Allow yourself to be charmed by Sapa, a magic-like place that impresses everybody with its beauty and colorfulness of life. Want to go on a tour whose wings move with nature’s beauty and combined youthful traditions? Our Sapa Scenic tours are for you! Golden Stream highlights some breathtakingly beautiful spots, Love Waterfall-magnificent, serene landscapes, and enchanting folklore-Simple. These are the natural wonders, set just 15 km from Sapa town, and hence form a part of any Sapa Tours adventure. Be you a photographer or an admirer of nature, our Sapa Scenic tours guarantee you an unforgettable tour in this land of magic.
Hoang Lien Son range
The Golden Stream is one of the most beautiful and tranquil features of our Sapa Scenic tours. Situated against the magnificent Hoang Lien Son mountain backdrop, the stream is renowned for its crystal waters that glitter with shades of gold when bathed by sunlight. This serene site promises a calm and idealistic environment, hence being an excellent destination for people wanting to disappear into nature or strive for stunning images. Whether a photographer or an outdoor enthusiast, it is a place that will amaze Golden Stream.
Standing tall and tall at 100 m, the Love Waterfall is one of the most bewitching scenes in our Sapa Scenic tours. It cascades down from the height of Mount Fansipan and looks like a “white silk ribbon" falling with great force, yet so gentle. Adding to its charm, the waterfall has deep cultural meaning to symbolize the love story between a heavenly fairy and a local boy. This romantic legend, in concatenation with natural beauty, has made Love Waterfall a ‘should-not-miss’ in any Sapa Tours for those who want both sceneries and culture.
Sapa Scenic tours are also somehow special because the natural setting between Golden Stream and Love Waterfall is radically different, with a great deal of flora and fauna, given that the area falls within Hoang Lien National Park. Sometimes in spring and summer, the landscape acts like a backdrop, rich in greens; while during autumn, it becomes golden yellow. This is indeed a natural treasure for all nature lovers, with huge biodiversity and ever-changing scenery.
Golden Stream
06:00 AM – Leave Hanoi in the morning by bus or train, depending on what’s available. Take a comfortable seat and watch the beauty of the countryside as we outdistance ourselves from the busy city onto the mountain roads leading to Sapa.
12:00 PM – Arrive in Sapa. Welcome to the cool mountain air and mist-shrouded peaks. Our day will start right away with a short orientation in Sapa town. Check into your hotel. Some time to freshen up and rest before embarking on our adventure.
12:30 PM – Have a delicious lunch at a local restaurant in Sapa, with a taste of traditional Vietnamese dishes and local specialties like grilled pork and sticky rice. This will be the time to revitalize for the whole afternoon.
02:00 PM – Leave Sapa town, driving 15 km out of Sapa town to the west to arrive at Golden Stream and Love Waterfall. The road winds its way along the valley, passing some villages of Black Hmong people as well as terraced rice fields, lush forests, and spectacular views of Hoang Lien Son mountain peak.
02:30 PM – Begin our leisurely forest trek with the breathtaking Golden Stream. Shimmering water in golden hues sends one into wistful doodles, and ample time is taken out to have photographs clicked in serene environs.
03:00 PM – Along the stream, after a nice walk, be present at the Love Waterfall. It is not very high, about 100 meters, but amazing with a cascade of white water down along a forest. Stop for a view, take good shots, and enjoy the serenity around you.
03:30 PM – You are free to stroll around Love Waterfall and Golden Stream, enjoy the tranquility, and breathe in the cool mountain atmosphere. Now is a great time to relax, communicate with nature, or sit by the stream and listen to the voices of the forest.
Love Waterfall
04:30 PM – Following a magical afternoon among the most beautiful nature, we return to Sapa town by tracing the journey back along the scenic mountain roads.
06:00 PM – Back to Sapa you have free time to explore Sapa night market, which is the best place to shop handmade crafts, and local textiles, and try some tasty street foods. You can also pay a visit to the Sapa stone church, a beautiful French colonial structure that miraculously has survived since
07:00 PM – Dinner at a local restaurant: you will be warmed up with more regional specialties. Free to explore Sapa by night or rest at the hotel to save energy for the next day.
07:00 AM – Have a good breakfast at your hotel comprising all sorts of local delicacies with a hot cup of tea or coffee for a refreshing start.
08:00 AM – The morning adventure starts with a short hike to Cat Cat Village, an ancient village of the H’Mong, which is a couple of kilometers outside Sapa town. You will be withheld by beautiful terracing fields, wooden houses, and a background of scenic mountains while going down the village.
09:00 AM – On our arrival in Cat Cat Village, you have a golden chance to immerse yourself in the culture of the locality. We make stops at local artisans, witness traditional weaving, and delve into the day-to-day life of the H’Mong. You can also pause at the small waterfall of the village known as Cat Cat Waterfall, adding more beauty to this village.
Cat Cat Village
11:00 AM – Afterwards, take a self-guided walk around the village and enjoy stunning views and take good snaps of the entire landscape and also of the daily life of the local villagers. You can also make some purchases of beautiful handicrafts and other handmade stuff from the village market to help the craftspeople of this region.
12:00 PM – After this morning of exploration, drive back to Sapa Town for lunch in a local restaurant. You will enjoy various dishes that range from fresh mountain vegetables to traditional Vietnamese ones.
01:00 PM – You will have lunch and then some time to relax, pack, and head for the return trek to Hanoi. You’ll also get a chance to walk through Sapa town once more and indulge yourself with hot cups of coffee in one of the sweet little cafes.
02:00 PM – We get back onto our bus or train for the drive/express train ride back to Hanoi, and take one last look at this very pretty countryside.
08:00 PM – In the evening, we will go back to Hanoi, and with that, your Sapa Scenic tour will be over. With unforgettable memories of the great landscapes and rich culture, along with the serenity of Golden Stream and Love Waterfall, is something that you’ll take lifelong.
As you get ready for this exciting Sapa Scenic tours, here are some practical tips to make your journey to Golden Stream and Love Waterfall smooth, safety guaranteed, and full of amazing memories!
Pack smart! On our Sapa Scenic tours, it’s good to attire yourself with appropriate clothes. Bring along comfortable shoes suitable for trekking, like solid boots or shoes that hold up well on rocky and sometimes uneven ground. Wear your clothes in layers so that you are comfortable since the weather changes in quite a short space of time in the early morning and late afternoon. Bring your sunscreen, insect repellent, and a canteen of water to keep you hydrated on your trek. Be prepared to enjoy every step of this adventure!
Safety is your top priority on this trip. Keep hydrated throughout this adventure; drinking water frequently is essential, as the physical demands of this trek can be tiring, especially with so much beauty around you from one end to the other. Be aware of any changes in weather conditions. Some paths, especially near Golden Stream and Love Waterfall, it will be slippery after it rains, so be careful of your footing and avoid wet rocks and muddy areas. Checking the forecast of the weather before the trekking is very important if you want to be safe and fully enjoy this experience.
If you are a photography enthusiast, the early morning or late afternoon is ideal when Love Waterfall brings its beauty at best. During those times, the soft light creates wonder in the reflection from the water and the richness in all shades of green around it. While shooting at Golden Stream, shoot the golden colors of the water reflecting the sun’s rays. Do not forget the flora around the stream. The following photography tips will ensure that your Sapa Scenic tours photos are as dramatic as the scenery themselves.
A combination of nature, culture, and adventure activities makes the Golden Stream and Love Waterfall tour one of the things that must surely feature on any Sapa Scenic tour’s program. Be it the serenity of waterfalls or the rich culture of Sapa, this tour will surely create moments to remember. Don’t forget to regularly follow our Impress Travel for more interesting information about traveling Sapa to and to book Sapa Tours at the best prices.
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Hotels in Sapa
Homestay in Sapa
We went on a private trip to Vietnam and Cambodia, the whole trip plan was organized for us by the Impress Travel Company from Vietnam, the company did an amazing job, the whole trip was organized in a wonderful way with an amazing match between the various parties, their choices were correct and the quality of the hotels chosen were very high quality and it is important to note that the price was low in comparison To other agencies, thanks to Impress Travel and especially to Daniel who was tolerant and open to changes and organized the route for us.
Impress travel were amazing. Did my bookings with Daniel for our tour of Vietnam and I must say Daniel was very professional and prompt with his services. All the arrangement, plans, pick-up & drop-off services, hotels, vehicles, sightseeing tours and guides were spot on and excellent. Did 4 nights Hanoi, 1 night Hà Long Bay cruise, 3 nights Hoian, 4 nights Saigon and 1 night in Can Tho. It was totally awesome. Every part of the journey was superbly arranged and planned. I will highly recommend Impress Travel for anyone interested in visiting Vietnam. Very organized and reliable!
I booked with Impress Travel in July. My contact person was Tommy Thang. He is an amazing person. He was very helpful. He changed my program twice for me. Very accommodating!
We started our holiday in the north (Sapa)of Vietnam and travelled down to HCMC.
The tour was fantastic, Tommy's arrangements were to the"T".
I will always use them if I have to visit the area again and recommend them to one and all.
Thank you once again Mr.Tommy and the Impress Team.
Sulaiman Pochee
Great value for money with 4 stars hotel accommodation for 4 couples. The tour guide has been very helpful and brought us to amazing places in Sapa. We want to thanks Thuy the tour guide and especially Mark from Impress Travel for his great service and assurance throughout our trip. We’ll definitely use his service for other tour packages in other parts of Vietnam.
This is the second time we travel to Vietnam with IMPRESS Travel. First time, we booked our holiday to Hanoi, Halong Bay & Sapa during Dec 2018 with Impress.
Second time, we travel to Hoi An, Hue & Danang (Central Vietnam) during Jan 2019.
My friends & I are very glad & happy with all the hotels stay in Central Vietnam, the meals provided are delicious. We are greatly appreciated with all the tour arrangement by Tommy & his team (tour guide).
Especially, Mr. NHAT C.V. He is helpful, cheerful, knowledgeable and very professional. He always volunteer to take a nice pictures for six of us (group) .
We enjoyed our holiday with Impress travel. We will definitely come back to Vietnam again with Impress
Inclusion: Night train tickets, Tour guide, Transfer from Hanoi to Lao Cai station
Inclusion: Breakfast; lunch; dinner, Homestay in Ta Van, Entrance fee; Tour guide, Private air-conditioned vehicle pick up from Lao Cai train station to Sapa town
After breakfast, we keep the easy trekking through the rice terrace track to Giang Ta Chai village where is home of Red Dao people, and then to Su Pan village where the vehicle is awaiting for transferring back to Sapa town.
The afternoon time is free at leisure and explore Sapa town by self
Hotel overnight in Sapa town
Inclusion: Breakfast; Entrance fee; Tour guide, Private air-conditioned vehicle pick up from Su Phan village back to Sapa town, Hotel in Sapa
Inclusion: Breakfast; Entrance fee; Tour guide, Private air-conditioned vehicle pick up from Cat Cat village back to Sapa town and transfer to Lao Cai station and Night train tickets to Hanoi.
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