Opting for a 9-seater limousine van for your journey between Hanoi and Sapa is a cost-effective and convenient choice. This trip allows you to explore some of the world’s most stunning rice terrace valleys and uncover hidden villages nestled in the mountains, ensuring an unforgettable experience.
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3 Stars Hotels or Bugalow
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Hanoi
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Bus
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All meals during the tour
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Private
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, Japanese, Korean
Highlights
- Cultural Encounters: Meet the Red Dao, Black H’mong, and Dzay ethnic communities.
- Scenic Views: Marvel at the beautiful rice terraces in Muong Hoa Valley.
- Trekking: Enjoy a gentle trek to mountain villages.
Itinerary
To Sin Chai Village and Meet the H'mong People
Morning:
Begin your day at 6:30 AM with a shuttle bus pick-up from your hotel, heading to Sapa, a charming mountain town built by French colonists.
The six-hour drive on the new highway offers breathtaking views of the countryside, mountains, and rivers.
Noon: Arrive in Sapa around 1:00 PM, check into your hotel, and have lunch at your leisure.
Afternoon:
Meet your private guide in the hotel lobby at 2:00 PM to start your tour to Sin Chai village, where over 60 Black H’mong families reside.
Enjoy the natural beauty of the area, with its flowers, vegetable farms, medicinal plant farms, and picturesque rice terraces.
Walk along the path to Sin Chai village and explore the history of the Black H’mong people who settled in these mountains centuries ago.
Their unique culture, language, and way of life are truly fascinating. Visit a primary school and an authentic H’mong house before returning to town.
Included:
Shuttle bus from Hanoi to Sapa
English speaking guide
Private transportation
Two bottles of mineral water (500 ml) per person per day
Explore the spectacular Y Linh Ho – Lao Chai – Ta Van Hiking Route
Morning:
Begin at 8:00 AM with a scenic 5 km drive west of town. The trek starts from Y Linh Ho village, descending a path where you'll meet friendly H’mong women and children living in valley houses.
Enjoy a moment of relaxation at the cable bridge amidst the natural beauty.
Adventurous hikers can take an uphill trek along a buffalo path with stunning views and fewer tourists.
For an easier trek, take a leisurely walk along the Muong Hoa River.
Mid-Morning:
Head to Lao Chai village via a path winding through rice fields to a quaint hamlet.
Here, you can meet a grandmother, the last artisan using beeswax to traditionally decorate the Hmong indigo clothing.
This is a wonderful opportunity to experience their daily life and vibrant culture.
Late Morning to Early Afternoon:
Proceed to Ta Van village, home to the Dzay people, located on a hill with spectacular views of the river, rice terraces, and the Hoang Lien Son Mountain range.
Enjoy a leisurely walk and meet villagers who may invite you into their homes.
Late Afternoon: Return to Sapa.
Included:
English speaking guide
Meal: Breakfast
Private transportation
Entrance fees
Two bottles of mineral water (500 ml) per person per day
Exploring the Beautiful Valley and Ma Tra, Ta Phin Villages
Morning:
Embark on a gentle trek from Ma Tra hamlet to Ta Phin village, passing through stunning rice terrace valleys.
You'll have the opportunity to meet the Black Hmong and Red Dao people, who originally migrated from Southern China in the 11th century.
Living at high altitudes, they have preserved their traditional ways, languages, and ancestral lifestyles.
Along the way, visit a Hmong family and a school in Ma Tra Village.
Midday:
After a 3-hour trek, arrive at Ta Phin village, home to the Red Dao community. Engage with locals to learn about their culture and daily life.
Afternoon: Return to your hotel lobby at 2:30 PM for a shuttle bus transfer to Hanoi, arriving around 8:00 PM.
Included:
Shuttle bus from Sapa to Hanoi
English speaking guide
Meal: Breakfast
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
- Shuttle bus: Hanoi - Sapa, Sapa - Hanoi
- Meals: 2 Breakfast
- 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
This tour includes excursions to several hill tribal villages, rice terraces, and local marketplaces as part of its exploration of Sapa’s diverse cultures and breathtaking scenery.
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.
Shuttle bus transportation from Hanoi to Sapa and return is included in the package.
Yes, lodging for two nights in Sapa is covered; options often include hotels and homestays.
Breakfasts and certain other meals are typically included in excursions, but it’s advisable to confirm the details with your tour operator.
It is advised to bring a raincoat or umbrella, comfortable trekking shoes, weather-appropriate clothing, personal necessities and a camera.
Yes, a guide who speaks English is usually present to lead the treks and offer cultural insights.
For choices, get in touch with your trip provider. Certain tours allow you to customise the itinerary.