FANSIPAN – THE ROOF OF INDOCHINA

Arrival at Noi Bai International Airport.

Check-in and rest for the next day (note: check-in time is 14:00/15:00).

In the afternoon:

Take a short walk or a cyclo tour (30mins) around Hanoi Old Quarter. This is an attractive place where you can find out about Vietnamese architecture and green environment. It is located in the northeast of Hanoi and comprises nearly 40 streets packed with shops selling many kinds of goods. Each street named for its primary good or service
Enjoy a water puppet show at the theater - a tradditional art of Vietnam performed in a waist-deep pool. It talks about the daily life of Vietnamese, the legends and national history.

Stay overnight in Hanoi.

Transfer to Thanh Lanh Valley Golf & Resort, a masterpiece in Vietnam designed by Sir Nick Faldo.

Play one round of 18 holes.

Have lunch at the golf course (at your own expense).

Return to the hotel in Hanoi after golfing.

Have breakfast at the hotel. 

Transfer to Van Long nature reserve that is known as one of the largest nature reserves in Vietnam. It has been recognized as a Ramsar site. Take a 1.5-hour boat trip along the reserve while enjoying a spectacular view of the surroundings with rice paddies, lotus pond and limestone mountain peaks. 

Have lunch at a local restaurant. 

Head to Kenh Ga mineral hot springs. Get on a boat and ride along the small river to visit the floating fish farm, floating village Kenh Ga and get acquainted with local people. You will have a chance to explore the daily life of local people. 

Upon arrival to Kenh Ga mineral hot springs, visit the ecological area or relax in the natural hot springs pool (on your own expenses). 

Transfer to the hotel in Ninh Binh. Free and overnight in Ninh Binh. 

Have breakfast at the hotel. Check out.

Transfer to the Royal Golf Course - one of the biggest golf courses in Vietnam with two 18-hole areas: The King and the Queen Course. 

Play 1 round*18 holes. 

Have lunch at the golf course (meal on your own expenses).

After golfing, transfer to visit Hoa Lu ancient capital - the capital of Vietnam in the 10th-11th century. It is famous for its rich architectural and historical landmarks. The most sacred structures of this place are Dinh and Le Temples which worship two Kings who made a big contribution to an ancient land.

Then, transfer to Hanoi train station, take a night train to Lao Cai. 

Arrival to Lao Cai train station early morning. Transfer to Sapa town. 

Have breakfast at a local restaurant. 

Take a trekking to Cat Cat village - the most beautiful village in Sapa with peaceful views and distinctive customs of the ethnic minority H'mong. It is surrounded by rice terraces and rolling green hills that makes it a great place for trekking and sightseeing and explore the nature experience life in mountainous areas.

Have lunch at a local restaurant. 

In the afternoon, climb Ham Rong mountain (Dragon-shaped mouth) - a famous ecotourism site in Sapa town and the home to numerous kinds of flowers and orchard gardens. This is a must-see place for those who visit Sapa. Reach the Cloud Yard (Sky temple) - the highest point for sightseeing of Ham Rong mountain. From here, you can have a panorama view of Sapa town with Muong Hoa valley, Cat Cat village and Ta Van village.

Have dinner at a local restaurant. Then back to the hotel in Sapa for overnight.

Have breakfast at the hotel. 

Transfer to Silver waterfall – a famous tourist attraction in Sapa. You will be impressed by the 200-meter high waterfall gushing down from Ham Rong mountain. 

Then, transfer to Fansipan cable car station. Take the cable car and spend 20mins to enjoy the panorama view of the scenery before reaching to the destination. At a height of 2800km, stop for photo and taking a view of surroundings. Visit the pagoda and trek up to 600 steps to reach the peak of Fansipan. 

Have lunch at a local restaurant.

Afternoon, free for leisure. Stay overnight in Sapa.

Have breakfast at the hotel. Check out.

Transfer to Grand Sapa Golf Course, one of the most unique golf courses in Vietnam, is located near the majestic Hoang Lien Son mountain range, offering a spectacular landscape view.

Play one round of 18 holes, afternoon tee time. 

Have lunch at the course (at your own expense).

After golfing, take a short rest and transfer to Lao Cai train station. Take a night train to Hanoi. 

Early morning, arrival to Hanoi train station. 

Enjoy a light breakfast with famous “pho” or “banh mi”. 

Then, transfer to Noi Bai International airport for departure.  End of services.