3D2N Tour I Discover Sapa, the "Land of Mist"

 

- ITINERARY - 

 

Day 1: Hanoi – Sa Pa – Y Linh Ho – Lao Chai – Ta Van

 

6:30 - 7:00: Pick-up from your designated location and transfer to Sa Pa by high-quality sleeper bus.

 

9:00: Stop along the Noi Bai – Lao Cai highway for a breakfast break.

 

13:30: Arrival in Sa Pa, home to diverse ethnic groups like the H’mong, Dao, and Tay. The guide will take you to the hotel:

Enjoy lunch at the hotel, check-in, and rest.

 

14:20: Transfer to Y Linh Ho where you'll start a hike through Muong Hoa Valley to Lao Chai village, home to the Black H’Mong people. Explore the local culture and enjoy views of the Hoang Lien Son mountain range. Continue to Ta Van village, where many Day ethnic people reside.

Note: Expect a 3.5-hour hike covering 9 km.

 

17:00: Rest at a local family’s home, explore the customs of the Day people, and enjoy a scenic sunset. Join the host in preparing dinner and share a meal together.

In the evening, participate in activities with other guests or relax at nearby bars. Overnight in Ta Van village.

 

Day 2: Ta Van – Giang Ta Chai – Sa Pa

8:00: Enjoy a breakfast prepared by the locals and start your day with more exciting hiking activities.

 

8:45: Hike to the rice fields for stunning photo opportunities. Walk through bamboo forests and reach a viewpoint overlooking Giang Ta Chai village, home to the Red Dao people.

 

11:00: Walk to Giang Ta Chai Bridge, where a vehicle will pick you up and return you to Sa Pa.

Note: Expect a 3.5-hour hike covering 9 km.

 

12:00-14:00: Return to the hotel, enjoy a welcome drink, have lunch, and check-in.

 

14:30: Visit Cat Cat village, home to the Black H’mong people, and explore the picturesque valley at the foot of the majestic Fansipan Peak. The local guide will introduce you to the daily life of the ethnic people. Continue walking to Cat Cat Waterfall and the French-built Cat Cat Hydroelectric Station from the early 20th century. Enjoy photo opportunities and return to Sa Pa town.

 

16:30: Transfer back to Sa Pa town, dinner, and overnight at the hotel.

 

Day 3: Sa Pa – Hanoi

7:30-12:00: Breakfast at the hotel and free time to explore Sa Pa town.

 

12:00: Check-out from the hotel.

 

12:30-14:30: Lunch at the hotel and free time for shopping and sightseeing in the town.

 

13:45: Gather at the hotel, check your belongings, and head back to Hanoi.

 

14:00: Depart for Hanoi.

 

20:30 - 21:00: Arrival in Hanoi and end of the program.

 

What to Bring:

• Warm clothing, scarves, and wide-brimmed hats as weather in Sa Pa can be variable. It’s typically cold from October to March.
• Sa Pa's high altitude may bring fog from December to March.
• Hiking shoes, sunglasses, sunscreen, and insect repellent. Vietnamese currency is recommended for convenience, though USD, AUD, or Euro are also accepted.
• Personal medications in case of illness.

 

Included Services:

• New, modern air-conditioned vehicle with experienced, courteous drivers.
• Modern transport for the itinerary in Sa Pa.
• Local guide in Sa Pa.
• Meals as specified: 3 lunches, 2 dinners, and 1 breakfast.
• Accommodation in a 3-star hotel (2 persons per room), and a village stay with single beds and full bedding.
• Entrance fees to attractions as per the itinerary.
• Passenger insurance on the vehicle.

 

Not Included:

• Beverages, travel insurance, VAT, and other personal expenses.
• Limousine bus (19 or 22 seats) Hanoi-Sa Pa-Hanoi: additional 300,000 VND/person/round trip.
• Dcar Limousine Hanoi-Sa Pa-Hanoi: additional 500,000 VND/person/round trip/VIP seat.
• Additional costs outside the program.