Golden rice terraces on the hills around Sapa, Vietnam

Vietnam · 9 nights, 10 days

Vietnam with Sapa & Fansipan

from ₹1,07,300 per person, twin sharing, flights extra

Hanoi to Halong Bay to Sapa to Da Nang to Hoi An to Ho Chi Minh City

About this trip

Top to bottom of Vietnam in ten days, with two days in Sapa’s mountains. A night on Halong Bay and a cable car up Fansipan, then Ba Na Hills, Hoi An and Saigon.

One of our Vietnam tour packages from Kochi. Flights quoted from your city.

Going from Kerala

There is no non-stop flight from Kerala at the moment: most routes from Kochi change once, in Singapore, Kuala Lumpur or Bangkok, for Ho Chi Minh City or Hanoi. We fly you into one city and out of the other, so no day is lost going back.

The Christmas break suits the north (Hanoi and Halong Bay are cool and clear) and the south alike. In the April–May summer break, Da Nang and Hoi An are at their best. The Onam break is still good for Da Nang and Hoi An; the north is in its monsoon then: hot, green and showery.

Length
9 nights, 10 days
Route
Hanoi to Halong Bay to Sapa to Da Nang to Hoi An to Ho Chi Minh City

Vietnam at a glance

  • Heritage
  • Cruise
  • Hills
  • Adventure

Highlights

  • Overnight cruise on Halong Bay
  • Cable car up Fansipan
  • Mountain town stay in Sapa
  • Golden Bridge at Ba Na Hills
  • Basket boat in Bay Mau coconut forest
  • Lantern-lit Hoi An Ancient Town
  • Cu Chi Tunnels near Saigon

Route

  1. Hanoi
  2. Halong Bay
  3. Sapa
  4. Da Nang
  5. Hoi An
  6. Ho Chi Minh City
  • Hotel
  • Breakfast
  • Transfers
  • Cruise

Day by day

  1. Day 1:Arrive Hanoi to Halong Bay Cruise

    Land in Hanoi and drive straight to Halong Bay to board your shared overnight cruise among the limestone islands.

    • Private transfer from Hanoi airport to Halong Bay
    • Board the shared overnight cruise
    • Cave visit and swimming
    • Time on a beach or island
    • Sunset on the sundeck

    Meals:Lunch & Dinner on the cruise

  2. Day 2:Halong Bay to Hanoi

    Turtle Tower on its islet in Hoan Kiem Lake, among the trees of Hanoi
    Hanoi

    Wake to sunrise on the bay, take a rowboat out among the rocks, then cruise back and drive to Hanoi.

    • Sunrise on the bay
    • Rowboat ride
    • Brunch on board
    • Disembark and transfer to Hanoi

    Meals:Breakfast & Brunch on the cruise

  3. Day 3:Hanoi to Sapa

    Ride a comfortable shared limousine bus about six hours into the northern mountains and settle into Sapa.

    • Shared limousine bus to Sapa
    • Check in and relax in Sapa town

    Meals:Breakfast

  4. Day 4:Fansipan by Cable Car

    A private half-day trip up Fansipan, the highest mountain in Indochina, with sweeping views from the top.

    • Round-trip cable car to Fansipan
    • Climb about 600–700 steps to the summit
    • Optional (extra cost): mountain train instead of the steps
    • Explore the spiritual complex on the mountain
    • Take in the mountain views
    • Return to Sapa town

    Meals:Breakfast

  5. Day 5:Sapa to Hanoi

    An early start on the shared limousine bus back to Hanoi, arriving in time to check in.

    • Shared limousine bus to Hanoi
    • Check in and free time in Hanoi

    Meals:Breakfast

  6. Day 6:Hanoi Tour, Fly to Da Nang

    A private morning tour of Hanoi’s best-known corners, then an afternoon flight south to Da Nang.

    • Train Street
    • Hoan Kiem Lake
    • Opera House (outside)
    • Old Quarter
    • Flight to Da Nang and hotel transfer

    Meals:Breakfast

  7. Day 7:Ba Na Hills & Golden Bridge

    A full private day at Ba Na Hills, riding the cable car up to the famous Golden Bridge and gardens.

    • Cable car up Ba Na Hills
    • Golden Bridge
    • Le Jardin D’Amour and Linh Ung Pagoda
    • Free time at Fantasy Park (some games and rides extra)
    • Lunch at own cost

    Meals:Breakfast

  8. Day 8:Coconut Forest & Hoi An

    Tiled roofs and yellow houses of Hoi An old town seen from above, Vietnam
    Hoi An

    A slow beach morning, then a basket boat ride and an evening walk through lantern-lit Hoi An.

    • Free morning on the beach
    • Basket boat in Bay Mau coconut forest
    • Walking tour of Hoi An Ancient Town and the Hoai River
    • Japanese Covered Bridge
    • Free time at Hoi An Night Market
    • Return to Da Nang

    Meals:Breakfast

  9. Day 9:Fly to Ho Chi Minh City

    Fly south to Ho Chi Minh City for a private afternoon tour of the city’s landmarks.

    • Transfer to Da Nang airport and flight to Ho Chi Minh City
    • Notre Dame Cathedral (outside)
    • Central Post Office
    • City Hall (outside)
    • Ben Thanh Market
    • Nguyen Hue Walking Street

    Meals:Breakfast

  10. Day 10:Cu Chi Tunnels & Departure

    A private morning at the Cu Chi Tunnels, then back to the city and the airport for a late-day flight home.

    • Explore the Cu Chi Tunnels
    • Rice paper workshop
    • Return to Ho Chi Minh City
    • Airport transfer (driver only)

    Meals:Breakfast

What the price covers

Included

  • 8 nights in 3-star hotels (or similar), twin sharing, with 1 night on a shared Halong Bay cruise
  • Stays: Halong Bay – Le Journey Premium Cruise; Hanoi – La Dolce Vita Hotel; Sapa – Sapa Relax Hotel; Da Nang – Sepon Blue Da Nang Hotel; Ho Chi Minh City – Happy Life Green Hotel
  • 4-star and 5-star upgrades available
  • Daily breakfast, plus the meals on the cruise
  • Private airport transfers and car with driver; shared limousine bus between Hanoi and Sapa
  • English-speaking guide on touring days
  • Entry fees for the sights listed
  • Halong Bay rowboat, Fansipan cable car, Ba Na Hills cable car, Bay Mau basket boat and Sapa limousine bus
  • Bottled water on touring days

Not included

  • International flights
  • Flights within Vietnam (Hanoi → Da Nang, Da Nang → Ho Chi Minh City), about ₹10,300 per person per flight
  • Vietnam e-visa and travel insurance
  • Tips for guides and drivers (about US$3 per person per day)
  • Meals not listed, drinks and personal expenses
  • Fansipan mountain train; Ba Na Hills extras (Alpine Coaster, Debay Wine Cellar, Fantasy Park games and similar)
  • Christmas and New Year surcharge (24–25 Dec, 31 Dec–1 Jan)

We can add

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From our travellers

  • Rated 5 out of 5

    We booked our Vietnam trip with Ethan Holidays and it was an absolute delight! From the smooth visa process to peaceful transfers and friendly guides. Our stays were super cute, many with pools and jacuzzis. And the sweetest part? They arranged a surprise birthday celebration for my friend on the cruise!

    Minsha Anto

    Vietnam trip · Google review

  • Rated 5 out of 5

    We, a group of seven members, recently had a thrilling holiday in Vietnam for 8 days. The entire itinerary, travel and accommodation arrangements were done by Team Ethan, led by Ms. Ruby. We had a memorable vacation at two destinations, Da Nang and Ho Chi Minh City, and the accommodation at both was very comfortable, with tasty food. The tour itinerary was perfect, with courteous and supportive local guides and comfortable travel by vehicle, and all of us really enjoyed the trip. Kudos to Team Ethan for arranging such an exciting trip.

    Johny P D

    Vietnam trip · Google review

  • Rated 5 out of 5

    We recently traveled to Thailand with Ethan Holidays and had the most amazing experience! Every detail was taken care of, from airport pickups to hotel check-ins, island tours, transfers, and even local recommendations. They customized the itinerary based on our needs, and everything ran like clockwork. What really stood out was their attention to detail and how quickly they handled last-minute changes.

    Manisha Mohan

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Before you ask

What does the price cover?

It is the lowest price per person for this trip, with two people sharing a room, for what the trip lists as included. Hotel standard: 3-star hotels. Flights from your city are quoted separately. Indicative price: it can change with dates and availability. Ask us for today’s price for your dates.

Do I need a visa?

Indian passport holders need Vietnam’s online e-visa, valid for up to 90 days, and we apply for it for you. Vietnam’s immigration department decides.

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When is the best time to go?

The south and Phu Quoc are best December to April, when Hanoi is cool and Halong Bay can be misty. The north is at its best in spring and from September to November; Da Nang and Hoi An February to August.

Can you change this trip?

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