Hanoi to Sapa Tours: 2 Days 1 Night Itinerary
Day 1: Visit Cat Cat Village, Ham Rong Mountain
06:00–08:00 | Arrive in Sapa – Check-in & Breakfast
You reach Sapa early in the morning. Our team will assist you and transfer you to your 4★ hotel (Sapa Relax Hotel & Spa or Sapa Horizon Hotel). You have breakfast, rest a bit, and prepare yourself to discover.
08:30–11:30 | Visit Cat Cat Village
You start your day by taking a walk in Cat Cat Village, a serene village belonging to the H’mong people. You get to view authentic wooden houses, a lovely waterfall, and authentic handicrafts such as weaving and silver jewelry making.
12:00–13:00 | Lunch at a Local Restaurant
Savor a lovely lunch at a nearby restaurant with popular dishes from Sapa, such as stream fish, grilled sticky bamboo rice, and stir-fried mountain herbs.
14:00–17:00 | Climb Ham Rong Mountain
After lunch, hike to Ham Rong Mountain, close to town centre. The walk is simple and leads to flower gardens and a fine viewpoint from where you can enjoy a bird’s eye view of all Sapa.
18:00–20:00 | Dinner & Explore Sapa by Night
After a day’s excursion, dine at a popular restaurant such as Red Dzao House or A Phu Restaurant. Subsequently, take a leisurely evening walk at the Sapa Night Market or the old stone church before going back to your accommodation for the evening.
Cat Cat Village (Sours: bdatrip)
Day 2: Optional cable car to Fansipan Peak, return to Hanoi
07:00–08:00 | Breakfast & Check-out
Begin day two with breakfast at the hotel. Upon checking out, you will have the choice to go to one of Vietnam’s most renowned destinations.
08:30–11:00 | Visit Fansipan Peak (Optional)
Go on a ride on a cable car to Fansipan’s summit (the “Roof of Indochina"). You’ll get to an altitude of 3,143 meters and take in the mountain’s fresh mountain air and stunning scenery (not included in the tour price).
12:00–13:00 | Lunch in Sapa Town
Following your Fansipan adventure, have a final dinner in Sapa, unwind, and get ready to return to Hanoi.
14:00–20:30 | Return to Hanoi
You will depart from Sapa at 2:00 PM. The limousine or sleeper bus will take you back to Hanoi, arriving at 8:30-9:00 PM.
Cable car to Fansipan Peak (Sours: sapanomad)
Included & Not Included
Inclusions:
- One way round-trip transfer by limousine or sleeper bus (Hanoi – Sapa – Hanoi)
- 1 evening at a 4★ hotel (Sapa Horizon Hotel or Sapa Relax Hotel & Spa)
- 2 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 1 dinner.
- Local English-speaking guide
- Entrance charges to:
- Cat Cat Village
- Ham Rong Mountain
- Bottled water daily
Exclusions:
- Fansipan cable car ticket (~850,000 VND
- Personal expenditure (minibar, laundry, etc.)
- Drinks at meals
- Travel Insurance
- Hints to guide and driver (optional)
Hanoi to Sapa Tours – 2 Days 2 Nights (2N2D)
Night 1: Depart from Hanoi to Sapa
Night 1 – 22:00 | Depart from Hanoi to Sapa
Your Hanoi to Sapa tour starts with an overnight journey at 10:00 PM. Opt for a sleeper bus or limousine and get some rest en route to the foggy mountains of Sapa. Arrive refreshed as you get ready for a day filled with light trekking and immersion into culture.
Day 1: Trek to Lao Chai – Ta Van
06:00–08:00 | Arrive in Sapa – Breakfast & Rest
Arrive early in Sapa. Our team will drive and transfer you to your 4★ accommodation (Sapa Horizon Hotel or Sapa Relax Hotel & Spa). Have a warm breakfast and take a short rest before going out to visit villages.
08:30–12:30 | Trekking through Lao Chai and Ta Van Villages
Your Sapa Tour starts with an easy trek in the scenic Muong Hoa valley. Trek along paths that wind past rice terraces and minority villages. Stop at Lao Chai village, inhabited by the Black H’mong minority people, and then proceed to Ta Van, a tranquil village belonging to the Giay ethnic group. Along the way, you will have opportunities to learn about local traditions, farming, and domestic life.
12:30–13:30 | Lunch with a Local Family or at a Homestay
Pause for lunch in a local homestay or small village restaurant. Share home-style mountain meals with local villagers and take some time to talk with them about everyday lives and traditions.
14:00–16:30 | Explore Ta Van and Return to Sapa Town
Continue to walk through the rice paddies and wooden houses of Ta Van before you are driven back to Sapa Town in late afternoon. Relax or get a coffee at one of the local hilltop cafés.
18:00–20:00 | Dinner and Night in Sapa
Dine at a local restaurant like A Phu or Red Dzao House, where you will enjoy local specialties. Then take a visit to the Sapa Night Market or enjoy some relaxation at your hotel. Overnight in a comfortable mountain-view room.
Trek to Lao Chai (Sours: tomtravelonline)
Day 2: Visit Silver Waterfall and Heaven Gate, return to Hanoi
07:00–08:00 | Breakfast and Hotel Check-out
Wake up to fresh mountain air, then enjoy breakfast and checkout from the hotel. Your second day on the Hanoi to Sapa tour is an enjoyable road journey.
08:30–11:00 | Visit Silver Waterfall and Heaven Gate
Visit Silver Waterfall, a breathtaking 200-meter cascade situated just outside town. Then drive on to Heaven Gate, Vietnam’s highest accessible mountain road. From this high vantage point, take in stunning views out over the majestic Hoang Lien Son range and deep valleys below.
12:00–13:00 | Lunch and Final Moments in Sapa
Return to Sapa Town for lunch. Enjoy one final walk through town, browse a souvenir shop, or take it easy before departing.
14:00–20:30 | Return to Hanoi
At 2:00 PM, you will be picked up by your driver for the return to Hanoi. You will return at 8:30 or 9:00 PM, marking the end of your unforgettable Hanoi to Sapa tour.
Silver Waterfall (Sours: localvietnam)
Included & Not Included
Inclusions:
- Sleeper bus or limousine round-trip transfer
- 1 evening at an accommodation rated 4★ in Sapa
- 2 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 2 dinners
- Local English-speaking guide
- Entrance charges to:
- Lao Chai – Ta Van
- Silver Waterfall
- Heaven Gate
- Daily water bottle
Exclusions:
- Fansipan Cable car (optional, not included on this tour, but on request)
- Herbal bath at Ta Phin (~150,000 VND/person, optional
- Personal Expenses
- Beers, wine
- Travel Insurance
- Tips for guide and driver (optional)
Hanoi to Sapa Tours – 3 Days 2 Nights (3N2D)
Day 1: Depart from Hanoi to Sapa
06:30–13:00 | Depart Hanoi – Arrive in Sapa – Hotel Check-in
You depart early in the morning from Hanoi in style by luxury limousine. Travel on the new expressway and take in stunning country scenery en route. By midday, you will have arrived in the foggy mountain town of Sapa. Check into your 4★ hotel (Sapa Relax Hotel & Spa or Sapa Horizon Hotel), then enjoy a light lunch and get ready for your first exposure to the highlands.
14:00–17:00 | Explore Cat Cat Village
Visit Cat Cat Village in the afternoon, a short walk from the town center. This peaceful village is inhabited by the Black H’mong people and provides an insight into mountain tradition. Walk on stone paths, visit a local homestead, gaze at a little waterfall, and discover the making of handicrafts. Ideal as an introduction to Sapa Tours.
18:00–20:00 | Dinner and Free Evening in Sapa
On returning to town, dine at a local favorite like A Phu Restaurant or Red Dzao House. In the evening, visit the Sapa Night Market or just lounge over a hot tea at a mountain-view café. Overnight at a hotel in Sapa.
Sapa Relax Hotel & Spa (Sours: booking)
Day 2: Trekking Muong Hoa Valley to Lao Chai – Ta Van – Ta Phin
07:30–12:30 | Trekking through Muong Hoa Valley to Lao Chai and Ta Van
After breakfast, enjoy a full day trekking in Muong Hoa Valley, one of Vietnam’s most beautiful locations. Trek through rice terraces and encounter local ethnic groups. Stop first at Lao Chai Village, where you will find the Black H’mong people. Then on to Ta Van Village, which is inhabited by the Giay people. You will have mountains, rivers, and stunning scenery all along in view.
12:30–13:30 | Local Lunch in Ta Van
Savor a local lunch with a local family or at a small local restaurant in Ta Van. This is a special way to recharge and appreciate the taste of the highlands.
14:00–17:00 | Visit Ta Phin Village
You will visit Ta Phin Village, the residence of the Red Dao people, in the afternoon. Discover their vibrant culture, visit local houses, as well as learn about their renowned herbal bath techniques. You can also visit a nearby cave, subject to availability.
18:00–20:00 | Dinner and Overnight in Sapa
Back in Sapa Town, relax with dinner at one of the town’s best local eateries. Your evening is at leisure on this day for shopping, relaxation, or wandering quiet town streets beneath mountain stars.
Trekking Muong Hoa Valley to Lao Chai (Sours: sapanomad)
Day 3: Fansipan by cable car, shopping before return
07:00–11:30 | Fansipan Cable Car Adventure
Begin your last day with breakfast, then take a road trip to the Fansipan cable car station. Ride the stunning summit ascent to Fansipan Peak, or the Roof of Indochina, at an elevation of 3,143 meters above sea level. The breathtaking summit provides breathtaking scenery and a spiritual excursion amidst temples and prayer flags.
12:00–13:00 | Lunch and Last Moments in Sapa
After going down, have one last meal in Sapa, then spend some time shopping for local souvenirs, embroidered scarves, dried herbs, and silver jewelry make excellent purchases.
14:00–20:30 | Return to Hanoi
Leave Sapa at 2:00 PM by limousine. Return to Hanoi at about 8:30 PM, concluding your rewarding and balanced Hanoi to Sapa tours.
Fansipan by cable car (Sours: captreofansipan)
Included & Not Included
Inclusions:
- Round-trip limousine transfer from Hanoi
- 2 nights at a 4-star hotel in Sapa
- 2 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 2 dinners.
- Native English-speaking guide
- Entrance charges to:
- Cat Cat Village
- Muong Hoa Valley (Lao Chai – Ta Van)
- Ta Phin Village
- Fansipan cable car station access (ticket not included)
- Daily bottled water
Exclusions:
- Fansipan cable car ticket (~850,000 VND
- Herbal bath at Ta Phin (optional)
- Personal spending
- Drinking with meals
- Travel Insurance
- Guidelines for guide and driver (optional)
Hanoi to Sapa Tours – 3 Days 3 Nights (3N3D)
Night 1: Depart from Hanoi to Sapa
22:00 | Overnight Transfer from Hanoi to Sapa
Your Hanoi to Sapa tour starts with an evening departure from Hanoi at 10:00 PM on either a limousine or a sleeper bus. This comfortable overnight transfer takes you directly to the northern mountains as you sleep, all ready for a busy day exploring Sapa.
Day 1: Trekking Lao Chai – Ta Van – Ban Ho
06:00–08:00 | Arrival in Sapa – Hotel Check-in & Breakfast
Welcome to the refreshing, misty climate of Sapa! Your 4★ accommodation at either Sapa Horizon Hotel or Sapa Relax Hotel & Spa awaits after you have arrived, as will breakfast and a brief break before venturing out on an exploration.
08:30–12:30 | Trekking from Lao Chai to Ta Van
First, take a picturesque trek along Muong Hoa Valley, beginning from Lao Chai, a Black H’mong village famous for its exquisite embroidery and customary way of life. Continue along paddy fields and mountain trails to Ta Van, where members of the Giay ethnic minority reside in wooden houses on stilts amidst tranquil surroundings.
12:30–13:30 | Lunch at a Local Homestay
Share a rich, homemade dinner with a local family in Ta Van, where you will enjoy local dishes prepared with fresh regional ingredients and gain an insight into everyday mountain life.
14:00–17:00 | Continue Trek to Ban Ho Village
The trek continues to the tranquil village of Ban Ho, inhabited by the ethnic minority group of the Tays. This off-the-beaten-track destination is a gateway to a more genuine aspect of Sapa, with houses built from wood along the stream, green fields, and local bamboo-bricked footbridges.
18:00–20:00 | Return to Sapa Town – Dinner and Rest
Back to Sapa in the evening for dinner at a local eatery. Unwind at your hotel after a long day filled with culture and nature.
Trekking Ta Van (Sours: mia)
Day 2: Visit Silver Waterfall, Heaven Gate, and quiet Sin Chai Village
07:30–12:00 | Visit Silver Waterfall and Heaven Gate
Following breakfast, you will be driven by car to Silver Waterfall, one of the area’s tallest and most beautiful waterfalls. Subsequent drive to Heaven Gate, situated above sea level on the path to Tram Ton Pass, with breathtaking views over the Hoang Lien Son mountain range.
12:30–13:30 | Lunch at a Scenic Restaurant
Relish lunch at a mountainside cafe with valleys and clouds below, an ideal place to rest and refuel for the day ahead.
14:00–16:30 | Visit Sin Chai Village
Visit Sin Chai, one of the area’s most tranquil and least touristy H’mong villages, in the afternoon. Just 5 km outside town, here is an ideal spot for relaxed discovery, thoughtful photography, and unhurried observation of local daily life.
18:00–20:00 | Evening Free Time in Sapa Town
Return to town for dinner and spend your evening as you like, shopping at the Sapa Night Market, seeing the stone church, or just relaxing at your hotel.
Tram Ton Pass (Sours: vietnamdiscovery)
Day 3: Fansipan excursion and free time for local market shopping
07:00–11:30 | Morning Fansipan Excursion by Cable Car
Have breakfast, then ride the stunning cable car to the top of Fansipan Peak, Vietnam’s and all of Indochina’s highest mountain at 3,143 meters. The scenery at the top is stunning, and the spiritual ambiance at the mountaintop temples is indelible.
12:00–13:00 | Lunch and Market Visit
Return to Sapa Town and have lunch there for the last time. After this, spend a while at the local marketplace shopping for such souvenirs as handmade textiles, silver pieces, or Sapa herbal teas.
14:00–20:30 | Return to Hanoi
At 2:00 PM, get on board your limousine or overnight bus and enjoy the drive back to Hanoi, arriving at 8:30 PM. Your incredible Sapa Tours is finished with memories of mountain trails, smiling locals, and scenery you will remember forever.
Sapa Market (Sours: asialegend)
Included & Not Included
Inclusions:
- Sleeper bus round-trip overnight transfer from Hanoi
- 2 evenings at a 4-star hotel in Sapa
- 3 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 3 dinners.
- Local speaker guide
- Entrance fees to:
- Lao Chai – Ta Van – Ban Ho
- Waterfall Silver
- Heaven’s Gate
- Sin Chai Village
- Access to the Fansipan cable car station (not including the ticket)
- Daily bottled water
Exclusions:
- Fansipan cable car ticket (~850,000 VND)
- Optional herbal bath at Ta Phin
- Personal spending
- Drinking at meals
- Travel Insurance
- Tutorial tips for guide and driver (optional)
Conclusion
Let your next adventure start in Sapa with Impress Travel. From idyllic valleys to the summit of Fansipan, our precisely designed Hanoi to Sapa tours ensure authentic experiences, breathtaking scenery, and memorable cultural encounters. Book now to get the most favorable timetable and seasonal scenery.
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