The North -West of Vietnam is still relatively untouched by the outside world. With possibly some of the most beautiful scenery in Vietnam, those who visit see this region will be greatly rewarded. Rich in history, visit such places as the former French hill station of Sapa and Dien Bien Phu with its famous battlefields.Travel along roads snaking through high passes, journey through fertile valleys, see incredible rice terraces and visit colorful ethnic-minority markets.
Tour code: NWT 14
Tour Itinerary:
Day 1: Ha Noi - Mai Chau
Day 2: Mai Chau - Son La
Day 3: Son La - Dien Bien
Day 4: Dien Bien - Lai Chau
Day 5: Lai Chau - Sapa
Day 6: Sapa
Day 7: Sapa - Ha Noi
Tour Detail:
Day 1: Ha Noi - Mai Chau (L, D)
Pick up at your hotel and leave at 8:00 this morning. The road from Hanoi to Hoa Binh on highway 6 has been upgraded. The pretty landscape is dotted with churches, pagodas and villages. You will stop to visit the Muong tribe en-route, then another break at Thung Khe Pass for the spectacular view of Mai Chau valley.
Have lunch in Mai Chau. Spend the afternoon for trekking away from the tourist track, close to Song Ma River. Here, you will discover the beauty of this valley and the culture of Thai people who is living in this area.
Tonight, you will have dinner and stay with a Thai family.
Overnight at Home Stay in Mai Chau.
Day 2: Mai Chau - Son La (B, L, D)
Have breakfast at the home-stay before embark on a beautiful drive north to Son La. This good stretch of road is filled with stunning scenery, you will make frequent photo stops and visit to the minority villages of the H’mong and Black Thai.
Lunch is served at a local restaurant en-route. The highlight on your drive today will be a visit of a tea plantation in Moc Chau plateau. Here, you will find the best Vietnam teagrowing region, along the roads and on the hillsides. You will reach Son La in the afternoon. Dinner and stay overnight in Son La.
Overnight at Hotel in Son La
Day 3: Son La - Dien Bien (B, L, D)
Today you will travel on more winding & stunning roads, longer passes and see more colorful minority groups. Just as in the previous day, you may want to stop more often for pictures and visits the villagers to learn more about their rich cultures.
After lunch, the drive to the impressive Pha Din pass will be the highlight of the day.
Pha Din pass sits 1,000 meter or 3280 feet above the sea level. According to local legend, Pha Din means the connection between Heaven and Earth. Climbing and descending the slopes with the many bends and deep gorges is an unforgettable experience. You will reach Dien Bien Phu early in the afternoon and spend the rest of the day visiting the historical site of the Vietnamese / French war. Dien Bien Phu Museum and A 1 Hill are on the list to see.
Dinner and stay overnight in Dien Bien Phu.
Overnight at Hotel in Dien Bien Phu
Day 4: Dien Bien - Lai Chau (B, L, D)
After breakfast, you will have some free time before we begin another spectacular drive, passing the stunning gorges and the Nam Na River. There will be stops to visit the H’mong and ZDao villages on the way. Arrive in Lai Chau in early afternoon, have lunch & free rest of the afternoon in Lai Chau town to ralax. Dinner and stay overnight in Lai Chau.
Overnight at Hotel in Lai Chau
Day 5: Lai Chau - Sapa (B, L, D)
The drive today is the highlight of this trip. The road is a bit bumpy at times but it compensates by the magnificent scenery of the surrounding fertile valley, pristine rivers and high mountains - the photographer’s dream. The 25 miles drive to Sapa goes up the ChinCo pass and Tram Son pass, the highest pass in Vietnam with the view to Fansipan Peak – The roof of “Indochine”. En-route is the beautiful areas of Heaven’s Gate and Silver Waterfall.
Nested in the spectacular valley near the border of China, Sapa is the premier destination of Northwest Vietnam. Built in 1922 it was the former hill station for the French colonists. Today, Sapa is a paradise for trekkers, thanks to its beautiful trekking routes, stunning rice terrace, colorful minority groups and the back of mountain Fansipan. At 3143 meters or 10,311 feet from sealevel, it is Vietnam’s highest peak.
You will reach Sapa in the afternoon and the rest of the day is free to explore on your own.
Dinner and stay overnight in Sapa.
Note: The colorful Sunday market in Tam Duong is very interesting to see, with lots of colorful ethnic minorities. Today we will visit the Fair market en route. (Twice a week on Thu and Sun)
Overnight at Hotel in Sapa
Day 6: Sapa Trekking (B, L, D)
After breakfast at the hotel, you will start the great trekking day downhill to the Muong Hoa valley. To begin the most beautiful trekking route in Vietnam. You will trek on dirt path away from tourist tracks, through pine forest, terraces and Hmong villages. You will visit a school in the village and have a picnic lunch by the river. In the afternoon, you will hike through the village of Zay and end of the hike today, Driver will pickup at Ta Van Bridge for the drive back to Sapa.
Evening, relax in the hotel area and have dinner on your own
Trekking: 5 hours, downhill.
Overnight at Hotel in Sapa
Day 7: Sapa - Ha Noi (B, L)
After an early breakfast at the hotel, you will depart from Sapa for the long and beautiful drive to Hanoi. You will have many stop breaks on the way to make the trip more interesting. You will see how the views quickly changed from mountains into the flat plains of the Red River Delta. Arrive in Hanoi in the late afternoon.
The facts…
Climate
From July to September, the climate is usually humid and hot.
From October to June brings cooler and more pleasant weather.
Transport
- Vehicle.
Tour Guides
Our experienced and friendly Tour Guide(s) speak excellent English or French.
They are extremely knowledgeable about local cultures, history and the environment.
Meals
- 6 breakfasts.
- 7 lunches.
- 6 dinners.
We choose local ingredients, typical of the way people eat in the area, at local restaurants, markets or homes.
We also cater for Vegetarians but please request this at time of booking.
Accommodation
- Hotel (6 nights).
Tour price includes
+ Private door-to-door pick-up & -off services.
+ All private transfer and transportation
+ Hotels
+ Experienced English or French speaking guide.
+ Meals as stated in the itinerary (B: Breakfast ; L: Lunch ; D: Dinner)
+ All sightseeing tickets.
+ No extra charge after confirmation
+ 24/7 hotline support guaranteed
Tour price excludes
+ Personal expenses, tips and gratuities
+ Travel insurance
+ Beverage
+ Other services not mentioned above.
What to take
+ Pack essentials, including light comfortable clothes suitable for outdoor activities, comfortable walking shoes. Take a small day pack for hiking and trekking.
+ It is essential to bring your passport on this trip. We also recommend packing: insect repellent, sun cream, raincoat and sun hat...
Have a good journey!
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