Vietnam · Trekking

SAPA TOUR 2 DAYS 1 NIGHT BY BUS ( Overnight in Local Homestay)

2 Days Round trip from Hanoi Easy pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Round-trip sleeper bus travel between Hanoi and Sapa
02 Overnight stay in a local homestay in Ta Van village
03 Trek through rice terraces and along Muong Hoa Stream
04 Visit Y Linh Ho, Lao Chai, Ta Van, and Giang Ta Chai villages
05 See the landscapes of Hoang Lien Son Mountain
06 Enjoy local Vietnamese meals during the tour
07 Walk through bamboo forest and scenic rice paddies
08 Travel with an English-speaking guide and local guide in Sapa

Experience the landscapes and village life of Sapa on this 2-day journey from Hanoi, travelling by bus and staying overnight in a local homestay. Designed for travellers who want a more budget-friendly way to explore the region, the tour combines scenic trekking, local meals, and time with ethnic communities in the Muong Hoa Valley.

Trek through rice terraces, bamboo forest, and mountain scenery as you visit Y Linh Ho, Lao Chai, Ta Van, and Giang Ta Chai. Along the way, enjoy views of Hoang Lien Son Mountain, learn about local culture, and spend a night in a hill tribe village before returning to Hanoi.

Trek through rice terraces, bamboo forest, and mountain scenery as you visit Y Linh Ho, Lao Chai, Ta Van, and Giang Ta Chai.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 2 Days

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Hanoi, Sa Pa, Lào Cai

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Day 1: Hanoi - Sapa by bus with a long trek Y Linh Ho - Lao Chai - Ta Van village (L, D)

6.30 – 7.00: Pick up from your hotel/stay, get on big bus and depart for Sapa Town.
9.30: Follow the highway to Lao Cai city with the first comfort break
11.00: Second comfort break at Lao Cai city before approaching Sapa
13.00: Arrive Sapa Town with colourful traditional costumes of H’Mong, Dzao, Tay ethnic People.
Welcome drink and itinerary briefing
Enjoy the lunch with local Vietnamese dishes
14.15: A short drive to Y Linh Ho then trek through the rice terraces and along Muong Hoa Stream to the Black Hmong village of Lao Chai to see the spectacular landscape of Hoang Lien Son Mountain. You approach Ta Van village where Zay Ethnic People inhabits in late afternoon.
Trekking distance is about 9 kms and it lasts for 3.5 hours
17.45: Check in homestay; get to know the family of Dzay People. Spend time to enjoy the mountain life on Sunset. You may attend cooking local dishes with the family and enjoy dinner in peace. In the evening, you can join the local bar nearby with music and socialize with other tourists then overnight at homestay.

Day 02

Day 2: Medium trek Ta Van - Giang Ta Chai village - Sapa - Ha Noi (B, L)

8.00: Have breakfast prepared by the family and start a new day with more interesting trek.
8.45: Keep walking to the rice paddies where you have a nice photo session of the amazing surrounding landscapes. A trek through the bamboo forest and stop to have a panorama view of Giang Ta Chai village – home of red Dzao People.
Trekking distance is about 4 kms and it lasts for 2 hours
11.00: Trek through the Giang Ta Chai Bridge to main road, bus picks you up to come back Sapa Town.
12.00 – 15.00: Have a shower at hotel, have lunch, time at leisure on your own.
15.00: Meet all group members at hotel to get ready for Hanoi.
15.15: Get on bus to go back to Hanoi with two comfort breaks.
21.15: We say goodbye to you at your hotel/stay.
Trip ends.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Hanoi 3 cities · 2 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Sleeper Bus Roundtrip from Hanoi – Sapa and return
2 bottles of water 2 ways/person on bus Ha Noi - Sapa - Ha Noi
Modern land bus in Sapa with experienced drivers
English Guide on the bus & local guide for tour in Sapa
Meals as 2 lunches, 1 dinner, 1 breakfast with local dishes
All entrance tickets to indicated sites
Private Room or Dorm Bed in Homestay
Public bathroom with hot water in homestay

What's Not Included

Beverages & Personal Expenses
Surchare on holiday, Xmas, New Year, Lunar New Year
Tips for guides/driver or Local Homestay are appreciated

Know before you go

Not wheelchair accessible
Not stroller accessible
Children must be accompanied by an adult
A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
Not suitable for pets
No public transportation nearby
Infants must not sit on laps
Infant seats unavailable
A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
From Hanoi to Sapa: We will pick up at Hanoi Old Quarter Area & drop off at hotel in Sapa Town for treking tour 2 days.

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