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DAY 1 : ARRIVAL - HANOI
On arrival at Noi Bai Airport, you are met and transferred
to hotel. Ha Noi , Vietnam's capital, is a stylish and
gracious city that retains an unique old world charm and
some Asia ‘s most striking colonial architecture. The many
lakes and parks make for relaxing atmosphere. (If time
permit ) we take a short cyclo excursion through the
bustling old quarter streets named after the specific goods
once offered for sale at these places. O/N in Ha Noi.(B)
 DAY
2: HANOI - LAO CAI
Today we enjoy a half day city tour, seeing the mausoleum of
the nation’s founder Ho Chi Minh, the Presidential Palace
and Ho Chi Minh’s House. Close to this complex is the One
Pillar Pagoda. We also visit the Temple of Literature and
the peaceful lake of Hoan Kiem with its sacred temple before
continuing on to the impressive Ethnologic Museum, dedicated
to Vietnam’s 54 ethnic minorities, some of which we will see
on our forthcoming days. The reminder of the day is free for
your own exploration of Ha Noi until transferring to the
rail way station for a night train to Lao Cai. The train
conditions are very basic however we will travel in soft
sleeper class which is compartment for 4 passengers. O/N on
board .(B)
DAY 3:
LAOCAI - SAPA
The train journey arrives in Laocai this morning. After
breakfast at local restaurant we embark on a scenic drive uphill
to SaPa. At an elevation of 1,500 meters, Sa Pa is the former
hill retreat for French administrators when the heat in plain
became unbearable. The remoteness and simple lifestyle of ethnic
minorities are a highlight of Sa Pa although conditions are very
basic. After checking into hotel we can soak up the fresh
climate as much as we want by spending our time wandering around
this charming town and seeing some legacies of the French
period. O/N in Sa Pa.(B)
DAY 4:
SAPA - PHANSIPAN TREK
The range of Phan Si Pan boasts Vietnam’s highest mountain and
lends an alpine feel to the area surrounding this hill station.
The expedition begins as we depart the town and walk through
many hill villages, home to the Hmong hill tribe people. They
are very poor but have an interesting culture and a colorful
history. After a short rest at the peak of 1300m, we trek up to
the peak of 1650m. Here we pitch tents and enjoy our dinner
around camp fire in exotic nocturnal sound of the forest. O/N at
Base Camp. (B,L,D)
 DAY
5: PHANSIPAN TREK
An early morning start to trek mountain sides. The walk is very
strenuous at times so some physical preparation will enable you
to maximize enjoyment from the trip. On arrival at the ridge of
2200m we stop to have lunch, stretch our legs and catch a
breathtaking views over the valley of Sapa. The next stop of our
trip is the peak of 2900m where will set up our tents. O/N at
Base Camp. (B,L,D)
DAY 6:
PHANSIPAN TREK
Today we continue trekking upwards for few hours before reaching
the Phan Si Pan Mountain's highest peak of 3143 m over sea
level. The trek is very challenging but the impression of
standing on the roof of Vietnam makes the hardship all
worthwhile. After lunch at the summit of Phan Si Pan we descend
to our camping place of previous night. O/N at Base Camp. (B,L,D)
DAY 7:
PHANSIPAN TREK - SAPA
Upon leaving the peak of 2900 m we begin walking downhill back
to Sapa Town. The steep trails is somewhat arduous but we have a
chance to get some fantastic views over the surrounding
mountains to the valley and the quite villages in the far
distance. The memorable expeditions ends as we arrive in Sapa
Town. A farewell dinner held at one of the many famous eating
spots is the perfect way to thank the local team. O/N in Sapa. (B,L,D)
DAY 8:
SAPA - LAO CAI - HANOI
The journey back to Hanoi is also by rail but this time day
train. After breakfast we transfer to Lao Cai and set off on a
full day journey to Hanoi. The train conditions are basic;
however this journey is in keeping with the adventurous nature
of our trips and allows you to experience a taste of the 'real
Vietnam'. The food on board is not the best you will have in
Vietnam, so we recommend you to prepare some foods, water and
snack. O/N in Hanoi. (B)
DAY 9:
HANOI - DEPARTURE
There is a free time to relax and further explore Ha Noi. The
trip ends after your transfer to Noi Bai Airport for departure.
(B)
TRIP NOTE:
 THE
ITINERARY IS CORRECTED AT THE TIME OF VIEWING. OCCASIONALLY, OUR
ITINERARIES CHANGE AS WE MAKE IMPROVEMENT THAT STEM FROM OUR
PAST TRAVELLERS' COMMENTS AND OUR OWN RESEARCH OR DUE TO LOCAL
CONDITIONS OR CIRCUMSTANCES BEYOND OUR CONTROL. THIS INCLUDES
FESTIVAL, PUBLIC HOLIDAYS, WEATHER AND FLIGHT DELAY,.. THAT MAY
EFFECT THE ITINERARY.
VIETNAM
IS A DEVELOPING COUNTRY WHOSE INFRASTRUCTURE MAY DIFFERENT FROM
WHAT YOU EXPECT IN YOU HOMELAND. ROAD CONDITIONS ARE POOR,
ACCOMMODATION AND TRANSPORTATION MAY BE BASIC IN REMOTE AREA. AT
VILLAGE, WE STAY OVERNIGHT IN DORMITORY TYPE OR TRIBAL HUTS,
THERE ARE NO TOILET NOT ELECTRICITY.
DAILY
BREAKFAST( B) , 4 LUNCHES AND 3 DINNERS ARE INCLUDED ON THIS
TRIP. OTHER MEALS ARE AT CLIENT'S EXPENSES HOWEVER OUR GUIDE
WILL BE ON HAND TO ADVISE YOU AS FAR THE AVAILABLE RESTAURANTS
WHERE YOU CAN ENJOY LOCAL FOOD. THE TRIP WITH FULL BOARD MEAL IS
ARRANGED UPON REQUEST .
THE
DRESS STANDARDS ARE CONSERVATIVE THROUGHOUT ASIA. LOOSE ,
LIGHTWEIGHT, LONG CLOTHING ARE ALL RESPECTFUL AND COOL IN ASIAN
HOT CLIMATE. IN ADDITION TO YOUR ITEMS OF PERSONAL CLOTHING, WE
SUGGEST YOU TO BRING WALKING BOOTS, JACKET FOR COLD WEATHER,
TORCH/FLASH LIGHT, HAT, RAIN COAT FOR WET SEASON, SUN CREAM,
SUNGLASSES, DAYPACK, INNER SLEEPING SHEETS, TOILET PAPERS,
TOILETRIES AND SMALL TOWER, INSECT REPELLENT.
TRIP PRICE IN US$
PER PERSON
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Group Size |
Standard Class | |
2pax |
US$ 1092 | |
3 - 5 pax |
US$ 950 | |
6 - 9pax |
US$ 755 | |
10 - 14 pax |
US$ 661 | |
15 - 19 pax |
US$ 610 | |
20 pax & Up |
US$ 595 | |
Single room sup. |
US$ 106/pers. |
INCLUDING
Transportation in private
air-conditioned vehicle in delta region and local bus in
mountain region + Meal as mentioned: B = breakfast, L =
Lunch, D = dinner + Accommodation : twin sharing room at the
below mentioned hotel, guest house or similar one + English
or French speaking guide + Entrance fee to indicated sights
+ Water puppet show + Boat trip in Halong + Porter + Permit
for trekking + Train ticket ( soft sleeper class) Lao Cai -
Hanoi + Domestic flight Hanoi - Dien Bien + Domestic airport
tax
NOT INCLUDING
Other meals, tip, drinks, airport
tax, single room supplement, personal expenses, travel
insurance, visa, flight in/ out Vietnam, any optional additional
tours or activities during free time...
HOTELS
USED ON THIS TRIP
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CITY/ AREA |
Standard Class | |
Hanoi |
ATS hotel, Thuy Tien hotel | |
Sapa |
Ca Cat hotel, Mountain view hotel | |
Trekking expeditions |
Homestay | |
Ha Long |
Halong Post hotel, Halong II hotel, | |
HOTEL NOTES |
The higher hotel category in Hanoi, Sapa and Ha Long can
be arranged upon request. |
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