The region is home to many ethnic minorities groups all wearing their traditional and colorful attire. Many travelers consider Sapa to be the highlight of their stay in Vietnam. The variety of ethnic minority groups in Vietnam is fascinating and nowhere is this ethnic mix more accessible than it is in Sapa, and its outstandingly beautiful valleys.
This trip is a condensed and easier version of the 7 day Ethnic Explorer, designed for those people who are put off by the lack of comfort in that trip. The trek takes 2 days and there is only one long walk. We spend one night in one of the more comfortable villages and travel to and from Hanoi by car allowing you to take in as much as possible of the breath-taking scenery in a short time.
Tour Itinerary
Day 1: Ha Noi - Sapa (Train). The journey to Sapa will take the best part of a day but the drive is worth it though, as the scenery that unfolds on our northward journey, and into the highlands is dramatic and breathtaking. Arriving in Sapa late in the afternoon, we will check into our hotel and use what day light there is left to stretch our legs with a short walk around town. This evening we will dine at one of the local restaurants.
Day 2: Sapa. Today we start by getting some exercise with a walk to Cat Cat. As we walk to the village nestled in the valley below Sapa, we will meet some of the local minority people on their way to and from Sapa. These minority people walk to Sapa to trade at the markets. In the afternoon there will be free time to explore the township. Tonight we spend a second night in our hotel at Sapa town. (Breakfast included)
Day 3: Sapa Hill Tribe Villages. We have breakfast at 08:00 and set out on our 6-hour trek along buffalo paths and trails at around 0900. We trek through several hill tribe villages named Lao Chai, Cau May & Ta Van. This is one is a absolutely spectacular walk through some stunning scenery. We have a picnic lunch on the way and stay overnight with a family in Ta Van village (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner included)
Day 4: Sapa. We have breakfast at 07:30 and leave the village at 0830 for a 2-hour trek to Su Pan village. Here there will be a vehicle waiting to take us back to Sapa. We will arrive back at Sapa by around 1130. This afternoon there is free time to relax or wander around for further exploration of the town. We spend tonight at a local guesthouse. (Breakfast included)
Day 5: Sapa - Hanoi (Night train). Morning: Free time. PM: Transfer back to Laocai for night train to Hanoi. Arrive Hanoi. End tour.
Notes:
Airfare is not included in the tour price.
Price includes:
- Accommodation on a twin share basis with daily breakfast
- Logistics for the treak
- English/French speaking guide
- Meals as indicated within the itinerary
- 2 ways train Hanoi - Laocai - Hanoi ( soft sleeper )
- All in country transport
- Admission fees and permits
Price Does Not Include:
- International Airfares
- Domestic & International Airport taxes
- Meals and drinks not mentioned
- Personal expenses such as Bar, Laundry & Telephone bills
- Admission fees and permits during free time
- Tips and gratuities
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