Signature Journey · North to Central Vietnam

The Highland Crossing

Hanoi · Ninh Binh · Sapa · Da Nang · Hoi An — from misty mountain peaks to the lantern-lit coast.

10 days9 nights
From $1,000per person, twin-share
Privatecar & driver, every day
Arabic& English-speaking guides
Da Nang's coastline, where this journey from Sapa's peaks comes to rest

From mountain peaks to the coast.

This ten-day crossing carries you from Hanoi’s Old Quarter and Ninh Binh’s limestone rivers, up into the misty peaks of Sapa, and south to Da Nang’s Golden Bridge and the lantern-lit lanes of Hoi An — the full range of northern and central Vietnam in one private journey.

A private car and driver, Arabic and English-speaking guides, and every entrance fee arranged in advance — nothing left for you to plan.

Day by day

Your 10-day route

01Hanoi

Arrival in Vietnam

Private transfer from Noi Bai International Airport, with a driver holding a signboard printed with your name at the arrivals gate. Check in to your hotel and rest after the flight.

02Ninh Binh

Trang An & Am Tien Cave

A day trip to Ninh Binh: a boat ride along the Trang An river through three limestone caves, and a visit to the peaceful Am Tien Cave, also known as Tuyet Tinh Coc. Return to Hanoi by early evening.

03Hanoi

Hanoi city tour

A day exploring Hanoi’s highlights — Hoan Kiem Lake, a cyclo ride through the Old Quarter, the city’s famous egg coffee, and a traditional water puppet show.

04Sapa

Hanoi → Sapa by sleeper bus

Travel to Sapa by sleeper bus (around 5–6 hours), check in to your hotel and enjoy free time.

05Sapa

Fansipan & Ban Mong Alpine Coaster

A cable car to the summit of Fansipan, at 3,143 metres the highest peak in Indochina, followed by the Ban Mong Alpine Coaster, gliding through the winding mountain landscape at your own speed.

06Sapa

Glass Bridge & Moana Sapa

A glass elevator through a mountain tunnel to the spectacular Glass Bridge, followed by Moana Sapa, a scenic spot known for its artistic installations and mountain views.

07Da Nang

Cat Cat Village → Hanoi → Da Nang

A morning at Cat Cat Village, home to the Hmong community, then return to Hanoi by sleeper bus and a domestic flight onward to Da Nang.

08Da Nang

Ba Na Hills

A day at Ba Na Hills — the world-famous cable car, the Golden Bridge, the French Village, and Fantasy Park.

09Hoi An

Coconut forest & the ancient town

A visit to Vinpearl River Safari south of Hoi An, one of Vietnam’s leading wildlife parks with an exciting safari experience, a basket-boat ride through the coconut forest, and an afternoon in the UNESCO-listed ancient town of Hoi An, with its iconic Japanese Covered Bridge — lit by lanterns and full of magic as evening falls.

10Departure

Fly home

Private transfer to Da Nang International Airport for your onward flight.

Good to know

What’s arranged for you

Included

  • Airport pickup and drop-off by private car
  • Private transport for every day of the itinerary (excluding shared limousine transfers to Sapa)
  • 4-star hotels with breakfast — Champton Hanoi Hotel, Sapa Charm Sapa, and The Nalod Da Nang Hotel
  • Domestic flights (economy class)
  • Arabic or English-speaking guide throughout
  • Entrance fees for every site on the itinerary
  • Travel insurance

Not included

  • International flights to and from Vietnam
  • Vietnam e-Visa
  • Meals not mentioned in the itinerary
  • Personal expenses — laundry, drinks, phone
  • Early check-in or late check-out fees

Pricing shown is a starting guide for one traveller sharing a twin/double room and adjusts with group size, season, and hotel category — your concierge will confirm an exact quote once your pace and preferences are set.

Ready to arrange this crossing?

One message on WhatsApp starts the conversation — replies within the hour, in Arabic or English.