The Best of Northern Vietnam - 7 Days / 6 Nights

Colourful hill tribes, giant limestone karsts rising dramatically from emerald seas, and a bustling capital city are what make Northern Vietnam a delight for the senses. The sights, sounds, and tastes of the region are explored in style on this week-long tour.

Start in Vietnam's capital, a city where gorgeous colonial and ancient Vietnamese-style buildings are surrounded by streets swirling with motorbikes and roving vendors peddling their wares out of bamboo baskets. The rich flavours of the local cuisine and the vibrant colours of the local markets add to the sensory delights of Hanoi. The capital is also filled with cultural and historic sites, including the solemn mausoleum of Ho Chi Minh, the serene Temple of Literature, and the French-style Opera House.

From Hanoi, to Sapa, a former French hill-resort nestled in a beautiful valley near the Chinese border. Sapa is one of the most colorful destinations in Vietnam and the perfect base for exploring the markets and villages of the region's hill tribe peoples.

Travel from northern Vietnam through the Red River Delta to Halong Bay, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known locally as 'the descending dragon', Halong Bay is a truly a wonderful destination. Cruise the bay and enjoy excursions to grottoes where amazing and unsuspected shapes are pointed out to you, uncovering legends.

From the city to the mountains and then on to the seas, explore the diverse beauty of Northern Vietnam in style. Relax and enjoy as Exotissimo's professional travel team take you on a tour that is sure to delight the senses and introduce you to the delights of this wondrous region.