Sapa and hill Tribes People

01. (Option 1)From Hanoi to Sapa by bus

Day 01: Hanoi - Sapa (L,D) bus                                                                                      
We leave Hanoi in the early morning by bus and drive towards Sapa. The trip is long, but worthwhile as we pass a variety of landscapes which are offering stunning views. Me make some stops on our way to meet the Tay people, who welcome us with their warm friendly smiles. We will be surrounded by children who curiously start to practice their English with us. We continue our way up to Yen Bai. From here we enter the zone of impressive mountains and thick forest. We make a stop in Lao Cai, where we will have a view upon China! After arrival in Sapa you will have some time to stroll around Sapa Town on your own after we check-in in our hotel.
 

Day 02: Sapa (B,L,D) - jeep and trek                                                                              
In our jeep you will be transferred to Su Pan village, the home of the black H'mong people. From here we walk towards Thanh Phu village to meet the Tay hilltribe, where we have lunch, prepared by our local hosts. After lunch we continue our way up to Sin Chai village to learn more about the Red Dzao hilltribe. Here we have a home-stay in one of the houses on stilts of the local people. An experience that you will not forget anymore!
 

Day 03: Sapa (B,L,D) - trek                                                                                          
Today our trek continues from Sin Chai to Suoi Thau. Here we will experience our second homestay in the houses of the Red Dzou people. 
 

Day 04: Sapa (B,L,D) - trek + jeep                                                                                  
We return by foot to Su Pan. Our jeep will be waiting to transfer you to Sapa where we spend the night in a hotel.
 

Day 05: Sapa (B,L,D)                                                                                                    
After breakfast in hotel we leave for a climb on the Ham Rong Mount. From here we will have a fantastic panoramic view over Sapa Town. Sometimes the mountain is covered in clouds and mist, which offers a mysterious landscape. Great opportunity to make some pictures. We bring a visit to the Sapa Market crowded by colorful hill tribes. Handicrafts and local products are for sale, great opportunity to find some souvenirs for the loved ones at home. We spend the night in a hotel in Sapa Town.
 

Day 06 : Sapa - Lao Cai - Hanoï (B,L) - bus
We transfer you back to Lao Cai where visit the Cau Kieu (Beauty Bridge). From here you can see Hekou, a Chinese town situated just upon the other side of the Red River. At the end of the day we drive back to Hanoi.

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02. (Option 2). From Hanoï to Sapa by train
 

Day  01 : Hanoi -Lao Cai- train (B, L, D)                                                                         
We will catch the train towards Lao Cai at 21h30.  We overnight in our tourist sleeper wagon to sleep during the journey that will lasts for at least 10 hours.
 

Day 02: Lao Cai - Sapa (B,L,D) - bus + trek                      
We arrive at Lao Cai railway station in the early morning where our driver is waiting for us. You will be transferred to the Sapa Hill Station on a stunning mountainous road surrounded by hill terraced rice fields and heavily forested mountains.
The temperature begins to change as we come higher and higher in altitude. At the altitude of 1,650 m we reach Sapa. Sapa is not only an ideal place for retreat with its moderate climate, it is also a place of cultural value and breathtaking mountainous scenery. The town is inhabited by colorful hill tribes, which are based on the foot of Fan Xi Pan Mount (3143m) and other surrounding valleys. Here we spend our time trekking around, crossing magnificent bridges and witnessing green rice terraces. During our trek we will be exposed to local life and the daily activities. The rest of the day will be scheduled for leisure time to explore Sapa Town on your own with its scattering colonial houses and bonsai gardens. Tonight we have dinner in a tranquil restaurant where we taste some typical local specialties like the ‘Sapa Peach Wine’. We spend the night in a hotel in town.
 

Day 03: Sapa (B,L,D) - jeep and trek          
In our jeep you will be transferred to Su Pan village, the home of the black H'mong people. From here we walk towards Thanh Phu village to meet the Tay hilltribe, where we have lunch, prepared by our local hosts. After lunch we continue our way up to Sin Chai village to learn more about the Red Dzao hilltribe. Here we have a home-stay in one of the houses on stilts of the local people. An experience that you will not forget anymore!
 

Day 04: Sapa (B,L,D) - trek                                                                                         
Today our trek continues from Sin Chai to Suoi Thau. Here we will experience our second homestay in the houses of the Red Dzou people. 

Day 05: Sapa (B,L,D) -trek + jeep                                                                                   
We return by foot to Su Pan, there our jeep will be waiting for us to transfer you to Sapa where we spend the night in hotel.
 

Day  06 : Sapa - Lao Cai  train to Hanoi (B,L)                                                                
After breakfast in hotel we leave for a climb on the Ham Rong Mount. From here we will have a fantastic panoramic view over Sapa Town. Sometimes the mountain is covered in clouds and mists which offers a mysterious landscape. Great opportunity to make some pictures. We bring a visit to the Sapa Market crowded by colorful hill tribes. Handicrafts and local products are for sales, opportunity to find some souvenirs for the loved ones at home. In the afternoon we transfer you back to Lao Cai where we have a look at the Cau Kieu (Beauty Bridge). From here out you cab see Hekou, a Chinese town situated just upon the other side of the Red River. At the end of the day we catch the train back to Hanoi. Overnight in the train, sleeper wagon.
 

Day 07: Hanoi (-/-)                                                                                                          
We arrive in Hanoi in the early morning (around 5AM). The city wakes up and it is a nice experience to witness that with your own eyes. Hundreds of people of different generations exercise "Taichi" around the Restored Sword Lake...

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Price in Euro/person

Tarif valid until 31 December 2006
The tariff is set up in Euro. Payment in USD is based on the exchange rate applied by Vietnamese Bank at the time of settlement.

• Price for a group of at least 2 person

• Price for 1 person: Please contact us

The price include:

• Accommodation in standard hotels (hotels can be upgraded upon request)

• Meals as stated in the program (B = Breakfast ; L = Lunch ; D = Diner)

• Air-conditioned vehicles for all transportations

• Train tickets

• English speaking guide

• Entrance fees

 The price exclude:

• International air-tickets and airport departure tax

• Meals not mentioned in the program (between 5 - 7 Euros/meal/person)

• Drinks, phone calls and all personal expenses

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