(WED-SUN OR FRI-TUE)

Day 1: Hanoi - Sapa

You will board on a night train of Victoria Express depart from Hanoi railway station at 9:30 p.m. and settle on your 4-berth sleeper compartment.
Overnight on train in superior cabin.
(Meals: none)

Day 2: Sapa

Early arrival in Lao Cao station where you&rsquore overland transferred in approximate 1 hour to SAPA.

Escape to the rugged mountain region north of Hanoi inhabited by ethnic groups seemingly a world away from the fast pace of urban life. Located near the Chinese border, Sapa lies at an elevation of 1650 metres and is a former French hill station that has recently grown in popularity as a destination for those seeking adventure among Vietnam's highest mountain ranges.

Primarily Vietnamese in character, Sapa comes alive during the weekend market when the local ethnic Hmong and Dao people trek in from nearby villages to sell their wares. Surrounded by the vista of Vietnam's highest peak, Fansipan (3142 metres), the region holds countless trails and walks for all levels of enthusiasts and provides an introduction into the lives of the isolated communities of the north.

Enjoy a walk through Sapa's colourful market (weekends only) and stroll down into the valley to visit the small community of Cat Cat. The Hmong that have settled here are a shy and private people although are welcoming to visitors. A short trail leads off to a waterfall nestled in the ravine below.
In the afternoon you do a trekking to Ta Phin village.

This walk commences with a short walk through Sapa and along a trail through beautiful gardens and lush pine forests. You will then pass through the Black Hmong ethnic minority village of Ma Tra, where you will have the opportunity to observe and experience the daily life of the friendly villagers.

You will then continue your walk through rice paddy fields and spectacular scenery.

During the day you will also be able to visit a local school for children from the ethnic minority hill tribes. Your guide will then prepare lunch for you before you begin your afternoon trek to the Red Dao village of Ta Phin. There you will have the opportunity to meet the Red Dao and Black Hmong hill tribes living with each other in the same village, as well as visiting a workshop and a nearby cave.
Overnight Sapa.

Day 3: Sapa - Hanoi

Full day walk with packed lunch to Dao, Giay and Hmong settlements in Lao Chai and Ta Van Ray districts. The walk is moderate to intermediate descending down into a scenic valley of cascading water crossed by suspension bridges. Enjoy a picnic lunch today.

Late afternoon you will return to Lao Cai station and board on a night train with a journey back to Hanoi
Overnight on train in superior cabin.
(Breakfast, Lunch)

Day 4: Arrival Hanoi

Early this morning, you arrive Hanoi and transfer to your hotel or the airport for your onward flight.
(Meals: none)

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