Vietnam · HIKING TOURS IN HANOI
This is the shortlist you would text a friend two weeks out: 7 hiking tours in Hanoi worth the money, each with what it costs and the one thing to check before you commit.
Review of Halong Bay’s full-day cruise from Hanoi, with cave exploring, Titop Island hiking, kayaking, lunch, and sunset tea for $38.
“Had a wonderful experience at Ha Long bay. Such unrealistically beautiful views. Me and my friends had a lot of fun. The whole guided tour was very a very culture rixh experience for us.”
Trek Sapa’s rice terraces, villages, and bamboo forest from Hanoi, with a local homestay, home cooking, scenic hikes, and meals for $71.
“Great activity, Mama Zazu and Mama Leto were amazing hosts! We enjoyed the hike and home stay, definitely a great way to visit Sapa.”
Review of Sapa’s 3-day trek from Hanoi, with Cat Cat Village, rice terraces, a Ta Van homestay, mountain trails, meals, and practical tips.
“Great hike and our guide Su was amazing! The bus that brought us from Hanoi thought could be better, it was very uncomfortable.”
Trek Sapa’s rice terraces, bamboo forests, and mountain villages over three days, with a Ta Van homestay, meals, guide, and Hanoi transfers included.
“Our trekking experience was absolutely amazing! We trekked three different trails on three different days. The terrain varied from wide walking paths to steep, narrow and muddy trails. All of the trails offered amazing trekking experiences. Read more”
Trek Sa Pa’s rice terraces with a local Hmong guide, sleep in Ta Van village, and ride Hanoi’s new highway in a comfortable limousine bus.
“I knew I wanted to do some hiking in Sapa but wasn't sure which to take and eventually settled with this activity. I'm so glad I choice this one as it was fantastic. I was contacted by Viet via WhatsApp well in advance of the activity and he helped arrange my sleeper bus from Hanoi along with the optional upgrades I requested. Viet provided clear instructions and was readily available to assist at all times. The food included throughout the tour was amazing both at the homestay and the start/ finish restaurant. Gom was my guide for the trek and she was extraordinary, providing detailed knowledge of the area, including…”
Review of a three-day Sapa trek from Hanoi with Cat Cat, rice terraces, hotel, homestay, meals, and VIP cabin bus transfers.
“Both guides we had were fantastic. Wonderful, kind women who I really appreciated. But as for the organized tour itself - you are paying a lot more than you would on the local market for an average to cheap experience. The toilet and refrigerRead more”
Hike Cuc Phuong from Ninh Binh, meet rescued primates, explore caves and ancient trees, and enjoy a forest lunch with a local guide.
“We loved the jungle trek, even in the rain. We were kindly given gum boots for the muddy, wet conditions which helped keep our shoes clean and dry. The guide shared very interesting facts about the wildlife and forest.”
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