Sapa to the Sea - 9 Days / 8 Nights
Exotissimo Travel was established in 1993 in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. We are now one of the longest established inbound tour operators in Indochina, Myanmar and Thailand and one of the best known.
Northern Vietnam is a treasure trove of wonders, from the fantastic hills of Sapa to the mystical waters of Halong Bay.
Your Sapa to the Sea journey begins in the buzzing capital of Hanoi. Prepare for sensory overload as the sights, smells, sounds, and tastes of Vietnam merge in to an exciting atmosphere. Explore the historical sites, winding streets, and serene lakes of the city.
An overnight train journey takes you to the far Northwest corner of Vietnam. Near to the Chinese border, the Sapa region is filled with ethnic minorities who maintain their own local culture, traditions, and dress. Spend three days trekking through the region, exploring the vast diversity whilst enjoying the fresh mountain air. Explore waterfalls, rice paddies, high mountain passes, and welcoming local villagers.
Return to the lowlands and travel east to the flatlands of the Red River Delta. A cable car ride takes you to the top of Yen Tu Mount with sweeping panoramic views of the surrounding countryside, before trekking down to visit Giai Oan pagoda. Spend the night on Tuan Chan Island amidst the calming waters of the South China Sea.
Your hard work is rewarded with an overnight cruise on the magnificent Halong Bay. Relax and put your feet up as the traditional wooden junk boat winds its way through hundreds of limestone karsts. Feast on seafood, visit mystical caves, and swim in the turquoise waters of the Bay. For those with energy remaining, kayak through the calm waters for a different viewpoint of the towering karsts. Your journey comes to an end back in Hanoi where a farewell dinner is the perfect opportunity to reflect upon the adventures of the past week. Revel in the wonders of North Vietnam's people and places whilst savoring a delicious, and well deserved, Vietnamese feast!
A renovated French colonial hotel dating back to 1901, the Sofitel Metropole Hotel Hanoi boasts a rich history and a century-long tradition of hospitality for ambassadors, statesmen and writers.
This tour incorporates two of the better known destinations in Vietnam, Hanoi with its many grandiose villa and imperial palaces dating back to the Colonial era. Not to mention its old quarter that has been a shopper's paradise since the 15th century. Also you will experience some of the finest cuisine in South-East Asia from the very traditional to modern fusion. Halong is truly one of the wonders of the world with it many islands to be enjoyed via private traditional junk that, discover this magical place at your own pace.
A brief but enchanting escapade from Hanoi. Discover the magic of Halong Bay on the grand Emeraude - an elegant replica of a paddle steamer dating back 100 years. It has all the modern comforts of today but captures the character of a golden age. On board, much attention has been paid to detail. The unique atmosphere of the boat will make this cruise a memorable sojourn. The Emeraude is more than a boat, it is an experience.