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Getting There - By Air: Hanoi’s Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) is the main gateway. From there: To Sapa: Take an overnight train or limousine bus (5-6 hours). To Ha Long Bay: A 2.5 to 3-hour drive from Hanoi via shuttle bus or private car. By Train/Bus: Sapa is accessible via the Hanoi to Lao Cai railway, then a short bus/taxi ride to town. Ha Long Bay is best reached by bus or private transport. Attractions - Sapa: Fansipan Mountain – Ride the world’s longest cable car to Vietnam’s highest peak. Cat Cat Village – A traditional H’Mong village with scenic waterfalls. Muong Hoa Valley – Breathtaking rice terraces and tribal villages. Silver & Love Waterfalls – Stunning natural falls just outside Sapa town. Hanoi: Hoan Kiem Lake & Ngoc Son Temple – A peaceful escape in the city center. Old Quarter – Bustling streets filled with street food, shopping, and history. Temple of Literature – Vietnam’s first university, rich in culture. Train Street – Watch trains pass just inches away from cafés and houses. Ha Long Bay: Cruising the Bay – Explore thousands of limestone islands on a traditional junk boat. Sung Sot (Surprise) Cave – A massive and beautifully lit limestone cave. Titop Island – Hike up for a panoramic view of the bay. Kayaking & Floating Villages – Paddle through emerald waters and fishing villages. Hotels - Sapa: Hotel de la Coupole – MGallery – Luxury with a vintage French Indochina touch. Sapa Jade Hill Resort – Mountain-side villas with breathtaking views. BB Hotel Sapa – A great mix of comfort and convenience in the town center. Hanoi: Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi – A historic 5-star hotel with French elegance. La Siesta Classic Ma May – A charming boutique hotel in the Old Quarter. Hanoi Tirant Hotel – Rooftop views and great service at a mid-range price. Ha Long Bay (Most visitors stay overnight on a cruise instead of hotels): Paradise Elegance Cruise – A luxury cruise with fine dining and spa. Athena Luxury Cruise – Modern and stylish rooms with bay views. Peony Cruise – A boutique option with a balance of luxury and affordability. Food & Restaurants - Sapa: A Phu Restaurant – Famous for Thang Co (H’Mong-style horse meat stew). Moment Romantic Restaurant – Serves delicious hotpot and grilled meats. The Hill Station – Great for coffee, local wines, and light bites. Hanoi: Bún Chả Hương Liên – Where Obama & Anthony Bourdain dined on Bun Cha. Pho Gia Truyen – One of the best pho restaurants in Hanoi. Quan An Ngon – A variety of Vietnamese street food under one roof. Ha Long Bay: Cua Vang Restaurant – Known for seafood hotpot and crab dishes. Hồng Hạnh 3 – Great seafood with a local feel. 1868 Restaurant – Upscale dining with fresh bay seafood. Shopping - Sapa: Sapa Market – Handmade ethnic textiles, silver jewelry, and herbal medicine. Bac Ha Sunday Market – A colorful market where different tribes gather. Love Market (Weekends) – A cultural experience where ethnic minorities meet.