Sapa – CatCat – Glass Bridge – Lonely Tree – Silver Waterfall

Useful information

Sapa sits at an altitude of 1,600 meters above sea level and enjoys a temperate climate with average temperatures ranging from 15°C to 18°C. Cool throughout the year and occasionally snowy in winter, Sapa was discovered by the French in the early 20th century for its scenic beauty, fresh climate, and natural water sources.

Visitors can admire remnants of French architecture, ethnic minority villages and iconic attractions such as Silver Waterfall, Heaven’s Gate, Cloud Bridge, Wind Cave, and Ham Rong Mountain. This tour is perfect for nature lovers and travelers interested in local cultures and traditions.

Itinerary

Day 1: Hanoi – Sapa – Cat Cat Village – Sapa

Meals Included: Lunch, Dinner

06:00 – 06:30

Meet at the bus station, board the sleeper bus, and depart for Sapa via the Noi Bai – Lao Cai Expressway.

07:30 – 11:45

Travel along the expressway toward Lao Cai City with a comfort break.

11:45 – 13:00

Continue on the mountain road toward Sapa Town, passing stunning valley and terraced-field scenery.

13:00

Arrive in Sapa Town, where ethnic groups such as the H’Mong, Dzao, and Tay appear in colorful traditional clothes.

• Welcome drink and itinerary briefing

• Lunch with local Vietnamese dishes

• Hotel check-in

14:30

Drive to the gate of Cat Cat Village, home of the Black H’Mong people, located at the bottom of a deep valley at the foot of Fansipan Peak.

Your guide will introduce the culture, daily activities, and traditional crafts of the villagers.

Trek down to the waterfall and visit the French-built Hydroelectric Power Station. Take photos at the bridge and waterfall before trekking uphill back to Sapa.

Trekking distance: 2.5 km (approx. 2 hours)

16:30

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

Day 2: Sapa – Glass Bridge – Lonely Tree – Silver Waterfall – Hanoi

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

07:00

Wake up to a beautiful sunrise over the Sapa mountains. Enjoy breakfast at the hotel.

08:00

Begin your exploration of Dragon Cloud, the Glass Bridge, Lonely Tree, and Silver Waterfall.

Along the way, stop at the summit of O Quy Ho Pass, one of Vietnam’s Four Great Passes, located at 2,333 meters above sea level. This is a famous spot for cloud hunting and panoramic photography.

At the Dragon Cloud Glass Bridge, you will:

• Check in at the colorful staircase

• Take the elevator to the Hao Han Qiao Glass Bridge (three transparent sides)

• Walk along the 768-meter structure perched 1,000 meters above the mountainside

• Have free time to explore and take photos
  Optional activities inside the tourist area are available for purchase.

11:30

Return to the hotel for check-out.

12:00

Have lunch at the hotel.

13:30

Board the bus back to Hanoi with a comfort stop and a short shopping break.

20:00

Arrive at the Hanoi bus station. The tour ends.

Included Services

• Sleeper bus Hanoi – Sapa – Hanoi (no tour guide on the bus)

• Sightseeing bus in Sapa as per itinerary

• Local English-speaking guide in Sapa

• 1 breakfast and 3 main meals

• Entrance tickets: Cat Cat Village, Glass Bridge, Lonely Tree, Silver Waterfall

• 3–4–5 star hotel accommodation (2 guests per room; 3 guests for odd-number groups)

• Insurance in accordance with bus company policy

Excluded Services

• Drinks during meals

• Personal expenses outside the itinerary

• Single room surcharge

• VAT

• Tour guide on bus Hanoi – Sapa – Hanoi

• Sleeper bus 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 surcharge: 16 USD per person (round trip)

Children Policy

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

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

• 9 years old and above: Charged as adult

Surcharge Policy

• Surcharges apply during National Holidays

What to Bring

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

• Note: Fog is common in December, January, February, and March

• Trekking shoes, sunglasses, sunscreen, insect repellent

• Cash in VND (banking services in Sapa may be unstable; USD, EUR, AUD accepted)

Tour Price Per Person 

• 124 USD per person – 3-star hotel

• 130 USD per person – 4-star hotel

• 150 USD per person – 5-star hotel