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Sapa with long trek through hill tribe villages
At a elevation of 1600 meters, Sapa is a delightful old French hill station situated in the mountainous region of Vietnams' northwest, close to the Chinese border. The region is home to many ethnic minorities groups all wearing their traditional and colourful attire. This trip includes a 4-day trek through the hills and valleys in the Sapa region. Average walking time for each day is around 6 hours, passing through H'mong, Day, Tho, Tay, Nhang, and Red Dao communities. Three nights are spent in these minority villages so be warned, you will have to do without some modern comforts on this one. Often there is no electricity or running water and bedding can be a layer of straw covered with a mat in some cases. The apparent hardships are worth it though as we walk through some of the most spectacular scenery that Vietnam has to offer.
Tour Highlight
- Night train soft sleeper 4 beds with AC to Sapa
- See Vietnam's most intriguing ethnic minorities
- Relax or wandering around Sapa town,shopping in Sapa market
Detailed Itinerary
Night 1 : Hanoi - Sapa (Overnight depart from Hanoi)
Vietnam TripAdvisor'staxi pick you up from your hotel and transfer to Hanoi train station for the night train to Lao Cai station.( First class soft sleeper - 4 beds compartment - Air-Conditioning)
Day 1 : Lao Cai - Sapa (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
We arrive at Lao Cai at around 7:00 AM today. Once clear of the station we board our vehicle that will take us to Sapa, situated at a altitude of 1600 meters and 33 km from Lao Cai. After we have checked into our hotel and had breakfast there will be time to do some exploring around some of the stunning scenery that this region has to offer.
Day 2 ~ 5 : Sapa villages (Everyday breakfast, lunch, dinner)
This is one of the most spectacular treks you can undertake in Vietnam. We hike from village to village meeting members of some of Vietnam's most intriguing ethnic minorities, all wearing their traditional attire. These people are members from minority such as the H'Mong, the Day, the Tho and the Red Dao. We will spend one night with each of them in their respective villages. Each day we will trek for around 7 hours. Day six is only a 4-hour trek to Su Phan, where we will meet our vehicle and drive back to Sapa. All meals are included while trekking.
Day 6 : Sapa - Hanoi by Overnight train (Breakfast, Lunch included) 
Morning : Free time for relax or wandering around Sapa town or Sapa day market. PM Transfer by van to Lao Cai station for your night train jouney to Hanoi. You then sleep on the train and will arrive to Hanoi at approx 6:00 AM next morning.
Prices in USD per person
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Price per person in USD |
| Cost/pax (US$) |
1 |
2 |
3 - 4 |
| Standard (2*) |
346 |
250 |
242 |
| Superior (3*) |
390 |
297 |
286 |
| Deluxe (4*) |
435 |
340 |
330 |
| Accommodation |
Standard 2 * |
Mid-range (3*) |
Deluxe (4*) |
| Sapa hotels |
Royal Hotel |
Royal View Hotel, Bambo Hotel |
Victoria hotel and Victoria Express Train |
Prices are Includes
- 5 Nights Accommodation - twin share
- English/French speaking tour guide
- Meals as mentioned within the itinerary
- 2 ways train tickets Hanoi - Laocai - Hanoi ( First class - soft sleeper)
- Ground transportations
- Admission fees and permits
Prices are Excludes :
- Meals are not mentioned in above program
- Drinks and Personal expenses
When:
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This tour operates year round however please note that during the wettest months are between June and August and the coldest months are from November to January. |
Grade:
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Moderate |
Accommodation:
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Traditional minority stilt houses.
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Transport:
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Air-conditioned vehicle |
Fitness Requirements:
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You would need to be in good physical condition to participate in the treks. | |
