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Wonders of Northern Vietnam

Hanoi, Ninh Binh, Galaxy Cove & Sapa Valley

Best time to travel
Apr – Sep
Ideal length
13 nights
Perfect for
Couples
From (incl flights)
€4,379 pp

At a glance

  • International flights from Dublin to Hanoi and home from Ho Chi Minh City.
  • All private transfers, domestic flights and overnight train journey from Hanoi to Lao Chai.
  • 13 nights’ accommodation in Hanoi, Mai Chau, Ninh Binh, Sapa Valley and the coastal resort of Nha Thrang.
  • Exciting tours including a street food tour in Hanoi, cycling excursion in Ninh Binh and a boat trip to Galaxy Cove.
  • Enjoy hiking in the Sapa Valley and visits to local tribes and villages.
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Introduction

Witness the incredible scenery of Northern Vietnam as you journey through the picture-perfect regions of Mai Chau, Ninh Binh and Sapa. This suggested itinerary combines nature trips and cultural explorations of Vietnam’s verdant valleys, villages and rolling hills. Substitute greenery for blue seas, as you unwind and relax on the secluded coves of Nha Thrang, the perfect ending to an incredible exploration.

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Trip Overview

Depart from Dublin to Hanoi.

Your private driver will be waiting to take you to your luxury accommodation in Hanoi, where you will spend two nights.

Enjoy a guided street food tour of Vietnam.

Get to know its rich cultural influences with a local food blogger. Sample traditional dishes, explore lanes filled with historic restaurants and markets and sample decadent French-inspired pastries.

Hanoi Vietnam
Transfer to Mai Chai, a rural district defined by glorious scenes of rice fields and verdant mountains.

Spend one night in a luxury eco-lodge that perfectly captures the spirit of countryside living in Vietnam.

Mai Chau Ecolodge Vietnam
Privately transfer to Ninh Binh, an oasis for nature lovers.

Spend two nights on the edge of the Van Long Natural Reserve, home to the rare black-faced spoonbill, endangered Delacour’s langur monkey and pygmy goose.

Ninh Binh Vietnam
Enjoy a scenic cycling tour of the Ninh Binh Province.

It is often referred to as Dry Halong Bay due to its incredible beauty and magnificent limestone karsts that define the landscape. On your cycle, visit local villages and set out on a guided boat trip to Galaxy Cave.

Vietnam
Depart for Hanoi Train Station and board an overnight train.

Embark on a scenic journey towards the verdant rice fields and rolling hills of the Sapa Valley. As you arrive in Lao Chai Train Station, your driver will privately transfer you to your luxury eco-lodge for your three-night stay.

Sapa Vietnam
Enjoy a guided trek through the trails of the Sapa Valley.

Follow the hiking trails through the scenic valley and visit minority villages, learning about the small ethnic groups that live in Northern Vietnam. Discover the local traditions and cultures of the local people along the way.

Sapa Vietnam
Fly to Cam Ranh International Airport in Nha Trang.

Your private driver will transfer you to your beautiful beachside resort set on a secluded peninsula framed by lush vegetation and the sparkling South China Sea.

Nha Trang Vietnam
Relax and unwind in uninterrupted paradise.

With the illusion of being on a remote island, you are surrounded by beautiful backdrops. Relax for your final four nights by the beach and enjoy outdoor activities like fishing experiences, romantic cruises and trekking through forests.

Nha Trang Vietnam
Transfer to the international airport for your flight home.

Arrive in Dublin.

Tailoring your holiday

OROKO Itineraries are created with you in mind and no two are the same. These can be used to help plan your trip - or we can design a completely different itinerary to suit you.

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Accommodation

Where to rest your head

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Mai-Chai-Ecolodge-Vietnam

Mai Chau Ecolodge

Mai Chau is a peaceful ecolodge set in the hills overlooking rice paddies, mountains and tropical forest. Evoking a rustic feel, luxury bamboo bungalows with thatched roofs sit on stilts around the property’s estate.

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Emeralda-Ninh-Binh-Resort

Emeralda Ninh Binh Resort and Spa

Emeralda Ninh Binh is a stylish resort that sits on the edge of the Van Long Natural Reserve. Exteriors pay home to classic Vietnamese design and interiors are furnished with natural, local materials.

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Topas-Ecolodge-Infinity-Pool

Topas Ecolodge

A sustainable paradise like no other, Topas Ecolodge sits on the hills between the remote mountains of Hoang Lien National Park. Situated in one of the most stunning locations in Southeast Asia.

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Six-Senses-Ninh-Van-Bay

Six Senses Ninh Van Bay

Sitting along a secluded bay only accessible by boat, the undeniably glamorous resort of Six Senses Ninh Van Bay is exclusivity defined.

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What people are saying

“We recently travelled to Barcelona and Mallorca with the expert help of Oroko and will never book a holiday any other way again! The staff were so friendly and knowledgable and made the process of booking extremely easy. The travel pack was very impressive with our luggage tags, complimentary treats for the airport, and comprehensive guide to both areas with recommended restaurants which didn’t disappoint. I couldn’t speak highly enough of our experience with this company and would highly recommend to friends.”

Orla & partner – Mallorca 2019

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