Direct limousine drive to Topas Ecolodge and hike to neighboring Red Dao village (-,-,-)

Sapa - From 6:30 - 7:00 AM, you will commence from your Hanoi hotel with Topas Mountain Express for 5 hours
transfer to Topas Ecolodge. After checking in your bungalow, you will enjoy the beautiful and peaceful view
of the surrounding mountains and valleys from your private balcony.

Topas Ecolodge - The walk in the afternoon starts from Topas Ecolodge on a quiet road with a great view of the rice terrace
below. You then take a slight ascent to Lech village. You will visit a wooden local house, meet the friendly
Red Dao hosts and experience their daily way of life. The Red Dao women, like their ancestors, have hair
and eyes brows shaved and wear very colorful customs. They are famous for beautiful handmade
embroidery. On the way back to Topas Ecolodge, you will walk on small trails passing rice terraces and cross
a suspension bridge, where you can take some great pictures of the natural landscape. Your guide will
explain the interesting cultivating culture of the local farmers.
Approx: Grade: Easy/ 2.5 – 3 hours walking

Explore the most remote area of Sapa (B,L,-)

Terraced Rice Fields in Shin Chai Village - Enjoy a great breakfast and prepare for today´s walk. At 8:30 AM, you will commence the excursion with a
transfer deeper into Hoang Lien National Park to the trek starting point near Sin Chai village. You are now
“off the beaten track” enjoying beautiful views of high mountains, waterfalls and deep valleys. The trails will
soon lead you to the Red Dao village of Nam Nhiu, here you will meet the villagers, visit their houses, and
learn about their daily way of life. Leaving the village behind, you will turn into a small dirt trail and soon be
inspired by the marvelous view of the rice valley dotted with bamboo huts, which are used by local farmers
as overnight lodges on harvesting days. Passing the rice terraces and a river you will walk on a quiet road
for a while before arriving Nam Cang village. Your lunch is served at Topas Riverside Lodge, with jungle
behind the lodge and river in front.

Nam Cang - Nam Cang village locates in the most remote area of Sapa. The Red Dao women wear some of the most
colorful and diverse costumes of all Vietnam’s ethnic groups. Herbal bath, local medicine and embroidery are
some of the things that the Red Dao are very skilled at. Accompanied by your guide, you will explore the
village and learn how the local villagers make writing paper, jewelry and embroidery. You may also want to
take a swim in the river.
At 14:15, you will have a transfer back to Topas Ecolodge. Here you may want to book a traditional Red Dao
herbal bath at the lodge’s spa.
Approx: Grade: Moderate/ 3-3.5 hours walking

Leaving the mountain and back to Hanoi (B,-,-)

Topas Ecolodge - The morning is at your leisure at Topas Ecolodge. You can either relax or borrow high-quality mountain
bikes from the lodge for an exploration of the surrounding areas. You can also take a scheduled shuttle bus
to Sapa to visit the town or book a half-day tour to explore the highest peak of Indochina, Mt. Fansipan
(3.143m) by cable car

Sapa - Topas Mountain Express departs from Sapa at 13:15; from Topas Ecolodge at 14:30 and returns you to your
hotel in Hanoi.

• All entrance fees to the indicated places
• 2 breakfasts + 1 lunch (B = breakfast, L = lunch)
• English-speaking guide during shared excursions
• Lunch
• Mineral water and snack during walking trips
• Breakfast
• All other indicated transportation
• Transfer by Topas Mountain Express: Hanoi
  – Topas Ecolodge
  – Hanoi
• 2 nights at Topas Ecolodge (twin shared Premium Executive bungalow)

• Other meals at Topas on request : Set Menu from 18-20 USD/person
• Beverages, Personal Expeneses and Tips
• Holiday Surcharge

Luxury SAPA Retreat at Topas Ecolodge: 3 Days, 2 Nights from Hanoi. Spend your nights at Topas Ecolodge, nestled deep within Hoang Lien National Park, 18 km from Sapa town, providing an ideal base for your hiking adventures in the Sapa Mountains.

Enjoy a direct ride from Hanoi to Sapa in our luxurious Topas Mountain Express limousine. Embark on the finest hiking tours along scenic trails to immerse yourself in the ethnic communities and their fascinating cultures, explore deep valleys adorned with terraced rice fields, and unwind with stunning mountain vistas at Topas Ecolodge.

Summary:
Day 1: Travel to Topas Ecolodge via Topas Mountain Express. Hike to a nearby village.
Day 2: Full-day walk exploring the remote areas of Sapa.
Day 3: Relax at Topas Ecolodge or visit Sapa town. Return to Hanoi via Topas Mountain Express.

• No supported car during the biking time.
• When joining a tour, one of the most important parts is selecting the right bike. Topas Travel provides mountain bikes that are suitable for people from 155cm only. Client’s height is requested at the booking time or at least 24 hours in advance for smooth services.
• Biking tours offer up and downhill segments. For safety, these tours are advisable for adults or children from 13-year-old up (For smaller children, please contact us) who are familiar with mountain road biking.

If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.