Hanoi - Sapa Town - a short trek to Cat Cat village (L/D)

Hanoi - 6:00 – 6:20: Guests are picked up from Hanoi Old Quarter, transferred to a large bus, and depart for Sapa Town.

9:30: Travel along the highway to Lao Cai city with the first comfort stop.

11:00: Second comfort stop at Lao Cai city before heading to Sapa.

Sapa - 13:00: Arrive in Sapa Town, greeted by the vibrant traditional attire of the H’mong, Dzao, and Tay ethnic groups. The tour guide and driver will meet you at the bus station and take you to the hotel.
• Enjoy a welcome drink and itinerary briefing.
• Savor a lunch featuring local Vietnamese cuisine and complete check-in procedures.

Cat Cat village - 14:30: A brief drive to the entrance of Cat Cat village, home to the Black H’mong ethnic group, situated near the base of a deep valley at the foot of Fansipan Peak. The local guide will introduce you to the daily life of the locals, leading a trek down to the valley’s base to the waterfall where the French constructed a Hydraulic Power Station; pause for photos with the bridge and waterfall, then walk uphill to meet the bus for the return to Sapa in the afternoon.

The trekking distance is approximately 2.5 km and takes about 2 hours.

17:00: Return to Sapa Town. Enjoy dinner and an overnight stay at the hotel with evening activities.

Meals included: Lunch, Dinner

Sapa – Fansipan - Y Linh Ho - Lao Chai - Ta Van Village (B/L)

Fansipan Mountain - 7:30: Breakfast at the hotel and check-out (luggage will be stored at the hotel).

8:30: After breakfast, the driver will take you to the Cable Car Station for a 20-minute cable car ride to enjoy the breathtaking scenery (without a guide).

Upon reaching an altitude of 2800 meters, take time to admire the view and take photos, visit the pagoda, a spiritual destination, and trek up 600 steps to reach the peak of Fansipan – the Roof of Indochina. (Allow about 1.5 hours for hiking and photography).

Sapa - 12:00: Return to the Cable Car Station and head back to Sapa town.
12:30 - 13:30: Lunch at a restaurant.

Ta Van Village - After lunch, enjoy some free time to relax.
14:30: Begin hiking through Y Linh Ho, then trek through the rice terraces and along Muong Hoa Stream to the Black Hmong village of Lao Chai to witness the stunning landscape of Hoang Lien Son Mountain. In the late afternoon, arrive at Ta Van Village, home to the Giay ethnic group. The trekking distance is about 9 km and lasts for 3.5 hours.

17:45: Check into a homestay; meet the Dzay family. Enjoy the mountain life at sunset. Participate in cooking local dishes with the family and enjoy a peaceful dinner.

In the evening, visit a nearby local bar with music to socialize with other tourists, then spend the night at the Bungalow.

Medium trek Ta Van – Giang Ta Chai village - Sapa - Ha Noi (B, L)

Ta Van Village - Option 2:
7:00: Participate in a cooking class to learn how to make Vietnamese dishes like Pho (Phở), Nem Cuốn, etc. (Note: The cooking class is available upon request and costs $7 per person).

8:00: Enjoy breakfast prepared by the family and start a new day with an exciting trek.

Giang Ta Chai Village - 8:45: Continue walking to the rice paddies for a photo session of the stunning surrounding landscapes. Trek through the bamboo forest and stop for a panoramic view of Giang Ta Chai village – home to the Red Dzao People. The trekking distance is about 4 km and takes 2 hours.

11:00: Trek through the Giang Ta Chai Bridge to the main road, 12:00: Return to the bungalow to shower and prepare for lunch.
12:30 - 13:30: Lunch.

Hanoi - 13:30: A van or car will pick you up to return to the bus station. You will receive your bus ticket.
14:00 - 15:00: Enjoy free time to explore Sapa Town or shop.
15:00 - 15:30: Gather with the group at the bus station to prepare for the journey back to Hanoi.
15:30: Board the bus to return to Hanoi with two rest stops.
21:30: Arrive in Hanoi, drop off at the meeting point, and return to your hotel independently.
The trip concludes.

• Round-trip transfers from Hanoi Old Quarter to Sapa by air-conditioned bus
• Accommodation includes one night in a Sapa town hotel and one night in a village bungalow, both with private facilities
• Meals provided: one breakfast, one lunch, and one dinner
• Full access to Fansipan Cable Car, Muong Hoa Monorail, and Fansipan Peak Rail for scenic mountain views
• Complimentary Wifi and water on the bus
• Guidance from an English-speaking local guide throughout the Sapa excursion
• Insurance coverage while on the bus

• Others not clearly mentioned above
• Beverages, travel insurance, personal expenses

This journey is structured for globetrotters wishing to invest 3 days and 2 nights in Sapa with the aim of: Maximizing their time, experiencing the most renowned tourist destinations in Sapa, securing a stay in a fine hotel for comfort, significantly cutting costs compared to night train travel, and importantly, savoring the hospitable services offered by Vietnam Travel Top.

• All passengers should provide mobile phone or email address to the tour operator. The company will contact you directly after you make your reservation.
• Please note, the itineraries and schedules are subject to change without notice, depending on the weather and operating conditions.
• You can also finish your trip in Sapa.
• If you are vegetarian or have any special food requirements, please advise the local operator in advance.
• Customers should provide their hotel name and address in the Hoan Kiem district for pick-up arrangements.

If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.