4 days
Hanoi, Sapa
This 4-day tour package focuses on trekking and exploring various hill tribal villages in Sapa. Situated in the northwest, Sapa is renowned as a popular tourist destination with abundant attractions for adventure enthusiasts. Throughout this tour, you will trek through the Muong Hoa Valley, navigating extensive rice paddy terraces and bamboo forests. You'll also have opportunities to experience the diverse cultures of local ethnic minorities by visiting their homes and observing their daily lives. This trip is a must for your enjoyment in Vietnam.
| By Day | Transfer | Destinations | Activities | Meals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Hanoi | Drive from your hotel to Hanoi Railway Station | ||
| Day 2 | Admire the Muong Hoa valley, trekking through ethnic villages of Y Linh Ho, Lao Chai and Ta Van | B, L, D | ||
| Day 3 | Sapa | Leaving Ta Van village to Giang Ta Chai; Trekking through ethnic villages; Visit Hau Thao village; Back Lao Cai station | B, L | |
| Day 4 | Hanoi | Drive from Hanoi Railway Station to your hotel at Old Quarter |
Drive from your hotel to Hanoi Railway Station
This evening, you will be picked up and driven by private car (without a guide) to Hanoi Railway Station to board an air-conditioned train with soft sleeper berths to Lao Cai (shared cabin with 4 berths).
Overnight on the train.
Admire the Muong Hoa valley, trekking through ethnic villages of Y Linh Ho, Lao Chai and Ta Van
At approximately 06:00, we will arrive in Lao Cai. Your driver will be waiting to take you on a 45-minute drive by private car from Lao Cai Station to Sapa. Enjoy a local breakfast at a restaurant, then prepare for trekking.
Begin your exploration of Muong Hoa Valley. Follow the main road heading south for about an hour before turning right onto a footpath descending into Muong Hoa Valley. This section offers spectacular views of the highest part of the Hoang Lien Son mountain range, and on a clear day, you can see Fansipan Peak. Cross the river via a suspension bridge and challenge yourself with an uphill trek to Y Linh Ho village. Here, visit some H’mong families and observe their daily activities.
After lunch, the trail continues up and down for about 2 hours until you reach Lao Chai, a large H’mong village. Then, follow the riverbank to Ta Van village of the Zay people. Visit local homes and village schools to enjoy a cultural discovery of the local ethnic communities and the breathtaking scenery of Muong Hoa Valley. Settle down in Ta Van village for an overnight homestay.
Enjoy dinner at the local homestay.
Leaving Ta Van village to Giang Ta Chai; Trekking through ethnic villages; Visit Hau Thao village; Back Lao Cai station
After breakfast, leave Ta Van village and take the uphill trail, passing by fascinating terraced rice fields and small H’mong hamlets before entering a bamboo forest leading to a waterfall. Take a break to enjoy the magnificent scenery, then continue walking for half an hour to reach Giang Ta Chai village of the Red Zao people, located atop a hill overlooking the Muong Hoa River.
Spend time visiting the village, befriending the Zao, and experiencing their hospitality. Cross the river via another suspension bridge and trek uphill again to Hau Thao village. Visit a local handicraft center where H’mong and Zao women gather to exchange experiences and skills in making handicrafts. Enjoy a late lunch near this center, then relax and prepare for the journey back to Lao Cai station for the overnight train back to Hanoi.
Drive from Hanoi Railway Station to your hotel at Old Quarter
Early this morning, you will arrive at Hanoi Railway Station. After checking out of your cabin, our driver (without a guide) will welcome you and transfer you to your hotel, the tour ends.
Meals
2 breakfasts 2 lunches 1 dinner
Accommodation
Transport
Car, Train, Trekking
Included services
Vietnam visa approval letter (Not applied for nationalities in the special nations list of Vietnam Immigration Department. Check on request for details.)
Land Tour transfer by private A/C car
Hanoi and Lao Cai train station private transfer
Local homestay accommodation bases on double/twin sharing
Return train tickets with A/C 4 soft sleeper berth cabin
All entrance fees
Local English speaking guide
Meals as mentioned in program
Travel insurance
Vietnam Visa Stamp fee
Early check-in and late check-out surcharges at accommodations
Single supplement surcharges
Peak season surcharges: From Dec. 20 to Jan. 15
Christmas Eve surcharges: Dec. 24
New Year Eve surcharges: Dec 31
New Year surcharges: Jan 01
Lunar New Year surcharges
Public Holidays surcharges: Hung Kings Commemoration Day, International Labor Day, National Day, Reunification Day
Weekend surcharges: Friday, Saturday (If required)
Beverage
Personal expenses, tips and gratuities for guides and drivers
Other services not mentioned above
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