Sapa Authentic Trekking Experience 3 Days 2 Nights from Hanoi

Hanoi, Vietnam
Duration3 days
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 15 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Active travelers will love this 3-day trekking tour from Hanoi to Sapa, exploring the beautiful northern Vietnamese countryside with breathtaking views of terraced rice fields and mountains. Enjoy a hassle-free trip with transportation, accommodation, and meals included. Spend one night in a hotel in Sapa town and another night at a local homestay in a hill tribe village, where you can meet local people and learn about their traditional way of life. Each day, hike through scenic mountain trails and traditional villages for an authentic cultural and outdoor adventure.

Options

Hotel 4 Star + Homestay

Hotel 4 Star + Homestay: Hotel + Homestay: Private Room ( Hotel 4 Star + Homestay )

Pickup included

Hotel 3 Star + Homestay

Hotel 3 Star + Homestay: Private Room : Private Room ( Hotel 3 Star + Homestay )

Pickup included

What's included

  • 1 Night Room in Homestay & 1 Night Room at Hotel in Sapa Town
  • Entrance fees
  • From Hanoi to Sapa : Pick Up at Hotels/Stays in Hanoi Old Quarter Area by Bus
  • Lunch
  • English Speaking Guide
  • Dinner
  • From Sapa to Hanoi : Drop off guests at 160 Tran Quang Khai Street
  • Bottled water
  • Breakfast
  • Bedverages & Personal Expenses
  • Tips for guide & driver are appreciated
  • Holiday Surcharge

What to expect

Day 1: Hanoi – Sapa – Y Linh Ho – Lao Chai – Ta Van -Homestay Overnight(L/D)
  1. Hanoi Old Quarter Vietnam
    6h · Admission ticket included
    6:30–7:00 AM – Get picked up from your hotel in Hanoi and travel to Sapa via the new expressway, with a comfortable short break along the way. The journey takes approximately 6 hours.
  2. Sapa
    1h 30m
    1:00 PM – Arrive in Sapa and admire the colorful traditional costumes of the H’mong, Dao, and Tay ethnic groups. Enjoy a welcome drink and an itinerary briefing, followed by a delicious lunch featuring local Vietnamese dishes. After lunch, check in to your hotel and get ready for your Sapa adventure.
  3. Y Linh Ho
    3h 30m · Admission ticket included
    2:15 PM – Take a short drive to Y Linh Ho Village, then begin trekking through scenic rice terraces along Muong Hoa Stream toward Lao Chai Village, home to the Black H’mong ethnic community. Admire the breathtaking landscapes of the Hoang Lien Son Mountain Range before continuing to Ta Van Village, home to the Tay ethnic group. The trek covers approximately 9 km and takes around 3.5 hours.
  4. Sapa
    13h
    5:45 PM – Check in to a local family homestay and experience the authentic rural lifestyle of Sapa’s ethnic communities while enjoying the sunset over the mountains. In the evening, relax at a nearby local bar or socialize with fellow travelers before spending the night at the homestay.
Day 2: Ta Van – Giang Ta Chai – Cat Cat – Sapa (B/L/D)
  1. Giang Ta Chai Village
    2h 30m · Admission ticket included
    8:00 AM – Enjoy breakfast prepared by your host family before setting off on another day of trekking through Sapa’s beautiful landscapes.

    8:45 AM – Walk through scenic rice terraces and bamboo forests, with plenty of opportunities to take photos of the surrounding mountains and valleys. Stop at a panoramic viewpoint overlooking Giang Ta Chai Village, home to the Red Dao ethnic community.

    11:00 AM – Cross Giang Ta Chai Bridge and continue to the main road, where your bus will be waiting to transfer you back to Sapa town. The trek covers approximately 4 km and takes around 2 hours.
  2. Sapa
    2h
    12.00 – 14.00: Welcome drink at hotel, have lunch with delicious Vietnamese dishes and check in procedures
  3. Cat Cat village
    2h 30m · Admission ticket included
    Village, 1 Night Hotel)

    2:30 PM – Take a short drive to Cat Cat Village, home to the Black H’mong ethnic community, nestled in a deep valley at the foot of Fansipan Peak. Accompanied by a local guide, explore the traditional lifestyle and daily activities of the villagers. Trek down to the valley floor to visit a waterfall and the historic hydroelectric power station built by the French. Stop for photos by the bridge and waterfall, then walk uphill to meet your bus for the return transfer to Sapa town in the afternoon.
  4. Sapa
    17h
    16.30: Come back to Sapa Town. We recommend good local restaurants for your dinner on your own, overnight in hotel with night activities. Overnight at Hotel in Sapa Town
Day 3: Sapa - Free Tịme in Sapa Town -Bus to Ha Noi (B, L)
  1. Sapa
    8h
    7:30 AM–12:00 PM – Enjoy breakfast at the hotel, then spend the morning at your leisure exploring Sapa town, browsing local shops, or taking photos of the beautiful surroundings.

    12:00 PM – Check out of the hotel and settle any outstanding bills.

    12:30–3:00 PM – Enjoy lunch featuring local Vietnamese dishes and take some free time to explore, capture memorable photos, or shop for souvenirs.

    3:00 PM – Meet the rest of the group at the hotel and get ready for the return journey to Hanoi.
  2. Old Quarter
    6h · Admission ticket included
    Village, 1 Night Hotel)

    5:15 PM – Board the bus for the return journey to Hanoi, with two comfortable rest stops along the way.

    9:15 PM – Arrive in Hanoi. The bus will drop you off at 160 Tran Quang Khai Street, Hoan Kiem District, near the Old Quarter. From there, you can continue to your hotel or accommodation. Your tour ends here.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

On the way back to Hanoi City, we will drop off you at 166 Tran Quang Khai Street, Hoan Kiem, Hanoi

End point

On the way back to Hanoi City, we will drop off you at 166 Tran Quang Khai Street, Hoan Kiem, Hanoi

Pickup details

We will pick up customers from all hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter only

Additional information

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • We can accommodate dietary restrictions such as vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, etc. If you have dietary requirements, please indicate them when booking

Cancellation policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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