Day 1-2

Arrive in Saigon. Tour of Saigon, revisiting Marguerite Duras' landmarks.

Day 3

Flight to Hanoi

Day 4

Travel to Halong Bay for one nights' cruise.

Day 5

Transfer back to Hanoi.

Day 6-9

Transfer on overnight train to Sapa. Travel to Sapa Love Market if the visit coincides with a Saturday.

Day 10

Transfer back to Hanoi on overnight train.

Day 11

Back in Hanoi.

Day 12

Onward flight back.