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NORTHWEST - ROOF of VIETNAM

NORTHWEST - ROOF of VIETNAM

At “The roof of Vietnam”, nickname given for the northwest region of this country, you will make exceptional encounters, thanks to the pleasant climate, beautiful sites like waterfalls, rice terraces. The different ethnic peoples like Tay, Red Dao, Thai, Xafo, H’mong with different cultures will bring you the new view. The cable car system offers you a superb opportunity to go to the “summit of Indochina” Fansipan at 3143 meters above sea level. It is sure that Sapa with its natural charm and cultural colors will bring you at the top of the deep immersion experience.

Day 1: Hanoi – Lao Cai

Travel off the beaten tracks in Northwest Vietnam.

Board an overnight train in comfortable sleeper from Hanoi to Lao Cai where is located in Vietnam-China border. Arrival Lao Cai early in the next morning.

Meals -

No meals

Day 2: Lao Cai – Sapa

Drive along a stunning mountain road from Lao Cai to Sapa. Take photos of the rice terraces that rise hundreds of meters from the valley. Explore more the local area as you trek to Sapa and to nearby villages populated by several ethnic minorities and surrounded by mist-shrouded mountains.

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Day 3: Sapa – Sin Chai

Start your exciting day with trek in a jeep. Continue your deep immersion as you walk through the lush Ban Ho Valley to Thanh Phu Village, stopping off to meet the Tay ethnic minority group. Trek back to your homestay in Sin Chai Village - owned by the Red Dao group – spend time with your hosts. Learn more about their culture and traditions.

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Day 4: Sin Chai – Lao Cai – Hanoi

Trek to My Son village belonging to the Xafo ethnic group, one of the smallest minority groups in Northern Vietnam. From My Son, walk to the Red Dao village of Nam Toong for lunch. Descend to Ban Ho village for a dip in the nearby La Vie waterfall. Drive back to Lao Cai and spend an overnight train return to Hanoi.

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Day 5: Hanoi

Your tour ends when you arrive in Hanoi early in the morning.

Meals -

No meals

Hotel Class

Price per person

2 persons

3-6 persons

7-10 per

Standard

2 persons $369

3-6 persons $325

7-10 per $269

Bamboo Sapa Hotel

A luxurious property in northwestern Vietnam, the Bamboo Sapa Hotel was built as a traditional mountain chalet with accented wooden decor nestled in the village with great views of Hoang Lien Mountain. The area offers a perfectly secluded atmosphere for guests to fully rejuvenate and enjoy the natural surroundings. There is much to explore in Sapa, a home to more than 30 colorful hill tribes and close to Vietnam’s highest peak, the 3,143-meter Mount Fansipan. Sapa Trekking Tours are highly recommended for a memorable experience touring the picturesque landscapes and attractions. Bamboo Sapa Hotel offers a variety of comfortable rooms, well-finished with all the basic amenities sure to satisfy both leisure and business travelers. There is a restaurant on-site, as well as a bar, meeting room, and coffee shop.

Superior

2 persons $377

3-6 persons $332

7-10 per $277

Sapa Freesia Hotel

Sapa Freesia is the 4-star hotel, located in the prime location in Sapa town. Your choice not to be missed when you have a plan to explore Sapa. It lies in the proximity of Sapa Central Square, just a 20-minute walk to city center. Fansipan Mountain is 9 km away. The comfortable Freesia Hotel entices guests to stay in one of 86 luxurious rooms with modern facilities. Some rooms have a view over the mountain. Guests can benefit from bicycle available at the hotel. Leisure facilities include an indoor swimming pool, a shared lounge and a library.

Deluxe

2 persons $444

3-6 persons $400

7-10 per $344

Pao’s Sapa Leisure Hotel

Nestled in a favorable hillside position, overlooking the spectacular view of majestic mountains, moss-green rice terrace plots and the poetic Muong Hoa valley, Pao’s Sapa Leisure Hotel is the most luxurious five-star hotel in Sapa town. The hotel offers 223 rooms featuring the cultural identity of Sapa, subtly blended with high-class rooms and impeccable facilities. Possessing charming curves in harmony with its natural surroundings, Pao’s Sapa Leisure Hotel is a fabulous destination for a visit that will awaken your senses.

Inclusions:

Accommodation at selected hotels with daily breakfast;
Check-in time is 2.00PM and check-out time is 12.00PM (Early or late service is subject to availability with surcharge);
Meals as mentioned;
Experienced English speaking guide;
Tours and transfers as mentioned by air-conditioned vehicle;
Sightseeing fees and permits during guided time;
Homestay in Sapa
Soft sleeper four berth air-conditioned cabin: Hanoi - Lao Cai – Hanoi;
Service charge and current government VAT tax.

Exclusions:

Entry visas and stamp fees;
Early/late check in/out service at hotels (surcharge if request);
Tips and gratuities;
Services and meals if not mentioned in itinerary;
All other drinks not mentioned in the inclusion;
Laundry, telephone calls and expenditure of a personal nature;
Mineral water, cool tissues on touring days;
Travel insurance;
All other expenses not mentioned in the inclusion.

Itinerary Exclusions

Please note that, unless otherwise specifically stated in your itinerary, airfares, airport transfers, departure taxes, early/late hotel check-ins, gratuities, personal expenses and some meals are excluded from the tour price. We would be happy to provide you with a quote for air tickets, airport transfers, early check-in or any additional services you might require.

Visa

You may require a visa to enter Vietnam. Please check the list of visa excempted nationalities as below:

Myanmar, Brunei: 14 days
Belarus, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, South Korea, Norway, Russia, Spain, Sweden, UK: 15 days
Philippines: 21 days
Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Singapore,Thailand: 30 days

We would be happy to advise you on visa requirements (if requested).

Passport

Please ensure that you have a valid passport with at least 6 months validity remaining after your return date. You will also need at least one blank page for each of the countries you are visiting.

Travel Insurance

You will require a comprehensive travel insurance that covers you for medical costs associated with hospitalisation, emergency travel and repatriation back to your home country. We offer our customers a specially discounted insurance policy, ideally suited to the needs that a trip such as this creates. Mention it in the enquiry form and we will send you a quote to suit your needs.

Vaccinations and Malaria Prevention

You will undoubtedly require vaccinations for your visit to Asia. Please consult your doctor or a vaccination clinic for the most up-to-date advice. They will also be able to advise you of the most suitable anti-malarial medication if required. It is important that you do this well in advance of your departure date.

Booking Procedure

Only once you are completely happy with any holiday itinerary we create for you will we ask for a payment. In order that we can secure availability for your booking we would typically require a deposit of 20%.

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