At an elevation of 1,600 meters, Sapa is a delightful former French hill station situated in the mountainous region of Vietnam's northwest, close to the Chinese border. The region is home to many ethnic minority groups, each wearing traditional and colorful attire. This trip includes a trek through the hills and valleys of the Sapa region, discovering several different minorities along the way. You will experience overnight accommodation in the hospitable villages of Dzay and Tay ethnic minorities. Round off the trek with a nice stay in Topas Eco Lodge. The apparent hardships are worth it though as we walk through some of the most spectacular scenery that Vietnam has to offer and experience unique villages culture.

Stunning Trek and Great Combination of Homestay & Eco-lodge!

Night 1:  Night train to Lao Cai

• Transfer from your hotel to Hanoi Railway Station for the night train to Lao Cai. Overnight in AC soft sleeper cabin.

Summary:
Transfer hotel – railway station:  AC vehicle
Accommodation:   Soft sleeper in AC cabin

Day 1: Trek and home stay

• Arrive in Lao Cai around 5.30 am. Meet our tour guide in Lao Cai and transferred to Sapa. Breakfast in local restaurant. After breakfast we can pack up for the trek or stroll in Sapa market walk around the town. We will begin our trek at 10 am. We will trek on small trails down hill to Muong Hoa Valley and visit to villages of Black H’mong and Dzay minority groups. Picnic lunch on the way. We will reach Tavan, a village of Dzay minority around 4.30 pm. Dinner and overnight in a local house.

Summary:
Transfer Lao Cai – Sapa:  1 hr
Trek:    15 km on dirt paths – Moderate grade
Meals:    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation:  Home stay

Day 2: Trek and home stay

• Breakfast at the home stay. We leave Ta Van Village at 8.30 am for Giang Ta Chai, a village of Red Dzao minority. Today we trek through thick bamboo forest and enjoy great view of rice terraces. Around noon we reach Giang Ta Chai, visit to the village and have picnic lunch by Muong Hoa Rive.  In the afternoon we cross the river and head to Ban Ho, a village of Tay minority group. We will have dinner and overnight in a traditional house-on-stilt of the Tay.

Summary:
Trek:   20 km – Moderate grade
Meals:   Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Home stay

Day 3: Topas Eco Lodge

• After breakfast at the home stay we leave Ban Ho and walk 3 km on good trails to our bus. Short transfer to Topas Eco Lodge. Upon arrival in Topas Eco Lodge we check in hotel and relax in the eco lodge. Lunch and dinner in the eco lodge. Overnight in Topas Eco lodge. 

Summary:
Trek:   40 mins – Moderate grade
Meals:   Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Topas Eco Lodge

Day 4: Back to Hanoi

• Breakfast in Topas Eco Lodge.  Relax in the eco lodge and take the shuttle bus at 11.30 am to Sapa Town. Leave luggage at Topas office we then free to explore the town relax in local cafe or shop around in Sapa market. In the late afternoon we take a bus ride to Lao Cai for night train back to Hanoi.

Summary:
Transfer eco lodge – Sapa:  30 mins
Transfer Sapa – railway station:  1-hr by AC vehicle
Meal:     Breakfast
Accommodation:   Overnight train with AC, soft sleeper cabin

Day 5: Arrive in Hanoi. Trip completes

• Arrive in Hanoi around 5 am. Trip completes at the train station.

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All Inclusive Tour Cost:

Note: Rates are valid until December 30th, 2012 by VFamily Travel Co., Ltd. All rates are quoted per person in U.S Dollars. Rates are net and inclusive of service charges and 10% VAT.

* At the time of quotation, VFamily Travel reserves the right to adjust prices to take account of unusual movements in currency markets, hotel and transport costs as a result of inflationary price pressures in oil and other commodity markets.

* If, at the time of booking, TOPAS ECOLODGE & HOME STAY are fully booked, we will endeavour to find accommodation of a similar standard elsewhere. If the only available accommodation is of a higher or lower standard, we will revise the price accordingly and consult you immediately.

 Tour Prices Inclusive:

• Round trip AC sleeper cabin on First class train 
• Transfer  two ways Lao Cai - Sapa 
• Transfer one way in Hanoi 
• Jeep transfer Ban Ho Village to Eco lodge 
• Shuttle bus from Eco lodge to Sapa 
• English or French speaking guide 
• Meals as indicated in the itinerary 
• Twin shared bungalow in Topas Eco Lodge 
• First-aid kit 
• Homestay permission 
• Water & Snacks 
• Entrance fees & sightseeing fees

Tour Prices Exclusive:

• Travel insurance 
• Visa 
• Tips 
• Personal expenses

WHAT TO BRING:

• Sun Block, Wide brim hat, Camera + Film, Comfortable shoes, Rain gear, Warm clothes, Insect, Repellentand Original Passport...

HOW TO START:

• VFamily Travel is a fully escorted tour and best-available all year round; the only thing you need to prepare in advance is the international air-ticket from/to your country.
• If you don’t have enough time to complete visa before your departure, we will help you to obtain Vietnam Visa on arrival easily (getting visa at the airport, on your arrival)

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Night 1: Night train to Lao Cai

Day 1: Trek and home stay

Day 2: Trek and home stay

Day 3: Topas Eco Lodge

Day 4: Back to Hanoi

Day 5: Arrive in Hanoi. Trip completes

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