The Shortest Challenging Route to The Roof of Indochina

Night 1:  Night train to Lao Cai.

Transfer from your hotel to Hanoi Railway Station for the night train to Lao Cai. Overnight in AC soft sleeper cabin.

Summary
Transfer hotel – railway station:  AC vehicle
Accommodation:   Soft sleeper in AC cabin

Day 1:  Lao Cai – Sapa Town

Arrive in Lao Cai around 5.30 am. We will take 1hr bus ride uphill to the beautiful town of Sapa. The ride give you a glimpse of the stunning vistas and impressive rice terraces. Upon arrival in Sapa Town we have breakfast in local restaurant. Free time for the rest of the day to explore the town.
Overnight in Sapa

Summary
Transfer Lao Cai – Sapa: 1 hr
Accommodation:  Hotel in Sapa
Activity:    Free at leisure
Meals:    Breakfast

Day 2: Sapa – Heavens Gate – 2900m

In the morning, we travel by car toward the Silver Waterfall where we will be able to take a short walk to the waterfall. We will then drive further to Heaven Gate, the highest peak of roads in Vietnam. From there we can see Fansipan, the highest peak of Indochina mountains as well as enjoy stunning view of the Binh Lu valley. The trek will be relatively soft until lunchtime. After a couple of hours of hiking, we will have a break at a nice spot in the forest and enjoy a good lunch. With new energy we start ascending as well as descending towards the campsite. En route we will have opportunity to enjoy the scenery and magnificent views to Sapa Area and beautiful landscape of Lai Chau province. We will arrive to the campsite at 2900m ASL in the late afternoon. Now it is time to relax and enjoy a well prepared dinner.

Summary
Trekking:   5 hrs/ascend 2,900 m from 1,600 m (Sapa)
Accommodation:  Camping
Meals:    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 3: 2900m – the top of Fansipan – Heavens Gate – Sapa – Night train back to Hanoi

After having breakfast, we climb to the top, where we can celebrate your victory. From there, you can enjoy the best view to beautiful sceneries. You will then trek through rainforest to go back to the campsite for lunch. After lunch, you start your journey back. You follow the trail as well as stone steeps built by Hoang Lien National Park until you meet your car, which is there to take you back to Sapa. In the afternoon you will arrive back in Sapa, where you can celebrate your achievement, taking shower and relax until transfer to Lao Cai Railway Station for the night train back to Hanoi.

Summary
Trekking:   7 hrs/ascend 3,143 m and back to Heaven Gate for the
transfer to Sapa
Accommodation:  Soft sleeper in AC cabin
Meals:    Breakfast, Lunch

Day 4: Back to Hanoi

Arrive in Hanoi early morning. Tour ends

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All Inclusive Tour Cost:

Note: Rates are valid until December 30th, 2011 by MinMax Travel Co., Ltd. All rates are quoted per person in U.S Dollars. Rates are net and inclusive of service charges and 10% VAT.

* At the time of quotation, MinMax Travel reserves the right to adjust prices to take account of unusual movements in currency markets, hotel and transport costs as a result of inflationary price pressures in oil and other commodity markets.
 
* If, at the time of booking, any HOTELS & HOME STAY are fully booked, we will endeavour to find accommodation of a similar standard elsewhere. If the only available accommodation is of a higher or lower standard, we will revise the price accordingly and consult you immediately.

 Tour Prices Inclusive:

* Sleeper cabin on train for two ways
* Twin shared room in Sapa
* Camping on the trek
* Transfer  two ways in Lao Cai
* Transfer one way in Hanoi
* English speaking guide
* Porters & Cook
* First-aid kit
* Meals as indicated in the itinerary
* Water & Snacks
* Entrance fees & sightseeing fees

Tour Prices Exclusive:

 * Travel insurance
* Visa
* Tips
* Personal expenses

Note: The price is subject to change according to each period of time. Please contact our travel consultants expert for the best price

WHAT TO BRING:
 
* Sun Block, Wide brim hat, Camera + Film, Comfortable shoes, Rain gear, Warm clothes, Insect, Repellentand Original Passport...

HOW TO START:

* MinMax Travel is a fully escorted tour and best-available all year round; the only thing you need to prepare in advance is the international air-ticket from/to your country.

* If you don’t have enough time to complete visa before your departure, we will help you to obtain Vietnam Visa on arrival easily (getting visa at the airport, on your arrival)