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Comprehensive 6-Day Hanoi and Sapa Cultural & Scenic Adventure

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Day 1: Arrival and Old Quarter

Hanoi, Vietnam on June 24, 2025

7:00pm

Check-in and Relax

Check-in to your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter to settle in after your arrival. Choose a hotel like the Hanoi La Siesta Hotel & Spa for central location and comfort.
VND1200000, 1h

8:00pm

Dinner at Bun Cha Ta

Enjoy traditional Northern Vietnamese cuisine, particularly the famous Bun Cha, grilled pork served with rice noodles and herbs. Bun Cha Ta is open until 10pm.
VND120000, 1h

9:30pm

Evening Walk at Hoan Kiem Lake

Stroll around the beautifully lit Hoan Kiem Lake and soak up the vibrant atmosphere of Hanoi’s Old Quarter.
Free, 1h
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Day 2: Hanoi Cultural Exploration

Hanoi, Vietnam on June 25, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Kafeville

Start your day with specialty coffee and healthy breakfast options at Kafeville, open from 7am.
VND100000, 1h

9:00am

Visit the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum

Visit the iconic mausoleum where the embalmed body of Ho Chi Minh is displayed. Open 8am-11am on weekdays; closed on Mondays and Fridays.
Free, 1h

10:30am

Temple of Literature

Explore Vietnam’s first university exhibiting traditional Vietnamese architecture and scholarly history, open 8am-5pm.
VND30000, 1h

12:00pm

Lunch at Cha Ca Thang Long

Taste Hanoi’s famous grilled fish dish, Cha Ca, served with dill and rice noodles, open until 3pm.
VND180000, 1h

1:30pm

Vietnam Museum of Ethnology

Discover the diverse ethnic groups of Vietnam by exploring traditional costumes, artifacts, and houses. Open 8am-6pm.
VND40000, 2h

4:00pm

Walk around West Lake and Tran Quoc Pagoda

Enjoy a relaxing walk by the largest lake in Hanoi and visit Tran Quoc, the oldest Buddhist pagoda in the city.
Free, 1h

6:00pm

Dinner at Home Vietnamese Restaurant

Dine at a well-loved local restaurant that serves authentic Northern Vietnamese dishes in a charming setting.
VND250000, 1h30m
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Day 3: Transit to Sapa & Local Markets

Hanoi to Sapa, Vietnam on June 26, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at Hotel

Have an early breakfast at your hotel to prepare for the journey to Sapa.
Included, 30m

8:00am

Bus or Train to Sapa

Take a scenic 5 to 6-hour bus or train journey from Hanoi to Sapa, enjoying stunning views of Northern Vietnam.
VND300000, 6h

2:30pm

Check-in at Sapa Hotel

Settle in at a comfortable hotel such as the Sapa Horizon Hotel in Sapa town centre.
VND900000, 1h

4:00pm

Visit Sapa Market

Explore Sapa's vibrant local market where ethnic minority groups sell handmade textiles, fresh produce, and souvenirs. Market usually closes by 6pm.
Free, 1h

6:30pm

Dinner at Good Morning Sapa Restaurant

Enjoy a mix of local and Western dishes in a friendly atmosphere to wind down your travel day.
VND200000, 1h
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Day 4: Sapa Trekking and Villages

Sapa, Vietnam on June 27, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at Hotel

Have a wholesome breakfast at your hotel before embarking on your trekking adventure.
Included, 30m

8:00am

Full-Day Trek to Cat Cat and Lao Chai Villages

Join a guided trek to traditional Hmong and Black Dao minority villages surrounded by stunning rice terraces and waterfalls.
VND450000 (guided trek), 7h

3:30pm

Return to Sapa Town

Relax and freshen up after your trekking before dinner.
Free, 1h

6:30pm

Dinner at The Hill Station Signature

Sample contemporary Vietnamese dishes made with local ingredients in a cozy restaurant setting.
VND300000, 1h30m
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Day 5: Fansipan and Relaxation

Sapa, Vietnam on June 28, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Hotel

Enjoy hotel breakfast before an exciting day of adventure.
Included, 30m

8:30am

Fansipan Cable Car Adventure

Take the cable car to Fansipan Summit, known as the 'Roof of Indochina,' for panoramic views of the Hoang Lien Son mountain range. Open 7:30am - 6pm.
VND850000, 4h

1:00pm

Lunch at Sapa Cuisine Restaurant

Relax with a delicious meal featuring specialties such as grilled oxtail and local herbs.
VND220000, 1h

3:00pm

Visit Silver Waterfall and Love Waterfall

Explore two scenic waterfalls near Sapa, perfect for peaceful afternoon nature walks.
VND55000 (entrance combined ticket), 2h

6:30pm

Dinner at Le Gecko Sapa Restaurant

Enjoy French-Vietnamese fusion cuisine in a relaxed ambiance to end your Sapa stay.
VND350000, 1h30m
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Day 6: Return and Departure

Sapa to Hanoi, Vietnam on June 29, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at Hotel

Have an early breakfast to prepare for departure.
Included, 30m

8:00am

Travel Back to Hanoi

Return to Hanoi by bus or train, enjoying the mountainous landscapes once more.
VND300000, 6h

2:30pm

Check-in at Hanoi Hotel

Relax at your hotel in Hanoi and prepare for onward travel.
VND1200000, 1h

4:00pm

Visit Dong Xuan Market

Do last-minute shopping at Hanoi’s largest indoor market renowned for souvenirs and street food, open until 7pm.
Free, 1h

6:30pm

Farewell Dinner at Quan An Ngon

Enjoy a final meal sampling an extensive variety of Vietnamese street food dishes in an elegant open-air setting.
VND300000, 1h30m
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