Magnificent Sapa Trekking

Duration

5 days 4 Nights

Tour Style Adventure Tours

Destinations

Hanoi - Sapa

VIETMOUNTAIN COMMERCIAL SERVIES AND TOURISM COMPANY LIMITED

No.75 Phu Dien, Phu Dien, Bac Tu Liem, Hanoi, Vietnam

Hotline: (+84)968 01 1234

Email: info@vietmountaintravel.com

Website: https://vietmountaintravel.com.vn/

Magnificent Sapa Trekking

Overview

Four reasons to choose Vietmountain Travel's tour:

1. Vietmountain Travel is a leading pioneer in the tourism market in developing Southeast Asian tourism such as Laos, Cambodia, Myanmar, Thailand, Singapore, Indonesia..., experiencing mountainous areas, especially the East-West region North Vietnam such as: Ha Long, Ninh Binh, Hoa Binh, Lao Cai, Cao Bang, Yen Bai, Son La, Dien Bien, Ha Giang, Da Nang, Nha Trang……

2. All Vietmountain Travel employees are allowed to experience and survey the actual route service to ensure the most complete and accurate information provided to customers.

3. Vietmountain Travel only provides the best service with the best tour price for customers.

4. Vietmountain travel has a great tour guide and driver team who is enthusiastic, knowledgeable about routes and have many years of tour experience. Explore the wonders of northern Vietnam which is filled with mountain ranges, caves, and clear-water rivers. Discover the different sides of Hanoi, travel to the outskirts, and learn about traditional green tea and local countryside life.

Quotation:..(USD/person)

Group of travelers	2 pax	3 pax	4 - 6 pax
Private tour price

Welcome to Sapa, Vietnam's hidden gem that's waiting to be discovered. Nestled in the heart of the Hoang Lien Mountains, Sapa is a land of misty valleys, rolling hills, and vibrant ethnic culture.

Sapa is home to a diverse range of ethnic minority groups, each with their own unique traditions, costumes, and languages. The Hmong, Dao, Tay, and Giay communities are just a few of the many ethnic groups that call this region home. These communities have maintained their traditional way of life for centuries, and their customs, crafts, and music are an integral part of Sapa's cultural heritage. The scenery in Sapa is nothing short of breathtaking. The rolling hills are blanketed with emerald green rice terraces, which change with the seasons, from lush green in the summer to golden yellow in the autumn. The mountain slopes are covered with dense forests, which are home to a rich diversity of flora and fauna. And at the heart of it all is Fansipan, the highest peak in Indochina, which offers awe-inspiring views of the surrounding landscape.

But Sapa is more than just stunning scenery and ethnic culture. It's also a land of adventure, where visitors can trek through remote villages, hike through rugged mountain trails, and immerse themselves in the daily life of the local communities. Sapa is a playground for outdoor enthusiasts, with a range of activities on offer, from mountain biking and zip-lining to rock climbing and kayaking.

When it comes to food, Sapa has a rich culinary tradition that draws from the local ingredients and ethnic flavors of the region. Visitors can sample local delicacies like "thang co", a spicy stew made from horse meat, or "xoi", a sticky rice dish topped with grilled meat or vegetables. And for those who prefer familiar tastes, there are plenty of international restaurants and cafes in town that offer a range of cuisines to suit all tastes.

At night, Sapa comes alive with the vibrant colors and sounds of the night market, where local vendors sell their wares, from handicrafts and textiles to souvenirs and street food. The market is a hub of activity, with live music performances, traditional dances, and cultural shows on offer.

Sapa is a destination that's truly unlike any other, with a unique blend of natural beauty, cultural diversity, and outdoor adventure. Whether you're seeking to escape the hustle and bustle of the city, connect with local communities, or embark on a once-in-a-lifetime adventure, Sapa has something for everyone. So why wait? Plan your trip to Sapa today and discover the magic of Vietnam's hidden gem.

By Vietmountain Travel

ITINERARY

Day

Hanoi - Lao Cai - Sapa

This evening, transfer to Hanoi Train Station for an overnight trip to Lao Cai city, the gateway to Sapa and the exotic mountainous Northwest.

Overnight on the train in a soft sleeper compartment.

Day

Sapa

In the terraced hills and mountains of this area, the monotony of the expansive green landscape is enlivened by the colours of its hill tribe population - flashes of shining silver jewellery from their necks and wrists of indigo-clad H'mong and the scarlet hues of the turbans worn by the Red Dao can be seen. Observe the ethnic tribes stained hands with colour from fabric dye that comes in various shades of blue, red and green and is intricately embroidered and stitched into jackets, waistcoats, pants, skirts, caps, purses and leggings.
When the train ends its journey at Lao Cai Station, you will take an hour drive to Sapa. You will see and feel the differences in scenery and atmosphere between the Lao Cai city and higher parts of Sapa, you also have a chance to admire the local treasure - rice terraces. When arriving in Sapa, let's take a morning walking tour in Sapa for a visit to the market where Red Dao, Black H’Mong, Tay and other ethnic minority people converge from the surrounding countrysides to sell their silverware and handicrafts, foods, animal ...and to buy provisions.
Following take a light trek to discover Sapa's quaint hill tribe villages set against the stunning Hoang Lien Son Mountain Range and Indochina's highest peak, Mt. Fansipan, a picnic lunch will be had en-route.

Check-in your hotel.

Spend the rest of the afternoon and evening at leisure to roam around and discover Sapa Town independently. Overnight in Sapa.

Day

Sapa - Y Linh Ho - Lao Chai - Ta Van

Have breakfast - Check out your hotel.

09.00 AM: Vietmountain Travel's guide come to pick you up at your hotel and start trekking, after 15 - 30 minutes of walking "location of the hotel" you will come out of Sapa town and start trekking on the trail through Y LINH HO village where Black Hmong people are living. On your way, you will pass beautiful rice terraces and bamboo forests, After about 4km you will get off the concrete road to continue downward to Lao Chai village.

On the way from Y LINH HO to LAO CHAI, you will see the beautiful terraced fields called SAPA's Raspberry Hill... After checking in and taking photos, you move down to Lao Chai village around 12.30 PM to have a picnic lunch with typical dishes of indigenous people.
After lunch, you rest for about 30 minutes to reenergize for the afternoon trek to Ta Van village. On the trek from Lao Chai to Ta Van, your tour guide will take you to visit indigenous people's houses to learn about their customs and traditions such as linen making, weaving, dyeing melaleuca, and painting wax. bees, making traditional incense...
After all, check in a homestay in Ta Van village for an overnight stay.

After checking in, you can shower and relax at the homestay, until about 05.00 PM you can join in dinner cooking with the host if you want...

07.00 PM: Have dinner with the host family, with dishes that you have made together. After dinner is your free time.

Day

Trekking Ta Van - Giang Ta Chai - Topas Ecolodge

08.30 AM: You wake up and have breakfast, then check out and pay the costs incurred by the host, and then start trekking.

Today you will go gently leisurely, Vietmountain Travel's guide takes you across the terraces, and bamboo forest to Giang Ta Chai village - home to Red Dzao and Black Hmong tribes.

After trekking through the bamboo forest, you will reach the waterfall in Giang Ta Chai village, where you will stop to light a fire to grill BBQ food for lunch and swim in the waterfall until 02.00 PM you move 1km from the waterfall to the bus point.

In the afternoon, have a private transfer to the spectacular resort - Topas Ecolodge.

Check-in at the resort.

This lodge has perhaps the most breathtaking location and finest views of any in Vietnam! From the bungalow’s balcony, enjoy an amazing view over the mountainous area with rice terraces, hill tribe's houses, green mountains, white clouds...

Day

Topas Ecolodge - Hanoi

Enjoy the fresh air and stunning sunrise at the resort before having an authentic buffet breakfast.

This morning for a change of pace enjoys a cycling trip with the local guide. Start cycling following the main road for three kilometers to Lech village of the Red Dao minority, observing the magnificent valley view on the way. (at own cost).
Let's leave your bikes and take a short walk on the dirt road to visit a traditional Red Dao family to experience their culture - who are living peacefully in the same way as their ancestors. Next, take a further ride to the new Lech Village, with a longer break to learn how the women at their doorways are doing their exquisite embroidery, which the Red Dao people are very proud of.
Then you head back to the ecolodge for checking out. (Note that the cycling route may be adjusted depending on guests’ fitness, energy levels, and road and weather conditions).

03.00 PM: Topas Mountain Express (sharing bus) departs from Topas Ecolodge and returns to your hotel in Hanoi.

Finish the trip. Vietmountain Travel goodbye and see you again.

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