Get ready for an unforgettable adventure, a well-structured trip opening your eyes to the striking beauty of northern Vietnam, from bustling Ho Chi Minh City to vibrant Hanoi, UNESCO-listed Ha Long Bay, misty peaks of Sapa, and breathtaking landscapes of Ha Giang. It’s ideal for culture enthusiasts, nature lovers, and adventure seekers, offering activities such as trekking, kayaking, and ethnic minority village visits. Let Ha Giang Tours take you through the journey of Vietnam’s charm, blending majestic scenery with authentic cultural encounters. From conquering Ma Pi Leng Pass to sailing across the emerald waters of Ha Long, this Ha Giang tour from HCM promises lifetime memories!
Day 1: Ho Chi Minh City – Hanoi
Day 2: Hanoi – Moc Chau – Son La(B/L/D)
Day 3: Son La – Dien Bien (B/L/D)
Day 4: Dien Bien – Sapa (B/L/D)
Day 5: Sapa – Fansipan – Cat Cat Village – Lao Cai(B/L/D)
Day 6: Lao Cai – Ha Giang(B/L/D)
Day 7: Ha Giang – Dong Van – Ma Pi Leng Pass – Meo Vac(B/L/D)
Day 8: Meo Vac – Ba Be Lake(B/L/D)
Day 9: Ba Be Lake – Hanoi(B/L/D)
Day 10: Hanoi – Ha Long Bay(B/L/D)
Day 11: Ha Long Bay – Departure
Morning: Leave Ho Chi Minh City for Hanoi – the enchanting capital of Vietnam – on a morning flight. Arrive and start the city tour of all its famous beauty spots on our guide’s welcome. You will then be transferred to your hotel.
Afternoon: Walking tour: The effervescent culture of the city visits to Hoan Kiem Lake, and Ngoc Son Temple will impress you with the energy in every street of the Old Quarter. You will glimpse a real Hanoi where ancient times mingle with the present.
Evening: Have a typical dinner with pho or cha ca try some local food at your own, and retire to a comfortable hotel.
Inclusion: Airport transfer, English-speaking tour guide, entrance fee (s), hotel, complimentary water.
Inclusion: A/C transfer, English-speaking tour guide, breakfast, lunch, dinner, entrance fee (s), hotel, complimentary water.
Inclusion: A/C transfer, English-speaking tour guide, breakfast, lunch, dinner, entrance fee (s), hotel, complimentary water.
Today is driving from Dien Bien to Sapa via Lai Chau, the long distance about 270 km – 165 miles. Still keeping on winding road and spectacular scenery
Have lunch on the way.
We can stop at O Quy Ho or Tram Ton pass with the most wonderful & memorable view where is the 25 miles drive to Sapa goes up the ChinCo pass and Tram Ton pass, the highest pass in Vietnam, view down from Fansipan Peak – the roof of Indochine. En-route is the beautiful area of Heaven’s Gate and Silver Waterfall.
Upon Sapa arrival, check-in hotel, then free at leisure or to explore Sapa town at night
Have dinner & overnight in Sapa
Evening: Take a free evening walk around the busiest streets of Sapa while enjoying the cool atmosphere. You can try the famous grilled corn or roasted chestnuts sold by every other street vendor.
Inclusion: A/C transfer, English-speaking tour guide, breakfast, lunch, dinner, entrance fee (s), hotel, complimentary water.
Morning: Take an exciting cable car ride to the Fansipan peak, the “Roof of Indochina." Climb the last few steps to the viewing platform for spectacular views of the surrounding mountains and valleys.
Afternoon: Visit Cat Cat Village, where you learn about the daily life of the H’Mong tribe and their traditional crafts. See the beautiful rice field terraces and relax in the countryside.
Transfer to Lao Cai City.
Enjoy dinner and retire to the hotel or you can do a short walk around Lao Cai night market and along the Red river border to China.
Inclusion: A/C transfer, English-speaking tour guide, breakfast, lunch, dinner, entrance fee (s), hotel, Cable car
Morning: Breakfast at the hotel.
Depart for HaGiang – depends on the weather, if it is no rain – we can travel on road to Hoang Su Phi or wee can do another road.
Ha Giang Province, has dramatic landscapes combined with a rich culture. On the way, stop at Hoang Su Phi to see amazing rice fields spilling down the hillsides in unbelievable patterns.
Afternoon: Arrive at a local homestay in Ha Giang and be welcomed with the famous hospitality of the Dao ethnic group.
Evening: Dinner will be similar to lunch, with sticky rice, forest herbs, and local specialties being served. Share stories in the evening with your homestay host family over dinner and spend time chatting in the comfort of this homestay.
Inclusion: A/C transfer, English-speaking tour guide, breakfast, lunch, dinner, entrance fee (s), hotel, complimentary water.
Morning: Start your day with a visit to Quan Ba Heaven Gate for an overwhelming panorama of the Twin Mountains and surrounding valleys.
Afternoon: Continue to Dong Van, a town full of historical beauty. Start a trek across the Dong Van Karst Plateau, a UNESCO-recognized geopark for its outstanding rock formations and specific biodiversity.
Walk around Dong Van Old Town, where old stone houses and buzzing markets narrate the region’s history.
Commence the day with a drive over the legendary Ma Pi Leng Pass, sometimes referred to as “the Great Wall of Vietnam." Stop for photos at viewpoints for visual spectacle as the Nho Que River snakes its way down the bottom of the deep gorge.
Evening: Arrival in Meo Vac, a mountainous town. Free time at your hotel and enjoy a warm dinner with specialties.
Inclusion: A/C transfer, English-speaking tour guide, breakfast, lunch, dinner, entrance fee (s), hotel, complimentary water
Morning: Head to Ba Be Lake, one of the largest freshwater lakes in Vietnam.
Afternoon: A boat trip to the mysterious Puong Cave and Dau Dang Waterfall, a nice waterfall cascading to the river. Then, explore the surroundings of Ba Be National Park.
Evening: Homestay Campfire dinner on the side of the lake in the tranquil, night ambiance beneath the open sky.
Inclusion: A/C transfer, English-speaking tour guide, breakfast, lunch, dinner, entrance fee (s), hotel, Boat trip
Take a quiet exploration around Ba Be National Park and then drive back to Hanoi.
Later, the car will drive you to the airport for a flight to Ho Chi Minh City. On arrival in Ho Chi Minh City, we transfer you to your hotel,
Say goodbye to our tour guide and driver.
Inclusion: A/C transfer, English-speaking tour guide, breakfast, lunch, dinner, entrance fee (s), hotel, complimentary water.
Morning: Start from Hanoi and drive to Ha Long Bay famous UNESCO World Heritage. Arrive and check in on the luxury cruise. Enter your cabin, which faces either the ocean view or the sea view.
Afternoon: Explore the mystical Sung Sot Cave, one of Ha Long Bay’s largest and most beautiful caves. Later, enjoy a kayaking session or swim in the emerald waters surrounded by towering limestone cliffs.
Evening: Enjoy a sunset party on the sundeck. Later, go squid fishing under the starry sky or enjoy a movie night onboard. Overnight amid the peaceful Ha Long Bay.
Inclusion: Shuttle Bus, English-speaking tour guide on cruise, breakfast, lunch, dinner, entrance fee (s), Cruise, complimentary water.
Morning: Start the day with one session of Tai Chi on the deck, while the sun rises from Ha Long Bay. Then, have a light breakfast and more exploring the Bay
Check out of the cruise.
Afternoon: Transfer back to Hanoi,
Transfer by car to the airport for taking your flight home or next destination.
Goodbye and see you again!
Inclusion: A/C transfer, English-speaking tour guide on Cruise, breakfast, lunch, entrance fee(s), complimentary water.
What’s excluded in this trip
Choose the Best Travel Seasons
Each season opens up different beauty in Ha Giang, but if you want to witness the most incredible landscapes, make it from October to November, the time when buckwheat flower blossoms create an incomparable landscape of pink and purple colors all over hills and valleys. Otherwise, try going between March and April and be surprised to see all kinds of peach blossoms line up the streets to form an irresistible magical romantic world. These seasons have great photo opportunities and unforgettable views for your Ha Giang tour from HCM.
Pack the Right Essentials for Ha Giang tour from HCM
One of the most important keys to enjoying Ha Giang Tours is the preparation of the right gear. Bring with you comfortable trekking shoes for hiking on rugged terrain, a raincoat for those sudden rains, and warm clothing for those mountainously chilly evenings. Packing thoughtfully will keep you prepared for every adventure- from trekking to exploring ethnic villages in comfort.
Respect Local Customs
Being a district filled with so many ethnic tribes has made Ha Giang a huge cultural and traditional land, modest dressing in all the respective regions, and local villages, to say the least, does not make much of such permission sought by people where photo-taking is involved, you interact respectfully with people, thereby not only enjoying good company but also securing real experiences. Ha Giang tour from HCM, will end up becoming full of interesting moments only if respect for local culture and traditions precedes all.
Prepare for Physical Activities
This tour is a combination of trekking, kayaking, and long drives via zigzagging mountain roads. Please remember to stay hydrated, carry light snacks, and always dress appropriately. This trip requires moderate fitness levels to fully enjoy the activities on the tour, including trekking in the Dong Van Karst Plateau and kayaking down the river Nho Que. Make your Ha Giang Tours with excitement and comfort, fully well prepared.
Conclusion
The Incredible HN to HL – Ha Giang Tour from HCM offers an unforgettable journey through the most breathtaking lands and cultural treasures of Vietnam. From kayaking on Nho Que’s River to exploring Halong Bay and trekking Mata Pi Leng Pass, the tour is a very interesting combination of adventure and authenticity. Don’t wait; book your Ha Giang tour from HCM today with Impress Travel and write memories that will last more than a lifetime!
Hanoi: Dahlia Hotel
Sơn La: Hoa Lu Hotel – Son La
Điện Biên Phủ: A1 Hotel
Sapa: The View Sapa Hotel
Lao Cai: Misa Hotel
Ha Giang: Homestay
Meo Vac: Hoa Cuong Hotel
Ba Be: Homestay
HaLong Bay: Le Journey Cruise 4*
Hotel can be change to the same equivalent one if fully booked.
We went on a private trip to Vietnam and Cambodia, the whole trip plan was organized for us by the Impress Travel Company from Vietnam, the company did an amazing job, the whole trip was organized in a wonderful way with an amazing match between the various parties, their choices were correct and the quality of the hotels chosen were very high quality and it is important to note that the price was low in comparison To other agencies, thanks to Impress Travel and especially to Daniel who was tolerant and open to changes and organized the route for us.
Impress travel were amazing. Did my bookings with Daniel for our tour of Vietnam and I must say Daniel was very professional and prompt with his services. All the arrangement, plans, pick-up & drop-off services, hotels, vehicles, sightseeing tours and guides were spot on and excellent. Did 4 nights Hanoi, 1 night Hà Long Bay cruise, 3 nights Hoian, 4 nights Saigon and 1 night in Can Tho. It was totally awesome. Every part of the journey was superbly arranged and planned. I will highly recommend Impress Travel for anyone interested in visiting Vietnam. Very organized and reliable!
I booked with Impress Travel in July. My contact person was Tommy Thang. He is an amazing person. He was very helpful. He changed my program twice for me. Very accommodating!
We started our holiday in the north (Sapa)of Vietnam and travelled down to HCMC.
The tour was fantastic, Tommy's arrangements were to the"T".
I will always use them if I have to visit the area again and recommend them to one and all.
Thank you once again Mr.Tommy and the Impress Team.
Sulaiman Pochee
Great value for money with 4 stars hotel accommodation for 4 couples. The tour guide has been very helpful and brought us to amazing places in Sapa. We want to thanks Thuy the tour guide and especially Mark from Impress Travel for his great service and assurance throughout our trip. We’ll definitely use his service for other tour packages in other parts of Vietnam.
This is the second time we travel to Vietnam with IMPRESS Travel. First time, we booked our holiday to Hanoi, Halong Bay & Sapa during Dec 2018 with Impress.
Second time, we travel to Hoi An, Hue & Danang (Central Vietnam) during Jan 2019.
My friends & I are very glad & happy with all the hotels stay in Central Vietnam, the meals provided are delicious. We are greatly appreciated with all the tour arrangement by Tommy & his team (tour guide).
Especially, Mr. NHAT C.V. He is helpful, cheerful, knowledgeable and very professional. He always volunteer to take a nice pictures for six of us (group) .
We enjoyed our holiday with Impress travel. We will definitely come back to Vietnam again with Impress
Price: $1029/person (Priced on a private tour for Northwest and Group tour for Halong for 2 people)
Impress Travel offers daily tours to attractive destinations in the capital of Hanoi as well as package tours to explore the most popular destinations in North Vietnam, such as Ha Long Bay, Ninh Binh, and Sapa, or adventure tours to explore the Northeast & Northwest regions such as Ha Giang, Cao Bang, Bac Kan, Mu Cang Chai. Our products focus on providing travel services for private tours, small groups, family groups, and couples who need to make special requests for the trip. For the trip to Hanoi & North Vietnam, your submission to Impress Travel & Destination Management Company (DMC), which will bring the greatest value to your trip.
To explore Hanoi Capital's hidden charm for the first day, visit the most iconic attractions such as historical President Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum complex, Ancient Temple of Literature, tranquil Hoan Kiem Lake, Hanoi elderly quarter. Then, the upcoming of Hanoi – Halong Tour, we will have an amazing 2 day and 1 night stay on an outstanding cruise to explore the seven natural wonder of the world.
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To discover the most iconic of treasures in the Northern part of Vietnam. Travelers get ahead with the discovery of Hanoi. Then, to explore stunning beauty of Sapa where we are attracted by imposing sceneries such as rows of mountains, hills, lush valleys, rice terraces, waterfalls, and ethnic minority community. Afterward, visitors following up to Ha Long Bay & Ninh Binh (Tam Coc).
