Sapa Essential: Explore Vietnam's Northern Mountain Ranges 4 Days/ 3 Nights
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Hanoi; Vietnam; Ethnic; Ethnic Tour; Hill Station; Train travel; Highlands; hiking tour; walking tour; Walking Trail; Mountain Trekking;
Having not only the breathtaking landscape discovery, Sapa also is a riot of color and atmosphere especially when people from the myriad ethnic minorities of the hills gather in the markets. The "Flower Hmong" wear rainbow-colored smocks, while the Red Dao's traditional costume is a more muted indigo but topped ...
Read Full Description- Destination:
- Hanoi, Vietnam; Lao Cai, Vietnam
- Trip Length:
- 4 days
- Price Range:
- From $422 per person See what this includes and what this excludes
- Best Time to Go:
- Any time.
- Recommended for:
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18 - 20, 25 - 30, 31 - 35, 36 - 40, 41 - 50, 51 - 55, 56 - 60
Adventure-seeker, Eco-friendly
Bachelor/Bachelorette Party, Family Trip, Summer Vacation
Detailed Trip Description
Having not only the breathtaking landscape discovery, Sapa also is a riot of color and atmosphere especially when people from the myriad ethnic minorities of the hills gather in the markets. The "Flower Hmong" wear rainbow-colored smocks, while the Red Dao's traditional costume is a more muted indigo but topped off with a bright red headdress. When all of the mountain people congregate, the result is a feast for the eyes and the senses. On this trip you will be able to enjoy visiting the many markets of Sapa while also hiking adventurously through its mountainous areas.
Trip Itinerary
Day 1 - Hanoi
In the evening transfer to the train station and take the night train to Lao Cai. Overnight on the train.
Day 2 - Lao Cai
Hiking
On arrival in the border town of Lao Cai transfer to the former hill station of Sapa. In the terraced hills and mountains of this area, the monotony of the expansive green landscape is enlivened by the colors of its hill tribe population - flashes of shining silver jewelery from the necks and wrists of indigo-clad H'mong and the scarlet hues of the turbans worn by the Red Dao can be seen. Take a morning walking tour of Sapa for a visit to the busy market where Red Dao, Black, Tay, H'mong and other ethnic minority people converge from the surrounding countryside to sell their silverware and handicrafts, and to buy provisions. Then take a light trek to discover Sapa's quaint hill tribe villages set against the stunning Hoang Lien Son Mountain Range and Indochina's highest peak, Mt. Fansipan. Overnight in Sapa.
Day 3 - Lao Cai
Sightseeing
In the morning either visit one of the areas weekly markets (the market location rotates daily) or enjoy free time to discover Sapa at your own leisure. In the late afternoon transfer back to Lao Cai to catch the night train back to Hanoi. Overnight on the train.
Day 4 - Hanoi
Early arrival in Hanoi.
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* Accommodation with daily breakfast at selected hotels. * Tours, transfers and all services as mentioned in the itinerary. * Services of a driver and Private air-conditioned vehicles during all tours and transfers. * Services of an English speaking guide during all tours and transfers. * Entrance fees for all sights visited. * Camera and video cameras fees if applicable * Lunch or dinner if mentioned in itinerary with L and D * Domestic airport taxes for any domestic flights * Tips for porters.
Budget Excludes:* International flights to and from Vietnam. * Meals other than those mentioned above * Personal expenses are such as laundry, telephone, drinks etc. * Tips for guide * Personal insurance * Any domestic flights not mentioned * International departure airport tax (normally included in your ticket price)
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