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Description: 10 days ex Hanoi with 2-day kayak ride: Hanoi, Ba Be, Cao Bang, Lang Son, Hai Phong, Cat Ba, Lan Ha Bay, Halong Bay and Hanoi.

With rolling mountains and blue seas, north-eastern Vietnam embraces a spectrum of diversity still little known to local and foreign travellers alike. Cruising on immense Lake Ba Be, strolling around colorful hill-tribe fairs, viewing extraordinary limestone landscape and sailing in virgin Lan Ha Bay surely make the trip memorable. Besides, a visit to secluded villages of the Tay and Nung tribes and a kayak ride in deserted coves will give visitors unforgettable experiences. The tour also offers them opportunities for shopping at border markets which sell a wide range of consumer goods at bargain prices. During the vacation in the bay, overnight stays on tour boats or in tents and full board will be arranged. Equipment such as snorkeling gear, sleeping bags, raincoats, torches, tents, mosquito nets will be furnished.

 

 

Day 1: Arrival in Hanoi

Arrive at Noi Bai Airport. Pick up and transfer to a hotel. Hanoi, Vietnam’s capital city, boasts tree-lined streets and centuries-old temples. An afternoon sightseeing tour features both cultural and historical highlights, comprising the Temple of Literature, the Ethnology Museum, the old quarters and a downtown pedicab ride (1 hour). O/N in Hanoi.

 

 

Day 2: Hanoi– Ba Be

Leave for Ba Be (240km) passing picturesque tea plantations, terraced rice fields and forested mountains. Ba Be, a national park covering 23,340 hectares, comprises a chain of natural lakes and diverse fauna & flora. Late in the afternoon, take a short boat ride on the lake to Pac Ngoi, a cluster of lakeside houses-on-stilts of the Tay tribe. Stroll along the village path and visit local houses. O/N at a guest house at the national park.

 

 

 

 

Day 3: Ba Be – Cao Bang

In the morning, enjoy a boat ride on the Nang River and Lake Ba Be. Explore Puong Cave, Tay tribe villages and Fairy Pond Islet. Discover more about the secrets of evergreen tropical forests. In the afternoon, transfer to Cao Bang (130km) via a mountainous road winding across beautiful passes (Gio, Tai Sin Ho and Cao Bac). O/N in Cao Bang.

 

 

 

Day 4: Excursion to Ban Gioc

 

Enjoy a full-day trip to Ban Gioc, 90km from Cao Bang boasting one of the most magnificent waterfalls in Vietnam. As Ban Gioc is located in a border area, a travel permit is to be arranged for every visitor. The trip also gives opportunities to visit a bustling hill-tribe fair (held every 5 days), forge villages of the Nung tribe at Phuc Sen, magical caves at Nguom Ngao and splendid limestone valleys at Trung Khanh. Have picnic lunch en route. Return to Cao Bang. O/N in Cao Bang.

 

 

 

Day 5: Cao Bang – Lang Son

The morning sightseeing trip is a pleasant drive to Pac Bo (60km) where President Ho Chi Minh’s hide-out built in 1941 can be seen. It is an ideal place to breathe fresh forest breezes and walk along a poetic stream in natural surroundings. Visit colorful hill-tribe markets (held every 5 days) en route. In the afternoon, transfer to Lang Son (130km), a major commercial gateway between Vietnam and China. O/N in Lang Son.

 

 

 

 

Day 6: Lang Son – Hai Phong

The morning sightseeing tour features the lady-shaped rock formation of To Thi, Tam Thanh Cave and Nhi Thanh Cave. Wander around the Dong Kinh Market selling a wide variety of Chinese goods. In the afternoon, transfer to Hai Phong (260km) via smooth roads passing rice fields and industrial parks. O/N in Hai Phong.

 

 

 

 

 

Day 7: Hai Phong – Cat Ba

 

Depart for Cat Ba Island (50km) via a newly-built road on the southern edge of the island, passing straits, salt marshes, lush valleys and breath-taking cliffs. On arrival at Beo Jetty, board a private schooner for a cruise (1 hour) in Lan Ha Bay, famous for its primitive islands, crescent beaches, tidal caves and crystal-clear coves. There is also time for kayaking and swimming at sunset. O/N in Cat Ba.

 

 

 

 

Day 8: Cat Ba - Ha Long bay

The day features an exciting exploration of Halong Bay, a World Heritage site recognized by UNESCO in 1994. Relish the tranquility of nature from the upper deck and visit some magic caves. Lunch of fresh seafood is served on board. O/N in Ha Long.

 

 

 

Day 9: Ha Long bay - Hanoi

Transfer to Hanoi . The sightseeing day ends with a water puppet show, a theatrical genre reflecting the agricultural civilization of thousands of years ago. O/N in Hanoi.

 

 

 

Day 10: Departure from Hanoi

Downtown shopping (embroideries, lacquer ware, wood-carvings,...).or at leisure before check-out. Transfer to the airport for departure.

Price : us $1020 / 1pax based for 2 people travelling together

 

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Trip inclusive :
· All accommodation on double basis with daily breakfast
· All transfers/ transports
· English speaking guide
· Meals as indicated
· Boat cruising in Halong bay
· Admission fees and permits where applicable
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Trip exclusive:
· Pre/post trip arrangement
· Visa and visa arrangement
· Travel insurance
· Meals not indicated
· Other personal expenses
· Tips and gratuities