SAPA - MOANA - FANSIPAN - CAT CAT VILLAGE - BAC HA MARKET 3D2N TOUR

3 days 2 nights

location Ha Noi

airline Transportations: Car, Cable Car

Introduction

Sapa is a picturesque town nestled in the lush mountains of northern Vietnam, renowned for its breathtaking landscapes and vibrant ethnic culture. A visit to Sapa offers a chance to explore the majestic Fansipan, the highest peak in Indochina, accessible by the world's most modern cable car system. Wander through the enchanting Cat Cat Village, where the H'mong tribe resides, and witness their traditional way of life amidst terraced rice fields and cascading waterfalls. Immerse yourself in the cultural tapestry of the region at Bac Ha Market, a lively hub where various ethnic groups converge every Sunday to trade goods and celebrate their heritage. For a touch of whimsy, the Moana scenic spot beckons, with its harmonious blend of man-made structures and natural beauty, creating a unique and captivating landscape. Sapa, with its captivating attractions, promises an unforgettable journey into the heart of Vietnam's highlands.

Itinerary

DAY 01: HANOI - SAPA - MOANA (Lunch/Dinner)

06.20 AM: Our sleeping bus will pick you up at the Tran Quang Khai Street address and depart to Sapa following Noi Bai - Lao Cai highway. Along the way, you will have a chance to enjoy the beauty of northwestern mountains, terraced fields sparkling in the sunlight or dim in thick fog. Have two short-time breaks in 30 minutes for each and then continue the trip to Sapa.
13.00-13.30 PM: Arrive in Sapa, eat lunch, and check in the hotel.
Afternoon: The tour guide picks you up from the hotel and takes you on to walk to the Moana. A check-in area with man-made structures arranged in harmony with nature creates a unique, strange, and beautiful landscape. The check-in area is only 500m from the Stone Church, with the view embracing the Hoang Lien Son range and the majestic Fansipan peak. This place has seven categories, attracting young people with many unique miniatures. They are a Bali heaven gate, a Moana girl statue, an infinity lake, a golden hand, a death swing, a lonely tree, and a coffee area.
18.00 PM: Having dinner. After dinner, you are free to explore the charm of Sapa by night, enjoy roasted corn, baked eggs beside a charcoal fire, or go shopping. Especially on Saturday night, we highly recommend a stop at the Love Market - one of the unique cultures of ethnic minorities in the northwest of Vietnam.
Overnight at a hotel in Sapa.

DAY 02: SAPA - CAT CAT VILLAGE - FANSIPAN (Breakfast/ Lunch/ Dinner)

07:00 AM: Enjoy breakfast at the hotel and take some time to relax. Indulge in a soothing cup of hot morning coffee at the restaurant.
08:00 AM: The car and guide will take you to Fansipan Cable Car Station to embark on the journey of conquering Fansipan using the world's most modern 3-wire cable car system with cabins accommodating up to 30 visitors. From the station, pass through the Heavenly Gate of Thanh Van Dac Lo and ascend into a realm of mist. Bich Van Thien Tu, situated at an elevation of over 2,000m, welcomes visitors and devotees with its pure Vietnamese architectural design amidst the ethereal mist. As you step forward, bells resonate through the mountain breeze and drifting clouds. Upon reaching 3,000m, your gaze meets the 21.5m tall bronze statue of Amitabha Buddha, solemn and majestic amidst the enchanting clouds, extending a compassionate gaze to humanity. From the Buddha statue, the path of Arhat - adorned with 18 bronze statues of compassionate Arhats, stands serenely amidst drifting clouds, guiding you to the complex of Kim Son Bao Thang Pagoda, displaying the ancient beauty of Vietnamese wooden temples from the 15th-16th centuries. Here, you can pay homage to the statue of Avalokiteshvara Bodhisattva and the Shrine of Mountain Deities amid centuries-old azalea trees, anticipating their splendid white, yellow, red, and pink blossoms in March and April.
Finally, after ascending 600 steps of green stone, you'll reach the summit of Fansipan at an elevation of 3,143m, the rooftop of Indochina. From here, casting your eyes in all directions, each person experiences unique emotions and aspirations cherished in their heart.
Noon: Return to Sapa town for lunch at a restaurant.
Afternoon: Your guide will accompany you to visit Cat Cat Village, immersing in the daily life of the H'mong ethnic community, visiting the Tiên Sa waterfall, and enjoying a traditional cultural performance at the old hydroelectric plant.
18:00 PM: Dinner. The evening is free for leisure activities. You can indulge in a traditional Dao red herbal bath to relax and rejuvenate after a day of exploration (additional cost).
Overnight in Sapa.

DAY 03: SAPA - BAC HA MARKET - HA NOI (Breakfast/ Lunch)

06:30 AM: Check out from your hotel and have breakfast.
07:00 AM: The car will pick you up at the hotel to depart for Bac Ha. Bac Ha Market takes place every Sunday, serving as a gathering point for various ethnic groups such as H'mong, Black Dao, Tay, Nung, La Chi, and others from surrounding areas. It is a place for buying, selling, trading goods, and cultural exchange. The market is divided into sections for buffaloes, cows, goats, birds, and other items. The market typically operates from around 7:00 AM until mid-afternoon.
10:00 AM: Arrive in Bac Ha and visit the bustling and lively Bac Ha Market, where you can immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere and engage with the local people.
11:30 AM: Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant. You can also savor the local specialty, the "Thang Co" dish, and the famous Bac Ha corn wine.
12:30 PM: After lunch, continue by car to visit Pho Village. Take a leisurely stroll around the village inhabited by the H'mong Hoa, Tay, and Nung ethnic groups. After exploring Pho Village, you'll return to Lao Cai.
17:00 PM: Board the overnight sleeper bus to Hanoi from Lao Cai.
21:00 PM: Arrive at the first drop-off point after leaving the expressway at the Kim Anh Intersection. Here, you can easily catch a taxi to Noi Bai Airport (3km away) or pay an additional fee of 50,000 VND per passenger for the bus to drop you off directly inside the airport.
22:00 PM: Arrive at the final stop in Hanoi. End of the program. We look forward to welcoming you again!

Price & Services list

PRICE: 5.050.000 VND/person

SERVICE INCLUDES:

AC Sleeping bus transfers Hanoi - Sapa - Hanoi
Vehicle: Travel by new car, air-conditioned, soft seat, experienced driver, knowledgeable on the road, absolutely safe
02 nights at an accommodation hotel, 02 persons in a room. If there are an odd number of tourists, there will be a room with 3 people if accepted. If not, an additional fee of 50% price of a hotel room will be charged.
2 Breakfast: Served by hotel
3 Lunch and 2 Dinner: Served in local restaurants
Fansipan cable car return ticket
Water: 500ml mineral water - 1 bottle/day/person
Guide: professional, dedicated, and thoughtful local tour guide speaking English
Sightseeing: Visiting the points in the program

NOT INCLUDE:

Personal expenses outside the program
Shopping fees, personal use fees such as phone bills, meals outside the program, specialties as gifts...
Drinking water for meals and other expenses
VAT value-added tax (Only charged 8% when the customer requests to get the Tax, no request will not be charged)
Tip for tour guide and driver
Travel Insurance

CHILDREN POLICY:

Free for children with ages from 1 to 4 (no meal, no seat, no ticket...)
5 to 9-year-old children will be charged 75% of the tour fee (they will have their own seats in our car and their own meals, but they have to share the hotel room with their parents)
From 10-year-old children are considered adults
Children higher than 140cm will be charged 10$ for the cable ticket

HAVE A WONDERFUL TRIP!

Note

* * Open tour: follow the time given as well as the instructions of the tour guide. Not allowed to separate the group tour. Meals inclusive will be served in a local restaurant

* * Tour price with 4-star hotel: 5.450.000 VND/ person