Fansipan Summit Conquer 4 days/ 5 nights

This trip includes a 5 day trek through the hills and valleys in the Sapa region where we visit several ethnic tribes and stay overnight with the charming and hospitable Red Dao and Tay peoples. Five nights are spent in these minority villages – while accommodation is basic, the experience is unique and unforgettable.

Activities:

Trekking and cultural experience

Day 1: Hanoi - Sapa 
Pick you up from your hotel in Hanoi and transfer you to Hano station In the evening where you take the overnight train from Hanoi to Lao Cai near the Chinese border. Overnight onboard

Day 2: Sapa - Cat Cat & Ta Phin Village - Sapa (B)
Upon arrival at Lao Cai we drive 35km to the former hill station of Sapa. In the afternoon we embark on a walk into the nearby Cat Cat valley, visiting Hmong villages along the route. Later we drive the short distance to the Red Dao village of Ta Phin nestled in a picturesque valley. Overnight in hotel in Sapa

Day 3: Sapa - Trekking to Ban Ho  & Thanh Phu Village (B,L,D)
This morning we set out to explore some of the minority settlements in the Sapa region. We descend into the valley towards the Tay village of Ban Ho. We then cross a suspension bridge and walk through paddy fields to Thanh Phu village where we stay the night in homestay of Tay family.

Day 4: -Thanh Phu -  Trekking to Nam Cung & Sinchai  (B,L,D)
Today we have a full day of exploring through Sapa's scenic valleys. We will visit several minority villages such as Nam Cung before arriving at the Red Dao village of Sin Chai where we will be their guests for the next two nights in bamboo huts.

Day 5: Around Sin Chai Village (B,L,D)
Choose between more exploring in and around Sin Chai village, or if you prefer, relax in the village and observe the daily life of the Red Dao people.

Day 6: Sin Chai  - Nam Si village (B,L,D)
Our adventure continues as we trek further in to the heart of Sapa. We will have some spectacular views of the surrounding mountain ranges. We pass through several different minority villages including the Red Dao, Blue H'Mong and finally Nam Si village of the Tay people. Tonight we stay in the village of Nam Si.

Day 7: Nam Si - Ban Ho - Lao Cai - Night train back to Hanoi (B,L,D)
On our fifth and final day of trekking we begin walk downhill toward My Son village belonging to the Xafo people, one of the smallest minority groups in Vietnam. From here we proceed to another Red Dao village for lunch. Later we continue to Ban Ho village for the chance to swim in the nearby La Vie waterfall before joining our vehicle for the transfer back to Lao Cai station and the overnight train to Hanoi.

Day 8: ArrivalHanoi
Upon arrival at Hanoi Station you will be transferred back to your hotel.

Accommodation list

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Trip includes

ü  English Speaking Guide.
ü  All accommodation on twin share basis with daily breakfasts
ü  Meals as indicated (B= breakfast; L=Lunch; D = Dinner)
ü  All tours & transfers in private car/ van/ bus
ü  Soft sleeper train Hanoi - Lao Cai - Hanoi
ü  Water during trekking time
ü  Poster & Cook
ü  Entrance fees and permits during guided time.
ü  Service charge & Government taxes

ü  International Airfares.
ü  International departure tax
ü  Meals not indicated
ü  Visas and visa arrangement
ü  Personal travel insurance (Compulsory).
ü  Personal expenses such as Bar, Telephone and Laundry bills.
ü  Tips and gratuities