Tour Overview
Embark on a captivating 5-day, 4-night trekking adventure through the lush green valleys of Sapa, Vietnam. This tour offers an immersive experience with homestays in remote villages, allowing you to connect with diverse ethnic minority hill tribes. Begin your journey in Hanoi, traveling to Sapa by shuttle bus, and then trek through breathtaking landscapes, including the Hoang Lien mountain range and Muong Hoa valley. Enjoy the hospitality of the Black Hmong and Giay minorities, and explore the serene beauty of Giang Ta Chai and Den villages. With private transportation, an English-speaking guide, and meals included, this tour promises an unforgettable exploration of Vietnam's stunning natural and cultural heritage. Conclude your adventure with an overnight train journey back to Hanoi, reflecting on the vibrant experiences and scenic vistas encountered along the way. ...more ...less
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Hanoi - Sapa, Vietnam
Location: Hanoi, Sapa, Y Linh Ho
Accommodation: Homestay
Accommodation Name: local family of Black H'mong in Y Linh Ho village
Meals Included: Dinner
07:00 – 07:30 am: In the morning, picked up from your hotel in the Old Quarter by shared deluxe minivan to Sapa.
13:00 – 13:30 pm: Upon arrival, it’s your own time for lunch before starting our trek in the afternoon. Our journey start from a trail sneaking through mountain. You also will enjoy spectacular scenery while walking along a narrow river you eventually arrive in Y Linh Ho village of Black Hmong minority, where you can take a rest in a nice spot nearby the beautiful river. You will stay overnight in a local family of Black H’mong in Y Linh Ho village.
Approx: 0,5 hour driving/ 3.5 hours walking
Day 2: Sapa, Vietnam
Location: Sapa, Hoang Lien mountain range, Muong Hoa valley, Lao Chai village, Ta Van village
Accommodation: Homestay
Accommodation Name: traditional house of Giay minority
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Today’s trek will continue along Hoang Lien mountain range, which offers you many opportunities to enjoy view over huge rice paddy terraces in Muong Hoa valley, the largest one in the area.
After having lunch at a nice spot, you descend into the bottom of the valley. You will pass through Lao Chai village of Black Hmong minority and then Ta van village of Giay minority by following a very popular trekking route. You spend the night in a traditional house of Giay minority. You will be able to take a walk to enjoy the valley view as well as swim in the river nearby.
Approx: 4 hours walking/ 1-hour lunch
Day 3: Sapa, Vietnam
Location: Sapa, Giang Ta Chai, Bamboo Forest, Supan
Accommodation: Homestay
Accommodation Name: Supan
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Today’s trek is short, but still the landscape is beautiful. Once you get energy for your lday trek after having breakfast, you leave for Giang Ta Chai village where you can take a rest nearby a waterfall to enjoy the surroundings. You will continue trough a bamboo forest, and when you have passed the forest we find a nice place to enjoy lunch.
After lunch the walk continues through a bamboo forest to Giang Ta Chai, a Red Dao ethnic minority village. After taking a rest nearby a waterfall to refresh, you continue on a small trail towards Supan for overnight.
Approx: 0,5 hour driving/ 3 hours walking/ 1 hour lunch
Day 4: Sapa - Hanoi, Vietnam
Location: Sapa, Den Village, Lao Cai, Hanoi
Accommodation Name: overnight train
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Morning at leisure to explore Su Pan.
After lunch at local homestay, we will visit Den village where you will immediately be attracted by the image of people's wooden stilt houses looming next to terraced fields, gardens and green mountain foothills. The main color here is green, the green color of rice fields, forests and fields, making people feel very gentle and peaceful. This beautiful village in Sapa is surrounded by the romantic Lavi stream and Muong Hoa stream.
Approx: 1,5 hour driving/ 3 hours walking
In the late afternoon, we will be picked up by our car for the journey to Lao Cai for your overnight train back to Hanoi (shared 4 pax/cabin, private cabin is guaranteed with surcharge). Check-in at your cabin and free time on board. Overnight on the train.
Day 5: Hanoi, Vietnam
Location: Hanoi
Upon arrival meet your driver and transfer back to Hanoi Old Quarter. Drop off at your hotel.
What's Included
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Meals
3B/3L/3D -
Accommodation
Includes 3 nights in a local homestay and 1 night on an overnight train.
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Transport
Private transportation for pick-up from Sapa and drop-off at the first homestay in Y Linh Ho, shuttle bus tickets from Hanoi to Sapa and Sapa to Lao Cai Station, and a train ticket for 1 night on an overnight train (shared cabin of 4 berths) from Lao Cai to Hanoi.
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Activities
Includes a trekking adventure through the lush green valleys of Sapa.
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Guides
An English-speaking tour guide will accompany you during the treks.
What's Not Included
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Other meals / drinks
Meals and drinks not specified in the itinerary are not included.
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Early check in / Late check out
Early check-in and late check-out are not included.
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Tips & Gratuities
Tips and gratuities are not included.
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Personal Expenses
Personal expenses are not covered.
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International, domestic flights and airport departure tax
Flights and airport departure taxes are not included.
Mode of Transport
Enjoy seamless travel with private transportation from Sapa to your first homestay in Y Linh Ho, shuttle bus tickets between Hanoi and Sapa, and an overnight train journey from Lao Cai to Hanoi in a shared 4-berth cabin.
Accommodation
Experience authentic local living with 3 nights in a local homestay and 1 night on an overnight train, offering a unique blend of cultural immersion and comfort during your Sapa trekking adventure.
Check out our Q&As
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What type of accommodation is provided during the Sapa Trekking tour?
The tour includes 3 nights in local homestays and 1 night on an overnight train in a shared cabin with 4 berths.
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What meals are included in the Sapa Trekking tour?
The tour includes 3 breakfasts, 3 lunches, and 3 dinners.
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What kind of transportation is used during the Sapa Trekking tour?
The tour includes private transportation for pick-up from Sapa and drop-off at the first homestay in Y Linh Ho, shuttle bus tickets from Hanoi to Sapa and from Sapa to Lao Cai Station, and a train ticket for an overnight train from Lao Cai to Hanoi.
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Is there a guide provided during the trekking in Sapa?
Yes, an English-speaking tour guide is provided during the treks.
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What activities are included in the Sapa Trekking tour?
The main activity included in the tour is a trekking adventure through the Sapa region.
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What ethnic minority villages will be visited during the trek?
The trek will visit several ethnic minority villages including Y Linh Ho village of the Black Hmong minority, Lao Chai village of the Black Hmong minority, Ta Van village of the Giay minority, and Giang Ta Chai village of the Red Dao ethnic minority.
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What is the itinerary for the first day of the Sapa Trekking tour?
On the first day, you will be picked up from your hotel in Hanoi's Old Quarter and travel to Sapa by shared deluxe minivan. After lunch, the trek begins in the afternoon, leading to Y Linh Ho village of the Black Hmong minority, where you will stay overnight with a local family.
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What can I expect on the second day of the trek?
On the second day, the trek continues along the Hoang Lien mountain range, offering views of rice paddy terraces in Muong Hoa valley. After lunch, you will pass through Lao Chai and Ta Van villages, spending the night in a traditional house of the Giay minority.
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What is the plan for the third day of the trek?
The third day involves a short trek to Giang Ta Chai village, where you can rest near a waterfall. The trek continues through a bamboo forest to the Red Dao ethnic minority village of Giang Ta Chai, and then to Supan for an overnight stay.
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What happens on the fourth day of the tour?
The fourth day includes a morning at leisure in Su Pan, followed by a visit to Den village. In the late afternoon, you will be picked up for the journey to Lao Cai to board the overnight train back to Hanoi.
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How does the tour conclude on the fifth day?
On the fifth day, upon arrival in Hanoi, you will meet your driver and be transferred back to the Hanoi Old Quarter, where you will be dropped off at your hotel.
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Is there an age limit?
No! Most of our bamba travellers fall between the ages of 18 - 35, but everyone is young at heart and welcome to come experience the world with us! If you are between the ages of 18 and 118, we invite you to travel with bamba and have the time of your life! Minors must be accompanied by an adult.
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
Most of our trips cater to the adventurous independent traveller. In fact, many of our travellers arrive on their own and quickly find that they easily meet like-minded people along the way at their hostels, on transportation, or during activities.
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Do I need travel insurance?
We highly recommend purchasing travel insurance for your trip, especially when travelling in developing countries. Bamba does not include travel insurance of any type.Your current medical insurance may cover part of your trip, so it is important for you to become familiar with your current coverage. We recommend purchasing additional travel insurance that provides coverage for medical emergencies, emergency evacuation and repatriation, lost or stolen items and unforeseen cancellations. If you plan to participate in activities such as white-water rafting, trekking, sand-buggy rides, etc please make sure they are included in your policy.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of bamba travel charges.
Up to 60 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 30 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 15 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
Sapa Trekking 5D/4N
5 Days Starting and ending in Hanoi, Vietnam
Visiting: Hanoi, Sapa, Y Linh Ho, Hoang Lien mountain range, Muong Hoa valley, Lao Chai village, Ta Van village, Giang Ta Chai, Bamboo Forest, Supan, Den Village, Lao Cai ...more ...less
Tour operator:
Tour code:
6734
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
1 - 16
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians, Please contact Bamba Travel with any specific dietary requirements
