills, towering mountains, and traditional villages. When we arrive in Sapa, leave your heavy luggage at the hotel.
This afternoon, our guide & driver will pick you up, then we will visit Cat Cat village, a Black H’mong village located at the foot of Fansipan Peak. We’ll trek down to the valley to the waterfall where the French built a Hydraulic Power Station. Our guide will tell us about the local culture and daily life as we explore the village. After visiting Cat Cat Village, guests may enjoy some fun time at the Rainbow Slide nearby before returning to Sapa town. Overnight in Sapa.
Day 04: Sapa – Fansipan Peak with Cable Car & Funicular – Rong May Glass Bridge - Alpine Coaster
After breakfast, we’ll begin our day with a journey to Sun Plaza Sapa Station, where we board the Muong Hoa Mountain Train. This scenic train ride offers breathtaking views of the lush Muong Hoa Valley, with its terraced rice paddies, misty mountains, and vibrant green landscapes. Upon arrival at the Fansipan Legend Cable Car Station, we embark on a thrilling cable car ride.
This impressive system, recognized with two world records in 2016 for being the longest three-line cable car system (6,292.5 meters), takes us up to an altitude of 2,800 meters. Along the way, we’ll enjoy panoramic views of majestic peaks and valleys cloaked in clouds. From the cable car station, a short hike will lead us to the summit of Fansipan, known as the “Roof of Indochina.”
At the summit, we’ll explore the spiritual cultural complex, home to serene Buddha statues and sacred temples. From this vantage point, the panoramic vistas of the surrounding landscapes are nothing short of awe-inspiring. After taking in the views and capturing memorable photos, we’ll descend via cable car and drive to our next destination.
After that, proceed to Rong May Glass Bridge (the guide will escort guests and wait at the entrance). The Rong May Glass Bridge system extends 60 meters out from the cliff, with a walkway about 5 meters wide. The bridge is made entirely of transparent tempered glass, consisting of three layers firmly attached to the sandstone cliffs of the Hoang Lien Son mountain range, with a total length of 600 meters. Built according to international standards, the bridge can bear the weight of nearly 3,000 people at a time; however, for visitor comfort and safety, a maximum of 500 guests is allowed per turn. Standing on the glass bridge, visitors will feel as if they are floating above the deep valley below, enjoying breathtaking views of the majestic natural scenery, rushing winds, drifting clouds, and the dramatic landscape of the Four Great Peaks.
After visiting the glass bridge, guests may continue with exciting activities at the same complex, including the Alpine Coaster, offering fun and thrilling experiences amid the stunning mountain surroundings.
Overnight in Sapa.
Day 05: Sapa – Moana Sapa – Hanoi – Evening flight to Da Nang
Breakfast at hotel then check out,
This morning, start our visit to Moana Sapa. Moana Sapa is a picturesque location known for its breathtaking panoramic views and unique photo spots that have become a popular attraction in the area. Here, we’ll have the opportunity to relax and capture beautiful photos against the backdrop of Sapa’s majestic mountains before heading back to the center of Sapa for lunch.
After that, begin your journey from Sapa to Noi Bai International Airport in Hanoi. The scenic drive, which takes approximately 5.5–6 hours on express way, offers breathtaking views of mountains, valleys, and countryside landscapes. Upon arrival at the airport, you’ll proceed with check-in for your flight to the next city (Airfare is excluded).
Upon arrival, meet our driver and guide, then you will be transferred to your hotel and spend the rest of the day at your leisure.
Day 06: Da Nang – Morning Da Nang city - Afternoon Cam Thanh coconut village - Hoian Ancient town – Da Nang
In the afternoon, we will explore the lively city of Da Nang. We will start our day by visiting Son Tra Peninsula, where we will enjoy stunning panoramic views of the city from above. We will then visit Linh Ung Pagoda, which is home to the tallest Buddha statue in Vietnam. After that, we will take a tour of the city and admire its modern bridges, pass by the Han River Bridge, Thuan Phuoc Bridge, and the Dragon Bridge. We will also visit the Love Bridge, which is a popular spot for couples to take pictures. Our next visit is to Marble Mountain. Climb Thuy Son (Water Mountain) by the stone stairs (elevator cost excluded: USD 1/pax/way – to be paid on spot) and enjoy the panoramic view of the nearby countryside, and visit Huyen Khong cave before entering Tam Thai and Linh Ung pagodas where you will be rewarded by great city views and amazed by the main cave which houses a beautiful Cham Buddha sitting under a natural shaft of light. We also visit Am Phu Cave with impressive rock formations featuring the Buddhist perception of hell or purgatory.
In the afternoon, we transfer to visit Cam Thanh village and Bay Mau coconut forest. Here you have chance to experience the traditional way of life. Take a bamboo basket boat tour through the coconut groves, learn how to paddle a traditional boat . Relax in the peaceful countryside by simply sit back and enjoy the views. Learn about traditional handicrafts by watching local artisans weave baskets and mats using coconut leaves and other natural materials. You can even try your hand at making your own.
After our transfer to Hoi An Ancient Town, we will be immersed in a magical world of Oriental feel. We will walk over the Japanese Bridge, visit Chinese Assembly halls, and explore ancient houses. We can also listen to folk music at old club-houses or stroll into the market by Thu Bon river. Here, we may feel the same inspiration as artists who have found the rooftops of Hoi An to be a source of inspiration.
The rest of the time is free for shopping. Hoi An is legendary for its affordable yet quality tailoring services. The streets of the ancient town are also lined with shop houses and makeshift stalls selling handicrafts, jewelry, traditional apparel, and shoes. The central marketplace is filled with locals bargaining for fresh produce and foodstuffs. Hoi An town in the evening is a magical place, where is bathed in warm yellow light from the lanterns that hang from the shophouses, and the streets are filled with the sound of music and laughter. Drive back to hotel in Danang for overnight.
Day 07: Danang - Ba Na Hills with Golden Bridge – Da Nang
After breakfast, at around 08:30 AM you will be picked up from your hotel. We’ll transfer to Ba Na Hills, a French-inspired hilltop resort. We’ll take the iconic cable car, which has been awarded 5 world records, to the Ba Na Hills station. From the iconic Golden Bridge, we can admire the lush vegetation and rich terrain of the Truong Son Mountains, which stretch to the East Sea. Just a few steps away from the village is the Linh Ung Pagoda, home to a 27-meter-high Buddha statue. The pagoda’s impressive facade is a testament to traditional Vietnamese architecture. Next, we’ll head to Loc Uyen Garden and Quan Am Pavilion for a walk through well-manicured landscapes that are perfect for photoshoots. The tour guide will take guests to visit Fantasy Park, join in adventurous, fun, and modern games such as Love Swing, Skiver Pilot, Fire Racing Track, Bumper Car, Ghost House.
Later in the afternoon, conquer the Peak of Chua mountain at the height of 1,487m – Visit Ba Chua Thuong Ngan Temple. Enjoy the panorama view of the Da Nang City and Da Nang Bay. Go downhill by cable car and hop on the car to transfer back to your hotel. Overnight in Da Nang.
Day 08: Da Nang – Flight to Phu Quoc
Breakfast at hotel.
Enjoy a leisurely morning in the city, exploring the city at your own pace. After that, check out of your hotel, then our driver with guide will pick you up and transfer to the airport to take a flight to the next city (Airfare is excluded).
Upon arrival, meet our driver with guide, then you will be transferred to your hotel and spend the rest of the day at your leisure.
Day 09: Phu Quoc – 4 Islands Hopping by canoe and cable car – Aquatopia Water park – Sunset Town with Kiss of the Sea Show
Breakfast at hotel
Pick up by guide and vehicle, we transfer to An Thoi harbor where you will embark on the canoe for an islands tour. You will pass by 12 small islets and spend time visiting the 4 biggest islands of Phu Quoc including:
Mong Tay Island (or May Rut Ngoai), known as the miniature Maldives of Vietnam on the island, with unspoiled beauty, jade blue sea and long, smooth white sand beach.
Hon Gam Ghi Island (Dam Ngang) or Hon Bom, you can relax in the blue water, snorkel on the coral reefs, and contemplate the interesting rock formations.
May Rut Island with white sand lagoon – a unique place to chill out and check in with Bali bird’s nest, heaven’s ladder, ocean net bed, sun ring.
During the visit, if you are the fan of the colorful coral reef, you can experience sea-walk exploring the coral park with 250 identical species of creatures together with the large corals reef that are preserved nowadays (your own expense).
After that, the speed boat arrives at Thom Island, then we will enjoy time at Theme Park and Water Park.
By the end of the afternoon, embark on Hon Thom cable car (about 25 minutes) across above the ocean. During the journey of nearly 8km, freely enjoy the scenery, enjoy the pristine beauty of Phu Quoc from above, record the beautiful moments of the famous in-the-earth paradise in Vietnam.
In the afternoon, our driver will pick you up for a visit to Sunset Town – a picturesque area in southern Phu Quoc inspired by Mediterranean architecture. You will have time to stroll along charming streets, enjoy scenic coastal views, and take memorable photos at iconic spots like the Clock Tower, Sun Premier Village, and the romantic Kiss Bridge (tickets included – available until 07:00 AM). You can witness the sunset over the ocean – one of the most beautiful moments on the island. Afterwards, enjoy the spectacular Kiss of the Sea Show, an impressive performance combining music, lights, and water effects.
Drive back to your accommodation to relax. Overnight in Phu Quoc.
Day 10: Phu Quoc – Full Day Vin Safari & Grand World
Breakfast at hotel.
At 08:00 AM, we transfer to discover a fascinating world of animals at Vinpearl Safari Phu Quoc, the largest wildlife conservation park in Vietnam and the only one of its kind (semi-wildlife) in the country. Hop on our buses and enjoy a fantastic tour through the 380-hectare safari free of enclosures. See wild animals through a pane of glass while animals enjoy their natural habitats. Here you can also admire many interesting animal shows here.
In the same complex, we also visit Grand World Phu Quoc. With a scale of 85 hectares, the area owns splendid and magnificent architecture which is inspired by the European cities. Venice River, or Lake of Love, is considered one of the best imitations of the original river in Venice City, Italy. Here, you can choose to sit on the gondolas (at your own cost) along the river to watch the romantic scenery created by a lot of sophisticated buildings. Overnight in Phu Quoc.
Day 11: Phu Quoc – Full Day Vin wonders
Breakfast at hotel,
This afternoon, we discover VinWonders Phu Quoc – the largest theme park in Vietnam, offering a great deal of interesting entertainment options, including exhilarating rides, waterpark slides, indoor games, street performances, musical fountains, 5D cinema and so many more to discover.
Overnight in Phu Quoc.
Day 12: Departure
Breakfast at the hotel. Time at leisure or shopping (your own arrangement) until check out time and transfer to the airport with driver only (no guide) for the departure flight back to your sweet home.
The above tour description, inclusions, exclusions are daywise itinerary are indicative and may change at the time of quoting and booking