Sapa Trekking and Homestay Tour. At an elevation of 1,600 meters, Sapa is a delightful former French hill station situated in the mountainous region of Vietnam’s northwest, close to the Chinese border. The region is home to many ethnic minority groups, each wearing traditional and colorful attire. This trip includes a trek through the hills and valleys of the Sapa region, discovering several different minorities along the way. You will experience overnight accommodation in the hospitable villages of Giay and Tay ethnic minorities. The apparent hardships are worth it though as we walk through some of the most spectacular scenery that Vietnam has to offer and experience unique villages' cultures.
Night 1: Night train to Lao Cai
Transfer from your hotel to Hanoi Railway Station for the night train to Lao Cai. Overnight in AC soft sleeper cabin.
Summary
Transfer hotel – railway station: AC vehicle
Accommodation: Soft sleeper in AC cabin
Day 1: Transfer to Sapa – Trek to Tavan Village
Arrive in Lao Cai around 5.30 am. We will take 1hr bus ride uphill to the beautiful town of Sapa. The ride gives you a glimpse of the stunning vistas and impressive rice terraces. Upon arrival in Sapa Town, we have breakfast in a local restaurant and prepare for a great trek down to the picturesque valley of Muong Hoa. We will walk on small paths and trails to reach Tavan Village, where we will have a unique homestay experience among hill tribe people. Picnic lunch on the way. Dinner and overnight in the local house.
Summary
Transfer Lao Cai – Sapa: 45 mins
Trekking: 5-hr trek/dirt paths/downhill
Accommodation: Home-stay
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 2: Trek to Ban Ho Village
We will have breakfast in the local house before embarking upon another day of adventure. Today we will trek across mountains, bamboo forests, terraces, and streams to reach Ban Ho Village, a beautiful village at a lower altitude. Picnic lunch by the stream before moving on to Ban Ho. Dinner and overnight in a local house.
Summary
Trekking: 5-hr trek/dirt paths/downhill
Accommodation: Home-stay
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3: Trek/drive to Sapa – Night train to Hanoi
After breakfast, we leave Ban Ho for Sapa. We will trek shortly to the dirt road for a jeep ride back to Sa Pa. Back in the town we can take shower and change clothes in the hotel.
Free at leisure in the afternoon. We can explore the town on foot and have a great shopping time in Sapa market. In the late afternoon, we transfer to Lao Cai for the night train back to Hanoi.
Summary
Transfer Ban Ho Village – Sapa: 45-min jeep ride
Trekking: 40-min trek/ascent
Accommodation: Soft sleeper in AC cabin
Meals: Breakfast
Day 4: Back to Hanoi
Arrive in Hanoi around 5 am. Tour ends at Hanoi Railway Station.
Tour Price: Contact Us
Inclusion:
• AC sleeper cabin on the train for two ways
• Transfer two ways in Sapa
• Transfer one way in Hanoi
• Jeep transfer Ban Ho Village to Sapa
• English or French speaking guide
• Meals as indicated in the itinerary
• Homestay permission
• First-aid kit
• Water & Snacks
• Entrance fees & sightseeing fees
Exclusion:
• Travel insurance
• Accommodation in Hanoi
• Tips
• Personal expenses