Hanoi – CatCat – Moana View

Useful information

This tour is designed for travelers who want to spend 2 days and 1 night in Sapa while saving time, visiting the most popular attractions, enjoying comfortable hotel accommodation, and paying a much lower cost compared to taking the night train. Guests can also expect friendly and attentive service throughout the trip.

Itinerary

Day 1: Hanoi – Sapa by Bus with a Short Trek to Cat Cat Village

Meals Included: Lunch, Dinner

06:00 – 06:30 – Departure from Hanoi

Arrive at the bus station, board the sleeping bus, and depart for Sapa.

07:30 – 11:45 – Expressway Journey

Travel along the expressway to Lao Cai City with a comfort break en route.

11:45 – 13:00 – Mountain Road to Sapa

Continue along the mountain road to Sapa Town, enjoying stunning views of valleys and terraced rice fields.

13:00 – 13:30 – Arrival in Sapa Town

Meet ethnic minorities in traditional costumes such as the H’Mong, Dzao, and Tay people.

• Welcome drink and tour briefing

• Lunch with local Vietnamese dishes

• Hotel check-in

14:30 – Short Trek to Cat Cat Village

Walk to the gate of Cat Cat Village, home to the Black H’Mong ethnic group, located at the base of a deep valley near Fansipan Peak.

Your local guide will introduce the daily life of the villagers. Trek down to the valley and visit the waterfall and the hydroelectric station built by the French. After taking photos, trek uphill to return to the main road where your driver will pick you up back to Sapa.

17:00 – Return to Sapa Town

Enjoy dinner and spend the night at the hotel. Free time to explore Sapa’s nightlife.

Day 2: Sapa – Moana View Check in Point – Hanoi by Bus

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

07:00 – 07:45 – Breakfast at the Hotel

Prepare your camera for the morning check-in session.

08:00 – Moana View Check-in Point

Start the day with a short walk to Moana View, located just 700 meters from Sapa Church.

This trending check-in complex offers various photo spots including:

• Bali Gate

• Infinity Lake

• Moana Girl Statue

• Golden Hand

• Thrilling Swing

• Lonely Tree

• Panoramic Café overlooking Fansipan Peak and Muong Hoa Valley

Guests are encouraged to bring nice outfits, hats, and accessories for perfect photos.

12:00 – 13:30 – Lunch & Free Time

Return to the hotel for check-out, lunch, and personal leisure.

13:30 – 14:00 – Return to Hanoi

Board the bus back to Hanoi with a comfort break.

20:00 – 20:30 – Arrival in Hanoi

Drop-off at the bus station. The trip ends.

Trip Includes

• Sleeping bus from Hanoi to Sapa and return (tour guide not available on the bus)

• English-speaking tour guide during the trip in Sapa

• Meals: 2 lunches, 1 dinner, 1 breakfast with local menu

• All entrance fees according to itinerary

• Accommodation in Sapa (double/twin/triple sharing room)

Trip Excludes

• Beverages, travel insurance, tax, personal expenses

• Services not clearly mentioned

• Sleeper cabin surcharge:

  • Single cabin: 12 USD per person (round trip)

  • Sharing cabin: 200,000 VND per person (one-way)

• Dcar Limousine VIP seat surcharge: 20 USD per person (round trip)

• Luxury Limousine 28-seat Nouble: 16 USD per person (round trip)

Children Policy

• Under 5 years old (or under 1 meter tall): Free of charge (share bed/bus seat with adults; maximum 2 adults + 1 child)

• 5–8 years old: 75% of adult price, sharing bed with adults

• 9 years old and above: Charged as an adult

Surcharge Policy

A surcharge applies during national holidays.

What to Bring

• Warm clothing, scarf, hat, and cap (weather is unpredictable and often cold from September to March)

• Trekking shoes, sunglasses, sunscreen, and insect repellent

• Cash in Vietnam Dong (bank services in Sapa may be unstable; USD, EUR, AUD are also accepted)

Tour Price per Person

• 80 USD per person – 3-star hotel

• 90 USD per person – 4-star hotel

• 120 USD per person – 5-star hotel