C L A S S I C
I T I N E R A R Y
Sapa
3 D AY S / 2 N I G H TS
Classic Itinerary | Sapa - 3 days / 2 nights
Itinerary Route Map
Love Silver Waterfall
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Heaven’s 6 Gate
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Sapa
Lao Chai
Ta Van
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Highlights • • • •
Explore Sapa’s mountain landscapes and visit the H’mong village of Cat Cat. Walk through the rice terraces of Muong Hoa Valley and meet a local H’mong host. Discover traditional H’mong batik and create your own textile to take home. Visit Silver Waterfall, Love Waterfall and scenic Heaven’s Gate.
Hanoi
Classic Itinerary | Sapa - 3 days / 2 nights
Itinerary Summary DAY
01
Hanoi – Sapa Start your day with a scenic journey from Hanoi to the lush hills of Sapa. The trip from Hanoi to Sapa takes around 5–6 hours by shuttle bus, depending on traffic and road conditions. There’ll usually be a short stop along the way to stretch your legs, grab a refreshment or use the facilities. Arrive in Sapa around 2 pm and check in to your hotel before meeting your local guide later in the afternoon. Take a gentle walk to Cat Cat Village, a H’mong community tucked among Sapa’s dramatic mountain scenery. Discover traditional ways of life and enjoy views across the surrounding rice terraces before returning to Sapa, with the rest of the evening free to explore at your own pace. - Overnight accommodation in Sapa.
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02
Ta Van – Lao Chai Meet your guide in the morning and travel to Ta Van, a small Giay village nestled in the breathtaking Muong Hoa Valley. From here, set out on a scenic walk through tranquil rice terraces towards Lao Chai, home to the Black H’mong community. Along the way, take in sweeping mountain views and cascading rice fields before arriving at the home of Ms Moo, a local Black H’mong host. Take a break here to learn about traditional life and culture while enjoying a soothing H’mong herbal foot bath with views across the valley. Afterwards, continue to Lao Chai village for a hands-on introduction to traditional H’mong batik. Learn from a local artisan as you create your own piece, while helping support local women and keep this centuries-old craft alive for future generations. - Overnight accommodation in Sapa. - Breakfast at the hotel.
Classic Itinerary | Sapa - 3 days / 2 nights
Itinerary Summary
DAY
03
Love Silver Waterfalls and Heaven’s Gate – Hanoi Meet your local guide and set out from Sapa through the dramatic mountain landscapes of Hoang Lien National Park. Around 30 minutes later, arrive at Silver Waterfall, where water cascades more than 100 metres down the mountainside. From May to October, when water levels are at their highest, follow the walkways and steps to enjoy different views of the falls and surrounding valley. Continue to Love Waterfall, a series of forest-fringed cascades and a popular spot for local wedding photographs. Along the way, pass seasonal fruit orchards and stop at a small roadside stall to enjoy a cup of tea and chat with local sellers. From here, travel higher into the mountains to Heaven’s Gate, at 2,047 metres above sea level. Take in sweeping views across the valleys and, on a clear day, look out towards Mount Fansipan, Vietnam’s highest peak. Return to Sapa centre in time to board your shuttle bus back to Hanoi. - Overnight accommodation in Hanoi. - Breakfast at the hotel.
Classic Itinerary | Sapa - 3 days / 2 nights
Hotels and Destinations
Destinations
Class
Overnight Address*
Sapa
Standard
Silk Path Grand Sapa Resort
Hanoi
Standard
Le Jardin Haute Couture
Trip Inclusions: • Transfers, sightseeing and day tours as specified in the itinerary. • Overnight stay based on twin share in stated accommodation or similar. • Meals as indicated in the itinerary. • Service charges and any government taxes.
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