Hanoi – Sapa – CatCat – Fansipan – Moana Sapa

Useful information

Sapa tour is designed for travelers who want to spend 3 days and 2 nights in Sapa while saving time and visiting the most popular destinations. You will stay in a comfortable hotel and conquer Fansipan Peak – “The Roof of Indochina.” The tour also includes friendly and attentive service throughout your journey.

Itinerary

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

Meals Included: Lunch, Dinner

06:00 – 06:30

Meet at the bus station and board the sleeper bus to Sapa.

07:30 – 11:45

Travel along the highway to Lao Cai City with a comfort break.

11:45 – 13:00

Continue on the mountain road to Sapa Town, enjoying beautiful views of valleys and terraced fields.

13:00 – 13:30

Arrive in Sapa Town, where you will see ethnic minorities such as the H’Mong, Dzao, and Tay in traditional colorful clothing.

• Welcome drink and itinerary briefing

• Lunch with local Vietnamese dishes

• Hotel check-in

14:30

Begin a short walk to the gate of Cat Cat Village, home of the Black H’Mong ethnic people, located at the foot of Fansipan Peak.
Your local guide will show you the daily life of the villagers. Trek down to the valley to visit the waterfall and the Hydroelectric Power Station built by the French. Spend some time taking photos at the waterfall and bridge before trekking uphill to return to the main road. The driver will pick you up and transfer you back to Sapa.

Trekking distance: approximately 2.5 km (around 2 hours)

17:00

Return to Sapa Town. Have dinner and stay overnight at the hotel. Free time for evening activities.

Day 2: Sapa – Fansipan Peak – Moana View

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

08:00

After breakfast, the driver and tour guide will take you to the Cable Car Station. Enjoy a 20-minute cable car ride with spectacular mountain scenery.

09:00

Arrive at 2,800 meters above sea level. Take photos, enjoy the mountain views, visit the pagoda area, and trek 600 steps to reach the summit of Fansipan – “The Roof of Indochina.”
You will spend about 1.5 hours hiking and taking photos.

11:30

Return to the Cable Car Station and head back to Sapa Town.

12:00

Lunch at a local restaurant or at the hotel.

Afternoon – Visit Moana View

Take an easy walk to Moana View, located 700 meters from Sapa Church. This is the latest check-in point specially designed for young travelers who enjoy creative, impressive photo spots.

At Moana View, you can take photos at:

• Bali Gate

• Infinity Lake

• Moana Girl Statue

• Golden Hand

• Thrilling Swing

• Lonely Tree

• Panoramic Café with views of Fansipan Peak and Muong Hoa Valley

Prepare beautiful outfits and accessories to capture your best photos.

17:00

Return to Sapa Town. Have dinner and stay overnight at the hotel.

Day 3: Sapa – Hanoi by Bus

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Morning

Have breakfast at the hotel, then enjoy free time to explore Sapa on your own.

12:00

Check out of your hotel, have lunch, and enjoy your remaining time in Sapa.

13:00 – 14:00

Board the bus back to Hanoi, with comfort breaks on the way.

20:00 – 20:30

Arrive at the bus station in Hanoi. The trip ends.

Trip Includes

• Sleeper bus Hanoi – Sapa – Hanoi with modern facilities (tour guide not available on the bus)

• English-speaking tour guide during the trip in Sapa

• Hotel accommodation in double/twin room (twin sharing basis)

• Meals: 3 lunches, 2 dinners, 2 breakfasts

• All entrance tickets as mentioned in the itinerary

Trip Excludes

• Return Cable Car Ticket Sapa – Fansipan – Sapa:

  • 32 USD (weekday)

  • 34 USD (Saturday)

• Government tax, beverages

• Tips for tour guides and drivers, travel insurance

• Services not clearly mentioned above

• Sleeper bus cabin surcharges:

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

  • Sharing cabin: 8 USD per person (round trip)

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

• Luxury Limousine 28-seat Nouble surcharge: 26 USD per person (round trip)

Children Policy

• Children under 5 years old (or under 1 meter tall): Free of charge (based on 2 adults + 1 child sharing bed/berth/bus seat)

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

• Children 9 years old and above: Charged as adults

Surcharge Policy

• Additional charges apply on National Holidays

What to Bring

• Warm clothes, scarf, hat, cap (Sapa is cold from September to March)

• Note: Sapa is often foggy in December, January, February, and March

• Trekking shoes, sunglasses, sunscreen, insect repellent

• Cash in Vietnam Dong (local banking may be unstable; USD, EUR, AUD are accepted)

Tour Price per Person

• 108 USD per person – 3-star hotel

• 124 USD per person – 4-star hotel

• 172 USD per person – 5-star hotel