ITINERARY

DAY 1 Hanoi You will start your Sapa adventure by taking the night train from Hanoi to the border town of Lao Cai in a comfortable, air conditioned 4 berth cabin.

DAY 2 Sapa Arrive early morning in Lao Cai and take a 1hr drive in the hotel bus to Sapa. After hotel check-in and breakfast, you have a full free day to explore Sapa and the surrounds.

DAY 3 Coc Ly Market After breakfast you will take a 2hr journey to Coc Ly Market. On arrival, your guide will give you fascinating insights into the various ethnic groups trading at this remote, seldom visited area. You will then join a local motorised long boat for a cruise down a stunning river valley, taking in the unspoilt scenery. You will stop for lunch by the river and get the chance to explore a cave. After lunch it’s back on the boat to visit a H’mong or Thai hilltribe village. You will then take a bus to Lao Cai for your overnight train to Hanoi.

DAY 4 Hanoi You will arrive in Hanoi about 6am.

INCLUSIONS

Train Hanoi – Lao Cai – Hanoi, air conditioned, soft sleeper; Bus Lao Cai – Sapa – Lao Cai; Transport & English speaking guide to Coc Ly Market; Boat ride; Bus Coc Ly – Lao Cai; entrance fees.