Overview

Escape the crowds and explore the wild beauty of Northern Vietnam on this 3 days 3 nights journey from Hanoi to Sapa. Ride a VIP sleeper bus through the mountains, reach the summit of Fansipan – the “Roof of Indochina”, wander through the traditional Hmong village of Cat Cat Village, relax with a traditional Red Dao herbal bath, and experience the thrill of paragliding over stunning rice terraces. A perfect mix of mountain adventure, local culture, and less-touristy experiences in the heart of Sapa.

DAY 1| HANOI → SAPA (OVERNIGHT ON VIP CABIN SLEEPER)

DAY 2| FANSIPAN MOUNTAIN – ALPINE COASTER

DAY 3| CAT CAT VILLAGE – RED DAO HERBAL BATH

DAY 4| PARAGLIDING – TRANSFER BACK TO HANOI

Itinerary Details

DAY 1| HANOI → SAPA (OVERNIGHT ON VIP CABIN SLEEPER)

Meals: ❌ Breakfast | ❌ Lunch | ❌ Dinner
Overnight: VIP Cabin Sleeper Bus
Inclusions: VIP cabin sleeper bus from Hanoi to Sapa
Exclusions: Flights, meals, drinks

Estimated Schedule

• 19:30 – Hotel pickup in Hanoi Old Quarter for bus station (or self-transfer if specified by operator)
• 20:30 – Arrive at sleeper bus station, check-in for VIP cabin, store large luggage below
• 21:30–22:00 – VIP Cabin Sleeper departs Hanoi → Sapa (approx. 5.5–6.5 hours, 2 rest stop)
• Overnight – Sleep onboard (each guest has a private berth with curtain; basic blanket/pillow provided)

Notes

• Keep your passport and valuables in your daypack.
• Carry a light jacket—the bus AC can be cool.
• Most operators provide a 10–15 minute restroom/refreshment stop around midnight.

DAY 2| FANSIPAN MOUNTAIN – ALPINE COASTER 

Meals: ✅ Breakfast | ✅ Lunch | ❌ Dinner
Overnight: Hotel in Sapa (check-in from 14:00)
Inclusions: Group tour, Fansipan cable car ticket (if included by operator), Alpine Coaster ride, Moana check‑in spot, hotel
Exclusions: Dinner, personal expenses, drinks

Estimated Schedule

• 04:30–05:30 – Arrive Sapa bus stop; transfer to our official to rest in rest room
• 06:30–07:30 – Breakfast at hotel/restaurant
• 08:00 – Meet guide for Fansipan program; transfer to Fansipan Cable Car Station
• 09:00–11:45 – Fansipan Mountain Experience
  • Cable car up (15–20 min) → walk/short funicular to upper complex
  • Visit pagodas, panoramic decks, Fansipan Summit (3,143m)
  • Allow time for altitude adjustment and photos (temperature is cooler at summit)
• 12:15–13:15 – Lunch at local restaurant
• 13:45 – Hotel check‑in (or luggage drop if room not ready)
• 14:30–15:30 – Alpine Coaster (Sapa)
  • Two‑seater gravity coaster; scenic track with safety briefing
• 16:00–17:00 – Return to hotel; free evening (dinner at leisure on Cau May/ Fansipan Rd)

Tips

• Fansipan is cooler and can be foggy—bring a light jacket and hat.
• Alpine Coaster queue times can vary (15–40 min).
• Drinks not included; bring water.

DAY 3| CAT CAT VILLAGE – RED DAO HERBAL BATH

Meals: ✅ Breakfast | ✅ Lunch | ❌ Dinner
Overnight: Hotel in Sapa
Inclusions: Group tour, Cat Cat entrance ticket, Red Dao herbal bath experience
Exclusions: Dinner, drinks

Estimated Schedule

• 07:00 – Breakfast at hotel
• 08:30 – Pickup; short transfer to Cat Cat Village trailhead
• 09:00–11:30 – Cat Cat Village Walking Tour
  • Paved downhill paths, craft stalls, water wheels, waterfall area
  • Cultural demonstration stops and photo points
• 12:00–13:00 – Lunch at local restaurant
• 14:30–16:00 – Red Dao Herbal Bath (private wooden tub with medicinal herbs)
  • Optional add‑on: shoulder/foot massage (pay on spot)
• 16:15 – Return to hotel; free time (Sapa stone church, town square, café)

Notes

• Cat Cat involves steps; comfortable shoes recommended.
• Bring swimwear if you prefer for the herbal bath (tubs are private).
• Dinner suggestions: local salmon hotpot, grilled skewers on Cau May Street.

DAY 4| PARAGLIDING – TRANSFER BACK TO HANOI

Meals: ✅ Breakfast | ✅ Lunch | ❌ Dinner
Overnight: ❌ (Sleeper bus back to Hanoi)
Inclusions: Group tour, paragliding experience (tandem) if weather‑permitting, VIP Cabin Sleeper back to Hanoi
Exclusions: Hanoi hotel, dinner, drinks

Important: Paragliding is strictly weather‑dependent. Timing may shift or be replaced by an alternate activity if wind/visibility is unsafe.

Estimated Schedule

• 06:30 – Breakfast and hotel check‑out; store luggage at reception
• 07:30 – Transfer to Paragliding take‑off site (location varies by operator & weather)
• 08:30–10:30 – Tandem Paragliding Experience
  • Safety briefing, harnessing, 10–20 min flight time (depends on wind)
  • Landing, photo/video retrieval (optional extra)
• 11:30–12:30 – Lunch
• 13:30 – VIP Cabin Sleeper departs Sapa → Hanoi
• 20:00– Arrive Hanoi (Old Quarter drop‑off or bus office); end of services

Notes

• If paragliding is canceled due to weather, common alternatives: Silver Waterfall + O Quy Ho Pass panoramic point, 

Inclusions & Exclusions Summary

Included

• VIP Cabin Sleeper Bus Hanoi ↔ Sapa (overnights Day 1 and Day 4)
• Group tours per program
• Hotels in Sapa (2 nights; standard check‑in 14:00)
• Meals as listed (B/L on touring days; no dinners)
• Key entrances/experiences: Fansipan, Alpine Coaster, Moana check‑in, Cat Cat, Red Dao Herbal Bath, Paragliding (weather‑permitting), 

Excluded

• Flights, dinners, drinks, personal expenses, tips
• Hanoi hotel on Day 4 night 
• Any items not clearly mentioned as included

NOTE: 

• The itinerary might subject to change due to weather or tide condition with our prior notice
• Schedule subject to change upon weather and operation conditions
• Promotion might apply, inclusions and exclusions might change – you will be informed of changes upon booking.
• All prices are in United States Dollars ($) unless otherwise indicated. Please note that prices quoted are subject to change. Price changes may occur by reason of matters outside our control which increase the cost of the services which we arrange on your behalf. Such factors include adverse currency fluctuations, fuel costs, taxes and accommodation increases. The price is only guaranteed once paid for in full by you. No refunds will be made in respect of accommodation, meals, activities, transport or other services which are included in the tour price but, for whatever reason, are not utilized by you.

WHAT TO BRING

• Shoes • Camera + Film • Insect repellent • Original Passport • Hat • Sunglasses.
• Bring your own water container to refill water on tour, not waste plastic bottles.