The mountain ranges in the North are related to the far away Himalayas. This region offers big potential for trekking with rocks and mountains and tropical jungle covered by lush vegetation. Here, you will encounter an impressive variety of ethnic minorities. H'Mong and Dzao people live on high altitude in their traditional villages. Thai, Nhang and Lu minorities inhabit the surrounding valleys. These hill tribes still preserve their authentic lifestyle and customs, despite influences of modern life.
From Sapa, the French former hill station at an altitude of 1,640 m, a stunning view is offered over Sapa Valley and the numerous traditional villages of the hill tribe people.This is the place for those who are seeking traditional cultural values.
Day 01: Hanoi - Lao Cai night train
In the evening our tour guide picks you up in Hanoi and transfers you to the central train station. Here we catch the night train to Lao Cai. The journey will last for about 10 hours.
Day 02: Lao Cai - Sa Pa
Upon arrival in Lao Cai, you will be transferred to Sapa. Sapa is a former French hill station, located in a sweeping valley near the Chinese border. With an elevation of 1,600m the climate is pleasantly cool. The valley is home to indigenous tribes who live in traditional bamboo villages, surrounded by magnificent green rice-plateaus. After lunch we start hiking to one of these villages, established by the Dzay tribe. We have dinner and spend the night in the houses of the local people. Mattresses, blankets and mosquito nets are taken care of.
Day 03: Sapa - Ban Ho home village
In the morning we hike through beautiful scenery, using buffalo paths to reach several traditional settlements. During the hike you will have the opportunity to get to know the indigenous people with their unique customs and beliefs. For lunch we have scheduled a picnic in an amazing setting. We have dinner and spend the night in Ban Ho village with the locals. Mattresses, blankets and mosquito nets are taken care of.
Day 04: Sapa - Home village
After local breakfast, prepared by our guest family, we start walking towards the Red Dzao villages. Dzao women are famous for their appearance. They tie their hair up in different locks into a large red turban, covered with coins. It is said that the weight of coins represents a woman's wealth. At the end of the trail our jeep is waiting to transfer you back to Sapa. The night is spend in a hotel.
Day 05: Sapa - Ta Phin village - Lao Cai - Hanoi
Today we complete our last hike, towards Ta Phin village. It's a steep and very beautiful hike. In the afternoon we return to the train station of Lao Cai to catch the night train back to Hanoi.
Day 06: Ha Noi arrival
Upon arrival in Hanoi you will be transferred to your hotel.
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Trip facts:
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Trip reference: |
TREK-01 |
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When to go |
from February to May |
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Group:
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from 2 pax with private services
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Hotel list: (click on the hotel to have more details)
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Places |
Types of accommodation |
Categories |
Nights |
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Villages |
Homestay |
Basic |
2 |
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Sapa |
Sapa Golf Sea hotel
Sapa Royal hotel |
Standard |
2 |
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Note: The hotels list above is just only for reference, our travel consultants will propose you the suitable one upon the availability and/or your wishes. |
Tariff for this trip: The tariff may differentiate according to number of participants and the high or low seasons in Vietnam.
Please contract our consultants for the price and details of this trip.
Services include:
· Accommodation in standard hotels and homestay with daily breakfast (hotels can be upgraded upon request)
· Meals as stated in the program (B = Breakfast ; L = Lunch ; D = Dinner)
· Air-conditioned vehicles for all transportations,
· Train Ha Noi-Lao Cai-Ha Noi( soft sleeper ),
· English speaking guide
· Sightseeing and entrance fees
Services exclude:
· International air-tickets and airport departure taxes
· Meals not mentioned in the program
· Optional tours and activities during free time
· Tips and items of personal expense
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