SAPA - MOANA - FANSIPAN - CAT CAT VILLAGE - BAC HA MARKET 5 STARS

DAY 01: HANOI – NOI BAI – SAPA – MOANA (NO MEAL / LUNCH / DINNER)

06:20: Guests gather at the meeting point on Tran Quang Khai Street (pre-arranged before departure) to complete procedures and board the bus to Sapa via the Hanoi – Lao Cai Expressway. Normally, our bus travels via Hoang Quoc Viet, Hoa Binh Park, Thang Long Industrial Park, Noi Bai, and then joins the expressway. Therefore, pickup can be arranged along this route. Guests must register their pickup point in advance.

Note: If guests arrive at Noi Bai Airport on an early flight and check out before 07:45, we can arrange airport pickup. For guests arriving the night before and staying at hotels near Noi Bai (Dien Xa area), pickup will be at Noi Bai Airport Hotel lobby from 07:45–08:00.

13:00–13:30: Arrival in Sapa. Guests have lunch at the hotel, then check in and rest immediately if staying at Long Anh Hotel. For other hotel options, guests will rest for about 30 minutes before the afternoon sightseeing program.

Afternoon: The tour guide picks up guests for a walking tour to Moana Sapa, a site featuring man-made structures harmoniously blended with nature, creating a unique and beautiful landscape. Located 500m from the Stone Church, Moana spans over 10,000m² with panoramic views of the Hoang Lien Son mountain range and Fansipan peak. It includes seven highlights such as Bali Gate, Moana Statue, Infinity Lake, Golden Hand, Death Swing, Lonely Tree, and coffee area, attracting many young visitors for photo check-ins.

18:00: Dinner. Free evening at leisure. Guests may take photos at Sapa Stone Church, explore the Sapa Love Market (held on Saturday nights), or enjoy local grilled specialties with famous San Lung rice wine to warm up the cold weather. Overnight in Sapa.

DAY 02: SAPA – FANSIPAN – CAT CAT VILLAGE (BREAKFAST / LUNCH / DINNER)

07:00: Breakfast at the hotel. Relax and enjoy a hot cup of coffee at the restaurant.

08:00: Transfer to Fansipan Cable Car Station to begin the journey conquering Fansipan via the world’s most modern 3-rope cable car system, with cabins accommodating up to 30 passengers.

From the upper station, pass through Thanh Van Dac Lo Gate to enter the cloud paradise. Visit Bich Van Zen Monastery at over 2,000m altitude with traditional Vietnamese architecture. At around 3,000m, admire the 21.5m tall bronze Amitabha Buddha statue standing majestically in the clouds. Walk along the Arhat Path featuring 18 bronze Arhat statues, then visit the Kim Son Bao Thang Temple complex with ancient wooden Vietnamese temples from the 15th–16th centuries, including Quan Am Bodhisattva statue and Mountain God Shrine. Rhododendron trees hundreds of years old bloom in spring with vibrant colors.

Finally, after climbing 600 stone steps, reach Fansipan Peak at 3,143m – the Roof of Indochina, offering breathtaking panoramic views.

Lunch: Return to Sapa town and have lunch at a local restaurant.

Afternoon: Visit Cat Cat Village to explore the daily life of the H’Mong ethnic people and see Tien Sa Waterfall. Enjoy traditional cultural performances at the old hydroelectric station.

18:00: Dinner. Free evening. Guests may enjoy a Red Dao herbal bath (self-paid) for relaxation and recovery. Overnight in Sapa.

DAY 03: SAPA – BAC HA MARKET – HANOI (BREAKFAST / LUNCH / -)

06:30: Check out and have breakfast at the hotel.

07:00: Depart for Bac Ha. Bac Ha Market takes place every Sunday morning and gathers many ethnic groups such as H’Mong, Dao, Tay, Nung, La Chi, etc. It is a place for trade, cultural exchange, and social interaction. The market includes areas such as buffalo, cattle, goat, bird, and various goods zones, operating from around 7:00 AM to mid-afternoon.

10:00: Arrive at Bac Ha. Visit the market and experience the lively atmosphere while interacting and shopping with locals.

11:30: Lunch at a local restaurant. Guests may also try local specialties such as “Thang Co” with famous Bac Ha corn wine.

Afternoon: Visit Hoang A Tuong Palace (ancient mansion), then depart back to Lao Cai.

15:15: Depart for Hanoi via the Lao Cai Expressway.

19:00: First drop-off at Kim Anh Junction, where guests can take a taxi to Noi Bai Airport (3km), or pay an additional 50,000 VND/person for direct airport drop-off.

20:00: Arrive at Tran Quang Khai Street (Hanoi Old Quarter). Tour ends.

Important notes:

• If guests wish to return earlier or later due to flight schedules, please inform us in advance when booking for proper arrangements.
• During holidays and Tet, vehicles over 16 seats may be restricted in Sapa. Guests may need to walk with the guide or use taxis/motorbikes at their own expense. Fansipan transfers are still available. We appreciate your understanding.