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5-Day UNESCO Ha Long, Ninh Binh, and Sapa Tour by Sleeper Bus

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5-day tour in Sapa, taking in Free Morning, Cat Cat Village and Sleeper Bus. Run by SST Travel, booked direct rather than through a reseller.

Highlights

  • HANOI – SAPA BY DCAR LIMOUSINE
  • FREE MORNING
  • CAT CAT VILLAGE
  • SLEEPER BUS
  • Runs 5 days
  • Round-trip transfer by standard bus

5-Day UNESCO Ha Long, Ninh Binh, and Sapa Tour by Sleeper Bus: Key Facts

PriceFrom $850.14 per person
Duration5 days
LanguagesEnglish
Tour typeGuided Tour
BookingDirect with the local operator — no OTA markup

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5-Day UNESCO Ha Long, Ninh Binh, and Sapa Tour by Sleeper Bus

5-day tour in Sapa, taking in Free Morning, Cat Cat Village and Sleeper Bus. Run by SST Travel, booked direct rather tha...
5 days
English
$850.14
Free cancellation

Full description

This is a 5-day experience in Sapa, built around HANOI – SAPA BY DCAR LIMOUSINE, FREE MORNING and CAT CAT VILLAGE. It is run by SST Travel, an operator we book with directly rather than through a reseller, which is why we can hold your place with them before we treat your booking as final.

The price covers Round-trip transfer by standard bus, Dcar Limousine transfer Hanoi, Overnight transfer Sapa, tour guide and 1 night at Ninh Binh or Sapa. It does not cover Meals not mentioned, Personal expenses, Travel insurance and Tips and gratuities, so budget for those separately. Everything included is listed in full on this page; if something is not on that list, assume it is not in the price.

SST Travel sends the meeting point and time by email as soon as the booking is confirmed. We need at least one day's notice, and we confirm the date with SST Travel before treating your booking as final. If they cannot take your date we tell you and refund you rather than leave you waiting.

Tour Itinerary

Itineraries are customisable as per your request

The schedule below is a suggested plan and can be adjusted to suit your preferences.

HANOI – SAPA BY DCAR LIMOUSINE

At 6:00 AM, you will be picked up from your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter and depart for Sapa by comfortable DCar limousine bus. Enjoy the scenic journey through the northern mountains with short breaks along the way.

LUNCH - Y LINH HO – LAO CHAI TREKKING

Arrive in Sapa around midday and have lunch at a local restaurant. After lunch, transfer to the hotel for check-in and a short rest. In the afternoon, begin a light trekking experience to Y Linh Ho – Lao Chai village, walking through Muong Hoa Valley with beautiful rice terraces and mountain landscapes while discovering the daily life of local ethnic minority communities. After the trekking, return to the hotel and enjoy free time to relax or explore Sapa town on your own.

FREE MORNING

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel and free time in the morning to explore Sapa town, visit local cafés, markets, or relax at your leisure. Check out of the hotel before noon and have lunch at a local restaurant.

CAT CAT VILLAGE

In the afternoon, visit Cat Cat Village, one of the most famous villages in Sapa, where you can walk through terraced rice fields, traditional Hmong houses, handicraft shops, and a beautiful waterfall while learning about local culture and daily life. After the visit, return to Sapa town and have free time for dinner or relaxation.

SLEEPER BUS

At 10:00 PM, transfer to the bus station and board the sleeper bus back to Hanoi for an overnight journey.

HANOI - NINH BINH - HOA LU ANCIENT CAPITAL

Arrive in Hanoi early in the morning and transfer to the meeting point. You will be picked up at Hanoi Opera House or the bus station and depart for Ninh Binh. Upon arrival, visit Hoa Lu Ancient Capital, the historical capital of Vietnam in the 10th century, and learn about the Dinh and Le dynasties.

TAM COC

Continue to a local restaurant for lunch, then enjoy a peaceful Tam Coc boat trip along the Ngo Dong River, passing through limestone mountains, rice fields, and natural caves.

MUA CAVE

In the afternoon, visit Hang Mua (Mua Cave) and hike to the top for a spectacular panoramic view of Tam Coc and the surrounding countryside. After the tour, the bus will drop you off at your hotel in Ninh Binh. Enjoy free time in the evening and overnight in Ninh Binh

HA LONG

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel and free time in the morning. Around 08:00 AM, the shuttle bus will pick you up at the hotel in Ninh Binh and transfer to Halong Bay to join the Cruise. Arrive at the harbor around noon and complete check-in procedures before boarding the cruise. In the afternoon, participate in cruise activities such as kayaking, swimming, or visiting floating areas and scenic spots. Relax on the sundeck and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of the bay.

HA LONG

Wake up early and enjoy the fresh morning atmosphere of Ha Long bay. Join a light breakfast on board while the cruise continues sailing through the limestone islands. In the morning, participate in cruise activities such as visiting a cave or kayaking (depending on the cruise itinerary). Return to the cruise for brunch while the boat heads back to the harbor.

HA LONG - HA NOI

Around 11:30 – 12:00, disembark at the harbor and transfer back to Hanoi by limousine/shuttle bus. Arrive in Hanoi in the afternoon and drop off at your hotel in the Old Quarter or the designated meeting point. End of services.

Detailed Itinerary

HANOI – SAPA BY DCAR LIMOUSINE: At 6:00 AM, you will be picked up from your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter and depart for Sapa by comfortable DCar limousine bus. Enjoy the scenic journey through the northern mountains with short breaks along the way

LUNCH - Y LINH HO – LAO CHAI TREKKING

FREE MORNING: Enjoy breakfast at the hotel and free time in the morning to explore Sapa town, visit local cafés, markets, or relax at your leisure. Check out of the hotel before noon and have lunch at a local restaurant

CAT CAT VILLAGE

SLEEPER BUS: At 10:00 PM, transfer to the bus station and board the sleeper bus back to Hanoi for an overnight journey

HANOI - NINH BINH - HOA LU ANCIENT CAPITAL

TAM COC: Continue to a local restaurant for lunch, then enjoy a peaceful Tam Coc boat trip along the Ngo Dong River, passing through limestone mountains, rice fields, and natural caves

MUA CAVE

Includes

  • Round-trip transfer by standard bus
  • Dcar Limousine transfer Hanoi – Sapa
  • Overnight transfer Sapa – Hanoi (sleeping bus or train)
  • English-speaking tour guide
  • 1 night at Ninh Binh or Sapa (3, 4, 5-star option) — subject to availability
  • 1 night in Sapa (3, 4, 5-star option)
  • 1 night on Halong cruise (3, 4, 5-star option)
  • Entrance fees and boat activity
  • Activities onboard: kayaking, cooking class, sunset party, squid fishing
  • Meals as indicated in the itinerary
  • Bottled water

Excludes

  • Meals not mentioned
  • Personal expenses
  • Travel insurance
  • Tips and gratuities

Important information

Meeting point

SST Travel sends the meeting point and time by email as soon as the booking is confirmed.

Know before you go

  • Free cancellation available up to 24 hours before the activity starts

About this activity

Free cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
Secure payment
Complete your booking safely with Razorpay. Full refund if you cancel 24h prior. Read more
Duration 5 days
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Live tour guide
English
Wheelchair accessible

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Falko
April 18, 2026

Thoroughly enjoyed seeing so much of the North of Vietnam. Super well organized and very communicative organizers.

Frequently Asked Questions

SST Travel sends the meeting point and time by email as soon as the booking is confirmed.
The price does not cover meals not mentioned, personal expenses, travel insurance and tips and gratuities. Everything it does cover is listed in full on this page, so if something is not on that list, budget for it separately.
Unless the option says private, this runs as a small group. The operator caps it rather than filling a coach, and if you want it to yourselves the private option is priced separately on this page.
We confirm your booking with the operator before we treat it as final, and we need at least one day's notice. Once it is confirmed you get the meeting point, the time and a contact number for the day. If the operator cannot take your date we tell you and refund you rather than leave you waiting.
Round-trip transfer by standard bus, Dcar Limousine transfer Hanoi – Sapa, Overnight transfer Sapa – Hanoi (sleeping bus or train), English-speaking tour guide, 1 night at Ninh Binh or Sapa (3, 4, 5-star option) — subject to availability, 1 night in Sapa (3, 4, 5-star option), 1 night on Halong cruise (3, 4, 5-star option), Entrance fees and boat activity, Activities onboard: kayaking, cooking class, sunset party, squid fishing, Meals as indicated in the itinerary, Bottled water
The duration of the 5-Day UNESCO Ha Long, Ninh Binh, and Sapa Tour by Sleeper Bus is typically 5 days. We recommend arriving 15 minutes before the scheduled start time for a smooth check-in. Your guide will meet you at the designated meeting point and ensure the experience runs on schedule while remaining flexible to your pace.
For most experiences, we highly recommend an early morning start. This allows you to avoid the midday heat, bypass the largest crowds, and capture the best lighting for photography. Your guide can advise on the optimal timing based on the season and specific attractions included.
Yes, once your booking is completed via our secure payment gateway, you will receive an instant confirmation email with your tour details, meeting point address, guide's name, and direct contact information. You can also view and manage your booking through your AsiaByLocals account dashboard.
Yes! All our private tours are fully customizable. Whether you want to add extra stops, skip certain locations, change the pace, or adjust the start time — simply let your guide know in advance or on the day. We aim to create a personalized experience tailored to your interests and energy level.
We offer free cancellation up to 24 hours before the scheduled start time for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may be subject to a partial charge depending on the tour type. Weather-related cancellations for outdoor and boat tours are handled on a case-by-case basis, with full refunds or free rebooking offered when safety is a concern.
Most of our experiences are family-friendly and suitable for children of all ages. However, some tours involving extensive walking, water activities, or early morning starts may be better suited for children aged 5 and above. Please check the specific tour description for age recommendations, or contact us for personalized family itinerary advice.
After booking, you will receive detailed meeting point instructions via email. Most tours include complimentary hotel pickup within the central area. For tours without pickup, your confirmation email will include the exact address, Google Maps pin, and your guide's phone number for easy coordination. Guides typically arrive 10 minutes early and will message you on WhatsApp.
We accept all major credit and debit cards (Visa, Mastercard, American Express), PayPal, Apple Pay, and Razorpay for Indian cards. All payments are processed through a PCI-compliant secure gateway with 256-bit encryption. You can also pay in multiple currencies — the price is automatically converted to your local currency at checkout.
Yes, all AsiaByLocals guides are licensed professionals who have been rigorously vetted through background checks, skill assessments, and customer reviews. Many hold government-issued tourism licenses, university degrees in history or cultural studies, and have years of experience leading tours for international travelers. Every guide maintains a minimum 4.5-star rating to remain active on our platform.
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