This private package is a 2-week journey designed to offer a perfect balance of adventure and private experiences. Along the way, you will explore the best places in Northern Vietnam that offer captivating, picturesque landscapes and remote villages where ethnic minority groups live.
Private Gateways to North Vietnam 2 Weeks is ideal for those looking for an immersive experience with a focus on nature and cultural exploration. Don’t miss it!
Private Gateways to North Vietnam 2 Weeks
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FromUSDUS$1936US$1588/pax
14 Days
Hanoi - Sapa - Ha Giang - Cao Bang - Halong Bay
13 Breakfasts, 6 Lunches, 1 Dinner
Min 1, Max 12
Book with Flexibility
Departure:Upon customer request...
category:Northern Vietnam, Adventure Tours
Theme:Nature, Interact with local, Soft Adventure
Suitable:Active Travellers, Group Travel
Type:Private tour
Why you’ll love this trip?
- Discover the bustling streets, vibrant markets, and cultural landmarks of Vietnam's capital city
- Engage with local communities, learn about traditional crafts, and taste authentic Vietnamese cuisine
- Trek through the stunning terraced rice fields and visit ethnic minority villages in Sapa
- Experience the beauty of Halong Bay's limestone islands and enjoy on-deck wellness activities
Trip map & itinerary
Day 1: Hanoi Arrival
Day 3: Hanoi - Rural Adventure to Duong Lam Ancient Village
Day 2: Hanoi City Full Day - Explore Hanoi’s Highlights
Day 7: Sapa to Ha Giang - Into the Heart of Vietnam’s Wild North
Day 14: Hanoi Departure - End of an Unforgettable Adventure
Day 4: Hanoi to Sapa - Discover the Beauty of Cat Cat Village
Day 5: Sapa Trekking Expedition - Y Linh Ho, Lao Chai, and Ta Van Villages
Day 6: Off-the-Beaten-Path Sapa Trekking - Suoi Thau, Ma Tra, and Ta Phin
Day 8: Ha Giang - Conquer the Winding Roads to Dong Van
Day 9: Ha Giang - Cao Bang - Untamed Landscapes and Hidden Trails
Day 10: Cao Bang - Journey to the Tranquil Ba Be Lake
Day 11: Ba Be - Return to Hanoi
Day 12: Hanoi - Halong Bay Overnight Cruise - Set Sail on a Natural Wonder
Day 13: Halong Bay - Return to Hanoi
Important Notes:
- PROGRAMS & SCHEDULES SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE
Inclusions
13 Breakfasts, 6 Lunches, 1 Dinner
Car, Cruise, Bicycle, Trekking, Shuttle Bus
Hotel (12 nights), Halong Bay overnight cruise (1 night)
- 13 Breakfasts, 7 Lunches, 1 Dinner
- Hotel (13 nights)
- Accommodation in TWN/ DBL sharing accommodation at hotel, except overnight on train and home-stay (if any)
- All transport within Vietnam, as per itinerary.
- All in-tour stationed local English speaking guide.
- Entrance fees as per itinerary
- Meals as indicated in the program
- Note:
- *All prices in USD, are based on per adult, in Double/Twin sharing
- Prices are valid from 01 November 2022 till 31 October 2023 except
- -Christmas 24 Dec 2022 and 31 Dec 2022.
- -New Year: 01 Jan 2023
- -Hung King Commemorations: 28,29 April 2023
- -Liberation Day: 30 Apr 2023
- -International Workers’ Day: 01 May 2023
- -National Day: 01,02, 03 Sep 2023
- Surcharge will be applied for single traveler or single room request
Tour Price
| 01 May 2025 - 29 Oct 2026 | |
|---|---|
| Private Tour | |
| Superior - 3* | US$$1,936 USD US$$1,588 |
| First Class - 4* | US$$2,186 USD US$$1,793 |
Customer Reviews
Score breakdown
- Itinerary8
- Food/Drink10
- Tour guide9.5
- Enter/Act10
- Accommodations10

4.9 (out of 5)
We had a great experience in vietnam
by Trustpilot
We had a great experience in vietnam, even that we have to change our plans due typhoon Yagi, the help and support from Best Rate Tours and specially from Anna was superb!!! Lin the guide and the driver were very friendly. I gladly recommend them, we can’t wait to return to Vietnam !!! Anna thanks and extend our gratitude to your team!!!
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2024-09-02, Mario
Hanoi city tour on motorbike - best experience ever! Whow!!!! Thanks to Mr Tom.
by Tripadvisor
We used Bestpice Travel. Our consultant was Hang Moon - the best consultant ever! The guide that took us on the motorbike (Mr Tom) was simply the best! It was a wonderful experience (and it was raining!!).
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2024-09-01, ohstudios2
3 day Ha Long Bay experience
by Tripadvisor
We organised with the brilliant Mia Nguyen at Best Rate Tours for a 3 day, 2 night tour with Orchid cruises on their nostalgia boat. Mia’s help and organisation was brilliant. Due to the typhoon we had to change plans but she was helpful, friendly and organised throughout. We genuinely could not have asked for more from her. The boat was clean, comfortable and with some absolutely brilliant staff. We are well, plenty of options and lots of food available. The trips we took from the boat were even better than expected. An amazing experience.
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2024-09-01, Gav S
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Hanoi tour is so fun.
Sapa is a truly gateways. The landscapes is incredible. The culture and locals there is really unique and so interesting to learn more about.
The Ha Giang Loop can be summarized as "thrilling". Drive through the amazing landscapes of the mountainous area offers a great opportunity for sightseeing.
Opposite to Ha Giang, Ba Be is tranquil and relaxing.
Last is Halong Bay tour. The limestones of UNESCO Heritage are worth the hype. It was so one-of-the-kind unbelievable even when we saw it by our own eyes.
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Hanoi tour is so fun.
Sapa is a truly gateways. The landscapes is incredible. The culture and locals there is really unique and so interesting to learn more about.
The Ha Giang Loop can be summarized as "thrilling". Drive through the amazing landscapes of the mountainous area offers a great opportunity for sightseeing.
Opposite to Ha Giang, Ba Be is tranquil and relaxing.
Last is Halong Bay tour. The limestones of UNESCO Heritage are worth the hype. It was so one-of-the-kind unbelievable even when we saw it by our own eyes.
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Our tour guide was extremely knowledgeable and friendly. He provided us with a lot of information about the history and culture of the places we visited. The private car provided was comfortable and always on time.
The highlight of the trip was the cruise on Halong Bay, we chose the Melody private cruise. The scenery was breathtaking and the food on the boat was delicious.
would definitely recommend Bestrate Travel to anyone looking to explore Vietnam!!!
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Our tour guide was extremely knowledgeable and friendly. He provided us with a lot of information about the history and culture of the places we visited. The private car provided was comfortable and always on time.
The highlight of the trip was the cruise on Halong Bay, we chose the Melody private cruise. The scenery was breathtaking and the food on the boat was delicious.
would definitely recommend Bestrate Travel to anyone looking to explore Vietnam!!!
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Other old villages in Duo Lam, Sapa, Ha Jiang are also fantastic. We discover the hard to see and less know areas of Northern Vietnam. The villages give tourists the chance to talk to the locals. I learned many things new when going there, like how they work on daily, how they make money, or what they do in the free time. The views and nature make the trip more amazing. We have a lot of time to enjoy the local’s life in these quiet places.
And the most fun part is the visit to Ma Pi Leng pass and the Ban Gioc waterfall. We have to drive through many difficult roads to get to the highest pass of Vietnam. It is stunning when I get there, everything is unreal, I have to spend a long time watching the nature. The waterfall is so great to walk through the rocks and hop on some kind of bamboo raft. It is a wonderful experience.
Halong Bay have great food and activities for our group. We have no difficult in communication. Tour guides are great and caring. Thank you very much for the 14 days excellent tour.
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Other old villages in Duo Lam, Sapa, Ha Jiang are also fantastic. We discover the hard to see and less know areas of Northern Vietnam. The villages give tourists the chance to talk to the locals. I learned many things new when going there, like how they work on daily, how they make money, or what they do in the free time. The views and nature make the trip more amazing. We have a lot of time to enjoy the local’s life in these quiet places.
And the most fun part is the visit to Ma Pi Leng pass and the Ban Gioc waterfall. We have to drive through many difficult roads to get to the highest pass of Vietnam. It is stunning when I get there, everything is unreal, I have to spend a long time watching the nature. The waterfall is so great to walk through the rocks and hop on some kind of bamboo raft. It is a wonderful experience.
Halong Bay have great food and activities for our group. We have no difficult in communication. Tour guides are great and caring. Thank you very much for the 14 days excellent tour.
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