Fansipan Summit Trek – 3 Days 4 Nights
Fansipan Summit Trek – 3 Days 4 Nights
3 Days Starting in Lào Cai, Vietnam and ending in Fansipan, Vietnam
Visiting: Sapa, Fansipan
Tour operator:
Tour code:
147966
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Age range:
10-
Tour operated in:
EnglishTrip Styles:
Adventure Tours, Camping, Small Group, Walking Hiking and Trekking
Interests:
Activities:
Tour Overview
Embark on an unforgettable adventure with the Fansipan Summit Trek – 3 Days 4 Nights tour in Vietnam. This exhilarating journey takes you from Hanoi to the picturesque town of Sapa, where you'll be guided by a knowledgeable local H'mong guide through the stunning Hoang Lien Son National Park. Conquer the Roof of Indo-China, Fansipan mountain, with a challenging trek that includes traversing terraced rice fields, primitive jungles, and bamboo forests. Enjoy cultural exchanges with hill-tribe communities and savor breathtaking views from the summit. With private transfers, comfortable accommodations, and all meals included, this tour promises an enriching and seamless experience.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Trekking In Sapa (L/D)
Location: Sapa
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Lunch, Dinner
Your trip starts with an overnight train journey from Hanoi to the border town of Lao Cai. Your tour guide will collect you in Hanoi and take you to the Hanoi train station for the night train which departs at 21.55. Night train: 4-soft sleeper, A/C and a shared cabin.
Meals: Not included
The train will arrive at Lao Cai train station at approximately 06:00. There will be a vehicle waiting to transfer you to Sapa. The drive to Sapa is only 33 km, but it takes around 1.5 hours. Once in Sapa, you will check into a hotel (early check-in subject to availability) and eat breakfast at the hotel restaurant. You are then free to enjoy exploring the town. You will commence your journey from Sapa, initially by car, to the hill tribe villages of Lao Chai, home to the H'mong ethnic minority community. As you walk on past the villages nestled in the valley below Sapa, you will meet some of the local minority people on their way to and from Sapa and have lunch at a local house. You will then trek through terraced rice fields from Lao Chai to Ta Van village of the Giay minority people. In the village, you will have the opportunity to share cultural experiences with the local families. You will return to Sapa Town by car in the late afternoon where you will have dinner and spend the night in the hotel.
Meals: Lunch, dinner
Day 2 : Climbing In Fansipan (B/L/D)
Location: Fansipan
Accommodation Name: camp
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After fueling up on breakfast at the hotel, you will start the trip to conquer the roof of Vietnam and Indochina: Fansipan Peak. At about 09.30, you will take a bus (17km) to Tram Ton Pass, the highest pass in Vietnam located at 2,100m above sea level. You can visit the Silver Waterfall en route. Enjoy the wonderful scenery and then begin the strenuous trek to the peak. After roughly 6 hours of trekking through the primitive jungles, across the numerous small streams and bamboo forests, you will have climbed to about 2,200m, the point at which you pitch your tent, have dinner and spend your first night on the mountain.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Day 3 : Fansipan Summit - Sapa - Hanoi (B/L)
Location: Sapa
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
You will have breakfast at the camp and then head for the summit by way of pine and yellow bamboo forests. After an arduous 4-hour climb, you will finally conquer the roof of Vietnam and Indochina. Spend up to one hour enjoying breathtaking views of the splendid rolling mountains, the small villages of Lai Chau Province and the picturesque town of Sapa. After you have lunch, you will descend the mountain to Sin Chai Village of the Black H'mong. You will then travel to Sapa for the night train back to Hanoi. Night train: 4-soft sleeper, A/C and shared cabin.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch
What's Included
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Private door-to-door pick-up-off services
Private door-to-door pick-up-off services are included in the tour.
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All private transfer and transportation
All private transfer and transportation are included in the tour.
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English-speaking guide
An English-speaking guide will be available as per the program.
What's Not Included
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Personal expenses, tips and gratuities
Personal expenses, tips, and gratuities are not included.
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Travel insurance, International flight and taxes
Travel insurance, international flight, and taxes are not included.
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Beverage
Beverages are not included.
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Other personal expenses
Other personal expenses such as drinks and souvenirs are not included.
Requirements
- Pack essentials, including light comfortable clothes suitable for outdoor activities, comfortable walking shoes. Take a small day pack for hiking and trekking.
- It is essential to bring your passport on this trip. We also recommend packing: insect repellent, sun cream, raincoat and sun hat.
Please Note
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Pack essentials, including light comfortable clothes suitable for outdoor activities, comfortable walking shoes. Take a small day pack for hiking and trekking.
- It is essential to bring your passport on this trip. We also recommend packing: insect repellent, sun cream, raincoat and sun hat.
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Mode of Transport
Transportation includes private door-to-door pick-up services, all private transfers, and an overnight train journey from Hanoi to Lao Cai with a 4-soft sleeper, A/C, and shared cabin.Accommodation
Accommodation includes hotels, homestays, and tents as mentioned in the itinerary, providing a mix of comfort and adventure during your trek.Check out our Q&As
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What kind of guide will be leading the Fansipan Summit Trek?
You will be led by a local H'mong guide whose knowledge and understanding of the different hill-tribe cultures will make for an unforgettable experience in Hoang Lien Son National Park.
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What is the starting point of the Fansipan Summit Trek?
The trip starts with an overnight train journey from Hanoi to the border town of Lao Cai.
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What kind of accommodation is provided during the trek?
Accommodation includes hotels, homestays, and tents as mentioned in the itinerary.
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What meals are included in the Fansipan Summit Trek?
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are included as mentioned in the itinerary.
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What should I pack for the Fansipan Summit Trek?
You should pack essentials including light comfortable clothes suitable for outdoor activities, comfortable walking shoes, a small day pack for hiking and trekking, your passport, insect repellent, sun cream, a raincoat, and a sun hat.
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Is the Fansipan Summit Trek wheelchair accessible?
No, the trek is not wheelchair accessible.
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What is the highest point reached during the Fansipan Summit Trek?
The highest point reached is the summit of Fansipan Peak, which is the roof of Vietnam and Indochina.
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What kind of transportation is used during the trek?
The trek includes private door-to-door pick-up and drop-off services, as well as private transfer and transportation.
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Are there any additional costs after booking the Fansipan Summit Trek?
No, there are no extra charges after confirmation.
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What is the difficulty level of the Fansipan Summit Trek?
The trek involves strenuous trekking through primitive jungles, across numerous small streams, and bamboo forests, indicating a high difficulty level.
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