Embark on a captivating journey through the heart of Vietnam with our "Sapa & Hanoi Discovery" tour. This carefully curated itinerary offers an authentic and immersive experience, taking you to the stunning Fansipan Peak, the charming Cat Cat Village, and the vibrant streets of Hanoi, including the famous Train Street and a visit to an incense village. Join us for an unforgettable journey that promises to reveal the essence and beauty of Vietnam in every step of the way.
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We pick you up from the Noi Bai airport to go on a premium Cabin Bus.
Route: Noi Bai Airport - Sa Pa Town
Duration: 6-7 hours with 1-2 stops
Arrive at Sapa Bus Station around 5:30 a.m. You will be welcomed by our driver for a short transfer to the hotel, where you can freshen up and enjoy breakfast.
At 09:30 a.m., we will embark on a short 5 km walk along a mountain trail to visit Y Linh Ho village, home to the black Hmong tribe and beautifully secluded from tourists. Here, you can immerse yourself in the raw Sapa culture by entering local homes to discover their customs and learn how the tribe crafts handicrafts from natural materials like hemp and indigo. We will continue our walk down to Muong Hoa River, where you can relax or swim before trekking uphill to Lao Chai village, where a picnic lunch awaits. After lunch, you will explore Tavan village, inhabited by the Day and Red Dzao tribes, set amidst stunning rice terraces.
Your driver will pick you up and take you back to Sa Pa Town.
Red Dao herbal baths: An ancient remedy for modern wellness
The Red Dao herbal bath is a centuries-old wellness tradition practiced by the Red Dao ethnic minority in the mountainous regions of northern Vietnam, particularly in areas like Sapa and Lao Cai. Known for their deep understanding of medicinal plants, the Red Dao people gather dozens of wild herbs from the forests—such as cinnamon, star anise, and local gingers—to create a therapeutic blend that is boiled for hours and poured into a wooden tub for soaking.
More than just a method of relaxation, the Red Dao herbal bath is believed to relieve muscle tension, improve blood circulation, ease joint pain, and support postpartum recovery for women. This traditional remedy, deeply rooted in nature and cultural heritage, offers both physical healing and a tranquil, aromatic escape that connects bathers to the wisdom of the forest.
Foot Massage (30 minutes)
8:00: After breakfast in hotel, driver & tour guide take you to Cable Car Station and spend 20 minutes with cable car to enjoy the spectacular scenery.
9:00: Reaching the altitude of 2800 meters, you have a good time to see the view and take photos, visit pagoda the spiritual destinations and trek up to 600 steps you will reach the peak of Fansipan - the Roof of Indochina. (Spend about 1,5 hours for hiking and taking photos).
11:30: Coming back to Cable Car Station and return to Sapa town.
12:00: Lunch
In the afternoon. We start our easy day with a short walk to Moana View, just 700m from the Church. Moana View is the latest checking station specially made for young people who love to experience new feelings. There, you will check in the Bali Gate, Infinity lake, Moana Girl statue, Golden hand, thrilling swing, lonely tree and especially the panoramic Café where you can watch Fansipan peak with spectacular Muong Hoa valley. You can prepare nice clothes, hat..to make the best photos.
Route: Sa Pa Town - Hanoi
Duration: 6-7 hours with 1-2 stops
07:15 – 07:45 – Friendly pick-up from your hotel
09:30 – Explore the colorful Quang Phu Cau Incense Village
(If it rains: Discover Bat Trang Pottery Village and try making your own ceramic piece)
11:30 – Visit the famous Hanoi Train Street and enjoy a delicious local lunch
12:30 – Step back in time at the historic Hoa Lo Prison Museum
13:30 – Discover Vietnam’s first university – Temple of Literature
14:30 – Photo stop outside the iconic Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum
15:30 – Visit the peaceful lakeside Tran Quoc Pagoda
16:30 – Taste Vietnam’s signature Egg Coffee at a local café
17:30 – Drop-off at your hotel – end of the tour
With a few hours left, make the most of it by going shopping or getting a massage. Remember to check all the luggage carefully to ensure that you do not leave any important items behind. Our driver will drop you off from your hotel to the airport for your flight to the next destination or your hometown.
INCLUSIONS:
Accommodation as your package selection
All transfer and transportation with Air-conditioner vehicle;
English-speaking local guide
Meals as mentioned on itinerary (B = breakfast, L = lunch, D = dinner)
Entrance fees as itinerary
Fansipan transfer; Cable Car round trip; buffet lunch
Daily drinking water during the tour
EXCLUSIONS:
Meals that not mentioned in the program
Early check-in and late check-out
Beverages & personal expense Tips,
Others are not mentioned on the itinerary