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Top 15 Hiking Tours in Hanoi

42 tours  ·  from $26

This is the shortlist you would text a friend two weeks out: 15 hiking tours in Hanoi worth the money, each with what it costs and the one thing to check before you commit.

Halong Bay Full Day with Kayaking, Hiking viewpoint, Cave - Deluxe To Luxury - Boarding at Tuan Chau Island around noon
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Halong Bay Full Day with Kayaking, Hiking viewpoint, Cave – Deluxe To Luxury

1.Halong Bay Full Day with Kayaking, Hiking viewpoint, Cave – Deluxe To Luxury

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 884 reviews · from $38Our pick

Spend 12 to 14 hours traveling from Hanoi to Halong Bay by air-conditioned bus and deluxe boat. You’ll visit Sung Sot Cave, hike 420 steps on Titop Island, swim, kayak or ride a bamboo boat, and enjoy lunch plus sunset tea. Guides such as Sam and Hercules have earned strong praise.

“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.”

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From Hanoi: 2-Day Sapa Trekking Trip with Homestay & Meals - Leaving Hanoi before breakfast
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From Hanoi: 2-Day Sapa Trekking Trip with Homestay & Meals

2.2-Day Sapa Trekking Trip with Homestay & Meals

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 704 reviews · from $71

Travel from Hanoi to Sapa by sleeper bus, then hike 12 kilometers through Lao Chai, Ylinh Ho, and Ta Van. Stay with a local host such as Mama Zuzu, share home-cooked food, and choose a second hike or farm activity. Expect mud, steep sections, and a warm village welcome.

“Great activity, Mama Zazu and Mama Leto were amazing hosts! We enjoyed the hike and home stay, definitely a great way to visit Sapa.”

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Sapa 3 Days 2 Nights Trekking Tour (1 Night In Ta Van Village, 1 Night In Hotel) - The long morning from Hanoi to Sapa
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Sapa 3 Days 2 Nights Trekking Tour (1 Night In Ta Van Village, 1 Night In Hotel)

3.Sapa 3 Days 2 Nights Trekking Tour (1 Night In Ta Van Village, 1 Night In Hotel)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 699 reviews · from $139

Trek from Hanoi to Sapa with an English-speaking local guide such as Su, Cat, Dao, or May. Visit Cat Cat, Y Linh Ho, Ta Van, and Giang Ta Chai, sleep one night in a Sapa hotel and one in a Ta Van bungalow, and return by bus.

“Great hike and our guide Su was amazing! The bus that brought us from Hanoi thought could be better, it was very uncomfortable.”

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3-Day Trekking Adventure of Sapa from Hanoi - Stay Ta Van Village - Day one: Y Linh Ho to Ta Van
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3-Day Trekking Adventure of Sapa from Hanoi – Stay Ta Van Village

4.3-Day Trekking Adventure of Sapa from Hanoi – Stay Ta Van Village

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 611 reviews · from $109

Spend three days hiking from Ta Van through Muong Hoa Valley villages with local guides such as Chang, Khu, Cat, Mu, or Su. Expect rice terraces, bamboo forests, muddy paths, a simple bungalow or stilt-house stay, seven meals, and sleeper-bus transfers from Hanoi.

“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”

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2-Day Sa Pa Ethnic Homestay Tour & Trek with Limousine Bus - Hanoi to Sa Pa by limousine or sleeper bus
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2-Day Sa Pa Ethnic Homestay Tour & Trek with Limousine Bus

5.2-Day Sa Pa Ethnic Homestay Tour & Trek with Limousine Bus

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 440 reviews

You’ll ride from Hanoi to Sa Pa, trek through Lao Chai and Ta Van with a local Hmong English-speaking guide such as Soso or Sua, then sleep in a basic but comfortable homestay. Expect rice terraces, bamboo forest, village life, local meals, and a moderate trek that can turn muddy after rain.

“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…”

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Hanoi - Sapa 3 Day 2 Night Trekking With Hotel & Homestay - Cat Cat Village and your first Sapa afternoon
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Hanoi – Sapa 3 Day 2 Night Trekking With Hotel & Homestay

6.Sapa 3 Day 2 Night Trekking With Hotel & Homestay

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 389 reviews · from $125

Travel from Hanoi to Sapa by VIP cabin bus, then hike through Cat Cat, Y Linh Ho, Lao Chai, Ta Van, Giang Ta Chai, and Su Pan. You get one night in a central three-star hotel, one private homestay room, seven meals, a local English-speaking guide, and a small group of up to 15.

“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”

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Ninh Binh: Cuc Phuong Jungle Hike & Wildlife Day Trip - The drive from Ninh Binh to the forest
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Ninh Binh: Cuc Phuong Jungle Hike & Wildlife Day Trip

7.Cuc Phuong Jungle Hike & Wildlife Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 327 reviews · 9 hours · from $26Best value

Leave Ninh Binh, Tam Coc, or Trang An for Cuc Phuong National Park with an English-speaking guide such as Hoa, Hao, or Viet. Visit the primate rescue center, walk rainforest trails to a 1,000-year-old Cay Cho tree, explore a prehistoric cave, and eat Vietnamese food in the forest.

“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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From Hanoi: 2-Day Sapa Trek Tour - Luxury Limousine Transfer - Lunch with a view in Sapa
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From Hanoi: 2-Day Sapa Trek Tour – Luxury Limousine Transfer

8.2-Day Sapa Trek Tour – Luxury Limousine Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 249 reviews · from $189

Travel from Hanoi to Sapa in a comfortable limousine, then trek to Cat Cat, Lao Chai, and Ta Van with a local English-speaking guide. You get one hotel night, two lunches, breakfast, entrance fees, and free time in Sapa. Guides such as Chang, Tai My, and Vang may lead the walks.

“The bus pick up on time in early morning for the tour. The highway is perfect from Hanoi to Lao Cai with great views of the rice fields in the morning. Amazing road from Lao Cai to Sapa. The guide was very good English pick up us when bus stop at the entrance to Hotel for the lunch. Such Panoramic View from the restaurant at Panorama Hotel. The trekking tour for 2 days with small group was very nice organization. You would have friends to chat and discuss with. The food at the local village was fantastic! Love this tour for 2 days. Highly recommend !!!”

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Ninh Binh: Hoa Lu, Trang An and Mua Caves Hiking Day Trip - The drive from Hoan Kiem to Hoa Lu
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Ninh Binh: Hoa Lu, Trang An and Mua Caves Hiking Day Trip

9.Hoa Lu, Trang An and Mua Caves Hiking Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 163 reviews · from $43

Travel from Hanoi to Ninh Binh for Hoa Lu’s ancient temples, a 2.5-hour bamboo-boat ride through Trang An’s caves, and a climb up Mua Cave’s 486 steps. Guides such as Harry, Bao, Leo, and Hoang are praised for clear stories and friendly help. Lunch, transfers, entrance fees, and hotel pickup are included.

“Harry, our guide, was great. We got picked up on time and were in contact via WhatsApp before so that we could arrange everything. Together with our driver we had a great trip and Harry should us everything that we wanted and explained the history of the places, that we have visited. We had great weather, which was also a plus and since we started early, we could avoid the very large crowds and while we were on our way back down from the Dragon's mountain, more and more groups started coming in. Harry was such a nice and great guide, he made the tour perfect for us. And on…”

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From Hanoi: Trek and Stay: 3-Day Sapa Highlands Adventure - The early bus from Hanoi to Sapa
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From Hanoi: Trek and Stay: 3-Day Sapa Highlands Adventure

10.Trek and Stay: 3-Day Sapa Highlands Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 152 reviews · from $98

Travel from Hanoi to Sapa by sleeper bus, then trek through Cat Cat, Sin Chai, Y Linh Ho, Lao Chai, Ta Van, Giang Ta Chai, and Supan. English-speaking local guides such as Khu, Phin, Sao, and Phinh lead the walks, with one hotel night and one village homestay.

“Thai thi só was an excellent guide. All was good. Thanks”

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From Hanoi: Ninh Binh Boat Ride, Mua Cave Hike, Temple Visit - Choosing between Bai Dinh and Hoa Lu
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From Hanoi: Ninh Binh Boat Ride, Mua Cave Hike, Temple Visit

11.Ninh Binh Boat Ride, Mua Cave Hike, Temple Visit

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 146 reviews · from $37

Choose a shared, VIP Dcar, or private day trip from Hanoi to Ninh Binh. Visit Hoa Lu or Bai Dinh, climb Mua Cave, and cruise Trang An or Tam Coc. Guides such as Duong, Ruby, Jun, and Thang are known for clear stories and careful help throughout the long day.

“The Activity was perfectly organized from the start and the pick up instructions. Dolphin and Andrea were amazing! This is the first time we follow the program without "extra" tourist traps stops which waste time for the day. We were fighting against a heat wave and the guide was very mindful of that, still, we were able to see and do everything. The Trang An boat ride was the highlight of our Vietnamese your. Just a tip: the rowers have a very tough job to do, please have cash on you to give them a little tip at the end!”

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2-Day Trekking Adventure of Sapa from Hanoi with Night Bus - Morning in Sapa and the 12-kilometer walk
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2-Day Trekking Adventure of Sapa from Hanoi with Night Bus

12.2-Day Trekking Adventure of Sapa from Hanoi with Night Bus

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 134 reviews · from $79

Travel overnight from Hanoi to Sapa, then trek through Y Linh Ho, Lao Chai, Ta Van, and Giang Ta Chai with a group of up to 10. Guides such as Cat, Vu, and Mu add local insight, while your bungalow stay includes meals, an en-suite bathroom, and time with a Giay family.

“This was an amazing trip, made all the more special by our guide Vu. As a Black Humong women she was able to share wonderful insight into her community, whilst we walked through a unique landscape. Thanks Vu”

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Sapa 3 Days 2 Nights Trekking Tour From Hanoi (2 Nights in Hotel) - Cat Cat Village on the first afternoon
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Sapa 3 Days 2 Nights Trekking Tour From Hanoi (2 Nights in Hotel)

13.Sapa 3 Days 2 Nights Trekking Tour From Hanoi (2 Nights in Hotel)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 112 reviews · from $149

Travel from Hanoi to Sapa by air-conditioned sleeper bus, then trek with an English-speaking local guide through Cat Cat, Lao Chai, Ta Van, and the Muong Hoa Valley. Expect two hotel nights, six included meals, village walks, and free time for Fansipan or Sapa town.

“An exceptional walking tour with our guide Xi. She is friendly, informative, fit and agile. So beautiful to walk up and down hills, through and around rice paddies and through villages and connect with nature and people. An absolute highlight ✅”

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Hanoi - Sapa 3 Days - 2 Nights Trekking with With the locals - Day 1: Hanoi to Sapa, then Cat Cat Village
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Hanoi – Sapa 3 Days – 2 Nights Trekking with With the locals

14.Sapa 3 Days – 2 Nights Trekking with With the locals

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 95 reviews · from $130

Travel from Hanoi to Sapa by VIP cabin bus, then trek with a local H’Mông guide through Cat Cat, Y Linh Ho, Lao Chai, Ta Van, Giang Ta Chai, and Su Pan. You’ll sleep one night in a 3-star hotel and one in a private homestay room, with meals and transport included.

“Merveilleux paysages et très bon circuit pour découvrir les villages et villageois! Sachez que la randonnée n'est pas facile: énormément de montées et descentes, surfaces très glissantes par endroits. Voyagez léger et soyez bien chaussRead more”

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Sapa Trekking Tour 2 Days 1 Night By Bus - Your first afternoon in Sapa
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Sapa Trekking Tour 2 Days 1 Night By Bus

15.Sapa Trekking Tour 2 Days 1 Night By Bus

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 86 reviews · from $85

Travel from Hanoi to Sapa by sleeper bus, then trek through Black H’mong, Dao, and Dzay villages with guides such as Vu, Su, Koo, or Mu. You’ll see Muong Hoa Valley, Lao Chai, Giang Ta Chai, and Su Pan, eat local meals, and choose between a homestay and hotel stay.

“Very nicely organized. Vu was an outstanding guide. She shared lots of information about her culture and the area. The accommodations were great as well. The heating blanket was much appreciated after trekking in the rain.”

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