Ha Long Bay adventure
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At a height of 1,500 meters, Sa Pa had been a hill resort of French administrators in the event the summer heat became unbearable. SAPA Now Sapa is regarded as The Queen from the Mountains, Sapa sits regally overlooking an attractive valley, lofty mountains towering on the town on the sides. An morning hours start to drive over the Red River to Sa Pa. Welcome towards the destination in northwest Vietnam, gateway to a different world of mysterious minority cultures and luscious landscapes. The roads are bumpy sometimes but various scenic landscapes changing in the delta area to the Tonkinese Alps - where Montagnard hill tribes have lived since way back when will create an interesting journey.
ho hilltribe Village around the foot of Lang Bian Mountian, continue to visit the Old Dalat University and the Old railway station from French period. DAY 14: DALAT
Morning visit to garden and Dalat Market called one from the most beautiful markets in the highland having a wide array of flowers, fruit and veggies. Finally visit for the Crazy house, one of new but strange architecture in Dalat created by the daughter of our former president Truong Trinh.
There are plenty to view in this tranquil and delightful town, some of which include the famous Japanese Covered Bridges, the Pottery Museum, the 200 years old Tamky House, the Chua Ong Pagoda and also the vibrant market. We include these sights within an enchanting walking tour past many low tiled houses scattered across the small streets and assembly halls which reflect the town's multi-cultural past
After tour to catba (http://catbaresorts.org) in Hoian, drive to My Son, 70 km from Hoian. My Son may be the Holy Land of Champa Kingdom from 04th to 13th century. Now the ruins of My Son is well preserved by UNESCO as World Culture Heritage. We will make our approach to Hoi An which has been originally a Cham seaport but continues to be influenced down centuries by the myriad of traders from various cultures. Day 10: HOIAN - MY SON - HOIAN
In this morning, after having breakfast.
The afternoon we board a hydrofoil to Hai Phong and drive time for Hanoi. Day 7: CATBA ISLAND - tour to catba HAI PHONG - HANOI
After a brief transfer takes us towards the national park of Cat Ba, we set off over a half-day exploring Vietnam's unique offshore park.
This royal residence was basically destroyed in the 1968 Tet Offensive, however it is still fascinating to steer among the ruins. Day 8: HANOI - HUE
After breakfast at hotel, transfer to Noi Bai airport for flight to Hue. Upon arrival, we start our sightseeing tour with the massive citadel comprising the Imperial Citadel including Flag Tower, Noon Gate, Nine Dynastic Urns, Nine Holy Cannons, Thai Hoa Palace and the Purple Forbidden City. And then we try a boat trip on the Perfumes River to visit Thien Mu Pagoda. The most time, we will stroll around Dong Ba market selling numerous local goods and handicrafts (if time permits) prior to going back hotel. Afterward, visit the Royal Mausoleum of Tu Duc designed in a tranquil setting of gardens and lakes. Close to this masterpiece is Hue Imperial Museum which displays an interesting collections of bronzes, Chinaware, court robes and various emperors?
GUOM LAKE IN HANOIThe many lakes and parks alllow for relaxing atmosphere
O/N in Ha Noi. On arrival at Noi Bai Airport, you are met by our guide and transferred to hotel. The capital of Vietnam, Hanoi can be a stylish and gracious city that retains an unique old school charm and several Asia's most striking colonial architecture.
Option 2: Coc Ly Market on Tuesday
About 35km from Bac Ha, Coc Ly Market can be a colorful Tuesday market in a very mountainous area where ethnic people gather to get and sell goods, dine and drink, or simply wander to enjoy the ambience with the montagnard market through the Chay River.
Biking or trekking to uncover the wild appeal of Cat Ba national park. Cruise to Gia Luan Ferry, bus walks you to Cat Ba National Park. Monkey at monkey island 7:30 AM: Have breakfast, and here, you may enjoy a sunrise cruise inside the breathtaking scenery of Halong.
After breakfast at hotel, transfer to Noi Bai airport for flight to Hue. And then we love a boat trip around the Perfumes River to go to the beautiful riverside Thien Mu Pagoda - one from the oldest ancient architectural structures for religious work ship in Hue. This impressive landmark reflects the gorgeous architecture, intricate decor and mysterious statues. Afterwards we take a quick drive although the rolling hill to see the elaborate royal tomb of Emperor Tu Duc and also the famous Tu Hieu Pagoda. We aleso provide an enjoyable visit for the mausoleum of Emperor Minh Mang inside a tranquil setting of gardens and lakes. The sightseeing tour of Hue also includes using a walk towards the bustling Dong Ba Market that sells a multitude of local goods and handicrafts. Upon arrival we visit the Imperial Citadel. Along the way we pass many fantastic eating spots, all suitable for visitors to sample some local delicacies.
