An early morning start to drive towards Sa Pa. The roads are bumpy at times, but various scenic landscapes changing from the delta area to the Tonkinese Alps make for an interesting journey. At an elevation of 1, 500 meters, Sa Pa was once a hill resort of French administrators when the summer heat became unbearable. The remoteness and the simple lifestyle of ethnic minority people are a highlight of Sa Pa although conditions are basic. After checking into hotel in Sapa we can soak up the fresh climate as much as we want by spending time to wander around. The ethnic people are frequently seen in this hill town and small vendors along the street sell local textiles and handicraft.

The range of Phan Si Pan boasts Vietnam’s highest mountain and lends an alpine feel to the area surrounding this hill station. Today we have enough time to visit the bustling Sa Pa Market where the Red Dao, Black Hmong, Tay and Xa Pho ethnic minorities converge from the nearby mountainsides and valleys to trade their goods and buy provisions. We then get well off the beaten track as we embark on a walk to explore this beautiful mountain region. Along the way we traverse several rustic villages and see many mountaineers doing their daily works such as logging, herding buffalo and tilling the field. The blend of verdant mountain backdrop and colourful population makes for an unimaginable view. (Breakfast)

Upon leaving Sapa we set off on our scenic drive through the border town of Lao Cai to the colourful Sunday Market at Bac Ha. This market also attracts a wide variety of ethnic minority groups including the Variegated Hmong, Dao, Phu La, La Chi and Tay. They still retain their old age cultural traditions and are recognisably distinct from each other by their dress. The experience of this congregation is colorful and unique. After the market we enjoy a walk around the area, visiting the Hmong King’s former residence and Ban Pho where the villagers make the potent local maize alcohol. (Breakfast)

The return journey begins as we depart Bac Ha Town and pass through the green and rugged mountain scenery to Hanoi. These back roads are a great way to explore the real Vietnam. We see very few other travelers, mostly rural dwellers who are just as interested in finding out about our lives as we are of theirs. The drive is very long, but we can make many stops at our pleasure, to stretch our legs and take some wonderful photographs. (Breakfast)

 

	Pax 2 Pax 3-4 Pax 5-8 Pax 9-10 Pax Vehicle 4 Seat 7 Seat 16 Seat 24 Seat
Prices(Valid until end of 31 Oct 2009) Group 2 Pax 3-4 Pax 5-8 Pax 9-10 Pax Sgl. Sup. 3 Star 345 278 188 165 60 4 Star 380 305 225 200 95 5 Star 428 350 267 238 145

1. Expert English speaking tour guides on day tours mentioned
2. Accommodation as indicated in program and daily breakfast
3. Transfers and transport as indicated in program
4. Join tours or private tours as indicated in program
5. Air ticket: Vietnam Airlines, economy class
6. Entrance fees during guided time
7. Meals as indicated on itinerary.
8. Letter of visa on arrival

1. International airfare and airport taxes.
2. Visa stamping fee upon arrival (25USD/ 1 person)
3. Meals not indicated on itinerary.
4. Travel insurance
5. Personal expenses (Tips, gratuities…)
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All cancellations must be received in writing, sent to us via fax or email. The following rules apply for cancellations:

More than twenty (20) days prior to departure:
20% of the deposit or 100 US$ for the administrative fee

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Complete forfeiture of deposit, due to hotel charges we incur for guest no-shows.

Children under 11 years are generally granted a reduction of 30% of the tour price, provided that they are accompanied by at least two full-paying adults and stay in the same room. An extra bed is fully charged as an adult.

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