Vietnam · Trekking

2-Day Fansipan Trekking Tour from Sapa via Tram Ton Pass

2 Days Round trip from Ô Quy Hồ pass Hard pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Climb from the Park Rangers' Station at 2,000m toward Mount Fansipan
  • 02 Learn about the fascinating local cardamom plants along the trek
  • 03 Camp overnight in the mountains with dinner cooked over a campfire
  • 04 Take in beautiful views overlooking Sapa town and its thick green forest landscape

Head to Tram Ton Pass and Sapa to explore their many marvels on this 2-day trekking tour. Embark on Mount Fansipan, the highest mountain in the Indo-China region, rising to 3,143 meters above sea level. Learn about the fascinating local cardamom plants along the trail, camp under the stars, and take in unbelievable scenery, clear skies, and crisp mountain air throughout the journey.

Learn about the fascinating local cardamom plants along the trail, camp under the stars, and take in unbelievable scenery, clear skies, and crisp mountain air throughout the journey.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 2 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Hard
Accommodation Included · Budget
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
Cities Dien Bien, Sa Pa
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Tram Ton Pass Trek to the Mountain Camp

  • Meet your Sapa tour guide and get picked up from your hotel at 9:30 am.

  • Take a short and scenic drive to Tram Ton Pass.

  • Begin the climb at the Park Rangers' Station, at an altitude of 2,000m.

  • Observe and learn about the local cardamom plants throughout the climb and understand their importance to the local area. Local birds can also be seen during the walk.

  • Stop and relax for a delicious picnic lunch as you reach 2,200m.

  • Continue trekking up to 2,800m, taking in the spectacular views along the way.

  • Set up camp for the night and enjoy dinner cooked over the campfire.

2
Day 02

Fansipan Summit Ascent and Return to Sapa

  • Wake up early at 4:30-5:00 am for a hearty breakfast.

  • Undertake the final ascent and, at around 9:00-9:30 am, celebrate your achievement as you reach the summit at 3,143m above sea level.

  • Take some time to absorb the fresh, crisp air and admire the beautiful views overlooking Sapa town and its thick green forest landscape.

  • Return to 2,800m and enjoy a delicious lunch at around 12:30 pm.

  • Trek back down to Tram Ton Pass at 2,000m, feeling revitalized.

  • Drive back to Sapa.

  • Arrive in Sapa at around 4:00 pm.

Tram Ton Pass, Mount Fansipan, Sapa town

Where this trip takes you

Tram Ton Pass, Mount Fansipan, Sapa town

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Ô Quy Hồ pass 2 cities · 2 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Breakfast: day 2

  • Lunch: every day

  • Dinner: day 1

  • English-speaking Sapa tour guide

  • Transport

  • Village entrance fees

  • Snack

  • Soft drink

  • Sleeping bag, yoga mat, and tent rental

  • 1.5L of water per day

  • Porter

  • Standard national park levy: toilet, overnight camping, insurance, cooking, and park authority observer

  • Fansipan summit certificate

What's Not Included

  • Personal travel insurance

  • Tips

  • Optional return via cable car

What to bring

  • Good walking shoes

  • Trekking pole

  • Rainwear

  • Sunglasses

  • Hat

  • Sunscreen

Know before you go

  • Please note that this trek requires a high level of physical fitness.

  • Total distance: about 20 km.

  • Altitude: 1,343 m.

  • Approximately 5 hours of walking per day.

  • Departure: Sapa, 9:30 am.

  • Duration: 2 days.

  • Return: Sapa, 3:00 pm.

  • Difficulty: hard.

  • Transport from Sapa to Tram Ton Pass and back is provided.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Sapa, Sa Pa, Lao Cai, Vietnam
Tour start
Ô Quy Hồ pass, Sơn Bình, Tam Đường District, Lai Chau, Vietnam
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 2 days finish where they began, in Ô Quy Hồ pass.

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Estimated room rates

Single Room $130.00 — $180.00
Double Sharing $130.00 — $160.00

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