This adventure trip takes you to the top of Mount Fansipan which is considered the rooftop of Indochina. After a half day city tour you have free time for your own exploration and travel by an overnight train to the remote Lao Cai Area. You soak up the fresh climate, see some hill tribe villages in mountainside and embark on a four day climb to conquer the Fansipan summit.

Day 1: Arrival - Hanoi
On arrival at Noi Bai Airport, you are met by our guide and transferred to hotel. The capital of Vietnam, Hanoi is a stylish and gracious city that retains an unique old world charm and some Asia's most striking colonial architecture. The many lakes and parks make for relaxing atmosphere. If time permits we enjoy a cyclo ride through the bustling old quarter streets named after the specific goods once offered for sale at these places. O/N in Ha Noi.

Day 2: Hanoi - Lao Cai
Today we spend a half day exploring the charming Hanoi City . The first stop is Ho Minh Complex containing the mausoleum of the nation's founder Ho Chi Minh, the Presidential Palace and the Ho Chi Minh's house on stilts. Close to this complex is the One Pillar Pagoda, whose origins date back to the foundation of Hanoi. We follow it with the Temple of Literature, which is well known as the first university of Vietnam and the impressive Ethnologic Museum, dedicated to Vietnam's 54 ethnic minorities, some of which we will see on our forthcoming days. Afterwards we drive back to the town center to visit the peaceful lake of Hoan Kiem with its sacred temple and the vibrant old quarter streets. The reminder of day is free for your own exploration of town. By mid evening you are transferred to Hanoi rail station and board a night train to Lao Cai. The train conditions are very basic however we will travel in soft sleeper class which is compartment for 4 passengers. O/N on board .(B)

Day 3: Lao Cai - Sa Pa
The train journey ends once arriving at Lao Cai Station. You are greeted by our local guide and wind your way on a scenic drive uphill to Sa Pa. At an elevation of 1,500 meters, Sa Pa has warm days and cool evenings. This mountainous region is home of many ethnic minority groups including Hmong, Dao, Xa Pho , Tay and Zay people. On arrival in Sa Pa we check in hotel and have breakfast a local restaurant. This day will give us a chance to soak up the fresh climate as much as we want by spending time to wander around. The ethnic minority people are frequently seen in this hill town and small vendors along the street sell local textiles and handicraft. Upon leaving Sa Pa Town set off on a half day walk visit Lao Chai and Ta Van villages. This remote hamlets are home of the Hmong and Zay ethnic minorities. O/N in Sa Pa. (B)

Day 4: Sa Pa - Phansipan Trek
The exciting and real adventure begins as we depart Sa Pa Town. There are several routes to Phan Si Pan Summit but the best one is from Cat Cat Village. Along the way we pass through many hill villages and make stop to see the local people as well as explore their simply life style. They still retain their age old cultural traditions and wear distinctive costumes. After a short rest at the peak of 1300m, we trek up to the peak of 1650m. Here we pitch tents and enjoy our dinner around camp fire in exotic nocturnal sound of the forest. O/N at Base Camp. (B,L,D)

Day 5: Phansipan Trek
Today we continue our walk along the undulating and steep mountainsides. The trekking is therefore difficult at times; however some physical preparation will enable you to maximize enjoyment from the walk. On arrival at the ridge of 2200m we make stop to stretch our legs and admire the panoramic views from the rugged and verdant mountain to the far valley. The mixture of the hill villages and terraced rice fields is inmaginable. We then walk up to the peak of 2900m where will set up our tents. O/N at Base Camp. (B,L,D)

Day 6: Phansipan Trek
The mountain range of Phan Si Pan boasts Vietnam's highest peak and lends an alpine feel to the area surrounding this hill station. We spend few hours walking uphill and reach our goal of Phan Si Pan Summit at noon. The steep path is very challenging as we walk through bamboo forest, but the exciting impression of standing on the roof of Vietnam and Indochina makes the hardship all worthwhile. We have time to catch some wonderful shootings and enjoy a picnic lunch at the summit before descending to our camping place of previous night. O/N at Base Camp. (B,L,D)

Day 7: Phansipan Trek - Sa Pa
Upon leaving the peak of 2900 m we mainly walk downhill back to Sa Pa Town. The steep trails are somewhat arduous but we have a chance to get some fantastic views over the surrounding mountains and the sleepy villages in the far distance. The memorable expedition ends once arriving in Sa Pa Town. We check in hotel to get proper shower and enjoy a farewell lunch at one of the many famous eating spots in town. This is a perfect way to thank the support team. The remainder of day will be free for your own exploration of the town and catching up on many shopping areas. O/N in Sa Pa. (B,L)

Day 8: Sa Pa - Lao Cai - Hanoi
The journey back to Hanoi is also by rail but we travel by day train this time. Heading out of town we are transferred to Lao Cai Station and board a train for a full day trip to Hanoi. The train conditions are basic; however this journey is in keeping with the adventurous nature of our trips and allows you to experience a taste of the 'real Vietnam' and explore the landscape changing all along the way. The food on board is not the best you will have in Vietnam, so we recommend you to prepare some foods, water and snack. On arrival at Hanoi train station, you are greeted and drive to hotel. O/N in Hanoi. (B)

Day 9: Hanoi - Departure
There is a free time to relax and further explore Ha Noi. The trip ends after your transfer to Noi Bai Airport for departure. (B)

INCLUSIONS: + Transportation in private air-conditioned vehicle with driver in delta and local transport in mountain + Accommodation: twin sharing room at mentioned hotels or similar one and tents during the trek + English or French speaking guide and local guide for trekking + Meals as mentioned :B = breakfast, L = lunch, D = dinner + Entrance fee to indicated sights + Permit and porter for trekking+ Cyclo trip + Train ticket Hanoi - Lao Cai - Hanoi ( soft sleeper cabin for 4 passengers )

EXCLUSIONS: Other meals, tip, drinks, airport tax, single room supplement, personal expenses, travel insurance, visa, flight in/ out of Vietnam , any optional additional tours or activities during free time, surcharge for peak season, local holiday days and gala dinner

TRIP NOTES

- VIETNAM IS A DEVELOPPING COUNTRY WHOSE INFRASTRUCTURE MAY DIFFER FROM WHAT YOU EXPECT FROM YOUR HOME LAND. THE ROAD CONDITIONS ARE POOR AND THE ACCOMMODATION MAY BE BASIC IN REMOTE AREAS. AT VILLAGE, WE STAY IN DORMITORY OR TRIBAL HUTS, THERE ARE NEITHER WESTERN TOILET , NOR CURRENT WATER NOR ELECTRICITY .

- THE ITINERARY IS CORRECTED AT THE TIME OF VIEWING. OCCASIONALLY, THE PROGRAMME CHANGES AS WE MAKE IMPROVEMENT STEMING FROM OUR PAST TRAVELLERS' COMMENTS AND OUR OWN RESEARCH OR DUE TO LOCAL CONDITIONS OR CIRCUMSTANCES BEYOND OUR CONTROL. THIS INCLUDES FESTIVAL, PUBLIC HOLIDAYS, WEATHER AND FLIGHT DELAY,.. THAT MAY EFFECT THE ITINERARY.

- THE DRESS STANDARDS ARE CONSERVATIVE THROUGHOUT ASIA. LOOSE , LIGHTWEIGHT, LONG CLOTHING ARE ALL RESPECTFUL AND COOL IN ASIAN HOT CLIMATE. IN ADDITION TO YOUR ITEMS OF PERSONAL CLOTHING, WE SUGGEST YOU TO BRING TRAINER OR SNEAKER SHOES, JACKET FOR COLD WEATHER, TORCH/FLASH LIGHT, HAT, RAIN COAT FOR WET SEASON, SUN CREAM, SUNGLASSES, DAYPACK, TOILETRIES AND SMALL TOWER, INSECT REPELLENT.THE GOOD WEATHER FOR TREKKING IN SAPA IS FROM LATE SEPTEMBER UNTIL JUNE.

- THE TRIP INCLUDES SOME MEALS AS MENTIONED AT THE ITINERARY HOWEVER OUR GUIDE WILL BE ON HAND TO ADVISE YOU AS FAR THE AVAILABLE RESTAURANTS WHERE YOU CAN ENJOY LOCAL FOOD AT YOUR OWN BUDGET. THE MEAL COST IS ALL DEPENDING ON YOUR CHOICE OF EATING PLACE. THE PACKAGE TOUR WITH FULL BOARD MEAL IS ARRANGED UPON REQUEST .

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