4 Days Sapa & Halong Bay Tour from Hanoi (Short Vietnam Itinerary)

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Duration

4 Days

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Group Size

20 people

Languages

English, Vietnamese

4 Days Sapa & Halong Bay Tour from Hanoi (Short Vietnam Itinerary)

Short on time but still want to experience the best of Northern Vietnam?

This 4-day Sapa and Halong Bay tour is designed for travelers who want to explore both the mountains and the sea in a short time.

From trekking through Sapa’s breathtaking rice terraces to cruising in the world-famous Halong Bay, this itinerary offers a quick yet unforgettable glimpse of Vietnam.

✔ Perfect for travelers with limited time
✔ Carefully planned to maximize your experience
✔ Trusted by international travelers

This is the best option if you want to see Northern Vietnam in just 4 days.

Is this tour too rushed?

This is a fast-paced itinerary designed for travelers with limited time.

While you will cover both Sapa and Halong Bay in 4 days, the schedule is optimized to minimize travel time and ensure you still enjoy each destination.

If you prefer a slower and more relaxed experience, we recommend choosing a 6–7 day itinerary.

Highlights

Discover the breathtaking landscapes of Sapa
Cruise through the UNESCO World Heritage site of Halong Bay
Experience a unique overnight train journey from Hanoi to Sapa
Easy & flexible trekking suitable for beginners
Perfect itinerary for travelers short on time

06:50: A limousine will pick you up at your hotel around Hanoi Old Quarter area, depart to Sapa (please send us your address hotel for pick up)

12:30: Upon arrival in Sapa, enjoy lunch at a restaurant and then check-in to your hotel and rest until the tour guide picks you up to start to the trip

14:30: The guide come with you to visit Cat Cat village of the Black H’mong. Relax at the foot of the stunning waterfall and the vestige of a hydroelectric power station that was constructed by the French during colonial time in Vietnam. Enjoy time in the surrounding area.

17:00: On the way back, enjoy transfer by car to your hotel. Freshen up before dinner

18:30: Have a dinner at restaurant and take free time to explore the charm of Sapa by night.

Overnight at a 3-4-5 star hotel in Sapa.

07:30: Have a breakfast at hotel

08:00: After breakfast, transfer to the cable car station. Then, take the 20-minutes by cable car ride up Fansipan by yourself. Admire the spectacular scenery, visit the pagoda, and climb the 600 steps to the peak, known as the Roof of Indochina.

11:45: Return to Sapa and check out room & have lunch at the hotel.

13:45: Limousine will pick you up, depart to Hanoi

20:00: Arrive to Hanoi, drop off you at hotel.

Overnight at a 3-4 star hotel in hanoi old quarter.

07:30: Enjoy breakfast at hotel

08:00: Pick up at your hotel in Hanoi old quarter., Depart to Halong bay.

11:00-11:20: Arrive to Tuan Chau harbour

12:00: Enjoying the welcome drink & check in at your cabin. Fabulous lunch is served while a Luxury Cruises starts its sail into magnificent Ha Long Bay

15:00: Explore Tra Bau Village with kayaking or bamboo boat

16:00: Back to Luxury Cruises for relax, Sunset Party, Cooking class

19:00: Have a special dinner on cruise

Enjoy overnight activities on board as squid fishing, the fabulous drinks at our bars, movies & karaoke, spa therapy, or just relax in your room.

Overnight on Cruise 4-5-6 stars

06:00: Have a light breakfast.

07:00: Explore Lan Ha Bay – Ha Long Bay

We will visit the Dark and Bright cave – famous for Lan Ha Bay's pristine natural beauty and poetic, attractive seascape. Here you will take some photos of the romantic, lyrical local see-sights. This is also the best time for tourists to enjoy Bamboo Boating or Kayaking which is an interesting activity to discover the truest beauty of the Limestone Mountains and the blue sky of Lan Ha Bay.

09:30: Back to the boat for check-out

Brunch time: The time well-prepared lunch is served

10:45: Disembark at Tuan Chau port.

11:00: Check out the cruise. The Limousine will pick-up and transfer back to Hanoi

15:00: Drop off at Hanoi Old Quarter.

Transfer round trip by Limousine
Local transfers in Sapa with drivers
English-speaking guide
All entry tickets, meals to sites mentioned
Overnight stay in hotel 3-4-5 stars Sapa
Overnight stay in hotel 3-4-5 stars Hanoi
Overnight stay on 4-5-6 star cruise
Kayak,Bamboo Boat in Ha long
Sunset party, Swimming, Cooking class, Night squid fishing

Drinks
Single room surcharge
Cable car ticket round trip in Fansipan (35 usd/ticket)
Surcharge on New Year, Christmas, and national holidays

4-6 Days

English

Vietnamese

Tour's Location

30 – 16 days prior to arrival date: 10% cancellation charge
11-15 days prior to airrival date: 20%
10 – 6 days prior to arrival date: 50%
5 days prior to arrival date: 100 %

Yes, we offer special rates for children. The rate for children applicable for child sharing a room or cabin with two adults is as follows:

For infant (0 - 2 years old): FREE.
03 - 08 years old: 85% adult rate.
Child from 9 years old and above will pay as adult.

To book a trip with Azotar Travel, you will need to pay a 30% deposit. Final payment is required no later than 7 days prior to departure unless otherwise stated

Yes, there is a single supplement for travelers who request a single room. This is because all of our prices are based on per adult, in double/twin sharing.

Yes, it is enough for a quick overview, but the itinerary will be fast-paced

Sapa is about 5–6 hours from Hanoi by bus or train.

Yes, the tour includes an overnight or day cruise in Halong Bay.

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4 Days Sapa & Halong Bay Tour from Hanoi (Short Vietnam Itinerary)

Highlights

Day 1: Hanoi - Sapa - Cat Cat village (Lunch, Dinner)

Day 2: Sapa - Fansipan Peak - the Roof of Indochina - Hanoi (Breakfast, Lunch)

Day 3: Hanoi - Ha Long Bay - Lan Ha Bay (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Day 4: Lan Ha Bay - Ha Long Bay - Hanoi (Breakfast, Brunch)

Tour's Location

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