Sapa Medium Trekking 2 Days 3 Nights from Hanoi by Train

Hanoi, Vietnam
Duration3 days
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 10 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Travel to Sapa the leisurely way, by night train from Hanoi, on this small-group trekking tour with a guide and vehicle support. On day 1, hike from Y Linh Ho to Ta Van via Lao Chai; on day 2, hike from Ta Van to Giang Ta Chai and Su Pan amid bamboo forest and waterfalls. Your package includes meals, entry fees, hotel transfers, and a homestay in Ta Van village.
✔️Enjoy more time in Sapa by traveling to and from Hanoi at night.
✔️Discover minority cultures as you stay with a local family in Ta Van.
✔️Generous package includes meals, guide, tickets, and homestay.
✔️Transfers from your hotels/stays in Old Quarter to Hanoi Train Station.

Options

Overnight at Dorm Room

2 Nights on the train: Spend 2 nights on the train Hanoi - Lao Cai - Hanoi
Dorm Room at Homestay: Spend 1 Night at Ethnic Homestay in Ta Van Village
Standard Trekking Group Tour
Land Transfer in Sapa
Hanoi - Lao Cai - Sapa - Hanoi
Pickup included

Overnight at Bungalow

2 Nights on the train: Spend 2 nights on the train Hanoi - Lao Cai - Hanoi
Bungalow at Homestay: Spend 1 Night at Ethnic Homestay in Ta Van Village
Land Transfer in Sapa
Standard Trekking Group Tour
Meals on Tour as Program
Hanoi - Lao Cai - Sapa - Hanoi
Pickup included

What's included

  • Train Ticket 2 Ways Ha Noi - Lao Cai - Ha Noi
  • Trekking Tours & Visit Some Ethnic Villages
  • Meals on tour as mentioned in itinerary
  • Local English Speaking Guide in Sapa
  • Entrance Fees in the tour
  • 1 Night in Dorm/Bungalow at Homestay Family in Ta Van Village
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Breakfast
  • 2 Nights on the train with Shared Cabin for 4 soft sleeper beds
  • Land Transfer during the tour in Sapa
  • Transfer from hotels/stays in Old Quarter to Hanoi Railway Station
  • Beverages and Other Personal Expenses
  • Tips for GUIDE/DRIVER/LOCAL SERVICE
  • Transfer from Hanoi Railway Station to Hotels in Old Quarter

What to expect

Day 1: Night 1 : Overnight Train to Lao Cai Train Station (No Meal)
  1. Old Quarter
    Pass by
    Our guide picks you up at your hotel at 20:30 pm and take you to Hanoi train station on Tran Quy Cap street and catch the night train to Lao Cai
  2. Hanoi train station
    8h · Admission ticket included
    Night 1 : Train departs at 10:00 pm. You will sleep on train to Lao Cai. Travel time approximate 8 hours.
Day 2: Day 1 : Lao Cai Train Station- Sapa – Y Linh Ho – Lao Chai – Ta Van (B/L/D)
  1. Pass by
    Arrive at Lao Cai Train Station 06:30am, be greeted by our tour guide and driver upon arrival at Lao Cai train station, before being transferred to Sapa village, by a shared tourist bus. The bus ride uphill to Sapa takes a little over an hour, and will give you a glimpse of the stunning vistas and impressive rice terraces as you make this short trip.
  2. Sapa
    2h
    Once arriving in the hotel in Sapa, an early check in follows if room is available, otherwise in the interim, you will have access to a basic room for your refreshment, before enjoying breakfast prior to going on the morning tour.
  3. Y Linh Ho
    1h · Admission ticket included
    09.30 Start your tour with 6km of walking down to the South East of Sapa along the side of Muong Hoa valley to Y Linh Ho village, home of the Black H’mong people.
  4. Lao Chai
    2h
    Then continue with a 3km-trek down to Lao Chai village. Here we will stop for a simple lunch before exploring the village.
  5. Ta Van Village
    8h · Admission ticket included
    After lunch, continue trekking through terraced rice
    fields to Ta Van, village of the Dzay minority people. This trek is relatively easy, though the trail can be quite slippery if it rains, so good footwear is recommended.

    • Trekking level: 6/10
    • Accommodation: Home-stay in Ta Van Village.
    • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 3: Day 2 : Ta Van – Giang Ta Chai – Su Pan - Sapa - Lao Cai - Night Train to Hanoi (End Tour)
  1. Giang Ta Chai Village
    6h · Admission ticket included
    Breakfast will be serving at the homestay at about 8Am Start trekking at 9:30 Am 8 km walking to visit 2 villages of the red Dzao, the H’mong (Giang Ta Chai & Su Pan). Visit a beautiful waterfall and rattan bridge. Enjoy landscapes… through bamboo forest on the way to the main road to get the bus ride return to Sapa.
  2. Sapa
    2h
    Back to Sapa and free time to explore the town.
    About 17:00 to 17:30 PM , tourist shared bus to Lao Cai Train Station
  3. 8h · Admission ticket included
    At Lao Cai Train Station :
    ✔️Have dinner before catch the night train back to Hanoi. ✔️Night 3: overnight on train back to Ha Noi.
    ✔️It takes about 8 hours driving by train.
  4. Pass by
    About 5h30 AM to 6h00 AM, Train arrive back to Hanoi Railway Station. You will finish tour there and take taxi back to Hotels by your own.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

If you stay outside Old Quarter Area, please come to Local Tours Vietnam Office for pick up point before 20:30 PM

End point

When the train back to Hanoi Railway Station, you will finish tour at there.

Pickup details

Our guide will come to your hotels/stays in Hanoi Old Quarter Area at 20:30 pm and take you to the train station or you can go to Local Tours Vietnam Office at 39 Ngo Huyen Street before 20:30 PM for pick up point if outside.

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.<br>If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
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