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A Comprehensive 7-Day Tour of Vietnam’s North and Central Regions
This 7-day North and Central Vietnam tour is a complete travel package designed for visitors who want to experience the country’s most significant highlights in a single, well-structured itinerary. It is a journey of incredible contrasts, taking you from the thousand-year-old capital and majestic northern mountains to the sun-drenched beaches and charming heritage sites of the central coast. Expertly organized by Wigo Tourist, this tour guides you through the diverse tapestry of landscapes and cultures that define modern Vietnam.
Part 1: Northern Immersion (Days 1-4)
Day 1: Hanoi City Cultural Tour Your tour begins in Vietnam’s capital with a professionally guided half-day city tour. After a welcome lunch featuring local cuisine, you will visit key historical landmarks that tell the story of Hanoi. The itinerary includes the serene Tran Quoc Pagoda, the city’s oldest, whose tranquil island setting on West Lake has been a spiritual center for centuries. Next, you will explore the Temple of Literature, Vietnam’s first university, gaining an appreciation for the deep respect for education that has shaped the culture. The tour concludes with a poignant visit to Hoa Lo Prison, a site that reveals layers of history from the French colonial era to the Vietnam War.
Day 2: Ninh Binh Day Trip A full-day excursion to Ninh Binh province, often called “Ha Long Bay on Land,” is scheduled for day two. The itinerary includes a bicycle tour of the Hoa Lu Ancient Capital, allowing you to leisurely explore the temples dedicated to the ancient kings of the Dinh and Le dynasties. Following lunch, you will take a sampan boat tour through the Trang An Landscape Complex, a UNESCO World Heritage site. The day’s final activity is the rewarding climb up the 500 steps at Mua Cave for an unparalleled photographic opportunity over the Tam Coc valley.
Day 3: Journey to Sapa and Cat Cat Village Today, the tour proceeds north to the stunning mountain region of Sapa via a comfortable 5-hour sleeping bus. Upon arrival and hotel check-in, the afternoon is dedicated to a guided walk through Cat Cat Village. This is an immersive introduction to the daily life and rich culture of the local H’mong people, where you can observe their intricate textile weaving and traditional customs up close. The sounds of the nearby waterfall provide a constant, soothing soundtrack to your exploration. The day includes dinner at a local restaurant and an overnight stay in Sapa.
Day 4: Fansipan Peak and Return to Hanoi The morning is highlighted by an ascent of Fansipan Peak, the “Roof of Indochina,” via a modern cable car. The journey offers breathtaking views of the Muong Hoa Valley. As it is mid-September, the valley’s iconic terraced fields will be a stunning golden carpet during the peak harvest season. At the summit, you can experience the profound sense of accomplishment and the spiritual atmosphere of the beautiful temple complex that sits among the clouds. After this unforgettable experience, you will have lunch and free time in Sapa before boarding the bus to return to Hanoi. This completes the northern leg of your North and Central Vietnam tour.
Part 2: Central Coast Discovery (Days 5-7)
Day 5: Flight to Da Nang and Hoi An Exploration The second half of your North and Central Vietnam tour begins as you travel to the vibrant Central Coast. After breakfast in Hanoi, you will be transferred to the airport for your flight to Da Nang. Upon arrival, you will check into your hotel. The afternoon tour begins with a visit to the Marble Mountains, a cluster of five limestone hills with natural caves, pagodas, and panoramic viewpoints. The evening is spent in Hoi An Ancient Town, a UNESCO World Heritage site. You will have dinner and then free time to immerse yourself in the magical atmosphere of its lantern-lit streets.
Day 6: Ba Na Hills and the Golden Bridge Day six features a full-day excursion to the Ba Na Hills mountain resort. You will take a world-record-setting cable car to the top, where the highlight is a walk along the iconic Golden Bridge, an architectural marvel held aloft by two giant stone hands. You will also have ample time to explore the charming French Village, the Le Jardin D’Amour flower garden, and enjoy the attractions in Fantasy Park. After a buffet lunch, you will return to your hotel in Da Nang in the late afternoon. This day provides a spectacular conclusion to your North and Central Vietnam tour.
Day 7: Departure from Da Nang On the final day, you will enjoy breakfast at your hotel. A pre-arranged transfer, organized by Wigo Tourist, will then take you to Da Nang International Airport for your scheduled departure, concluding your comprehensive tour of Vietnam.
This complete North and Central Vietnam tour is an ideal solution for travelers seeking a full overview of Vietnam’s diverse attractions in an efficient manner. Contact Wigo Tourist for booking and further details on this exceptional North and Central Vietnam tour.
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Tour Plan
12:30AM – 05:30PM: Half Day Hanoi City Tour
- The car will pick you up for lunch.
- The half-day afternoon itinerary will include visits to the following sites:
Tran Quoc Pagoda, Temple of Literature, and Hoa Lo Prison. These are prominent cultural
landmarks of Vietnam, known for their beauty and solemn atmosphere.
- Around 5:30 PM, the itinerary will conclude. You can freely explore the Old Quarter,
have dinner, and optionally watch a water puppet show at Hoan Kiem Lake.
07:15 – 08:00: Pick up in Hanoi, depart for Ninh Binh
10:15: Bike to visit Hoa Lu Ancient Capital – temples of King Dinh & King Le
12:00: Lunch at Cozy Vietnam Restaurant and have buffet lunch
13:00: Boat trip to Trang An (~2 hours) – UNESCO site, filming location of “Kong: Skull Island”
16:00: Visit Mua Cave, climb 500 steps for panoramic view of Tam Coc
19:00: Return to Hanoi
21:00: Arrived in Hanoi and have a dinner
06:00–06:30: Sleeping bus picks you up in Hanoi Old Quarter, depart for Sapa via highway (~5 hours)
12:00–12:30: Arrive in Sapa, transfer to hotel & have lunch
14:00–14:30: Walk to Cat Cat Village – explore H’mong culture, visit Cat Cat Waterfall &
old French-built hydroelectric plant
18:00–18:30: Dinner at local restaurant
Overnight stay at hotel in Sapa Town
07:30: Have breakfast at the restaurant. Then, You can conquer Fansipan peak by the most modern cable car system
in Southeast Asia or rent a motorbike by yourself to visit the remaining beautiful scenes in the
dreamy town of Sapa such as visiting Love waterfall, the valley. Muong Hoa...
12:00 – 12:30: Have lunch, check out procedures. Free to visit and shop at Sapa market.
15:00: Delegation gets on the bus back to Hanoi.
21:00: Arrived in Hanoi and take a rest
Morning: Breakfast → Hotel check-out → Transfer to airport → Fly to Da Nang
Check in at hotel and relax
15:30: Depart for the Marble Mountains, with commentary on local highlights such as
My Khe Beach, luxury resorts, and more along the way.
16:00: Explore Non Nuoc Stone Carving Village, Xa Loi Tower,
Linh Ung I Pagoda, caves, and panoramic views from the mountain’s viewpoint.
18:00: Enjoy dinner at a local restaurant with specialties from Hoi An cuisine.
19:00: Free time to stroll around Hoi An Ancient Town, visit the
Japanese Covered Bridge, lantern-lit streets, old houses, and assembly halls.
20:30: Regroup and return to Da Nang – end of the tour."
7:30 - 8:15: The tour guide will pick you up at the hotel, and transfer to Ba Na Hills (40km)
with the longest telpher (6.000 m) in the world.
9:00: Arrive at Ba Na - Suoi Mo cable car station to achieve 4 Guinness World Records
9:30 - 11:45: You will visit:
Golden Bridge - the unique highlight of Ba Na Garden of Love "Le Jardin D'Amour" Debay Wine Cellar
French Village - "A Miniature Europe"
12:00: Have a buffet lunch at the restaurant. Free time to relax or continue to enjoy the games in Fantasy Park.
15:00: Return to cable car for leaving Ba Na Hills.
16:00: Stop at Central Specialities Supermarket for shopping.
Return to Da Nang city.
17:00: Drop you at your hotel. End tour.
Morning: Have breakfast at your hotel.
Then check out to your hotel. And our taxi will pick up you to go to the Airport.
End the 7 days 6 nights. See you again!
Note Tour
CHILDREN POLICY
– The price for children is applicable for one child sharing a twin or double cabin with 2 adults.
– The children under 5 years old are FOC (not included domestic flight ticket)
– 5-8 years old without bed: 75% adult rate
– From 9 years old: Adult rate
CANCELLATION POLICY
– Before 30 days: free of charge
– From 30-15 days before departure day: 30% of total rate
– From 7-14 days before departure day: 50% of total rate
– Less than 7 days before departure day or no-show: 100% of total rate
