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Active Sapa Mini Adventure
5 days, Hanoi to Hanoi
Itinerary
Day 1Hanoi
Arrive at any time.
Meet your CEO and fellow travellers at the hotel tonight, before an optional group dinner.
Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
Your opportunity to meet your CEO and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Opt to join the group for a local meal afterwards. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group.
Day 2Hanoi/Sa Pá
With an early morning start, travel to the mountains of Sa Pá. Set out on your first trek to the village of Cat Cat. Meet locals going about their day as you pass giant wooden water wheels used to pound rice from the area's terraced fields. Stop by a village craft shop to see weavers at work on their looms. Trek back to Sa Pá for the night.
Upon arrival in Sa Pá, drop off your luggage at the hotel and bring a day pack for the afternoon trek to Cat Cat Village.
Trek to Cat Cat Village
Nestled in the Muong Hoa Valley, the trek to Cat Cat Village is quite steep, but offers a paved trail and scenic views of village life and the towering water mills. Known for their woven crafts, spend some time with the artisans and wander the quaint village.
Shared Van
Climb aboard and make friends with your seatmate en route to the next stop.
Meals included:
BreakfastDay 3Sa Pá/Tả Van
Today, embark on a 15km hike to reach the village of Tả Van. Uncover the beauty of this northern region as you wind your way down the valley, admiring peaceful villages and rice terraces intricately carved into the slopes. After a long day, savour a delicious dinner with your host family at tonight's rustic homestay.
Throughout the trek, enjoy opportunities to meet local hilltribe communities. In the H'Mong village of Lao Chai, learn about a famous ancient rock and stop for a picnic-style lunch. In the village of Tả Van, meet with members of the Red Dzao community and experience local culture and customs at the homestay.
Trek to Tả Van Village
Hike through beautiful forested trails and serene terraced rice fields that cascade over the slopes of mountain valleys on the trail to Tả Van village.
Trek difficulty: Medium.
Meals included:
Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDay 4Tả Van/Sa Pá
Set out for your final trek to the village of Giang Ta Chai, stopping by the Muong Hoa River en route. Hike through terraced rice paddies, a bamboo forest, and picturesque waterfalls as you take in the lush landscapes. This afternoon, transfer back to Sa Pá, before boarding an overnight train to Hanoi.
At Giang Ta Chai, meet members of the local H'Mong community who still wear their colourful traditional garments. And if the weather is right, opt for a swim in the cool mountain waters of the Muong Hoa River.
Trek to Giang Ta Chai Village
Soak in the views of vibrantly coloured hills, where locals have planted rice and corn for generations, en route to Giang Ta Chai village.
Trek difficulty: Medium.
Overnight Train (beds)
Stretch out and get some well-earned rest en route to the next stop.
Private Vehicle
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Meals included:
BreakfastDay 5Sa Pá/Hanoi
Upon arrival at the train station, transfer to the starting hotel, where your tour will end on arrival.
If you are continuing on a G Adventures tour that starts in the evening, your CEO can help you work our what there is to do for the day and how to get to your next tour.