Trekking To Ethnic Minority Groups’ Cat Cat, Lao Chai, Ta Van Villages.

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2 Days/1 Night
Availability : Jan - Dec
Ha Noi
Sa Pa
Min Age : 6+
Max People : 20

Overview

Sapa is the name of a town, located in a remote mountainous area in the northwest of Vietnam belonging to Lao Cai Province about 330 km from Hanoi, close to the Chinese border.

Sapa is 1600 meters high above sea level. Sapa is very famous for its exquisiteness rugged mountainous landscape and cultural diversity. The landscape of Sapa is known to be so beautiful with its mountains, waterfalls, green forests, flowers and harmonious layout that it has been a constant source of poetic inspiration.

Overlooking a beautiful valley, with lofty mountains towering over the town on all sides, the spectacular scenery that surrounds Sapa includes cascading rice terraces that spill down the mountains like a patchwork quilt offering great opportunities for photos of a lifetime.

Sapa town is home to different ethnic tribal minority groups. There are five main ones in Sapa: Hmong, Dao, Tay, Giay, Xa Pho.

Sapa is highly recommended for travelers who plan to travel to Vietnam.

Hanoi – Sapa – Cat Cat, Y Linh Ho, Lao Chai, Ta Van – Hanoi

Day 1: Hanoi – Sapa – Cat Cat village (L)

Have breakfast and check out hotel

 At 7.30 am: Pick you up from your hotel lobby.

A car or limousine bus driver and a  tour guide will take you to Sapa town. On the way, you are seeing the beautiful scenery with mountains, valleys, rice fields and terraces.

13:00: Arrive Sapa town with colorfully traditional costumes of H’mong, Dzao, Tay ethnic minority peoples. Enjoy lunch with local Vietnamese local dishes. Hotel check-in procedures.

14:30: a scenic short walk to the gate of Cat Cat village which is home of Black H’mong ethnic people. It’s located near the bottom of a deep valley at the foot of Fansipan mountain peak. Our local tour guide will show you the daily life activities of the ethnic people there, trek down to the valley bottom to a waterfall where the French built a hydroelectric power plant, stop for photos at a nice bridge and the waterfall then you will walk up to a hill to get back to Sapa town with a very beautiful landscape in the late afternoon. 

17:00: Come back to the hotel. Overnight in Sapa. Dinner at your own expense

Day 2: Sapa – Trekking through Y Linh Ho, Lao Chai, Ta Van villages (B/L)

At 8.30 am: The tour guide and driver pick you up from your hotel lobby in Sapa. Start trekking. The first part is on the main road but we soon turn to the right and walk on a small path down the valley to Y Linh Ho village settled down by Muong Hoa river and from here, keep trekking to Lao Chai village of the Black H’mong people. The Black H’mong is one of the biggest ethnic minority groups in Sapa. They are proud of their custom and culture and keep their traditional way of living. They have their own language, wear traditional indigo black clothing. The H’mong peoples have recently changed their way of living  from a sifting style into a sedentary one. However we still see many traces of their past like rudimentary houses, stone-wall around homes.

Next, enjoy lunch with Vietnamese local dishes. After that, you continue trekking to Ta Van village about 1,5 km to visit Giay people. Giay is a small minority group which is nearly 40.000 people who live mainly in the mountains in the northwest of Vietnam. Some of their old customs have been lost because of the development but a lot of women still wear traditional shirts with purple, blue or green color. The Giay houses are built of wood and bamboo with a clay floor.

After visiting Ta Van, our tour guide and driver take you back to Hanoi. The tour ends in Hanoi about 8.30 pm.

INCLUSION

  •         2 lunches, 1 breakfast
  •         Accommodation: 1 night in 5-star Pao hotel in Sapa
  •         Entrance fees
  •         Car or limousine bus
  •         English speaking guide
  •         2 bottles of mineral water

EXCLUSION

  •         VAT
  •         Beverages
  •         Tips for tour guide & driver
  •         Personal expenses
  •         All services and items not mentioned specifically in the list above
  •         Surcharge on Vietnam public holidays

Note: Bring: Clothes, sunhat, trekking shoes, bug spray… 

CHILDREN POLICY

  • Child from 1 – 4 years old: FREE of charge for the 1st child traveling with 2 adults (sharing a seat on a limousine bus or car and a bed in room with parents). The 2nd child will be charged 75% of the adult rate with an extra bed.
  • Child from 5 – 8 years old: 75% of the adult rate
  • Child from 9 years old and older: 100% of the adult rate
FAQ

1. Do I need visa to visit Vietnam?

– Vietnam visa is compulsory for nationalities except for ASEAN countries, Japan, Korea. And citizens of Norway, Denmark, Sweden, Finland visiting Vietnam for up to 15 days are exempted from visas. Vietnam visa which is valid in 30 days, is issued by Vietnamese embassies or General Consulate abroad, or upon arrival to Vietnam international airports. It is not difficult to arrange visa on arrival to Vietnam. The entry visa will be stamped on your passport when you pass through our immigration checkpoint at the airport. In order to apply for Vietnam visa on arrival, please visit www.vietnamvisaprovider.com.

2. Can I get cash on my credit cards in Vietnam?

– Yes, you can. Cash advances on credit cards are available at the central Techcombank, Vietcombank in Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh city and other major ones, you will be charged about 4% for that.

3. Can I pay by credit cards?

– Booking a tour with Indochina Kite Travel is very easy for your payment which can be made by cash, paypal, wise transfer, telegraphic transfer or credit cards. Except for cash payment, a service charge will be applied. Any bank charges are levied by the sending bank relating to transfers to Indochina Kite Travel must be paid by clients. A surcharge of 3% will be applied for payment by credit cards.

4. How is the climate in Vietnam?

Vietnam climate is particularly complicated like some different countries in the world. Weather patterns have been changing over recent years. The climate of Vietnam is described in details as below:

Northern Vietnam climate:

– The Winter (December to March) can be surprisingly bitter for cold air sweeps from the south of China, persistent mist and temperatures as low as 7°C. Things start warming up again in April, which ushers in a good period, spring weather before summer heat begins in earnest in May, closely followed by the rainy season in June, July and August. This combination makes for hot, sticky weather which makes many people surprised. The temperatures can occasionally reach 42°C, average 30°C, while humidity hovers about 75-80%. The rain comes in heavy downpours, causing frequent flood in Hanoi and the delta. By September, the rains are petering out. The Autumn (September to December) is undoubtedly the most pleasant season. At this time of year, it’s generally cool, the average temperature is about 20°C to 22°C. From September to middle October, it’s perfect sightseeing weather.

Central coast Vietnam climate:

– The coastal region from Thanh Hoa province to Hue lies in the typhoon belt. Around Hue, typhoons are the most prevalent from April to June, while further north, the season generally lasts from July to November. However, typhoons are quite difficult to predict and it really is a matter of bad luck or luck, if you are caught. Flights are usually only disrupted for a matter of hours, but for recent years the main road and rail routes heading the south have been cut by floods at least once during the typhoon season. The good news is that they are recovered incredibly quickly within 2 to 3 days, depending on the level of severe damage.

The climate in the central region of Vietnam is notoriously wet, particularly around Hue, where the annual average rainfall is a generous 4m. The so-called ‘dry’ season lasts from February to May. After this, it gets hotter around 30°C to 32°C until the rainy season start in earnest in September, gradually easing off from November through January. The average temperatures in the Winter are pleasant from 18°C to 22°C.

Central highlands of Vietnam climate:

The rainy season in the central highlands commence from May to November. Roads are regularly washed out, but it is also quite nice at this time with tumbling rivers, beautiful waterfalls.

Southern Vietnam climate:

The southern Vietnam follows roughly the same weather pattern as the central highlands. It is blessed with a fair and predictable climate. The dry season lasts from December to May. The rainy season is the rest of a year. Most of the rains fall in brief afternoon downpours, so you can still enjoy outdoor activities, although flooding can be a problem in the southern delta. Daytime temperatures rarely fall below 22°C, occasionally reach 35°C in the hottest months (April to May). Humidity climbs to enervating 75%.

5. Do I need to have any vaccination to enter Vietnam?

No need to take vaccination before entering Vietnam. However, for safety reason and for your health guarantee you should be consulted by your doctor before you travel. Some travelers may take malaria vaccination. You should also bring insect repellent to avoid bitten by mosquitoes, bugs in some places.

6. What is your best recommended tour?

Our recommended tour is customized tour for Indochina Kite Travel will create the tour to meet your personal demands, interests and budget. What you need is sending us your travel inquiry at  https://www.indochinakitetravel.com and your private travel consultant at Indochina Kite Travel will work out a perfect tour itinerary for you.

7. How are current exchange rates for Vietnamese money?

Travelling in Vietnam, you can easily look for a bank to exchange money. However, the rates may be slightly different. We advise you to check the rates here: http://vietcombank.com.vn

8. Can tourists drive a car in Vietnam?

Yes, you can. But you must have a proper driving license. However, driving a car in Vietnam is very difficult due to bad traffic. We advise you rent a car and a driver if you expect to go somewhere.

9. Can tourists travel freely in Vietnam?

Yes, you can. But there are some restricted areas close by the border like Meo Vac, Dong Van in Ha Giang province, Ban Gioc waterfall… You have to apply for permission before visiting that. It is the best way to book a tour package at https://www.indochinakitetravel.com

10. I am an American. Will I face with any hostility because of Vietnam war?

The Vietnamese welcome people from all countries and races. The war is the past and it’s not your mistake. What the Vietnamese care is how to live in peace in order to have a better life at present and in the future.

11. What is the attitude towards drug in Vietnam?

Vietnamese law is very strict. All types of drugs are strictly forbidden. Don’t risk to sell or use that under any circumstances.

12. Are there internet facilities in Vietnam?

Yes, a lot. Vietnam has witnessed a surge in internet use for recent years.  Now it has more users than other countries in Southest Asia. Internet facilities are available at all hotels, restaurants… during your Vietnam vacation.

13. Can I buy antiques in Vietnam?

Yes, you can. But they must be good quality ones because exporting a artifact with cultural significance needs an official license. Without a license, anything old is confiscated at the airport

14. Can I bargain when I buy something in Vietnam?

Yes, bargaining need to be done at local markets, open shops but not at supermarkets, shopping centers, minimarts. Bargaining depends on what products you are going to buy, so the best ways is asking your tour guide to be more convenient.

15. What happens if I am a vegetarian or a vegan?

No problems, but share with us that before you start the tours. It is possible for us to order vegetarian or vegan meals for you. Vietnam is very well-known for good food, it is easy to serve you that at your taste.