Northern Vietnam Highlights - 8 Days

Name: Northern Vietnam Highlights - 8 Days
Brand: Meetup Travel
Price: 966 USD
Availability: InStock

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Tour pace

Medium

Physical rating

Easy

Tour pace

Medium

Physical rating

Easy

Place visited

HanoiNinh BinhSa PaHa Long Bay

Description

Northern Vietnam holds four of the country's most spectacular destinations, and this 8-day itinerary connects them in exactly the right order. You'll explore Hanoi by Vintage Jeep, row through Ninh Binh's limestone valley, ride the cable car to Fansipan's summit in Sapa, and finish on a cruise through Halong Bay. Hotels, transfers, entrance tickets, and domestic travel are all pre-arranged - your only job is to show up.

Itinerary

MORNING: AIRPORT ARRIVAL PICKUP

Airport Arrival Pickup

AFTERNOON: CUSTOMIZE PRIVATE "LOCAL GEM" FOOD TOUR

Meet your friendly local guide. Enjoy 6–8 authentic tastings at local gems. (Vegetarian/Vegan options strictly available upon request)

Cap off the journey with the famous Egg Coffee or a refreshing local draft beer

The tour ends at Hoan Kiem Lake. Your guide will assist you in getting back to your hotel or suggest great spots for the evening

OVERNIGHT IN HANOI

Highlights

The best first day in Vietnam starts with your stomach. A private food guide leads you through 6–8 off-menu tastings in the streets that tourists miss - Bun Cha, Banh Mi, fresh spring rolls - before landing at a hidden café for the legendary Vietnamese egg coffee. The route ends at Hoan Kiem Lake as the evening lights come on: the perfect opening act for what's ahead.

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Accomodations:Hotel as per selected package - Hanoi

MORNING: HISTORY & VILLAGE LIFE

7:30 AM - 8:00 AMOur guide and driver will pick you up at your hotel10:30 AMAncient Capital: Visit Hoa Lu, the historic capital of Vietnam (10th Century)11:15 AMVillage Cycling: Take a fun 30-minute bicycle ride through the peaceful countryside. If you don't want to cycle, you can relax at the restaurant and enjoy the mountain view12:00 PMBuffet Lunch

AFTERNOON: THE MOVIE SET & THE HIKING CHALLENGE

"Halong Bay on Land": Explore Trang An (UNESCO Site), the filming location of Kong: Skull Island

Mua Cave (The Best View): Challenge yourself to climb 500 stone steps to the top of Ngoa Long Mountain (Lying Dragon Mountain) – perfect for your Instagram Reels and profile pictures

7:00 - 7:30 PMArrive at your hotel in Hanoi

OVERNIGHT IN HANOI

Highlights

Vietnam's original capital sits frozen in time at Hoa Lu, a 10th-century citadel ringed by karst cliffs. Cycle 30 minutes through rice paddies to reach Trang An - the UNESCO site where Kong: Skull Island was filmed - and row through its cave-studded waterways. The finale: 500 stone steps up Mua Cave to a dragon-spine ridge view over the entire valley, one of the most dramatic panoramas in Vietnam.

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Accomodations:Hotel as per selected package - Hanoi

Meals Included:Lunch

MORNING

Pick up at your hotel. Feel like a movie star riding in a legendary open-air Vintage Jeep through the streets of Hanoi.

Historic Landmarks:

Cruise past the majestic Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum and Ba Dinh Square

Spiritual Vibes:

Visit Tran Quoc Pagoda on the scenic West Lake – the oldest pagoda in Hanoi with stunning architecture

The "Instagram" Moment:

We head to the famous Hanoi Train Street

Local Taste:

The tour ends with a stop for a refreshing drink or authentic local snacks

12:50 PMRETURN TO YOUR HOTEL IN THE OLD QUARTER

AFTERNOON: LEISURE OR SHOPPING

You can explore the Old Quarter for silk, souvenirs, or handicrafts

EVENING: JOURNEY TO SAPA

Overnight on a comfortable Cabin Sleeper Bus

Highlights

Hanoi's best stories are told from the back of a Vintage Jeep - rolling through the French Quarter, pausing at Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, looping the 1,500-year-old Tran Quoc Pagoda on its lake island, and squeezing down Train Street for the shot. Afternoon is yours for the Old Quarter, then the sleeper bus rolls north toward Sapa as the city disappears behind you.

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Accomodations:Hotel as per selected package - Hanoi

MORNING: CONQUERING THE ROOF OF INDOCHINA

After breakfast, we head to the Cable Car Station

Touch the Clouds:

Ride the world-record cable car to Fansipan Peak – The Roof of Indochina! Experience the feeling of floating above the clouds with Da Quyen Train and experience the Muong Hoa Valley Train

Spiritual Moment:

Visit the majestic Great Amitabha Buddha statue and explore the spiritual complex on the mountaintop

11:30 AM - 1:30 PMCOMING BACK & HAVE BUFFET LUNCH AT VAN SAM RESTAURANT

AFTERNOON: THE HMONG VILLAGE DISCOVERY

Wander through Cat Cat Village, arguably the most beautiful village in Sapa

EVENING: FREE & EASY

Explore Sapa town at night. Try local grilled snacks and Vietnamese BBQ

OVERNIGHT IN SAPA

Highlights

The cable car lifts you above the clouds to Fansipan - the Roof of Indochina at 3,143m, where the Great Amitabha Buddha stands sentinel over valleys of mist. A mountain train carries you through the Da Quyen and Muong Hoa Valley before descending into Cat Cat Village, Sapa's most beautiful ethnic minority settlement. The evening smells of charcoal and mountain herbs at a Vietnamese BBQ stall - cold air, hot grill, perfect company.

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Accomodations:Hotel as per selected package - Sa Pa

Meals Included:Breakfast, Lunch

MORNING: DESIGN YOUR OWN ADVENTURE (FREE TIME)

After breakfast, the morning is yours! You can relax at the hotel or explore these top-rated spots (highly recommended for photos):

Moana Sapa Views:

Just a short taxi ride away. Capture the perfect shot at the "Bali Gate" and the giant Hand statue without flying to Indonesia

Rong May Glass Bridge:

For the brave hearts! Experience walking on the transparent glass bridge suspended high above the mountains

Viet Trekking Coffee:

The ultimate chill spot. Enjoy a hot drink with the best view of the train passing through the mountains

AFTERNOON: FAREWELL SAPA

3:00 PMBoard the comfortable Sleeper Bus back to Hanoi

EVENING: BACK TO CAPITAL

10:00 PMArrive in Hanoi. Check in to your hotel and rest after a wonderful mountain journey

OVERNIGHT IN HANOI

Highlights

A free morning to go further on your own terms. Walk the Rong May Glass Bridge suspended above a mountain valley, find the best view in the range at Viet Trekking Coffee, or strike the pose at Moana Sapa's Bali Gate. The afternoon sleeper bus descends back toward Hanoi, trading mountain mist for city lights.

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Accomodations:Hotel as per selected package - Hanoi

Meals Included:Breakfast

MORNING: JOURNEY TO THE HERITAGE SITE

7:45 AM - 8:30 AMPick up at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter. Sit back and relax on the transfer to Ha Long Bay

AFTERNOON: DISCOVER THE WONDER

12:00 PMSavor a delicious lunch at the luxurious restaurant as the ship cruises past thousands of limestone islands. (Vegetarian options)

Conquer Titop Island (for the panoramic view), explore Sung Sot Cave (the largest & most magical cave)

EVENING: SUNSET PARTY & GALA DINNER

OVERNIGHT ON THE CRUISE

Highlights

The limestone towers of Ha Long Bay arrive slow and cinematic over the bow of your cruise. Climb Titop Island for a panoramic island-and-sea vista, then enter the stalactite-lit chambers of Sung Sot Cave - the grandest grotto in the bay. Sunset cocktails on the sundeck, followed by a gala dinner as the bay settles into deep quiet around you.

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Accomodations:Luxury Cruise - Ha Long Bay

Meals Included:Lunch, Dinner

MORNING: SERENITY & ADVENTURE

6:15 AMSunrise Tai Chi: Wake up early to breathe the fresh sea air. Practice Tai Chi on the sundeck as the sun rises over the limestone peaks6:30 AMMorning Tea: Enjoy a light breakfast with hot coffees, teas, and pastries7:30 AMDiscover Luon Cave: We head to the most unique spot in the bay by kayak8:30 AMRelaxation: Back on board

LATE MORNING: THE GRAND BRUNCH

10:00 AMEnjoy a full Brunch Buffet to keep you full for the journey back

AFTERNOON: BACK TO CAPITAL

OVERNIGHT IN HANOI

Highlights

Begin with sunrise Tai Chi on the open deck as mist rises off the karst towers. Paddle through the narrow stone arch of Luon Cave by kayak - one of Ha Long's most intimate moments - then return for a generous brunch buffet before the cruise heads back to shore. The bay saves its best light for last.

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Accomodations:Hotel as per selected package - Hanoi

Meals Included:Breakfast, Lunch

MORNING

Enjoy your final breakfast at the hotel

Board your flight back home. We wish you a safe journey with a suitcase full of souvenirs and a heart full of happy memories

FREE MILESTONE!

Highlights

Hanoi in the morning is coffee, newspaper vendors, and a city that doesn't rush. Use the hours before your flight to revisit Hoan Kiem Lake, grab one last egg coffee, or browse the silk shops of the Old Quarter for gifts not yet bought. One final breath of the city - then the road to the airport.

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Meals Included:Breakfast

Included

Accommodation for all nights mentioned on tour
Breakfast for all days in Hotel
Lunch & Dinner mentioned on tour
Entrance tickets, domestic flight – Vietnam Airlines & transportation mentioned on tour

Excluded

Tips for waiters and drivers
Personal expenses and souvenirs
Additional food & drinks beyond the included tastings
International Flights

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maryeasterclairep

Jun 2026

My Magical Experience at Hanoi and Sapa

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Sightseer350693

Jun 2026

Stress-Free and Enjoyable Vietnam Tour

We recently joined a Hanoi and Sapa tour organized by Meetup Travel, and we had a wonderful experience. The itinerary was well-planned, and everything was organized smoothly from start to finish. Hanoi was vibrant and full of culture, while Sapa offered breathtaking mountain views and a peaceful atmosphere. The tour coordinators @Krystal and @Henry were very helpful, responsive, and made sure everyone was comfortable throughout the trip. Transportation, accommodations, and scheduled activities were handled efficiently, allowing us to enjoy the experience without worries. Thank you to Meetup Travel for helping us create memorable moments in Vietnam. We highly recommend them to anyone looking for a hassle-free and enjoyable travel experience.

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S9198GFsamb

Jun 2026

Excellent Customer Service

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32eduardoe

Jun 2026

The Best, Well Organized, Professional, Friendly travel agency you can get in Vietnam

Our choice of Hanoi for our Rotary strategic planning was a great choice. Meetup travel took care of all our needs from the time of inquiry, arrival, meeting, to our tour proper. Henry, Stella and the rest of the team were so helpful. They made sure everything we needed for our meeting was available. Our customized tour was so good, everyone was all smiles. Our trip to Halong Bay was memorable because of a very professional and witty guide named Tiger. Out mid trip changes were likewise accommodated. Surely this experience will make us want to come back to Vietnam.

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Saujhanynair

Jun 2026

The besttt !!

I had the best experience travelling to SaPa and Hanoi with the help of MeetUp travel. They were very helpful and friendly I never felt like dealing with strangers.. instead more like family., everything went smoothly and was up to my expectations. I would highly recommend to engage with them whenever you’re planning for a trip to Vietnam. A special thanks to Hazel, Allie, Chloe, Krystal, Stella, and Ted whom have been there throughout my journey.. also not forgetting my local guide SuSu for the best hospitality and more like a friend as well. Thank you to the entire team !!

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HagenZin

Jul 2026

Solo travel to Tà Xùa

Booked through Meetup for my trip to Tà Xùa from Hà Nội. Hazel and Rosie were incredibly helpful with their prompt replies for every question I had. They would also check in with you while you’re on the way to your destination. Everything was arranged quite well. Itinerary sent to you directly for the trip you’re making. However, there’s a little room for improvement for the team at MeetUp and that’s the coordination between the team and the drivers (at the destination) and the hotel or homestay staff at the destination (for both arrival and departure). All information should be prearranged, collected beforehand and given to the guest at earliest possible time to avoid any confusion or misunderstanding. Other than that, the trip was rewarding experience overall thanks to Hazel, Rosie and the rest of the team! 🤘🏽

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BenjaminS1861

Jun 2026

Sapa Magic with Meetup!

Meetup Travel is unique. Jasmine talked to me face-to-face online 2 times before we confirm the trip to Sapa. Usually, travel agencies only send the itinerary but Meetup has agents to customize the tour package, talking to you. Jasmine is very friendly and interesting to talk to. She understands the needs and wishes of customers. In the advent of artificial intelligence, Jasmine makes customers feel human and cared for. The limousine van was comfortable with several stops for toilet breaks and food/drinks. Hanoi to Sapa is about 6 to 7 hours away. The Sapa tour packages were well-organized with a local tour guide, Vang. He takes good photographs with his professional camera. Which tour agent provides such a service? You have to pay a lot of money for a professional photographer to go along with you. And not all tour guides can take good photographs for you and your family, patiently and with many poses. We recommend you to have a private tour if photographs are important to you. As we have a toddler, private tours maximize your comfort and enjoyment of the tour. Vang is also kind and attentive to your wishes. Meetup Travel agents also communicate often with us. Chloe also briefed us before the tour to ensure we knew what to do during the tours. And Chloe and her team of agents never fails to make us feel like family in a group chat. We talked often about the tours and raised problems to them. They replied within seconds! Usually, tour agents don’t talk to you after payment, only the tour guide brings you around. Hence, Meetup Travel is a very different kind of travel agencies that you can’t find easily. Just pay a little more and you are provided with 5-star service and attention! You have paid so much money on your tour package. Why not pay a little more to have a perfect holiday experience?

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shineyp2017

May 2026

Awesome experience

Huge thanks to Grace and Lena for organizing our recent family vacation! The overall journey was exceptionally comfortable and turned out to be a truly memorable experience. While no trip is without a few minor hiccups but they handled everything so well.Grace and Lena are fantastic at what they do, and we deeply appreciate all their hard work.

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vivianpJ1961YT

Jun 2026

Best experience of Vietnam!!!

Just wanted to say the biggest thank you to Bichann and Chloe as well as the rest of the Meetup Travel team for all the support during our family’s trip to Hanoi and Sapa. Your constant communication and dedication made our trip seemless and resolved all issues that arose as soon as possible. The tour guides and services provided (including transportation to all locations and to and from the airpor) was amazing and so accommodating for our elderly grandparents. 100% recommend to anyone who wants a fun-filled experience with knowledgable agents, that always on hand to answer queries- no matter the time zone.

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Culture67416894756

Jul 2026

Family travel

I had visited Hanoi and Danang in June and absolutely loved danang. I would like to thank meet up travel team who coordinated the same for me. Hazel was very helpful. Miss you Vietnam.

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ketansaim

Jul 2026

They made it memorable

The best people in this business I would not have anyone else plan my travel Very responsive and they care about you it’s like a family I loved my trip with them Thank you everyone

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Cruiser44366482657

Jun 2026

Wonderful experience

Excellent planning and helpful bunch of staff! They were attentive to our needs and made plans to suit the dynamics of the group - We travelled as a family with elderly and young children! They made the trip less stressful to plan for and its kudos to their planning that everyone has so much fun! Always available to address our queries when we need. Wonderful agency to engage when you visit Vietnam! Our planners are Krystal and Rosie! Thank you ladies!

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4-Star Package

$966

5-Star Package

$1,091

Private 4-Star

$1,299

Private 5-Star

$1,424

Children policy:

Ages 0–4: 30% of adult priceUnder 5 years old
Ages 5–9: 50% of adult price5-9 years old
Ages 10–17: 70% of adult price10-17 years old

Cancellation policy:

Hotels, Cruises & Group Tours

Refunds and cancellations for hotels and cruises are subject to each hotel's or cruise's policy
We will support you in reviewing and processing these policies on a case-by-case basis
Free cancellation for group tours: up to 2 days before departure
50% cancellation fee: for cancellations made before 6:00 PM the day prior to departure
100% cancellation fee: for cancellations made after 6:00 PM the day prior to departure

Private Tours

Free cancellation: up to 7 days before departure
50% cancellation fee: for cancellations made within 4-7 days before departure
100% cancellation fee: for cancellations made within 3 days of departure
Note: In case of cancellation within 3 days, a small partial refund may be issued for non-fixed services such as meals or entrance tickets. This amount is usually minimal and will be calculated individually at the time of cancellation.

Important Notice

Refund processing times depend on the respective airline, hotel, cruise, or service provider.
Meetup Travel will always assist customers in ensuring a smooth and transparent process.

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$966

Important Notice:

This is an estimated price (with ~90% accuracy). The final cost is subject to change based on your specific customization requests and fluctuations in airfare or entrance fees.
Price for kids can be changed based on their age and height.

Overviews

Place visited

Description

Itinerary

Day 1

MORNING: AIRPORT ARRIVAL PICKUP

AFTERNOON: CUSTOMIZE PRIVATE "LOCAL GEM" FOOD TOUR

OVERNIGHT IN HANOI

Day 2

Day 3

Day 4

Day 5

Day 6

Day 7

Day 8

MORNING

FREE MILESTONE!

Included

Excluded

Reviews

Excellent Customer Service

One on the Bucket

Great Experience with MeetUp Travel for Vietnam

Awesome trip to Vietnam Hanoi/Halong Bay/Sapa by Rosie and Krystal

My Magical Experience at Hanoi and Sapa

vietnam first time!

An unforgettable Honeymoon experience

We are Happy

My Magical Experience at Hanoi and Sapa

Stress-Free and Enjoyable Vietnam Tour

Excellent Customer Service

The Best, Well Organized, Professional, Friendly travel agency you can get in Vietnam

The besttt !!

Solo travel to Tà Xùa

Sapa Magic with Meetup!

Awesome experience

Best experience of Vietnam!!!

Family travel

They made it memorable

Wonderful experience

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