Sapa 3 Day 2 Night Tour Exploration – Cat Cat, Lao Chai & Ta Van Villages

115 $

Duration

3 Days 2 Nights

Tour Type

Packages Tour

Transports

Car

Overview Tour

Sapa 3 day is a highland paradise nestled in Vietnam’s northern mountains, offering travelers the perfect mix of breathtaking scenery, cultural immersion, and peaceful relaxation. This 3 day, 2 night Sapa adventure invites you to explore iconic hill tribe villages, terraced valleys, and waterfalls that define Vietnam’s northern charm.

Here are 8 reasons why this journey is unforgettable:

  1. Discover Sapa’s spectacular rice terraces and misty mountain landscapes.
  2. Trek through Cat Cat, Lao Chai, and Ta Van Villages, home to ethnic minorities like the H’mong and Dzay.
  3. Visit Cat Cat Waterfall and the old French hydroelectric power station.
  4. Experience authentic northern Vietnamese cuisine at local restaurants.
  5. Enjoy comfortable hotel accommodation right in Sapa Town.
  6. Travel from Hanoi in a modern sleeping or VIP cabin bus.
  7. Learn about H’mong, Dao, and Dzay traditional life with an experienced English-speaking guide.
  8. Relax with free time to shop and explore Sapa Market and Tow

Highlight

  • Trekking through ethnic minority villages: Cat Cat, Lao Chai, and Ta Van.
  • Scenic Muong Hoa Valley with endless terraced fields.
  • Authentic encounters with Black H’mong and Dzay people.
  • Visit Cat Cat waterfall and French hydroelectric station.
  • Two nights at a comfortable hotel in Sapa Town.
  • Northern-style meals included throughout the trip.
  • Professional local English-speaking guide.
  • Round-trip Hanoi–Sapa transfers by luxury bus.

Brief Itinerary

Day 1: Hanoi – Sapa – Cat Cat Village (L, D)
Day 2: Lao Chai – Ta Van Village (B, L, D)
Day 3: Sapa – Hanoi (B, L)

Detail Itinerary

Day 1: Hanoi – Sapa – Cat Cat Village (– / L / D)
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06:00 – 06:30 AM: The driver picks you up at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter. Depart for Sapa via the Hanoi – Lao Cai Expressway. After approximately 5 hours on the highway, you’ll arrive in Sapa – a picturesque resort town in the northern mountains.

13:00 – 13:30 PM: Arrive in Sapa. A transfer vehicle will pick you up at the bus station and take you to the local restaurant for lunch.

After lunch, check in to your hotel and rest before the afternoon activities.

14:00 – 14:30 PM: The tour guide will lead you on a walking journey to Cat Cat Village, home of the Black H’mong ethnic group.

Visit Cat Cat Waterfall and the old French hydroelectric power plant, built in the early 20th century. Learn about H’mong traditional crafts, customs, and village lifestyle while enjoying stunning valley views. Take time for photography and souvenir shopping.

Sapa 3 Day 2 Night Tour Exploration – Cat Cat, Lao Chai & Ta Van Villages

 

Evening:

18:00 – 18:30 PM: Dinner at the restaurant.

Overnight at your hotel in Sapa Town.

Day 2: Sapa – Lao Chai – Ta Van Village (B / L / D)
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07:00 AM: Breakfast at the restaurant.

08:00 – 08:30 AM: Meet your guide at the hotel and start trekking to Y Linh Ho Village, then continue along Muong Hoa Stream to Lao Chai Village, home to the Black H’mong minority. Admire vast terraced fields surrounded by the majestic Hoang Lien Son mountain range.

Sapa 3 Day 2 Night Tour Exploration – Cat Cat, Lao Chai & Ta Van Villages

Continue the trek through Ta Van Village, inhabited by the Dzay people. Observe daily village life, stilt houses, and farming activities.

11:30 – 12:00 PM: Enjoy lunch at a local house and take a short rest surrounded by rice terraces.

Continue the trek through Ta Van Village, inhabited by the Dzay people. Observe daily village life, stilt houses, and farming activities. 11:30 – 12:00 PM: Enjoy lunch at a local house and take a short rest surrounded by rice terraces.

13:30 – 14:00 PM: Return to your hotel in Sapa Town for relaxation.

18:00 PM: Dinner at a local restaurant. Overnight at your hotel in Sapa.

 

 

Day 3: Sapa – Hanoi (B / L / –)
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07:30 AM: Breakfast at the restaurant.

Free time to explore Sapa Town, visit local cafes, or shop at Sapa Market for souvenirs and handmade crafts.

13:30 – 14:00 PM: Return to your hotel in Sapa Town for relaxation. 18:00 PM: Dinner at a local restaurant. Overnight at your hotel in Sapa.

12:00 PM: Check out from the hotel.

Lunch at a local restaurant in Sapa.

Afternoon: Continue free exploration until departure.

15:30 PM: Depart Sapa by bus back to Hanoi.

22:00 – 22:30 PM: Arrive in Hanoi. The bus will drop you off at the bus stop.

End of tour. Hope to see you again on your next journey!

Inclusion

Round-trip transportation Hanoi – Sapa – Hanoi by sleeping bus or VIP cabin bus (no tour guide on bus).
2 nights at a hotel in Sapa (2–3 persons per room).
Meals as per itinerary: 2 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 2 dinners.
Local English-speaking guide in Sapa.
Entrance fees to Cat Cat Village, Lao Chai, and Ta Van Villages.

Exclusion

VAT (10%).
Drinks during meals.
Personal expenses, laundry, and additional services not mentioned above.

For Children

👶 Children under 5 years old: Free (parents handle all expenses, no separate seat). Each 2 adults may bring 1 free child; additional children are charged 75% of adult price.
👶 Children 5–8 years old: 75% of adult rate (own seat and meals, sharing bed with parents).
👶 Children 9 years old and above: Charged as adults.

Price

Tours Group Tour Single Supplement Private Tour
Price (USD/Person) 115 20 Contact Us

Travel Tips

  • Best travel period: March–May and September–November (cool weather, best rice terraces).
  • What to bring: Comfortable trekking shoes, warm jacket, raincoat, personal medicines.
  • Cultural etiquette: Ask before photographing locals and dress modestly when visiting villages.
  • Shopping: Sapa Market is ideal for local embroidery, handmade silver jewelry, and herbal products.

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115 $

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