Sapa Biking and Adventure Trekking – 2 days / 3 nights

Itinerary

Embark on a unique journey crafted for enthusiasts who relish both mountain biking and trekking experiences amidst the lives of local tribes. This special trip offers the opportunity to traverse the entirety of Sapa’s most exquisite valley, Muong Hoa, providing a comprehensive exploration that extends beyond the reach of other trekkers who only witness a portion of its beauty.

Tour Route:Hanoi – Sapa – Ma Tra – Ta Phin – Takko pass -Trung Chai – Y Linh Ho – Lao Chai – Ta Van.

Tour Duration:2 Days/ 3 Nights

Dates:No fixed departure dates. You may go whenever you wish.

Starts / Ends:Hanoi/ Hanoi

Tour Type:Adventure & Hill Tribe Village Discovery tour.

Trip Grade:Hard grade of trekking, hiking and home staying

Tour Customizable:Absolutely, please tell us your holiday wish list!

Group size:Private tour designs for any group size upon your request.

Highlights

Explore the picturesque mountain terrain, meandering through rice terraces, corn fields, and pine-covered hills on a thrilling bike ride. Engage in a trekking adventure descending to the H’mong village of Lao Chai and the Giay minority village of Ta Van. Immerse yourself in the beauty of Muong Hoa valley and discover the vibrant cultures of Sapa’s various villages, including Lao Chai village and Ta Van village.

Brief Itinerary

Day 1-Taking overnight train from Hanoi city to Sapa.
Day 2-Biking in Ma Tra, Ta Phin, Takko pass, Trung Chai.
Day 3-Trekking in Y Linh Ho, Lao Chai, Ta Van.

Tour Program:

Day 1: Hanoi – Lao Cai Province (Night Train)

At 7:00 pm, we will pick you up from your hotel in Hanoi and transfer you to Hanoi train station for an overnight train journey to Lao Cai province. Experience the romance of overnight train travel.

Services: Transfer from hotel to train station | Night train: 4-soft sleeper A/C shared cabin | Meals: Not applicable.

Day 2: Lao Cai Station – Ma Tra – Ta Phin – Takko Pass – Trung Chai – Sapa (B, L)

Arrive at Lao Cai’s train station at 6:00 am. A 1-hour car ride takes you uphill to the charming town of Sapa, offering glimpses of stunning vistas and impressive rice terraces. Upon reaching Sapa town, have breakfast and freshen up before the day’s adventure. Gear up for an exhilarating ride, mostly downhill through the outskirts of Sapa. Pass by Sapa town and ride along a smooth road for 3 km before venturing off to Ma Tra village, the home of the H’Mong people, with picturesque landscapes of mountains, rice terraces, cornfields, and pine hills. Head downhill to Ta Phin, where you’ll witness the daily life of the Red Dao and Black Hmong minorities. Enjoy a short walk around the village and have lunch in a local family. In the afternoon, continue riding uphill and downhill through the forest to Takko Pass. Transfer to Sapa to relax in the hotel, have dinner, and enjoy a free night in romantic Sapa town.

Services: Transfer from Lao Cai station to Sapa | Biking: 12 km, easy grade | Trekking: 2 km, easy grade | English-speaking guide | Hotel: Bamboo Sapa (or equivalent) | Meals: B, L.

 

Day 3: Sapa – Y Linh Ho – Lao Chai – Ta Van – Lao Cai Station (B, L)

After breakfast, embark on a 7 km walk down to the southeast of Sapa, along the side of Muong Hoa valley to Y Linh Ho village of the Black H’Mong. Continue with a 3 km trek down to Lao Chai village of the H’Mong. Enjoy lunch at a local family, followed by a 4 km walk through terraced rice fields to Ta Van village of the Giay minority people, where you’ll stay for the night. Explore the local house architecture, delve into their daily lifestyle, and observe unique customs. Enjoy the landscapes along the way. Return to Sapa by car. In the late afternoon, transfer back to Lao Cai station for the overnight train to Hanoi, arriving at 5:30 am the next day.

Services: Transfer from Sapa to Lao Cai station | Trekking: 14 km, easy grade | English-speaking guide | Freshen up services | Meals: B, L.

 

What’s Included?

• Private pick-up and transfer services via air-conditioned vehicle as outlined in the program.
• Return overnight train tickets in a 4-berth cabin (A/C wooden soft sleeper). Contact us if you wish to upgrade to a private 2-berth cabin.
• Twin/double sharing room accommodation at a hotel in Sapa.
• Travel in a suitable private air-conditioned vehicle and/or a private jeep with an experienced and safe driver.
• Meals as specified in the program (B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner) served in local restaurants or as picnics where applicable.
• A journey filled with joy and big smiles.

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