2 Days
Up to 3 days
15 people
English
Our Sapa 2-Day 1-Night Express Tour is the ultimate getaway for travelers who want to experience the majestic beauty of Northern Vietnam without the long travel times of the past. Utilizing the modern express highway, you’ll reach the mist-covered peaks of Sapa in just 5 hours, leaving plenty of time to trek through world-famous rice terraces and connect with the vibrant H’mong and Dao ethnic communities.
From the breathtaking depth of the Muong Hoa Valley to the historic charm of Cat Cat Village, this tour captures the heart of the highlands. Whether you choose the comfort of a mountain-view hotel or the warmth of a local homestay, you’ll be surrounded by panoramic views of Fansipan Mountain and the fresh, crisp air of the Hoang Lien Son range. Experience authentic tribal traditions, taste local delicacies, and walk through landscapes that look like living paintings.
Express Highway Comfort: Travel from Hanoi to Sapa in a luxury air-conditioned bus, cutting travel time nearly in half and allowing for a scenic daylight journey.
Muong Hoa Valley Trek: Embark on a spectacular 4-hour trek through Lao Chai and Ta Van. Walk among the iconic terraced fields and discover ancient rock carvings hidden in the valley.
Cat Cat Village & Waterfalls: Visit the “most beautiful village in the Northwest.” Explore traditional H’mong stilt houses, see the historic French hydro-power station, and photograph the roaring Cat Cat waterfall.
Ethnic Cultural Exchange: Meet the H’mong, Dao, and Tay people. Learn about their intricate indigo weaving, silver carving, and traditional agricultural lifestyles.
Panoramic Mountain Views: Marvel at the silhouette of Fansipan (the Roof of Indochina) and enjoy the vibrant atmosphere of Sapa town and its famous Love Market area.
Local Culinary Feast: Savor authentic highland flavors with included meals, featuring fresh local ingredients and traditional mountain specialties.
Day 1: Hanoi – Sapa (B/L) Group Tour
6.30-7.00am Pick up at your hotel (in the Old Quarter) or meet at our office and depart to Lao Cai (245km). It takes about 5 hours traveling the new highway to Lao Cai. The bus ride brings good chance to see beautiful scenery of the region along the way.
12.30. Arrive in Sapa. Relax and have lunch at the restaurant. Check in hotel.
Afternoon, start a 4 hour trek to visit Lao Chai – Ta Van and Giang Ta Chai village, exploring the local ethnic minorities life, admire the spectacular natural scenery with the terraced rice fields. Visit Sapa’s ancient rock formations with engraved images big and small, the unique patterns of the ancients, as well as admire the picturesque bridge to the clouds clear over the Muong Hoa stream. Enjoy the dinner with local specialty and your choice of spending the night at a hotel or homestay with local family.
Day 2: Cat Cat Village – Hanoi (B/L)
Wake up and enjoy the fresh air and atmosphere of Sapa. Breakfast at hotel/homestay.
9:00am Exploring Cat Cat – Shin chai village of H’mong – a colonial French discovered area and a renowned resort to officials from the early twentieth century. Arriving to Cat Cat village, visitors will be visiting the Hydro-power station, the waterfall of Cat Cat village, as well as learning about the culture, customs and unique people here with traditional crafts such as weaving, carved silver, hand forged agricultural tools.
Car pick up and return to Sapa town. Enjoy lunch at local restaurant. Free time to walk around or shopping.
15:00: Begin your journey back to Hanoi. End the tour in Hanoi around 20.30.
Our 2-day tour is the most efficient and high-value way to see the best of Sapa. By choosing the bus over the train, you arrive directly in Sapa town (no transfers from Lao Cai station needed) and save hours of travel time. Our guides are local experts who share the “true stories” of the ethnic tribes, ensuring you leave with deep memories, not just photos.
The mountains are calling and the clouds are waiting! Don’t miss your chance to trek the world’s most beautiful rice terraces. Book your Sapa 2-Day 1-Night Highland Adventure today!
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