Morning: Early breakfast at the hotel and check-out.
(Note: If time is short, guests can arrange breakfast during the journey.)
06:10: Transfer from your hotel in the Old Quarter or Hanoi Opera House to the sleeper bus departure point to Sapa.
09:30 – 10:00: Rest stop on the Hanoi – Lao Cai Expressway. Personal break and breakfast if not already eaten.
12:30 – 13:00: Arrive in Sapa Town, home to many ethnic groups such as H’mong, Dao, Tay, etc. The guide will take you to the hotel.
Lunch at the hotel restaurant, followed by check-in and rest.
14:30: Guided walking tour to Cat Cat Village, home of the Black H’mong people, located in a picturesque valley beneath Mount Fansipan. Learn about the daily life of the local people, then continue on foot to Cat Cat Waterfall and the French-built Cat Cat Hydropower Station from the early 20th century. Photo opportunities and sightseeing.
Alternative option: Visit Moana Sapa Check-in Complex, a relatively new attraction with unique photo spots, including the famous Bali Heaven Gate inspired by the original in Bali. The complex offers panoramic views of the Hoang Lien Son mountain range and Fansipan, ideal for photography.
17:30: Vehicle returns you to Sapa town.
19:00: Dinner at a local restaurant.
Evening: Free to explore Sapa town, visit Sapa Stone Church, Sapa night food market, and enjoy local grilled specialties.
Overnight at a hotel in Sapa.