Non Touristy Sapa 4 Day Trek is operated in the non-touristy region where local hill-tribal peoples and life is not effected yet by modern commercial life and mass tourism. Hill-tribal peoples met along trekking are from four ethnic groups…
Overview
Non Touristy Sapa 4 Day Trek is operated in the non-touristy region where local hill-tribal peoples and life is not effected yet by modern commercial life and mass tourism. Hill-tribal peoples met along trekking are from four ethnic groups, they are White H’mong, Red Zao, Zay and Ha Nhi who maintain well traditional way of life and their strong and unique cultures. The northern Vietnam trekking trip is rated at medium level which offers opportunities to contact local peoples, to experience local life for deep understanding of interesting cultures, customs and ways of life.
Private-guided walking holidays
Golden Trail Travel Hiking Vietnam specializes in tailor-making trekking and hiking vacations in Vietnam. We offer the widest selection of day walks, jungle trekking, mountain climb, trekking home-stay, camping and wild life discovery in the northern Vietnam. With a dedicated team of senior travel consultants, hiking tour specialists, experienced English-speaking tour leaders, local H’mong, Thai, Tay guides, cooks, porters we can design any trekking, hiking, walking option for any age and budget.
The itinerary above is only a sample that can be further customized to better fit your personal requirements. Just follow it or contact us for designing your own adventure.
Day 1: Hanoi – Lao Cai – Sapa.
Board the coach and leave the center of Hanoi at 7.00AM. The road trip from Hanoi along the new highway to Lao Cai takes 6 hours plus 2 breaks along the way. Arrive in Sapa town at about 13.00. Have lunch (own arrangement), then explore Sapa town by yourself. Free dinner. Overnight in Sapa at hotel**.
Day 2: Sapa – Nam Pung.
Transfer 25km along the motorway from Sa Pa to Ta Giang Phinh. Start trekking from the small hamlet of the Black H’mong in Ta Giang Phinh Valley(1,998m), follow the village path for an hour to get through the eastern edge of the stunning valley to Suoi Thau hamlet, then turn to a narrow dirt trail winding along the little stream. Keep hiking for half an hour before getting gradually uphill, through natural rain forest. Reach the top of the trail(1,276m) after about one hour. Then walk downhill to Khi Chu Phin Village of the Red Zao People(1,213m). Lunch break. After lunch there are about 20 minutes walking downhill. Make a stop to visit a small hamlet of the Ha Nhi(1,193m). Then trekking about 2 hours along another narrow track sneaking along a spring to get through the fascinating valley of Nam Pung. Arriving to Nam Pung Commune(995m) in mid afternoon. Check in home-stay. The rest time of the day is at leisure. Dinner served at home-stay with local dishes.
Day 3: Nam Pung – Sang Ma Sao.
Breakfast. Depart at 8.30am for full day trekking to explore the two beautiful Sapa valleys – Pieng Lao and Sang Ma Sao. From home-stay(995m), trek along the dirt trail sneaking uphill(1,042) to get through some small hamlets of the Red Zao in Phin Ho and Ta Le Villages(782m). Then the hike gets down to the bottom of the valley(656m). Cross the stream. Enjoy easy walk for an hour along large village path to explore Pieng Lao Valley of the Zay and H’mong peoples. Arriving to a hamlet of the Red Zao at noon(709m). Lunch break. Walking along paved path for an hour to explore the large village of Ki Quan San(812m). Turn to a narrow dirt trail to get downhill gradually. After about an hour walking on steep hill side among lush and green plantations you reach the bottom of Sang Ma Sao Valley(782). From here the trail runs along the stream, through impressive terraced fields. Check in home-stay. Dinner served at about 7.00pm at home-stay.
Day 4: Sang Ma Sao – Lao Cai – Hanoi.
Leave the homestay at 8.30am. The trek gets around the beautiful Den Sang Valley. Follow the dirt path from home-stay. Trek uphill for two hours on high elevation of Khu Chu Phin Mountain(from 679m to 968m). The hike offers great panorama of Den Sang Valley. Then the trek goes downhill to Den Sang Stream(765m) which sneaks through the valley. Have picnic lunch by the stream. Trek along a narrow dirt trail for half an hour. Visit a hamlet of the Red Zao. The rest of the trek becomes easier as you walk along a large path which winds mostly downhill. Arrival at our base at about 4.30pm. Picked up and brought to Lao Cai City. Take the night train or public bus to Hanoi. End of tour
HOTELS
Homestay
Economy 2*+ Hotels
Superior 3* Hotels
First Class 4* Hotels
Deluxe 5* Hotels
Luxury 5*++ Hotels
Notes:
*All prices are based on per adult, in Double/Twin sharing
Surcharge will be applied for single traveler or single room request
Important Notes:
HOTELS, PROGRAMS & SCHEDULES SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE
GUIDE/LEADER:
English speaking guide. French , Germany , Spanish, Italian, Russian speaking guide can be arranged with on request.
What’s included
English speaking Trekking guide ( other languages upon requests)
Accommodations are based on double/ twin occupancy
Private Eco homestay village based on size of group
Meals details in itineraries ( 13 breakfast, 14lunches, 13 dinners)
Van or bus transfer And supported and carry luggage to homestay each day.
Sightseeing excursions as outlined itineraries
First aid kit
Cold water box, small fresh towel.
Mineral water for drinking
Permission paper entrance to visit frontier region or restricted areas
Support crew to supply picnic lunches and water on trekking day, prepare breakfast, lunch and dinner in trekking.
Local trekking guide
What is not included
International airfare
Travel insurance
Items of personal nature
Alcoholic beverages and soft drinks in meals
Mineral water beyond that supplied
Optional excursions
Additional transport required due to any emergency situation
Personal expenses such as telephone, laundry bills.
Visa fee
Departure tax
Tip for team and guide
The following brings are essential suggested for trekking days only:
Backpack specialized for trekking.
Trekking shoes (extra light sandal suggested).
Light and comfortable trousers (02 pcs)
Cotton long sleeve: (01pc for each day)
Long socks (01 pair for each day)
Water proof jacket: 01
Pullover: 01
Coat to keep warm at night and waypoint: 01
Durable flash light.
Hat, Sun glasses and other manddatory
Camera (compact camera is suggested)