Journey away from the crowds and homestay a traditional Giay’s home. Learn and participate in village life and truly feel the warmth and hospitality of local people.

Night 1. Hanoi – Lao Cai
8PM. Car pick-up from your Hotel to transfer to the Hanoi train station to catch the night train to Lao Cai. The train is comfortable with air-con and soft berth.

Day 1: Lao Cai – Sapa. (B, L)
5AM. Arrive to Lao Cai town, the border town with China. A  car will take you up hill through the stunning cloudy mountains to Sapa town – 30km from Lao Cai. After breakfast, Start your trek down to Lao Chai Village of the Black H’Mong Ethnic Minority. The trails lead you to a beautiful river curving along the scenic valley. Picnic lunch will be prepared on the way by your tour guide. Further trek to Ta Van where you will visit and enjoy a unique home stay experience with the Giay family.

Day 2: Sapa – Lao Cai. (B, L)
Breakfast and farewell with the hospitable family. The trekking route today offers some challenge as you balance on the rice terraces and a small trails on the steep mountainside. Visit some local families and schools on the way with a picnic lunch.
Jeep pick up to transfer back to Sapa where you have some more time for shopping and exploring the town. Car transfer to Lao Cai for the night train to Ha Noi.

Night 3: Lao Cai – Hanoi.
5AM. Train arrives to Hanoi.

Validity until 31 December 2012 (US$/Pax)

Inclusions: Meals as mentioned in the itinerary: Vietnamese food and Asian food basic; Private transfer with air-con; Night train Hanoi – Lao Cai – Hanoi; English speaking guide (other languages on request); home-stay accommodation; All entrance and sightseeing fees; All taxes and service charges
Exclusions: Drinks; Insurance; Personal expenses; Tipping / Gratuities; Surcharge on special days ; Any other services not clearly mentioned above

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