Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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Not recommended for pregnant travelers
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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A moderate amount of hiking is involved
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Sunscreen, a hat, comfortable shoes and insect repellent is recommended
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A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Take a round-trip journey to northwest Vietnam by overnight train from Hanoi to Lao Cai and Sapa, where you’ll embark on two moderate treks past rice terraces and scenic mountain valleys to local villages. With an experienced private guide at your side, observe the daily lifestyle of the Black Hmong, Red Dao and Dzay people as you interact with villagers and gain insight into tribal traditions. Relax in the evening, with free time to explore the colorful market town of Sapa, including overnight accommodation at a 3 or 4-star hotel.
Highlights
4 days
Free Cancellation
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4 days
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Round-trip train fare from Hanoi including 2-nights' sleeper car accommodation
Professional guide
Transport by air-conditioned vehicle
Overnight accommodation in Sapa
Lunch
Dinner
Breakfast
Gratuities
Hanoi Hotel Drop off
Itinerary
Day 1
Day 2
Day 3
Day 4
Hanoi - Overnight train to Sapa
1 Stop
1
Hanoi Railway Station
This evening you will be picked up by our driver from your hotel located in Hanoi's Old Quarter (advised prior to departure), between 7.30pm-7pm. Say farewell to your local guide before you board the overnight sleeper train bound for Lao Cai (departing approximately 9.30pm, approximately 6 hours journey time). The train journey is unaccompanied, and you may be sharing with locals or other travellers
Take a round-trip journey to northwest Vietnam by overnight train from Hanoi to Lao Cai and Sapa, where you’ll embark on two moderate treks past rice terraces and scenic mountain valleys to local villages. With an experienced private guide at your side, observe the daily lifestyle of the Black Hmong, Red Dao and Dzay people as you interact with villagers and gain insight into tribal traditions. Relax in the evening, with free time to explore the colorful market town of Sapa, including overnight accommodation at a 3 or 4-star hotel.
Highlights
4 days
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
4 days
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Round-trip train fare from Hanoi including 2-nights' sleeper car accommodation