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Highlights North-Vietnam Hanoi-Sapa -NinhBinh-Halong: 5 Days

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Activity provider: Vietnam Nomadtrails
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5-day tour in Sapa, including 1/Hotel pick up and drop off (only accommodation in the and 2/ Transport by shared bus. Run by Vietnam Nomadtrails, booked direct rather than through a reseller.

Highlights

  • Runs 5 days
  • 1/Hotel pick up and drop off (only accommodation in the central areas of Hanoi)
  • 2/ Transport by shared bus
  • 3/ English speaking guide
  • 4/ 02 day cruise in Halong Bay
  • 5/ 4 nights accommodation( 1 night in an ethnic homestay, 1 night on luxury cruise and 2 nights in hotel in Hanoi)

Highlights North-Vietnam Hanoi-Sapa -NinhBinh-Halong: 5 Days: Key Facts

PriceFrom $649.87 per person
Duration5 days
LanguagesEnglish
Tour typeGuided Tour
BookingDirect with the local operator — no OTA markup

Full description

This is a 5-day experience in Sapa. It is run by Vietnam Nomadtrails, 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.

A private day with a driver-guide is the way to see the most of a Japanese city or region in one day, because it removes the transfers between sights that eat a third of the day on public transport. Prices are usually per vehicle for up to a set number of guests rather than per person, and cover the car, fuel, tolls and the guide; entrance fees and lunch are paid as you go unless the listing says otherwise. Japanese guides are licensed for the work and typically punctual to the minute. Give the operator your priorities, and expect them to reorder the day around opening hours and crowds; that is what you are paying for.

The price covers 1/Hotel pick up and drop off, 2/ Transport by shared bus, 3/ English speaking guide, 4/ 02 day cruise in Halong Bay and 5/ 4 nights accommodation. It does not cover 1/ Alcoholic beverages, 2/ Soft drinks, 3/ Personal expenses and 4/ Tips, 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.

Vietnam Nomadtrails 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 Vietnam Nomadtrails before treating your booking as final. If they cannot take your date we tell you and refund you rather than leave you waiting.

Includes

  • 1/Hotel pick up and drop off (only accommodation in the central areas of Hanoi)
  • 2/ Transport by shared bus
  • 3/ English speaking guide
  • 4/ 02 day cruise in Halong Bay
  • 5/ 4 nights accommodation( 1 night in an ethnic homestay, 1 night on luxury cruise and 2 nights in hotel in Hanoi)
  • 6/ Meals: 04 Breakfasts, 05 Lunches, 02 Dinners.
  • 7/ Kayak on Halong Bay
  • 8/ Tai Chi class
  • 9/ Vietnam cooking class
  • 10/ Boat trin in Ninh Binh
  • 11/ All sightseeing fee mentioned the description

Excludes

  • 1/ Alcoholic beverages
  • 2/ Soft drinks
  • 3/ Personal expenses
  • 4/ Tips
  • A surcharge of $80 at check-in for the group of one person and for the request of single cabin/ room(01 nights on boat and 02 nights in the hotels)
  • A surcharge of 15% on Christmas, new year, and national holidays, you will pay directly at your check-in for the trip.
  • A surcharge of 25% on Lunar new year, you will pay directly at your check-in for the trip.
  • Surcharge for Lunar New Year from 26 Jan to 2 Feb 2025: 120USD per person, due at the meeting point.

Important information

Meeting point

Vietnam Nomadtrails 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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Traveler Reviews

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Value for money
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Verified reviews from travelers on this operator’s experience
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Sascha
June 25, 2026

Zwei Sterne gibt es von mir für die Organisation des Unternehmens. Natürlich ist Landschaftlich viel geboten aber man hat 0 Zeit es auch nur einen Moment zu genießen. Die Organisation ist eine Katastrophe, die engagierten Fahrer frech. Das fing bereits mit der Abholung in meinem Hotel an. Jeder Zeitplan der mir zugeschickt wurde, wurde final überworfen und alles wurde nur noch Stressig. Versprochene Highlights wie die Taichi Stunde fanden nicht statt. Ob ich die Tour nochmal buchen würde? Definitiv NEIN. P.S. ich hätte meine Erfahrung ja genau geschildert, aber die Anzahl der Zeichen hier sind

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Keesha
September 10, 2026

liked the variety of activities. would have liked to spend some time in the city in Sapa. also the host family for the homestay did not know any English at all so it was difficult and awkward to communicate. I would have liked to learn about them and their life and family

Frequently Asked Questions

Vietnam Nomadtrails sends the meeting point and time by email as soon as the booking is confirmed.
The price does not cover 1/ alcoholic beverages, 2/ soft drinks, 3/ personal expenses and 4/ tips. Everything it does cover is listed in full on this page, so if something is not on that list, budget for it separately.
The harbour authority halts all sailings in storms, mostly July to September. If your date is cancelled you are moved to the next day or refunded in full; the operator tells you the evening before. Bring a light jacket on deck between November and March, when the bay is cool and misty.
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.
1/Hotel pick up and drop off (only accommodation in the central areas of Hanoi), 2/ Transport by shared bus, 3/ English speaking guide, 4/ 02 day cruise in Halong Bay, 5/ 4 nights accommodation( 1 night in an ethnic homestay, 1 night on luxury cruise and 2 nights in hotel in Hanoi), 6/ Meals: 04 Breakfasts, 05 Lunches, 02 Dinners., 7/ Kayak on Halong Bay, 8/ Tai Chi class, 9/ Vietnam cooking class, 10/ Boat trin in Ninh Binh, 11/ All sightseeing fee mentioned the description
The duration of the Highlights North-Vietnam Hanoi-Sapa -NinhBinh-Halong: 5 Days 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.
Starting from$649.87