Two day, two night experience (Hanoi - Sapa - Hanoi)
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Duration: Two days, two nights.
Departure time: Night time departure from Hanoi by train Physical activity: Moderate to challenging Location - Small traditional villages Travel Style: - Cultural immersion and active adventure Connectivity: Wifi - None, Mobile coverage - good. Booking Code: TwodayPackage |
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Background
This two day, two night experience starts and ends in Hanoi and involves visiting some of the quieter and more authentic valleys in the Sapa area. As with all ETHOS trips, this two day option explores local cuisine, takes in some outstanding scenery and has a strong focus on ethical, community based tourism. All of our tours are private, meaning you are assured of quality time with local experts. Our award winning tours have seen us entered into the TripAdvisor Hall of Fame after maintaining our position as the top tour provider in our region for five years. |
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ETHOS - Spirit of the Community are:
• Ethical, sustainable and 100% locally owned. • Experts at bespoke, community based tourism initiatives.
• Recommended by many top international guide books. • working to maximise positive impact on local communities.
• Ethical, sustainable and 100% locally owned. • Experts at bespoke, community based tourism initiatives.
• Recommended by many top international guide books. • working to maximise positive impact on local communities.
What to expect
Your journey begins by travelling from Hanoi on the iconic, colonial built railway that winds north along the Red River valley towards the Chinese border. Departure will see you exit the hustle and bustle of the city and whisk you to a world or mountains, forests, rice terraces and ethnic minority hill tribes. The train cabins are surprisingly luxurious, with mattresses, blankets, air conditioning and light refreshments provided.
On arrival at the train terminal in Lao Cai city, you will be met by our driver and start a vertical accent of over 1km, up into the clouds. Breakfast and shower facilities are in our community centre where you will meet your guide and get an overview and historical context of the area.
The tour begins in the vibrant and colourful Sapa market where you be free to choose from a selection of fresh local foods, foraged goods under the guidance of your translator. Trekking begins in a quiet valley, rich in culture and surrounded by magnificent mountains. Lunch will be together with a tribal family and you are welcome to help with the preparation and cooking on an open fire.
Our network of tradition family homestays are both authentic and welcoming. Spending quality time with your host family is the most fun incredible way of learning about local culture from the experts.
Trekking on day two is also flexible, before a taxi honey to Sapa, quick shower and the connection to your VIP bus back to Hanoi.
Your journey begins by travelling from Hanoi on the iconic, colonial built railway that winds north along the Red River valley towards the Chinese border. Departure will see you exit the hustle and bustle of the city and whisk you to a world or mountains, forests, rice terraces and ethnic minority hill tribes. The train cabins are surprisingly luxurious, with mattresses, blankets, air conditioning and light refreshments provided.
On arrival at the train terminal in Lao Cai city, you will be met by our driver and start a vertical accent of over 1km, up into the clouds. Breakfast and shower facilities are in our community centre where you will meet your guide and get an overview and historical context of the area.
The tour begins in the vibrant and colourful Sapa market where you be free to choose from a selection of fresh local foods, foraged goods under the guidance of your translator. Trekking begins in a quiet valley, rich in culture and surrounded by magnificent mountains. Lunch will be together with a tribal family and you are welcome to help with the preparation and cooking on an open fire.
Our network of tradition family homestays are both authentic and welcoming. Spending quality time with your host family is the most fun incredible way of learning about local culture from the experts.
Trekking on day two is also flexible, before a taxi honey to Sapa, quick shower and the connection to your VIP bus back to Hanoi.
Tour Prices
Costs include return transportation from Hanoi to Sapa. Six meals. Luggage storage and shower facilities. All required entrance fees. Water and refreshments. Ethnic minority guide. Full trek and homestay accommodation.
Notes:
Be aware that during foggy and rainy periods, trails around Sapa are often muddy and slippery. Walking shoes with good grip are highly recommended. We believe that trekking is all about discovery and access to the most exciting villages may involve steep inclines and clay slopes.
Our treks are tailored to your needs and a range of routes with varying difficulties available.
Be aware that during foggy and rainy periods, trails around Sapa are often muddy and slippery. Walking shoes with good grip are highly recommended. We believe that trekking is all about discovery and access to the most exciting villages may involve steep inclines and clay slopes.
Our treks are tailored to your needs and a range of routes with varying difficulties available.
