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SAPA INTRODUCTION
Hanging over 5000 km square with the population of 6000 people, with lush greenery of mountain ranges is just the beginning of your expedition to the jade of Far East. Imagine a land lush in tropical forest and emerald rice terrace fields and a land alive with very colorful tradition and culture. The old French-built hill station of Sapa (1600m above sea level) is the natural starting point for a unique experience of the Sapa area. This includes the Hoang Lien Son mountain range, and Indochina’s highest peaks, Fansipan (3143m), and 6 different ethnic minority groups, each one colorful, distinct and with its own language and cultural values.
DETAILED ITINERARY
Day 1: Hanoi - Lao Cai (Wednesday)
At 21:00 Pick up by taxi at your hotel and residence in Hanoi and transfer to the Hanoi train station to board night train to Lao Cai. Stay overnight on the train.
Meals: N/A
Day 2: Lao Cai - Sapa (Thursday)
The train arrives in Lao Cai at 05:00 am. Drive uphill to Sapa. At an elevation of 1,500 meters, Sapa is the former hill retreat for French administrators when the heat in plain became unbearable. The remoteness and simple lifestyle of ethnic minorities are a highlight of Sapa although conditions are very basic. After checking into hotel we can soak up the fresh climate as much as we want by spending time to wander around. The ethnic people are frequently seen in this hill town and small vendors along the street sell local textiles and handicraft. In the afternoon, we trek to Cat Cat village (2 km from Sapa town) where you will visit the village of Black H’mong hill tribes. Enjoy the beautiful landscapes of Sapa Valley. Back to hotel.
Meals: Breakfast at local restaurant in Sapa
Day 3: Sapa Trekking (Friday)
Morning trek to Lao Chai and Ta Van villages. Enjoy the breath-taking landscapes. Touring the villages and car will transfer you back to the hotel. Overnight in Sapa
Meals: Breakfast
Day 4: Sapa - Lao Cai - Hanoi (Saturday)
Check-out and have breakfast at the hotel. Transfer to Lao Cai to take day train back to Hanoi (The train will leave Lao Cai at 10:20 AM)
Meals: Breakfast
Upon arrival in Hanoi at about 08:30 AM on, you will arrange transportation by your selves back to your hotel.
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Rates are quoted in USD per person
The rates are valid until October 2007 |
| Hotel & Train
Category |
For private group
of 2 passengers |
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Superior Class
(superior 4 berth cabin
and superior room) |
348 USD/1 pax |
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Deluxe Class
(deluxe 2 berth cabin
and deluxe room) |
428USD/1 pax |
Inclusions
- Accommodation (double/twin sharing)
-Private pick up and transfer (A/C van)
- English/French speaking local tour guide
-Meals specified in tour program
-Return train tickets (Hanoi - Sapa - Hanoi)
- Sightseeing tours per program
- All entrance, permission and visiting fees .
Exclusions :
- Meals which do not specify in the program
- Personal travel insurance
-All personal expenses
-All gratuities and tips to driver and tour guide
What to bring:
-Sun Block
-Wide brim hat
-Camera + Film
-Comfortable shoes
-Rain gear
-Warm clothes
-Insect Repellent
-Original Passport
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