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NINH BINH & SAPA TOURING

$ * ^
From 393 per person twin share
2 DAYS | HANOI TO HANOI
TRAVEL TYPE: Independent
DEPARTS: Daily

HIGHLIGHTS
• Visit temples dedicated to past emperors
Dinh and Le
• Climb the zigzap steps of Mua Caves and be
rewarded with spectacular views from the top
• Take a boat ride through the amazing landscape
of Trang An
INCLUDES
• 1 night 3½ star accommodation
• Meals as specified
Trang An Landscape Complex • Tours as per itinerary
• Local English-speaking guide
NINH BINH DISCOVERY 2 DAYS • Air-conditioned vehicle
Day 1: Hanoi to Ninh Binh (L) Day 2: Ninh Binh to Hanoi • Return transfers from Hanoi accommodation
This morning, be met at the hotel by the local guide This morning check-out of the hotel and travel to the ^Price valid 1 Apr – 31 Dec 20. Deluxe accommodation option
for the journey south by car to Ninh Binh, described as Trang An Landscape Complex, a spectacular landscape also available.
Halong Bay on land. The first visit of the day is Hoa Lu, of limestone karst peaks permeated with valleys, many
the ancient capital of Vietnam dating back to the 10th of them partly submerged and surrounded by steep,
century. Visit the famous sanctuary of Dinh Tien Hoang, almost vertical cliffs. Exploration of caves at different
a former emperor of the Dinh dynasty, and the temple altitudes has revealed archaeological traces of human Hanoi
dedicated to the Le emperor. Following the demise of activity over a continuous period of more than 30,000
the Le dynasty the capital was moved to Ha Noi. years. Recently awarded UNESCO World Heritage
Before lunch, have the opportunity to cycle through status, enjoy a small boat ride through this magnificent
this unique scenery. A short drive takes you to the Mua area. Visit the Bai Dinh Temple Spiritual and Cultural
Caves, which have some of the most stunning views in Complex, a complex of Buddhist temples located on
all of Vietnam. A 500 step zigzag climb brings you to the Bai Dinh Mountain that consist of the original old temple
peak which offers panoramic views of Tam Coc, Trang and a newly created larger temple. It is considered the
An and Ninh Binh city. Be transferred to the hotel where largest complex of Buddhist temples in Vietnam. In the
the rest of the afternoon is at leisure. Overnight at Ninh early afternoon, return to the hotel in Hanoi where the
Binh Legend Hotel. tour concludes.
START/FINISH 1 Ninh Binh
(L = lunch) OVERNIGHT

$ * ^
From 752 per person twin share
3 DAYS | HANOI TO HANOI
TRAVEL TYPE: Independent
DEPARTS: Daily

HIGHLIGHTS
• Visit two hillside villages, meet Red Dao locals
and learn about their daily way of life
• Spend a night at the mountain retreat of
Topas Ecolodge
• Take the train and cable car up Mount Fansipan,
the highest peak in Vietnam
INCLUDES
• 2 nights 4 star accommodation
• Meals as specified
• Tours as per itinerary
Red Dao, Sapa • Local English-speaking guide
• Air-conditioned vehicle
SAPA BY ROAD 3 DAYS • Return transfers from Hanoi accommodation
Day 1: Hanoi to Sapa Nam Cang Riverside Lodge, with its jungle back drop. ^Price valid 1 Apr – 31 Dec 20. Deluxe accommodation and
This morning, be met at the hotel for the five hour Nam Cang village is located in one of the most remote 4 Day Sapa By Train options also available.
journey by car on the recently opened Noi Bai-Lao Cai areas of Sapa. The Red Dao women wear some of the
Highway to Sapa. This drive takes you past spectacular most colourful and diverse costumes of all Vietnam’s
mountain scenery to the Topas Ecolodge. Enjoy a ethnic groups. Explore the village and learn how the
leisurely and relaxing afternoon at the lodge, situated local villagers make writing rice paper, jewellery and
atop two cone hills, and take advantage of the Red Dao embroidery, before transferring to Sapa town. Overnight 2
Spa or the stunning infinity pool. Overnight at Topas at Bamboo Sapa Hotel. Sapa
Ecolodge. Day 3: Sapa to Hanoi
Day 2: Sapa (L) This morning is free to explore Sapa at leisure. Take a
Be met by the local guide and head to the Hoang Lien train and cable car from Sun Plaza in downtown Sapa to
National Park to the trek starting point near Sin Chai the summit of Vietnam’s highest peak, Mount Fansipan.
village. Stunning views await as you head to the Red In the early afternoon, depart Sapa and arrive into Hanoi
Dao village of Nam Nhiu. Meet the villagers, enjoy a cup in the early evening, where the tour concludes.
of green tea in their house and learn about their daily
way of life. Leaving the village behind, pass rice terraces (L = lunch) START/FINISH Hanoi
before arriving at Nam Cang village. Lunch is served at
OVERNIGHT

* Prices are a guide only, subject to change and availability and are in New Zealand Dollars. From prices for accommodation are per room per night for 2 people, unless otherwise specified and based on the lowest room category for
30 travel in low season. Prices for tours and transfers are per person, unless otherwise specified. For full terms and conditions including pricing and conditions, refer to the Booking Conditions at the back of this brochure.