Choosing a splendors of Tonkin 6 Days tour means discovering the highlights of Northern Vietnam at a well-balanced pace. This carefully designed Northern Vietnam journey allows travelers to explore iconic landscapes – from the famous terraced rice fields of the north to traditional villages – while encouraging meaningful and authentic encounters with local communities.
Ideal for a first discovery of the country, this itinerary offers an authentic Vietnam travel experience, combining nature, culture, and daily life without rushing, making it a true Northern Vietnam cultural tour away from mass tourism.
Jour 1 : Hanoi – Lao Cai
Jour 2 : Sapa
Jour 3 : Sapa – Bac Ha
Jour 4 : Hanoi – Hoa Lu – Tam Coc
Jour 5 : Tam Coc – Ha Long Bay
Jour 6 : Ha Long Bay – But Thap pagoda – Hanoï
Meet your driver and enjoy an evening transfer to Hanoi railway station for the overnight train to Lao Cai, departing around 9:00 PM. This marks the beginning of your splendors of Tonkin 6 days tour, opening your Northern Vietnam journey with a gentle and immersive introduction.
Settle into a comfortable, air-conditioned cabin with four soft berths for a relaxing overnight ride.
Distance: 10 km
Overnight: Night train
Early morning arrival in Lao Cai, followed by a scenic mountain drive to Sa Pa, nestled on the slopes of a lush green valley. A true cultural crossroads of the Tonkin region, Sa Pa is home to several ethnic groups such as the H’mong, Dzao, Dzay, Tay, and Hani, who preserve their traditional lifestyles – an essential part of this Northern Vietnam cultural tour.
Discover the stunning Muong Hoa Valley, renowned for its iconic terraced rice fields of Northern Vietnam and the villages of the Black H’mong, Dzay, and Red Dzao communities. Enjoy a walk along small trails connecting Lao Chai and Ta Van villages, offering meaningful encounters with local people and a truly authentic Vietnam travel experience at the heart of your Northern Vietnam journey. Return to Sa Pa by late morning for lunch.
In the afternoon, a short transfer takes you to Cat Cat Village, located at the foot of Mount Fansipan. Enjoy a second walk to explore the daily life and traditions of the H’mong people, further enriching your splendors of Tonkin 6 days tour. Return to Sa Pa for an overnight stay at the hotel.
Distance: 50 km / approx. 1 hour
Overnight: Hotel
Early departure to Bac Ha, famous for its weekly market, the largest ethnic market in Northern Vietnam. Every week, this iconic gathering place of the Tonkin region brings together numerous ethnic groups from the surrounding mountains, dressed in their vibrant traditional costumes—an essential highlight of this Northern Vietnam cultural tour.
You will meet the Flower H’mong, Tay, Nung, Phula, and Dzao communities, who come to trade agricultural products, livestock, rice, sugarcane, fresh fruits, and especially the renowned Bac Ha corn alcohol, a true local specialty. More than just a market, Bac Ha is a major social event where ethnic minorities gather around a glass of rice wine and a bowl of soup to share stories and moments of conviviality, offering a deeply authentic Vietnam travel experience during your Northern Vietnam journey.
In the afternoon, enjoy a walk through Ban Pho 1 and Ban Pho 2 villages to discover the daily life of the colorful Flower H’mong people.
At the end of the day, transfer to Lao Cai railway station for the overnight train back to Hanoi, continuing your immersive Splendors of Tonkin 6 Days Tour.
Distance: 170 km / approx. 4 hours
Overnight: Night train
As part of your splendors of Tonkin 6 days tour, depart at 8:00 AM for Ninh Binh, located about 100 km southeast of Hanoi, in the heart of the Tonkin region. This iconic stage of your Northern Vietnam journey leads you into a land where nature and history blend in perfect harmony.
Visit the temples of Hoa Lu, the former capital of Vietnam dating back to the 17th century. Set in a lush green landscape, these historic structures are surrounded by peaceful gardens, lotus ponds, and fragrant frangipani trees, offering a serene cultural interlude typical of a refined Northern Vietnam cultural tour.
Continue to Tam Coc, often referred to as the “Halong Bay on land.” Lunch will be served at a local restaurant, where you will enjoy regional specialties such as goat meat and freshwater shellfish from Ninh Binh, enhancing your authentic Vietnam travel experience.
In the afternoon, embark on a traditional rowing boat excursion through a spectacular natural landscape of limestone karsts, tranquil rivers, and terraced rice fields of Northern Vietnam. Glide through the three Tam Coc caves carved into the mountains, for a moment that is both relaxing and enchanting.
The day concludes with a cycling excursion to the elegant Bich Dong Pagodas, nestled against a limestone mountain. Overnight stay at a hotel in Tam Coc.
Distance: 100 km / approx. 2 hours
Overnight: Hotel
Continue your Splendors of Tonkin 6 Days Tour with a scenic drive to Halong Bay, traveling through the heart of the Tonkin region. Upon arrival, embark on a comfortable traditional junk for a leisurely cruise through this UNESCO-listed bay, a highlight of your Northern Vietnam journey.
Enjoy lunch on board while sailing among spectacular limestone karsts and observing the daily life of local fishing communities, an essential part of an authentic Vietnam travel experience. In the afternoon, stop in a secluded natural setting with time to relax or swim in turquoise waters, before returning to the junk. Dinner and a peaceful overnight stay on board complete this immersive Northern Vietnam cultural tour.
Distance: 160 km / approx. 3 hours
Overnight: Cruise
Start the day with a gentle cruise through Halong Bay at sunrise, surrounded by iconic limestone islets that symbolize the Tonkin region. This final moment offers a serene conclusion to your Northern Vietnam journey.
Disembark around 11:30 AM and return to Hanoi. En route, visit But Thap Pagoda, a national heritage site and one of the finest examples of Buddhist architecture in Northern Vietnam. Nestled in a peaceful green setting, it provides a contemplative end to your splendors of Tonkin 6 days tour.
Arrive in Hanoi by late afternoon, marking the end of your enriching authentic Vietnam travel experience and Northern Vietnam cultural tour.
From $437 per person
All payments in dollars (USD) are converted according to the exchange rate published on xe.com on the payment date.
The price includes the full program, accommodation, listed meals, transfers, and English-speaking guide services.
You may choose from several payment options:
Cash: Pay directly at the QASIA TRAVEL office in Hanoi, with no additional fees.
Credit Cards: Visa, MasterCard, American Express, JCB (bank fees, if any, are borne by the client).
Bank Transfer: Payment accepted in euros (€) or US dollars (USD).
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