| Day | Hanoi Arrival – Half Day City Tour |
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| 1 | Welcome to Hanoi! - the capital of Vietnam, is a bustling metropolis with a rich history and culture. We will pick you up at Noi Bai Airport and transfer you to the city center. You will have free time to relax after long flight. In the afternoon, we will visit Ba Dinh Square, the largest square in Hanoi. This is where all of the city's biggest cultural and political events take place. We will take some photos of the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum from the outside. Then we continue to the Temple of Literature, Vietnam's first university. The temple was built in 1070, and the gardens and well-preserved architecture offer a relaxing glimpse into Vietnam's past. After visiting the temple, we will walk around Hoan Kiem Lake, a picturesque lake in the heart of Hanoi. The lake is home to a number of temples and pagodas, and it is a popular spot for locals and tourists alike. We will then take a leisurely walk around the Old Quarter of Hanoi, a fascinating network of narrow alleys and shophouses. The Old Quarter is also known as "The 36 Streets," as each street is named after the merchandise that was traditionally sold there. Overnight in Hanoi. |
| Day | Hanoi – Limousine Bus to Sapa – Cat Cat Village |
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| 2 | After breakfast and checking out of our hotel, we'll be picked up by bus at your hotel in the Old Quarters area at 07:00- 07:30am and depart from Hanoi for the mountain town of Sapa (Bus ticket included). The drive will take us around 5.5 hours, but the scenery along the way is sure to be breathtaking. We'll pass through lush green hills, towering mountains, and traditional villages. When we arrive in Sapa, leave your heavy luggage at the hotel and time for lunch at your own arrangement. Check in the hotel. This afternoon, we will visit Cat Cat village, a Black H'mong village located at the foot of Fansipan Peak. We'll trek down to the valley to the waterfall where the French built a Hydraulic Power Station. Our guide will tell us about the local culture and daily life as we explore the village. In the evening, it’s your free time for your shopping and walking around Sapa night market. Overnight in Sapa. |
| Day | Sapa – Silver Waterfall – Fansipan Peak by Cable Car |
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| 3 | After breakfast, we'll transfer to Silver Waterfall - located just 12 kilometers from Sapa town, is a mesmerizing natural wonder and a popular tourist destination. Plunging down from a height of over 200 meters, the waterfall resembles a shimmering silver ribbon cascading down the mountainside, especially during the rainy season when it is at its most voluminous. The surrounding lush greenery and misty atmosphere add to the waterfall's ethereal beauty, making it a perfect spot for nature lovers and photographers alike. Later in the day, we'll drive to Sun Plaza Sapa Station to take the Muong Hoa Mountain Train. This train is a unique way to see the stunning scenery of the Muong Hoa Valley. As we ride, we'll be treated to views of forested mountains, terraced rice paddies, and blue skies buffered by thick white clouds. Upon arrival at the Fansipan Legend Cable Car Station, we take the cable car ride. This system has been recognized with 2 world records – the most extended three-line cable car system in the world (6292.5 meters) in 2016, and it offers stunning views of the surrounding mountains. We'll ride up to an altitude of 2,800 meters, and then we'll take a short hike to the peak of Fansipan, the Roof of Indochina. At the top of Fansipan, we'll visit the spiritual cultural complex, which is home to many Buddha statues. We'll also take some time to enjoy the panoramic views of the surrounding mountains and valleys. After that, we'll take the cable car back down to the valley and drive back to hotel. Overnight in Sapa. |
| Day | Sapa – Morning Free At Leisure – Afternoon Limousine Bus to Hanoi |
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| 4 | Breakfast at the hotel. This morning you are free at leisure or shopping by your own at Sapa market. Check out your hotel. After that, pick up by shuttle bus around 14:00 to drive back to Hanoi (Bus ticket included). Check-in the hotel and stay overnight in Hanoi. |
| Day | Hanoi – Halong Bay – Overnight on Cruise |
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| 5 | Breakfast at the hotel, then check out. Approximately at 8:00, you will be picked up at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarters and transferred to Ha Long Bay, the pride of the Gulf of Tonkin, a Natural World Heritage as recognized by UNESCO in 1994 and 2006. Upon arrival at the Cruise Port, you will enjoy a warm welcome from cruise staff and complete the check-in procedure for the overnight cruise to discover the magnificent beauty of this "Descending Dragon" bay, created by thousands of odd-shaped limestone rocks and karst grottoes. After a lunch on board, we can visit the Grottos, stop for swimming or kayaking, pass floating houses, and approach islets to enjoy their beauty in close proximity. Later in the afternoon, go back to the cruise and enjoy the cooking demonstration before having dinner. In the evening, attend activities on the boat or relax at your own leisure. Overnight on the cruise. |
| Day | Halong – Hanoi |
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| 6 | You should wake up early to enjoy the dawn on the sea in the early morning. The Vietnamese call the "East Sea" by a point-oriented name "Eastern Sea", so you may guess how miraculous seeing the sunrise over the islets of the Bay. After breakfast, our boat will continue to cruise in marvelous areas, where almost each islet has its own name, adopting its shape or reminiscent of Sail Island, Fisherman’s head rock, Butterfly rock or Turtle islet etc. Check out your room and have brunch on board while the cruise coming back to the pier. Disembark from the cruise, transfer back to Hanoi. Check in hotel. Your time at leisure. Overnight in Hanoi. |
| Day | Departure |
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| 7 | Breakfast at the hotel. Time at leisure until check-out, and transfer to the airport with a driver only (no guide) for the departure flight back to your sweet home. |
Inclusions
Hotel accommodation with daily breakfast.
Meals as specified in the itinerary (food only).
Transportation as specified in the itinerary.
English speaking guide.
Entrance fee.
1 bottle of mineral water (500 ml) per pax on airport pick-up and see-off day. - 2 bottles of mineral water (500 ml) per pax per tour day.
Exclusions
Visa
Airfare
Beverages and other meals not mentioned in the program
Early check-in and late check-out
Travel insurance
Personal expenses (laundry, telephone, shopping)
Tipping/ Gratuities
Any additional expenses caused by reasons beyond our control such as natural calamities (typhoon, floods), flight delays, rescheduling or cancellations, any accidents, medical evacuations, riots, strikes etc.
Surcharge for peak season
Taxes as applicable
Anything not specifically mentioned under Inclusions
Booking Instructions
Payments can be made by Cheque, Demand Draft, NEFT, RTGS or IMPS.
Cheque/Demand Draft should be in favour of "Mango Holidays India Pvt Ltd"
Tax Collection at Source (TCS) at the rate of 5% (10% if PAN not furnished) will be levied under section 206C(1G)(b) of the Income Tax Act on outbound tour services. The TCS collected will be reflected in the 26AS of the passenger in whose name invoice is raised (Lead passenger) for claiming Income Tax credit, irrespective of the person from whom payment is received. Hence the name of the person on the invoice should be confirmed at the time of booking the tour package.
In the event of cancellation of services and refund of amount, Tax collected at source under section 206C(1G)(b) of the Income Tax Act, 1961 shall not be refunded. The non-refunded TCS will be reflected in the 26AS of the passenger in whose name invoice is raised for claiming Income Tax credit.
Taxes as applicable
Exclusions
In case any sightseeing is not done due to weekly closure, an alternative sightseeing will be done for the same’.
Standard Check-in and check-out time of International hotels is usually 1500hrs and 1200hrs respectively
Please note that all rooms are based on standard category
All accommodation is subject to availability at the time of booking and the ‘next best’ alternative will be provided if your first choice is not available. Supplements may apply if the level required is not available
We reserve the right to amend/increase the cost should there be an increase in fares, taxes, fuel surcharges, security taxes or any other unforeseen circumstances
Terms & Conditions
There must be minimum 2 adults traveling together at all times
Early check-in & late checkout would be subject to availability
For guaranteed early check in / late check out, additional 1-night cost will be applicable
Rates are subject to change based on availability and date of travel
Hotel rates are not valid during trade fairs, exhibitions & special events. A surcharge will be levied
Super peak period / Conference/ Holiday season surcharges would apply
The tour cost is valid for Indian passport holders only
For detailed Terms & Conditions and Cancellation Policy, please click on www.mangoholidays.in/terms-and-conditions/There must be minimum 2 adults traveling together at all times
Early check-in & late checkout would be subject to availability
For guaranteed early check in / late check out, additional 1-night cost will be applicable
Rates are subject to change based on availability and date of travel
Hotel rates are not valid during trade fairs, exhibitions & special events. A surcharge will be levied
Super peak period / Conference/ Holiday season surcharges would apply
The tour cost is valid for Indian passport holders only
For detailed Terms & Conditions and Cancellation Policy, please click on www.mangoholidays.in/terms-and-conditions/

