MOUTAIN REGION MULTI-DESTINATION TOUR: NORTHWEST & NORTHEAST VIET NAM ROUTE 1 SAPA – FANSIPAN – HA GIANG 

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DAY 1: HANOI – SAPA – MOANA (LUNCH / DINNER)

06.20: Our sleeping bus will pick you at the address on Tran Quang Khai street 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 sunlight or dim in thick fog. Have two short-breaks in 30 minutes for each and then continue the trip to Sapa.

13.00 – 13.30: Arrive in Sapa, eat lunch and check in at the hotel. 

14.30: Tour guide picks you from the hotel and takes you to Moana. A check-in area with man-made structures but arranged in harmony with nature to create 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 consists of seven categories, attracting young people by many unique miniatures. There are Bali heaven gate, Moana girl statue, infinity lake, golden hand, death swing, lonely tree and coffee area.

Moana Sapa

18h30: Having dinner. After dinner, you are free to explore the charm of Sapa by night, enjoy roasted corn, baked eggs beside 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 northwest Vietnam. Overnight at hotel in Sapa.

DAY 2: SAPA – CAT CAT VILLAGE – FANSIPAN MOUNTAIN (BREAKFAST / LUNCH / DINNER)

07.00: Have breakfast in the hotel.

08.00: Car and tour guide take you to Fansipan Cable Car Station to start the journey to conquer Fansipan with the world’s most modern 3-wire cable car system with a cabin that can accommodate up to 30 visitors. Then continue conquering to the top of Fansipan at 3.143m higher from sea-level, the roof of Indochina.

Fansipan

11.30: Back to Sapa, have lunch and rest.

14.30: You will start hiking to Cat Cat Village which is occupied by the Black H’mong tribe. Here, you can see the hydroelectric power station which was built by the French in the twentieth century. You will experience the tribal way of life of ethnic minorities while enjoying wonderful views of the terraced rice paddy fields and the waterfall in Cat Cat village. Visitors will also understand culture, unique customs, traditional crafts such as weaving, touching carved silver, forged agricultural tools…  Come back to the hotel.

Cat Cat Village

18.30: Having dinner. After dinner, you are free to explore the charm of Sapa by night, enjoy roasted corn, baked eggs beside 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 northwest Vietnam. Overnight at the hotel in Sapa.

DAY 3: SAPA – HA GIANG – YEN MINH (BREAKFAST / DINNER)

04.00 – 04.30: Arrive Ha Giang, Drop you at the hom

06h30: Have breakfast at the hotel. Check out then the local tour guides take you  to the bus (specific route coach) to Ha Giang. 

You will have lunch at the bus stop on your own during the Sapa – Ha Giang transferring.

13h30: Arriving in Ha Giang city, you are free to take pictures at Km0 of Ha Giang. Then our car will continue to pick you up from Ha Giang city to continue the journey to conquer Dong Van Karst Plateau.

Km0 milestone

16h30: Stop at Quan Ba ​​Heaven Gate rest stop to take pictures of Fairy Bosom Twin Mounts view point, also known as Quan Ba ​​Twin Mountains, and the whole view of Tam Son town from above.

Quan Ba Sky Gate

17h30: Arrive in Yen Minh, check in and rest.

18h30: Dinner. Free evening. Overnight in Yen Minh.

DAY 4: YEN MINH – LUNG CU – MAPILENG PASS – DONG VAN (BREAKFAST / LUNCH / DINNER)

06.00: Check out from the hotel, have breakfast, and go sightseeing in Dong Van Karst Plateau Geopark. During the visit, you will stop at:

• Sung La village, visit Hmong’s Ancient house – the place where the film “Story of Pao” was produced in 2006. 
• Lo Lo Chai village to learn about the culture and life of the Lo Lo people at the northernmost point on the map of Vietnam.
• Visit to the King family mansion lying inside a valley of Sa Phin. This is the wealthiest and most powerful family of Dong Van in the early of 20th century. 
• Visit Lung Cu Flag Pole – the northernmost place in Vietnam.

Lũng Cú Flagpole

12.00: Return to Dong Van town for lunch. After lunch, you continue:

• Travel through Mapileng Pass. This is the most beautiful path of the “Happy Way”. Come to Mapileng Canyon (800m depth) – the deepest canyon in Vietnam and indulge in the terrific view there.
• Take pictures with the majestic beauty of the 800m deep Ma Pi Leng Canyon (Tu San Gorge)- the most deeply dissected terrain in Vietnam.

Mã Pì Lèng

• Boat trip on Nho Que River: Take a boat down the Nho Que River to Tu San Gorge, the deepest canyon in Vietnam located on the Nho Que River. The Nho Que River flows into Vietnam from Xeo Lung village, Lung Cu commune, Dong Van district, passing through Tu San Gorge along the foot of Ma Pi Leng Pass. (not including the cost of the Nho Que River boat trip according to the actual price at the time of the visitor’s visit. The current ticket price is 120,000 VND/person + additional costs (if any) such as motorbike taxi fees or shuttle bus rental fees in case the Management Board is overloaded or due to road damage, road under repair, etc. leading to the Management Board’s shuttle bus not being able to serve visitors).

Nho Que River

17.00: Arrival in Dong Van town. Have dinner and free at night. You can take your time at Dong Van Ancient Town, a place that has lived nearly one century. And you can enjoy a coffee break at “Café phố Cổ” shop – a very famous coffee shop there (self payment). Overnight in Dong Van town.

Dong Van old quarter

DAY 5: DONG VAN – HA GIANG – HANOI (BREAKFAST / LUNCH)

In the morning: You wake up to witness the scene of people from many ethnic groups excitedly gathering from all over the streets to Dong Van market to participate in the market session that takes place every Sunday morning.

07h00: Have breakfast and get on the bus back to Hanoi. On the way, visit the Meo King Resident – Vuong Chinh Duc located in the valley of Sa Phin commune, this is the richest and most powerful family in Dong Van district in the early 20th century.

Meo King Resident

12h00: Have lunch in Ha Giang city. After lunch, continuing on the bus back to Hanoi.

19h00: Arrive at Noi Bai Airport (You can request to return to the airport if needed).

19h30: Arrival in Hanoi. End of tour. See you again!

TOUR PRICE: 4.750.000 VND / per guest

(Applicable for a minimum of 2 guests)

INCLUDED:

• One way double cabin bus (2 people/cabin) from Hanoi ==> Sapa (sleeper cabin, no tour guide on board)
• One way passenger bus from Sapa ==> Ha Giang (seat, no tour guide on board)
• 7 to 34 seater car (depending on the number of passengers) serving from the afternoon of the 3rd day until the end of the tour
• 04 nights hotel stay, 02 people/room (odd number sleeps 3)

• 02 nights at 2.5 star Long Anh hotel in Sapa, 02 buffet breakfasts at the hotel
• 02 nights standard hotel in Ha Giang, 02 breakfasts with vermicelli, pho or rice roll cake…

• 08 main meals according to the program, , with specific meal allowances.
• Entrance tickets to attractions included in the program (except cable car tickets
• English speaking guide
• We serve 01 bottle of water every day during the time traveling by car

EXCLUSIONS:

• VAT invoice
• Travel insurance
• Beverages for meals/hotel and other personal expenses
• Round-trip Fansipan cable car ticket. You can register before buying the tour or pay the cable car ticket directly to the tour guide in Sapa according to the actual retail price without any additional costs. In case visitors buy the cable car ticket themselves, the tour organizer will not arrange a car and tour guide to take visitors to visit Fansipan.
• Muong Hoa train tickets and mountain train tickets. These are additional tickets that you can purchase for your experience. Having or not having these two types of tickets does not affect the tour schedule.
• Additional fee if there is any change in ticket prices
• Electric car or motorbike in Lung Cú (if you don’t want to walk)
• Other services and expenses not mentioned in the program
• Tips for driver and tour guide, at least $3 x 5 days = $15

ADDITIONAL FEES:

• Single hotel room rental, In case you register for a tour alone and we cannot arrange to share with others or due to the customer’s request to sleep alone (one person in one room). The surcharge for 01 person is: 900,000 VND
• Foreigners will be charged 10USD more for permission from Ha Giang police.

CHILDREN POLICY (Please read carefully to fully understand the standard price for children):

• Children aged 1-4 years old receive free service; only the car seat fee will be charged. (According to the new regulations on the maximum number of people per type of vehicle under the Road Traffic Law.).

Note: Parents are responsible for any other incidental expenses. Two adults are only allowed to be accompanied by one child (aged 1-4 years); from the second child onwards, 75% of the tour price will be charged. If one adult is accompanied by one child (aged 1-4 years), that child must also pay 75% of the adult’s tour price (with the same standards as a 75% adult child). 

• Children aged 5-9 years old are charged 75% of the tour price (including meals, entrance tickets for children if included in the tour for adults, and a separate seat on the bus, but must share a bed with their parents for tours of 2 days or more that include hotel accommodation)..
• Children aged 10 and above are charged the adult price. The same standards as adults apply..
• In cases where the tour includes entrance fees to attractions, but children are required to purchase adult tickets due to exceeding the height limit, parents will have to pay the difference directly to the tour guide.

IMPORTANT NOTES:

• Documents: Guests must bring valid identification (ID card or passport) and, for children under 14, a birth certificate.
• Health: It’s recommended to bring medications for common ailments like stomach upset and fever.
• Vegetarian: Vegetarian guests should bring their own food if necessary.
• Itinerary Changes: The tour guide may adjust the itinerary to accommodate weather conditions or other factors.
• Small Groups: For groups of 10 or fewer, the driver may also serve as the guide.
• Luggage: Due to the mountainous terrain, it’s advisable to pack light.
• Homestays: Guests should bring personal items for their stay at the homestay.
• Drop-off: The tour ends at the Hanoi Opera House.
• Health and Liability: Guests are responsible for their own health and any pre-existing medical conditions. The tour operator is not liable for any losses or injuries.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Customers are solely responsible for their health and chronic conditions (cardiovascular diseases, high blood pressure, diabetes, osteoporosis, etc.), congenital diseases, underlying diseases, HIV/AIDS, mental and neurological disorders, pregnancy, etc., which are not covered by insurance. If necessary, customers must sign a declaration of their health conditions before participating in the tour. The tour organizer is not responsible for any cases where customers fail to declare their health conditions, provide false information, or for any circumstances beyond the scope of the tour insurance.

• Customers must take care of their personal belongings at all times and in all places during the trip. The tour organizer is not responsible for any loss of money, valuables, airline tickets, or personal belongings of customers during the trip.

PHOTOS OF MOUTAIN REGION MULTI-DESTINATION TOUR: NORTHWEST & NORTHEAST VIET NAM ROUTE 1

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TOUR PRICE: 4.750.000 VND / per guest

(Applicable for a minimum of 2 guests)

INCLUDED:

• One way double cabin bus (2 people/cabin) from Hanoi ==> Sapa (sleeper cabin, no tour guide on board)
• One way passenger bus from Sapa ==> Ha Giang (seat, no tour guide on board)
• 7 to 34 seater car (depending on the number of passengers) serving from the afternoon of the 3rd day until the end of the tour
• 04 nights hotel stay, 02 people/room (odd number sleeps 3)

• 02 nights at 2.5 star Long Anh hotel in Sapa, 02 buffet breakfasts at the hotel
• 02 nights standard hotel in Ha Giang, 02 breakfasts with vermicelli, pho or rice roll cake…

• 08 main meals according to the program, , with specific meal allowances.
• Entrance tickets to attractions included in the program (except cable car tickets
• English speaking guide
• We serve 01 bottle of water every day during the time traveling by car

EXCLUSIONS:

• VAT invoice
• Travel insurance
• Beverages for meals/hotel and other personal expenses
• Round-trip Fansipan cable car ticket. You can register before buying the tour or pay the cable car ticket directly to the tour guide in Sapa according to the actual retail price without any additional costs. In case visitors buy the cable car ticket themselves, the tour organizer will not arrange a car and tour guide to take visitors to visit Fansipan.
• Muong Hoa train tickets and mountain train tickets. These are additional tickets that you can purchase for your experience. Having or not having these two types of tickets does not affect the tour schedule.
• Additional fee if there is any change in ticket prices
• Electric car or motorbike in Lung Cú (if you don’t want to walk)
• Other services and expenses not mentioned in the program
• Tips for driver and tour guide, at least $3 x 5 days = $15

ADDITIONAL FEES:

• Single hotel room rental, In case you register for a tour alone and we cannot arrange to share with others or due to the customer’s request to sleep alone (one person in one room). The surcharge for 01 person is: 900,000 VND
• Foreigners will be charged 10USD more for permission from Ha Giang police.

CHILDREN POLICY (Please read carefully to fully understand the standard price for children):

• Children aged 1-4 years old receive free service; only the car seat fee will be charged. (According to the new regulations on the maximum number of people per type of vehicle under the Road Traffic Law.).

Note: Parents are responsible for any other incidental expenses. Two adults are only allowed to be accompanied by one child (aged 1-4 years); from the second child onwards, 75% of the tour price will be charged. If one adult is accompanied by one child (aged 1-4 years), that child must also pay 75% of the adult’s tour price (with the same standards as a 75% adult child). 

• Children aged 5-9 years old are charged 75% of the tour price (including meals, entrance tickets for children if included in the tour for adults, and a separate seat on the bus, but must share a bed with their parents for tours of 2 days or more that include hotel accommodation)..
• Children aged 10 and above are charged the adult price. The same standards as adults apply..
• In cases where the tour includes entrance fees to attractions, but children are required to purchase adult tickets due to exceeding the height limit, parents will have to pay the difference directly to the tour guide.

IMPORTANT NOTES:

• Documents: Guests must bring valid identification (ID card or passport) and, for children under 14, a birth certificate.
• Health: It’s recommended to bring medications for common ailments like stomach upset and fever.
• Vegetarian: Vegetarian guests should bring their own food if necessary.
• Itinerary Changes: The tour guide may adjust the itinerary to accommodate weather conditions or other factors.
• Small Groups: For groups of 10 or fewer, the driver may also serve as the guide.
• Luggage: Due to the mountainous terrain, it’s advisable to pack light.
• Homestays: Guests should bring personal items for their stay at the homestay.
• Drop-off: The tour ends at the Hanoi Opera House.
• Health and Liability: Guests are responsible for their own health and any pre-existing medical conditions. The tour operator is not liable for any losses or injuries.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Customers are solely responsible for their health and chronic conditions (cardiovascular diseases, high blood pressure, diabetes, osteoporosis, etc.), congenital diseases, underlying diseases, HIV/AIDS, mental and neurological disorders, pregnancy, etc., which are not covered by insurance. If necessary, customers must sign a declaration of their health conditions before participating in the tour. The tour organizer is not responsible for any cases where customers fail to declare their health conditions, provide false information, or for any circumstances beyond the scope of the tour insurance.

• Customers must take care of their personal belongings at all times and in all places during the trip. The tour organizer is not responsible for any loss of money, valuables, airline tickets, or personal belongings of customers during the trip.

PHOTOS OF MOUTAIN REGION MULTI-DESTINATION TOUR: NORTHWEST & NORTHEAST VIET NAM ROUTE 1

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Discover the Majestic Northwest & Northeast Highlands of Vietnam

The Sapa – Fansipan – Ha Giang – Dong Van Karst Plateau journey combines the romantic beauty of Northwest Vietnam with the spectacular landscapes of the Northeast. This tour is perfect for nature lovers, cloud hunters, cultural explorers, and travelers seeking to experience some of Vietnam’s most breathtaking mountain roads.

1. SAPA – THE TOWN IN THE CLOUDS

Overview

Sapa is one of Vietnam’s most famous mountain destinations, known for its year-round cool climate, stunning rice terraces, and the rich cultural heritage of local ethnic communities.

Highlights

• Sapa Stone Church
• Cat Cat Village
• Muong Hoa Valley
• Ham Rong Mountain
• Sapa Night Market

Memorable Experiences

• Morning cloud hunting
• Photography among spectacular rice terraces
• Enjoy traditional Northwest barbecue specialties
• Rent colorful ethnic costumes for unique photo opportunities

2. FANSIPAN – THE ROOF OF INDOCHINA

Overview

Standing at 3,143 meters above sea level, Fansipan is the highest mountain in Vietnam and throughout Indochina.

Signature Experiences

• Ride the world-famous cable car above the Hoang Lien Son Mountain Range
• Admire breathtaking seas of clouds
• Check in at the Fansipan summit marker
• Explore the impressive spiritual and cultural complex on the mountain

Best Time to Visit

• September – November: Pleasant weather and clear skies
• December – February: Possibility of frost and occasional snowfall

3. HA GIANG – THE LAND OF BLOSSOMING STONE MOUNTAINS

Overview

Ha Giang is renowned for its dramatic mountain passes, magnificent limestone landscapes, and the unique cultures of ethnic groups such as the Hmong, Dao, and Lo Lo people.

Highlights

• Bac Sum Pass
• Quan Ba Heaven Gate
• Yen Minh Pine Forest
• Tham Ma Pass
• Dong Van Ancient Town
• Lung Cu Flag Tower

Experiences

• Drive through some of Vietnam’s most spectacular mountain roads
• Explore traditional ethnic villages
• Experience colorful local markets
• Capture unforgettable mountain scenery

4. DONG VAN KARST PLATEAU

Overview

The Dong Van Karst Plateau is a UNESCO Global Geopark recognized for its extraordinary geological heritage and unique limestone formations that have evolved over millions of years.

Highlights

• Dramatic rocky mountain landscapes
• Traditional ethnic minority villages
• Authentic highland markets
• The famous Buckwheat Flower Season

Why Visit?

The plateau offers a rare combination of geological wonders, cultural diversity, and stunning scenery, making it one of Vietnam’s most remarkable destinations.

5. MA PI LENG PASS & NHO QUE RIVER

Highlights

Ma Pi Leng Pass is widely regarded as one of the most beautiful mountain passes in Vietnam and a highlight of any Ha Giang adventure.

Memorable Experiences

• Admire panoramic views of the Nho Que River from above
• Take a boat trip through the magnificent Tu San Canyon
• Visit the legendary Panorama viewpoint
• Enjoy cloud-hunting and landscape photography opportunities

Local Culinary Delights

Must-Try Specialties

• Sapa Salmon Hotpot
• Thang Co (Traditional Highland Stew)
• Au Tau Porridge
• Smoked Buffalo Meat
• Com Lam (Bamboo-Tube Sticky Rice)
• Traditional Corn Wine Fermented with Forest Herbs

This unforgettable journey offers a perfect blend of natural beauty, cultural discovery, mountain adventure, and authentic local cuisine, creating a truly remarkable experience in Northern Vietnam.