Hanoi by Bus to Sapa – Y Linh Ho – Lao Chai – Ta Van Homestay (L - D)

Old Quarter - 6:00 - 6:30: Get picked up from your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter Area to depart for Sapa via the new highway with a comfortable short break (about 6 hours drive)

Sapa - 13:00 : Arrive at Sapa town and be amazed by the colorful traditional costumes of H’mong, Dzao, Tay ethnic people. Enjoy welcome drinks and itinerary briefing. Then, have lunch with local Vietnamese dishes before starting trekking down to homestay.

Y Linh Ho - The trekking distance is about 9km and the duration is 3½ hours.

Y Linh Ho Village is located about 7km to the south west of Sapa Town. It’s alongside of Muong Hoa valley. Y Linh Ho is a little commune composed by a dozen of little hamlets scattering on the severe mountain terrain with high and steep hills.

Lao Chai - Lao Chai Village Sapa is home to many ethnic minorities, such as the Black H’Mong, the Dao Do, and the Giay. Unlike Sapa’s bustling, crowded town, this village has a unique, peaceful beauty. Lao Chai Village Sapa, located between the spectacular Hoang Lien Son range and Ham Rong mountain, is shielded by two mountains, which attract an increasing number of people to settle here.

Ta Van Village - In the late afternoon, continue trekking to visit Ta Van village, which is the home of Tay minority.
17:45 – It’s time to check into the homestay. Experience the rustic lifestyle of the local and watch the sun setting in the mountainous region. In the evening, enjoy the local bar nearby or socialize with other tourists then overnight at homestay.

Ta Van – Giang Ta Chai – Sapa by Bus to Ha Noi (B - L)

Ta Van Village - 8:00 – Enjoy the breakfast prepared by the host family and start a new day with more hiking.
8:45 – Keep walking through the rice paddies where you have a nice photo session with the amazing surrounding landscapes

Giang Ta Chai Village - After passing a bamboo forest, you will arrive at Giang Ta Chai village – the home of Red Dzao minority. The total trekking distance is about 4km and the duration is roughly 2 hours.

11:00 – Exit the village via Giang Ta Chai Bridge to reach the main road where the driver is waiting to transfer you back to Sapa town.

Sapa - 12:00 - 15:00 : Have lunch and a short break in Sapa town.
15:00: Meet all other group members at the hotel to get ready for the bus to return to Hanoi.

160 Đ. Trần Quang Khải - Our bus will stop at 160 Tran Quang Khai Street, Hoan Kiem, Hanoi (Near by Old Quarter Area) and all guests will get off there to get a walk or taxi to your hotel/stay. End tour.

• Visit minority villages: Y Linh Ho, Lao Chai, Ta Van & Giang Ta Chai
• Lunch
• Dinner
• Breakfast
• Return Transfer Hanoi – Sapa – Hanoi by Sharing Sleeper Bus with Air-conditioner
• Land Transfer in Sapa with small group
• Dorm Stay/Private Room at Ta Van Homestay (depending on option)
• Entrance Fees as per program and Local English Guide

• Bevegares, Personal Expenses and Tips
• Holiday Surcharge

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.