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Northern Vietnam Tours

Sa Pa – Fansipan 3 Days 2 Nights

Three days in the highlands of Lao Cai: villages, rice terraces, and reaching the summit of Fansipan by cable car.

  • Hanoi
  • Sa Pa
Duration
3 days 2 nights
Destinations
2 places
Departs from
Hanoi

Introduction

Programme overview

Sa Pa has a cool climate year-round that can change quickly within a day. The three-day programme suits travellers who want a highland experience without heavy trekking.

Why choose this programme

Highlights

  1. Reach the Fansipan summit by cable car, with no long trek required
  2. A light trek through Cat Cat village and the rice terraces
  3. Stop by the Lao Chai – Ta Van area if time permits
  4. A local market and highland cuisine
  5. Cool year-round, well suited to a short break
  6. A local guide leads the way on the village sections

Details

Itinerary

The order and timing may be adjusted for weather and local conditions.

  1. Day 1: Hanoi – Sa Pa

    Overnight in Sa Pa

    Travel up to Sa Pa.

    • Depart from Hanoi along the expressway.
    • Arrive in Sa Pa and check in.
    • Stroll around town and the stone church in the evening.
    Sa PaMeals: Dinner
  2. Day 2: Fansipan – Cat Cat Village

    Overnight in Sa Pa

    The highlight of the trip.

    • Take the cable car up to Fansipan.
    • Visit the summit area and the pagoda.
    • Return to town and have lunch.
    • A light trek to Cat Cat village.
    FansipanCat CatMeals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  3. Day 3: Sa Pa – Hanoi – End

    A local market and the journey back.

    • Visit the Sa Pa market or the Lao Chai – Ta Van village.
    • Check out and have lunch.
    • Return to Hanoi, where the programme ends.
    Sa PaHanoiMeals: Breakfast, Lunch

What you get

What is and is not included

Included

  • Transport between Hanoi and Sa Pa
  • 02 hotel nights in Sa Pa
  • Meals as listed in the itinerary
  • Fansipan cable car tickets and village entrance tickets
  • An accompanying tour guide

Not included

  • Personal expenses
  • Drinks not listed in the programme
  • Travel insurance

Before you go

  • Sa Pa's weather changes quickly and can bring rain or heavy mist; bring a raincoat and shoes with good grip.
  • Cable car times may change with the season and operating conditions.

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