Overview
Embark on a mesmerizing journey through the cultural heart and mountain soul of northern Vietnam with the Hanoi – Sapa Exploration Tour. This adventure beautifully blends the charm of the bustling capital city with the serene beauty of misty highlands, offering travelers an authentic taste of Vietnam’s diverse landscapes and traditions.
Tour Plan
Embark on a mesmerizing journey through the cultural heart and mountain soul of northern Vietnam with the Hanoi – Sapa Exploration Tour. This adventure beautifully blends the charm of the bustling capital city with the serene beauty of misty highlands, offering travelers an authentic taste of Vietnam’s diverse landscapes and traditions.
Begin your journey in Hanoi, a city where history and modernity harmoniously coexist. Explore its colonial architecture, ancient temples, scenic lakes, and vibrant street markets filled with local delicacies. Then, travel north to the picturesque hill town of Sapa, nestled in the Hoàng Liên Son Mountains. Here, you’ll be captivated by terraced rice fields, cool mountain air, and the rich cultural heritage of ethnic minority villages such as Cat Cat, Lao Chai, and Ta Van.
Whether it’s strolling through Hanoi’s Old Quarter, admiring breathtaking mountain vistas, or engaging with local hill tribes, the Hanoi – Sapa Exploration promises a perfect blend of culture, adventure, and natural beauty — an unforgettable experience in Vietnam’s enchanting north.
Upon arrival at Noi Bai International airport, our representative will meet and transfer to Hanoi downtown for check-in the hotel (Standard check-in time 14:00-15:00). Dinner at local Halal restaurant and overnight in Hanoi.
After breakfast, our guide and transfer to the highland town of Sapa. Go through the highway which is one of the largest, longest and most modern in Vietnam. Reach to Sapa after 5-hour transfer, enjoy the lunch at the local restaurant. After lunch, start trekking to Cat Cat village, about 45 minutes’ walk from Sapa, this is the village of Black H’Mong hill tribe. The village is on the slope of the hill and easy walking, rice and corn are grown here. Visiting Cat Cat village, you will have a chance to visit a big waterfall on the stream and the old Hydro Electric Power Station built by French people. That is the image of young women sitting by looms with colorful pieces of brocade decorated with designs of flowers and birds. When these pieces of brocade are finished, they are dyed and embroidered with beautiful designs. A noteworthy is that H’Mong women use
indigo plants and leaves to dye these brocade fabrics. And then they roll around and smooth section of wood covered with wax on fabrics to polish them, making their colors. After dinner, you are free to explore the charm of Sapa by night, enjoy roasted corn, baked eggs beside
charcoal fire or go shopping. Especially on Saturday night, we highly recommend a stop at the Love Market which is one of unique cultures of ethnic minorities HMong, Dzao in Lao Cai in particular and North West of Vietnam in general. Overnight at hotel in Sapa.
After breakfast, the tourist will take you to walk away Fansipan cable car station to begin the journey to conquer Fansipan by modern cable car system in the world to the point of 2800m then continue gaining for Fansipan at an altitude of 3.143m - the roof of Indochina. Enjoy the lunch at local restaurant
-Cable car round trip is included
- Funicular one way is included
- Surcharge for Muong Hoa Train is US$7 per pax per way
After lunch, it‘s time to say “Good bye Sa Pa!” and drive back to Hanoi. Along the way, once again you have a chance to enjoy the magical beauty of northwest mountains. Arrive Hanoi, enjoy the late dinner. Overnight at hotel in Hanoi.
Breakfast at hotel, transfer to visit Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, Ho Chi Minh Palace, Ba Dinh Square, Uncle Ho' Stilt House, continues to visit Temple of Literature which was founded in 1070 in honor of the Chinese philosopher Confucius. Lunch at the local Halal restaurant In the afternoon, visit Hoa Lo Prison, French Opera House, Hoan Kiem Lake (Restored Sword Lake) and shopping at 36 Old Quarter, enjoy Water Puppet Show, dinner at local Halal restaurant & overnight in Hanoi.
Breakfast at hotel, free at leisure, then transfer to airport for flight home.
INCLUSIONS
Accommodation on full board basis (as per program)
- Accommodation in a twin or double room with daily breakfast
- Lunch or dinner as specified in the itinerary:
- - Halal food in Hanoi & pork free in Sapa; seafood on cruise: US$10 for lunch; US$11 for dinner
- Services of a driver and private air-conditioned vehicle during all tours and transfers.
- Experienced English-speaking guide during all tours and transfers
- Private board for sightseeing as mentioned in the program
- Entrance fees for all visits as mentioned in the itinerary
- Mineral water is available as complementary
EXCLUSIONS
- International & Domestic flight tickets
- Meals, if not specified in the itinerary
- Gratuities for guides and drivers
- Travel insurance (we highly recommend that you purchase adequate insurance)
- Personal expenses, such as laundry, telephone, drinks, etc.
- All other services not specified in the itinerary