VNT – SPHL 12 : MUONG HOA VALLEY HOMESTAY - HA LONG BAY TRIP

Duration: 4days-4nights
 
Itinerary:
 
Night 1: Hanoi – Night train to Lao cai
 
TOM Travel driver & staff will pick you up from your hotel in Hanoi then transfer you go directly to the train station, catch the night train to go to Sapa.
 
Overnight in an AC soft sleeper sharing cabin 4berths.
 

Day 1: Lao cai - Sa Pa –Muong Hoa valley – Trekking & Homestay ( B/L/D) :
 

Arrive Lao Cai you will meet your local tour guide then drive uphill to Sa Pa. Check in to your hotel and enjoy breakfast at the local restaurant .
Have breakfast at the hotel then get ready for trekking from Sapa to the Black H’mong village of Y Linh Ho and Lao Chai where excellent panoramas of the larger valley, paddy terraced fields and the H’mong village are offered. We take a small local path leading into the bottom of the valley, where some stalls are available that serve tea and fruits; a perfect spot to take a rest and have lunch. After lunch you will visit the Zay people of Ta Van, which lies in the middle of the Muong Hoa valley.
 
There you will stay overnight in local houses( A Private Homestay )
 
Day 2 – : Tavan – Giang Ta Chai – Hau Thao – Sapa – Lao Cai Train – Hanoi (B/L):
 

Next morning after having breakfast, the trek continues towards the Red Dao village in Giang Ta Chai. On the way you will trek up and downhill then through bamboo forest. The village of Giang Ta Chai is the next stop, which we will reach by following a path over a bridge. Lunch will be provided near a waterfall, just before arrival at the village. Eventually, the trek returns to the hill of Hau Thao village. You will get back to Sapa town by car.
You can stroll around the little town of Sapa until the transfer back to Lao Cai station and take the train journey back to Hanoi.
 
Overnight in an AC soft sleeper cabin. Arrive Hanoi next morning (around 05:30 in Hanoi).
 
Day 3 : Hanoi – Ha Long Bay (B/L/D):
 

Today your train will arrival Hanoi around 5:30 AM , TOM Travel staff and driver will waiting you at the station to pick you up then transfer to the hotel for freshen up and have breakfast before depart to Ha Long Bay.
 

08:00: Pick you up from the hotel then go to Ha Long Bay
12:30: Arrive at Hon Gai Harbour, Ha Long City.
12:45: Enjoy a welcome drink onboard the cruise
13:15: Enjoy a freshly prepared lunch while cruising through Bai Tu Long Bay and into Ha Long Bay.
15:40: Visit Vung Ha beach for kayaking, swimming, and relaxing in one of the Bay’s hidden coves.
17:00: Relax back at the boat as we cruise into the secluded Dong Tien Lake where the boat will anchor overnight.
17:30: Sunset party and happy hour on the sundeck.
18:00: Cooking class offering lessons in traditional Vietnamese cuisine.
19:30: Barbeque dinner on the sundeck. 
20:45: Relax and enjoy the evening or choose from a variety of activities including board games and squid fishing.
 
Overnight on the cruise with Deluxe cabin

Day 4 : Ha Long Bay – Hanoi (B/L)
 
6: 30: Rise early for morning tai chi on the sundeck.
7:15: Enjoy a light breakfast while cruising to Vung Vien fishing village.
8:30: Explore Vung Vien village and learn about life in Ha Long Bay communities.
10:00: Return to the boat for check out.

10:30: Enjoy the last of the Ha Long Bay scenery over brunch as the boat cruises back to shore.
12:00 Transfer back to Hanoi.
16:00: Drop-off at your hotel in Hanoi.
Trip finishes at around 16h30 at your hotel.( Hotel today are not included ).


Tour End.
 
Accommodation in Sapa :
 
Unique Hotel : Sapa Elegance Hotel, Sapa Elite Hotel , Sapa Lodge Hotel, Sapa Eden Hotel
Superior Hotel : Bamboo Hotel, Chau Long New Wing Hotel
Deluxe Hotel : U Sapa Hotel , Victoria Sapa Resort & Spa
Train: Let contact us to upgrade to a Private cabin
 
Inclusive:
 
Private car/minivan transfers/Shuttle bus as tour itinerary
Round trip train tickets: Soft sleeper in joined Cabin deluxe express Train 4berths with A/C
All entrance fees
Boat Trip
Sharing Cruise on Ha Long Bay
Kayaking
Local English speaking guide in Sapa
All meals as per program
Accommodation as program, based in twin sharing
Minaral water & Tissue are available on the vehicle
 
Exclusive:
 
Drinks, except otherwise mentioned
Insurance,
Personal expenses & Tips
 
Things to bring:
 
Hat,.sun block ; good walking shoes; tee-shirt & shorts; medical kit; camera with plenty of film.
 
Notes:
 
• Times of activities may vary slightly. Itinerary and Program subject to change when necessary or bad weather condition
• Advanced reservation is required with full passenger details, including Full Name, Date of Birth, Nationality, Passport Number, Visa Expiry Date etc.
• A valid passport is required upon check-in onboard..
• What to bring: Swimming suites, sun glasses, insect repellent
• Special requests on food (diet or vegetarian) please inform us before departure.
• Chartered cruise (Available upon request)
• Connecting family rooms are available on request.

Best time to do: All year round, best from September to April of next year.