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Easy Discover Sapa Holiday | by Private car from Hanoi – 03 Days

3 Days

Renowned as the tourist hub of Northern Vietnam’s mountainous region, Sapa, a former French colonial town, captivates visitors with its cultural diversity, stunning mountain scenery, and unique rice terraces. A 3-day trip is the ideal classic itinerary to fully experience Sapa.

Overview

Start/End: Hanoi/Hanoi

Visit: Sapa

Duration: 03 Days

Travel style: Most popular, Mountain & Minority, Nature & Discover

Category: Private tour

Tour guide in: English, Français, Español, Deutsch, Italiano

Highlights

  • Meet Ethnic Minorities: Encounter the Black H'mong, Red Dzao, and Dzay people.
  • Gentle Trekking: Enjoy a soft trek through beautiful landscapes.
  • Breathtaking Views: Marvel at the stunning rice terraces and mountain vistas.

Itinerary

Morning:
Begin your journey at 7:30 AM from Hanoi to Sapa with a pickup by your tour guide and driver.
Enjoy the scenic drive along the new highway, offering stunning views of the rural countryside, mountains, and the Red River.

Noon:
Arrive in Sapa and savor a local lunch.

Afternoon:
Head out to Sin Chai village, home to over 60 Black H’mong families.
Immerse yourself in the natural beauty, surrounded by flowers, vegetable farms, medicinal plant gardens, and spectacular rice terraces.
Walk along the path to Sin Chai village, where you can learn about the history of the Black H’mong people who migrated to these mountains centuries ago. Their distinct culture, language, and lifestyle are truly captivating.
Visit a primary school and a traditional H’mong house before returning to town.

Included:
English speaking guide
Meal: Lunch
Private transportation
Two bottles of mineral water (500 ml) per person per day

Morning:
Begin the day at 8:00 AM with a scenic 5km transfer to the west of town.
Start your trek from Y Linh Ho village, following a downhill path. Interact with the friendly H’mong women and children living in houses nestled in the valley.
Pause for a moment of relaxation at the cable-bridge, surrounded by the harmony and beauty of nature.
Adventurous trekkers can opt for the uphill route along the buffalo path, offering breathtaking views and fewer tourists.
For a more relaxed experience, enjoy a leisurely stroll along the Muong Hoa River.

Mid-Morning:
Head to Lao Chai village, following a narrow path winding through rice fields to a quaint hamlet.
Here, you can meet a grandmother who is the last artisan in the community, using beeswax to traditionally decorate the unique indigo clothing of the Hmong people.
This is an excellent opportunity to immerse yourself in their daily life and vibrant culture.

Late morning
Continue to Ta Van village, home to the Dzay people.
This charming village is situated on a hill with amazing views of the river, rice terraces, and the Hoang Lien Son Mountain range.
As you stroll, villagers will warmly invite you into their homes.

Afternoon:
Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant, then transfer to your accommodation.

Included:
English speaking guide
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch
Private transportation
Entrance fees
Two bottles of mineral water (500 ml) per person per day

Morning:
Begin your day with a trek from Ma Tra hamlet to Ta Phin village.
This journey will take you through the stunning rice terrace valley, offering an excellent opportunity to meet the local Black Hmong and Red Dao people.
Originally from Southern China, they settled in Vietnam in the 11th century and have maintained their traditional way of life, language, and customs, living at high altitudes far from modern influences.
Stop along the way to visit a Hmong family and school in Ma Tra Village.

Mid-Morning:
Continue your 3-hour trek to Ta Phin village, home to the Red Dao community.
As you walk, engage with the locals to learn about their daily life and rich cultural heritage.

Noon: Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant.

Afternoon: Transfer back to Hanoi, checking into your hotel in the late afternoon.

Included:
English speaking guide
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch
Private transportation
Entrance fees
Two bottles of mineral water (500 ml) per person per day

TOUR INCLUDED

  • English-speaking tour guide as per the itinerary
  • All entrance fees and tickets specified in the itinerary
  • Selected accommodations with daily breakfast
  • Private car according to the itinerary
  • Meals: 2 Breakfast, 3 Lunch
  • Service charges and taxes included

TOUR EXCLUDED

  • International flights to/from your home country
  • Travel insurance
  • Personal expenses
  • Tipping and gratuities
  • Any other items not mentioned in the program
How is travel to Sapa organised?

Shuttle bus transportation from Hanoi to Sapa and return is included in the package.

What might I expect to happen in Sapa?

You may embark on hikes through picturesque terraced rice fields, engage with the local ethnic communities, and perhaps even visit a local market where tribes congregate to trade items.

What is the three-day tour schedule?

Usually, the first day consists of a walk about the town and transportation from Hanoi to Sapa. Typically, trekking and visiting hill tribe villages take up the second day. Before leaving for Hanoi in the morning on the third day, there might be an activity.

What kinds of meals are served?

Breakfasts and certain other meals are typically included in excursions, but it’s advisable to confirm the details with your tour operator.

What should my tour bag include?

It is advised to bring a raincoat or umbrella, comfortable trekking shoes, weather-appropriate clothing, personal necessities and a camera.

Is it possible to alter my schedule?

For choices, get in touch with your trip provider. Certain tours allow you to customise the itinerary.

How may this excursion be scheduled?

Bookings can be made directly with the tour operator over the phone or online, or through a travel agency.

You can send your enquiry via the form below.

Easy Discover Sapa Holiday | by Private car from Hanoi – 03 Days
From $165
/ Adult
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