Tour Overview
Embark on a captivating 6-day, 5-night trekking adventure through the lush landscapes of Sapa, Vietnam. This journey offers an immersive experience with homestays in remote villages, allowing you to connect with diverse ethnic minority hill tribes. Begin your trek from Hanoi, traversing the stunning Hoang Lien mountain range and the expansive rice terraces of Muong Hoa valley. Each day presents a new village to explore, from the Black Hmong's Y Linh Ho to the Red Dao's Ta Trung Ho, with opportunities to enjoy local hospitality and breathtaking scenery. The tour includes accommodation in homestays and an overnight train, meals, and the guidance of an English-speaking guide. Conclude your adventure with a scenic train ride back to Hanoi, enriched by the vibrant culture and natural beauty of Vietnam's northern highlands. ...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
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, Tavan village
Accommodation: Homestay
Accommodation Name: traditional house of Giay minority
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 Tavan 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, Seomity Village
Accommodation: Homestay
Accommodation Name: local family in Seomity village
After having breakfast, you start today’s trek, which is mostly uphill until lunchtime. Whenever you stop for a rest, you will be able to enjoy valley view. Before noon, you stop again at a nice spot for lunch.
The trek will be softer in the afternoon. But the scenery becomes even more beautiful. You will arrive in Seomity village of Black Hmong minority for overnight in a local family here.
Approx: 4,5 hours walking/ 1 hour lunch
Day 4: Sapa, Vietnam
Location: Sapa, Den Thang Village, Ta Trung Ho Village
Accommodation: Homestay
Accommodation Name: local house in Ta Trung Ho village
The trek today takes you through beautiful rice paddies and over old suspension bridges. You will trek on small trail sneaking through rainforest. You arrive in Den Thang village of Black Hmong by noon. Here you stop for lunch either nearby a river or in a local school according to the weather.
After lunch, the trek will becomes tough on tinny footpath going up and down, which requires a lot of concentration. You will reach to Ta Trung Ho village of Red Dao minority where you spend the night in local house. Both the valley and the village have just received foreign visitors. The night will be even more interesting when you are in the wonderful hospitable atmosphere of the Red Dao.
Approx: 6 hours walking, 1-hour lunch
Day 5: Sapa - Hanoi, Vietnam
Location: Hoang Lien Son, Fansipan, Nam Toong, Ban Ho, Lao Cai, Hanoi
Accommodation Name: overnight train
You are now at the fringe of the rain forest by the Hoang Lien Son mountain range. Fansipan, the highest peak in Indochina with its 3143 m, is located in this mountain range. You will start the trek today by ascending to Nam Toong village of Red Dao minority. Here your lunch will be prepared in a local school. In the afternoon, before descending to Ban Ho, you can make a stop by a waterfall to refresh.
Then our car takes you on 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 train time: SP4 Lao Cai – Hanoi 21:30 – 05:30 am+1.
Day 6: Hanoi, Vietnam
Location: Hanoi
Upon your early arrival to Hanoi, meet your driver and transfer back to Hanoi Old Quarter. Drop off at your hotel. End of service.
What's Included
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Accommodation
5 nights in a homestay and 1 night in an overnight train are included.
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Transport
Includes 1 night in an overnight train, private transportation for pick up from Sapa and drop off at the first homestay, and shuttle buses from Sapa to Lao Cai Station and from Hanoi to Sapa.
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Activities
An adventurous trek through Sapa is included.
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Guides
An English-speaking guide is provided 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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Accommodation in Hanoi
Accommodation in Hanoi is not included.
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Tips for Guide
Tips for the guide are not included.
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Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is not included.
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Personal Expenses
Personal expenses are not included.
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Accommodation Drop-off/Pick-up
Drop-off and pick-up at accommodation are not included.
Mode of Transport
Travel includes a night on an overnight train, private transportation for pick-up and drop-off at the homestay, and shuttle buses between Sapa, Lao Cai Station, and Hanoi.
Accommodation
Experience authentic Vietnamese culture with 5 nights in a homestay and 1 night on an overnight train, offering a unique blend of local hospitality and scenic travel.
Check out our Q&As
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What type of accommodation is provided during the Sapa Trekking tour?
The tour includes 5 nights in a homestay and 1 night in an overnight train.
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What meals are included in the Sapa Trekking tour?
The tour includes 4 breakfasts, 4 lunches, and 4 dinners.
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What kind of transportation is used during the Sapa Trekking tour?
Transportation includes a shared deluxe minivan from Hanoi to Sapa, a shuttle bus from Sapa to Lao Cai Station, and an overnight train from Lao Cai to Hanoi.
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Is there a guide provided during the treks in Sapa?
Yes, an English-speaking guide is provided during the treks.
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What activities are included in the Sapa Trekking tour?
The tour includes an adventurous trek through Sapa, visiting various ethnic minority villages and enjoying the scenic views of rice paddy terraces and valleys.
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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. After lunch, you will start your trek through the mountains 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 Sapa Trekking tour?
On the second day, you will trek along the Hoang Lien mountain range, enjoy views of rice paddy terraces in Muong Hoa valley, and pass through Lao Chai and Tavan villages. You will spend the night in a traditional house of the Giay minority.
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What is the highlight of the third day of the Sapa Trekking tour?
The third day involves an uphill trek in the morning with beautiful valley views, followed by a softer trek in the afternoon to Seomity village of the Black Hmong minority, where you will stay overnight with a local family.
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What is the focus of the fourth day of the Sapa Trekking tour?
The fourth day includes trekking through rice paddies, crossing suspension bridges, and navigating rainforest trails. You will have lunch in Den Thang village and continue to Ta Trung Ho village of the Red Dao minority for an overnight stay.
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What happens on the fifth day of the Sapa Trekking tour?
On the fifth day, you will trek to Nam Toong village of the Red Dao minority, have lunch, and then descend to Ban Ho. You will then travel to Lao Cai for an overnight train back to Hanoi.
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How does the Sapa Trekking tour conclude on the sixth day?
The tour concludes with an early morning arrival in Hanoi, where you will be transferred back to your hotel in the Old Quarter.
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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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Bamba Travel allows you to make 2 free date changes, as long as the change is made at least 60 days before the start of the tour.
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Transfer as credit to Future Tours
Bamba Travel allows you to transfer existing payments to a future tour to avoid cancellation fees if you can't travel and inform bamba travel, 60 days before departure.
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Low Deposit
Bamba Travel requires a minimum deposit of 20% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 30 days before departure.
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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 6D/5N
6 Days Starting and ending in Hanoi, Vietnam
Visiting: Hanoi, Sapa, Y Linh Ho, Hoang Lien mountain range, Muong Hoa valley, Lao Chai village, Tavan village, Seomity Village, Den Thang Village, Ta Trung Ho Village, Hoang Lien Son, Fansipan, Nam Toong, Ban Ho, Lao Cai ...more ...less
Tour operator:
Tour code:
6769
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
1 - 16
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians, Please contact Bamba Travel with any specific dietary requirements
