Travel Hongkong and Sapa

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This article shows you how to travel Hongkong and Sapa continuously

Hong Kong is a key aviation hub serviced by more than 100 airlines that provide connections to major cities throughout the world. Your gateway to the city is the 24-hour Hong Kong International Airport, which is consistently ranked among the best airports in the world. Use the search function below to find the most appropriate airlines travelling to and from your location

Hong Kong is linked to a number of ports in Mainland China by high-speed ferries servicing Hong Kong Island, Kowloon and Hong Kong International Airport (off Lantau Island).

By train: To and from Shenzhen
Hong Kong travellers coming to and from Shenzhen in Mainland China via the Lo Wu and Lok Ma Chau checkpoints can take a local MTR train into town after passing through Hong Kong Immigration.
Intercity services
The MTR runs regular through-train intercity services between Hong Kong and Guangdong province, Beijing and Shanghai. The through-train terminus is MTR Hung Hom Station located on the Kowloon harbour-front, where travellers need to pass through Hong Kong Immigration before boarding the train

TOUR ITINERARY SAMPLE

Name: 12 Day Hong Kong and Northern Vietnam
Duration: 12 days and 11 nights
Price: From 2166 USD
Tour Starts: From Hong Kong, China
Tour Finishes: Hanoi City, Vietnam
Places To Visit: Hong Kong, Hanoi, Sapa, Halong Bay

OUTLINE

Day 1: Hong Kong Arrival
Day 2: Private City Tour
Day 3: Themed Park Tour
Day 4: Hong Kong – Hanoi
Day 5: City Tour – Overnight train to Sapa
Day 5: Village trek & Bike
Day 6: Trek & bike – Topas Ecolodge
Day 7: Trek & bike – Topas Ecolodge
Day 8: Village Tour – Hanoi by overnight train
Day 9: Hanoi – Halong Bay
Day 10: Cruising
Day 11: Back to Hanoi
Day 12: Depart Hanoi

Trip Highlights
Explore Hong Kong – Asia’s most attractive and exciting city
Visit Hanoi and its landmarks including exciting richshaw ride and water puppetry show
Enjoy 02 nights aboard traditional junk on captivating Halong Bay
Visit colorful hill tribes and off the beaten path activities in Sapa
Stay in the lodge with stunning view of the villages in Sapa

Accommodation More Sharing Services
In Hong Kong, you can hang your hat in modest guesthouses, youth hostels, palatial hotels, chic boutiques, and mid-range comfort – in the heart of the city or away from it all. With over 72,000 rooms in almost 250 hotels, you’re sure to find the perfect place for you (and your hat).

Hotels
One of the joys of visiting Hong Kong is staying in one of the city’s hotels, which include historic and world-famous venues, major international chains, and local brands. Most hotels are concentrated on Hong Kong Island and in Kowloon. Many offer a commanding harbour vista (but you can expect to pay more for a room with a sea view). In recent years, there have been more hotels opening in the New Territories and Outlying Islands, some of which offer a resort-type experience

Preferred Hotels
03 nights in Hong Kong
02 nights in Skylark Hotel Hanoi
02 nights aboard a private cabin on King Express
01 night in Royal View
02 nights in bungalow at Topas Ecolodge
02 nights aboard a deluxe cabin or family junk boat in Halong Bay

Sapa Travel Bespoke Style Suits Everyone
Flexibility: The sample itinerary can be modified to suit your interests, budget as well as your personal wishes including departure date, duration, accommodation used & how long you spend in each destination.

Tailor Made Journey: This trip can be tailor made to create a unique holiday for your individual requirements by travel experts with intimate knowledge of the destination. It is a more individual trip that will suit those who enjoy immersing themselves in new cultures and environments, with the flexibility to plan a trip at your own pace. Quality and value are the hallmark of the trips, with most services being provided on a private basis

DETAILS

DAY 1: ARRIVE IN HONG KONG
Arrive in Hong Kong and transfer to hotel for check-in. In the afternoon, take the opportunity to explore the city on foot. Tonight, don’t miss out the Symphony of Lights show along the Victoria Harbor.

DAY 2: HONG KONG PRIVATE TOUR (BREAKFAST)
Start the morning with traditional Chinese exercise in the park. Tai Chi or “shadow boxing” is a graceful exercise that combines thought and action developed from an ancient martial art. Later, take the funicular tram ride to Victoria Peak, then continue on to Aberdeen to visit the floating fishermen village. Take a closer look at the floating village while enjoying a sampan ride. The last stop of the day will be the famous Stanley Market. Overnight at hotel in Hong Kong.

DAY 3: HONG KONG (BREAKFAST)
Today is yours free to enjoy the city. Overnight at hotel in Hong Kong.

DAY 4: HONG KONG – HANOI (BREAKFAST)
Free until you will be transferred to the airport to catch 2 hour flight to Hanoi city. Airport pick up by our local Sapa Travel tour guide and you will be transferred by our private vehicle to hotel located in the city centre. Check-in and rest of time at your own leisure.

Day 5: CITY TOUR – OVERNIGHT TRAIN TO SAPA (BREAKFAST)
8:30 Enjoy a comprehensive guided sightseeing to visit the city’s places of interests like Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, Presidential Palace (outside), House on stilt, One Pillar Pagoda, the Temple of Literature, Hanoi Hilton Museum. 1 hour cyclo tour around the bustling Old Quarters and then enjoy traditional water puppetry show. Board King Express train to Lao Cai / Sapa. Overnight in a private cabin compartment.

Day 5: LAO CAI – SAPA (BREAKFAST)
Train arrives in Lao Cai at 06:00. Transfer 38 km uphill to Sapa. Check-in Royal View Sapa Hotel and enjoy the rest of morning around the town or stroll through the market. In the afternoon, we will enjoy a bike ride to visit Tram Ton Pass, Silver waterfall. Back to hotel and tonight you will stay in hotel in Sapa.

Day 6: TREK & BIKE – TOPAS ECOLODGE (BREAKFAST, LUNCH)
Breakfast at hotel and we will leave Sapa behind and enjoy a trek or bike ride to Lao Chai and Ta Van village. Enjoy stunning landscapes of terraced rice paddies, meet local hill tribes of Black H’mong and Dzay. Proceeding to Topas Ecolodge and stay overnight in bugalow.

Day 7: TREK & BIKE – TOPAS ECOLODGE (BREAKFAST, LUNCH)
Enjoy whole day on bike or trekking to explore the regions, villages. Overnight in the Topas Ecolodge.

Day 8: VILLAGE TOUR – OVERNIGHT TRAIN (BREAKFAST)
Explore the villages and meet local people. Transfer back to Sapa and board overnight train back to Hanoi. Stay in a private compartment.

Day 9: HANOI – HALONG BAY (BREAKFAST)
The train arrives in Hanoi at around 06:00. Driving around the lake and watch local people doing morning exercise. Breakfast at a local PHO restaurant before heading for Halong Bay. Check-in a junk boat and start cruising to explore Halong Bay. Overnight aboard a junk boat.

Day 10: CRUISING (BREAKFAST, LUNCH, DINNER)
Enjoy whole day to explore the remote areas of Halong Bay. Kayaking, trekking, caving activities will be arranged at your request. Overnight aboard a junk boat.

Day 11: HANOI (BREAKFAST)
Disembark at 11:00 am and transfer you back to Hanoi. Rest of the day at your own leisure.

Day 12: DEPART HANOI (BREAKFAST)
At leisure until we will transfer you to the airport to catch your flight to next destinations. END OF SERVICE.

BOOK THIS HONGKONG SAPA PACKAGE:

• Person in charge: Mr. Tran Quoc Long
• Telephone: +84912217448
• Email: Personal email at longquoctran@hotmail.com and his email at work info@travelsapa.com

INCLUDES
Accommodation (twin / double) occupancy
Daily breakfast and other meals featured in the tour
Private chauffeur-driven vehicles with A/C
Sapa Travel English speaking tour guides per programme
Domestic on-tour flights / Economy Class (Hong Kong- Noi Bai)
All entrance and admission fees per programme
A private cabin on the junk boat Halong Bay
Boat trips per programme
Private cabins on overnight train to Sapa and return
All taxes and service charges

EXCLUDES
Visa to Vietnam & China (Contact agent for visa on arrival)
Other International flights to Hong Kong and from Hanoi
Personal travel and medical insurances
Daily expenditures (telephone, laundry, shopping)
Beverages and alcoholic drinks
Tips and gratuities for drivers and tour guides
Others that not mentioned in the tour

USEFUL LINKS

King Express Train Hanoi Lao Cai

About Sapa Travel

Topas Sapa

Sapa Express