Sampling one of the most splendid charms of Vietnam, Sapa is a must for anyone who like to experience the wonders of nature on foot.Â
With this off the beaten path route, you are about to lose yourself in the attractiveness of poetic terraced rice fields and picturesque landscapes with glorious mountains and hills. There is a good chance for trekkers to run into the local Hmong and Yao ethnic people working in farms or wandering into the woods to collect firewood.Â
Needless to say, you will get the warmest feeling when you receive the friendly greetings from local dwellers here.
Tour Code : AOT01
Travel Style : Adventure & off the beaten track
Duration : 3 Days - 3 Nights
Route : Hanoi - Sapa - Hanoi
Arrive Lao Cai railway station early in the morning after a night train from Hanoi to kick your day started.
Get transferred to Sapa right after that by our local guide for around 30 mins. On the way, pay a visit to Ta Phin Village, which is found in the middle of the lush rice terraces for a cultural insight into the local life of the Red Yao ethnic natives.
Today's afternoon is the best time to discover the stunning landscape and its surroundings on a 30 km motorbike trip. The ride takes you tow the fascinating highest peak of O Qui Ho pass, which is 2035 meters above sea level and known as the one and only Heaven Gate.
Get ready to admire the gorgeous Silver Waterfall on the way, a typical symbol of the hilly Northwest land of Vietnam.
A full day 17-km trek today rewards you with an up and down winding journey through the vast greenish terraced rice paddies, home to the Black Hmong indigenous. Don't forget to cast an eye over the interesting daily activities of the natives there as well as the smiliest faces of the tribal children studying in a school at the back of the village.
Lunch in Ta Van Village before your trek to a romantic old hanging bridge crossing the sleeping Muong Hoa River.
The last full day is saved for an utmost discovery of Sapa. In the evening, have an early dinner before heading straight to Lao Cai Railway Station for a night train to Hanoi.
When in Sapa, remember to check out these following iconic sites: Sapa Market, Ham Rong Mountain, Old Stone Church.
QUOTATION: This rate is quoted in USD, base on double / twin occupancy. Valid from 01 November 2018 - 30 December 2019. If you have any special request, please contact us to customize your trip.
ACCOMMODATION: Please note that accommodations mentioned in this list are for reference only. Depending on availability and your preference, they can be changed.
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