Sapa
Fully Guided 7 Day Hiking Tour
Fully Guided 7 Day Hiking Tour
Sapa
Departure Date | Tour | Duration | Price | Group size |
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Contact us for more information. Private groups are very welcome! | Sapa, Vietnam | 7 days 6 nights | From $AU1,690 | We can cater for groups from 4-12 people. |
7th March 2025 | Sapa, Hanoi and Cat Ba, Vietnam | 13 days, 12 nights | $AU2,950 | Maximum 7. 1 spot available |
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Frequently asked questions
The tour is 7 days and 6 nights and the cost is $AU1,690 per person, based on 10-12 in the group. For smaller groups, contact us for a quote.
We have a 13 day tour planned for 7th March 2025. This trip needs a minimum of 8 confirmed bookings to proceed. Please contact us if you are interested in this trip. This trip is $AU2,950 per person twin share. Single supplement is $500. See “What is the itinerary” below for the itinerary for this 13 day trip.
What is included
- All accommodation
- All breakfasts, 1 dinner
- Bus and limousine transfers to and from Hanoi to Sapa, and to and from Cat Ba
- Luggage storage while hiking
- Guides for the trip
What is not included
- Airfares to Hanoi and return
- Airport transfers
- all lunches and most dinners
- optional cablecar ride to Mt Fansipan
- Passport, visa (if applicable) and travel insurance
For guided trips the minimum group size is 8 guests, maximum is 12 guests plus the guide.
Smaller groups can be catered for on request, but the price is higher, as costs for guides and private transport need to be shared by fewer guests.
Itinerary for 7 day / 6 night trip
Day 1
- Meet at our hotel in Hanoi, in the old quarter, by 5.30pm. Tour briefing will be held at 6.00pm
- Hanoi is alive! Lots of options for meals and entertainment.
Day 2
- After breakfast we will do a 3 hour, 6km urban walk taking in some of the highlights of the French Quarter and the Old Quarter of Hanoi, including the Hanoi Hilton and the French Cathedral. PADS rating is 1.6
- After lunch we will board a bus for the 5 hour trip to Sapa
- Our accommodation is at a hotel in Sapa
Day 3
- After breakfast we head for a hiking tour of Silver Waterfall and surrounding areas. Rated Easy to Moderate
- Hiking in this area will be short and relatively easy. Views are stunning!
- Our accommodation is at a hotel or homestay in Sapa
Day 4
- After breakfast we hike from Sapa to Ta Van. The hike is about 13km and rating is Moderate
- Lunch at a local cafe
- Our accommodation is at Sapa Sisters homestay at Ta Van. Dorm style accomodation. Dinner and breakfast included.
Day 5
- After breakfast we hike from Ta Van to Ban Mo. The hike is about 13km and rating is Moderate
- Lunch at a local cafe
- At the end of the hike, our bus will take us back to Sapa
Accommodation at a hotel in Sapa
Day 6
- Today is a free day in Sapa
- Explore the town, take the cablecar to Mt Fansipan, or spoil yourself at one of the local spas
- At 5.00pm we take the bus from Sapa to Lo Cai. We’ll have time for dinner at Lo Cai before boarding the overnight sleeper train to Hanoi at about 9.00pm. Each sleeper accommodates 4 people. Twin share available for an extra charge
Day 7
- Our train arrives at Hanoi at about 6.00am
- Transfer to the airport by bus or taxi from Hanoi station, for your flight home, or extend your holiday in Vietnam.
Itinerary for 13 day / 12 night trip starting 7th March 2025
2025 Vietnam trip – itinerary 13 days, 12 nights
Day 1
Flight to Hanoi. Arrive Hanoi Airport, transit to Hotel,
and check in to Hotel.
Accommodation at Old Quarter, Hanoi
Airport transfer included – A21 Tours 16 seat private bus
Meals included – Nil
Day 2
Hanoi – explore the city in morning – city walk at 9.30am with guide ‘Sang’ meet at the main gate of Thang Long Water Puppetry
Late afternoon – 17:20pm Water Puppet show
Dinner in town…. Street food?
Accommodation at Old Quarter, Hanoi
Meals included – B
Day 3
Transfer to Sapa, luxury van at 8.30am (arrive afternoon). A21 Tours luxury limousine
Accommodation Sapa Centre
Meals included – B
Day 4
Luggage stored at hotel accommodation
Sapa hike day 1 with local guide included
Guide to meet us at Sapa Sisters office at 9.00am
Accommodation – homestay
Meals included – B,L,D
Day 5
Sapa hike day 2 with local guide included
Transport back to Sapa in afternoon
Accommodation – Sapa Centre
Meals included – B,L
Day 6
Sapa Mt Fansipan with local guide included (half day)
Transport back to Hanoi at about 2.30pm A21 Tours luxury limousine
Accommodation at Hotel, Old Quarter, Hanoi
Meals included – B,L
Day 7
Hop on hop off bus tour of Hanoi or bicycle tour
Accommodation at Hotel Old Quarter, Hanoi
Meals included – B
Day 8
Transfer to Cat Bai Island by coach. Depart 10.15am – A21 Tours
Arrive Cat Ba around lunch time. Explore local area and bars
Accommodation – Local Hotel
Meals included – B
Day 9
Cat Bai Island
Hike on the island, https://catbanationalpark.vn/cat-ba-national-park-6
Accommodation – Local Hotel
Meals included – B
Day 10
Cat Bai Island
Halong Bay cruising.
Accommodation – Local Hotel
Meals included – B
Day 11
Transfer back to Hanoi by coach A21 Tours, depart 12.30pm
Accommodation at Hotel Old Quarter, Hanoi
Local dinner
Meals included – B
Day 12
Free day – activity TBC in Vietnam (Hanoi Hilton – war museum?)
Accommodation at Hotel Old Quarter, Hanoi
Meals included – B
Day 13
Free day – activity TBC in Vietnam
Late check out from Hotel Sunline, if necessary due to later flight
Airport transfer
Depart Hanoi
Meals included – B
Bookings can be made online or manually. Click the ‘Book online’ button for online bookings. A deposit of $300 per person will secure your booking.
For manual bookings the bank details for the deposit are:
Home Comforts Hiking
BSB 932000
Account 500196069
Bookings can be made online or manually. Click the ‘Book online’ button for online bookings. The cost of the trip will be in $US. A deposit of $US300 will secure your booking. If less than 2 months before the start date of the trip, then payment in full will be required.
For manual bookings, I will send you a PayPal invoice. You do not need a PayPal account to make the payment. You just need a Visa or Mastercard to make the payment. Alternatively, you can pay in $AU through a money transfer company such as OFX or your bank, if it is cheaper. In that case use the bank details above.
Please see our full cancellation and refunds policy on the “Bookings” Page
The balance is due 2 months prior to the trip start date. If we cancel the trip due to Covid 19 travel restrictions, then we will refund your payment in full, or provide you with a credit to use on future hikes.
There are no refunds, due to cancellation by you, unless a replacement hiker is introduced by you (the person cancelling), to replace you. If a replacement is introduced in this manner, we will refund 75% of the total paid by you.
Overall the hike is rated moderate. There are some hilly sections to navigate, and some of the trails can be muddy. The routes chosen will be decided after consultation with the group, it can be easy, moderate or difficult, or a combination of these. We walk at a slow to moderate pace with plenty of breaks and opportunities to enjoy the sights, culture, villages, views, fauna and flora.
It is not compulsory to hike each day. If you prefer to have a rest day at any stage, this can be accommodated.
Our hike does not include Mt Fansipan, but you can visit the summit via a cablecar if you want during your free time.
The accommodation is excellent in Vietnam. We stay in 3 or 4-star hotels. The rooms are generous in size and all have their own bathroom. Note that bedding linen and towels are provided at every accommodation we stay at. While hiking we stay at a ‘Homestay’ which is quite basic. The hosts are very friendly and meals are provided.
- Breakfast is included each morning. Usually it is a mix of western and Vietmanese food.
- Lunch – Usually we can find a café on the trail to have some lunch. If no café is available, we will get some lunch from a general type store.
- There are many restaurants and cafes to choose from, located near our accommodations for dinner. Lunches and dinners are at your own cost.
- Snacks – please bring or purchase your own snacks and ensure you have sufficient water each day.
- On some hiking days in remote areas, meals will be provided
No, but luggage can be left in your room or at the hotel. You only need to carry a day pack while hiking.
- Small backpack with waterproof cover (for the hike)
- Shirts, pants, shorts, underwear, socks
- warm clothes during colder months (Nov-March)
- Sturdy waterproof hiking shoes – hiking pole(s)
- Rainproof jacket and trousers
- Cash and/or Debit/Credit Card (ATMs at Sapa and Hanoi)
- Passport, Visa (if applicable), Travel Insurance docs
- Phone and/or tablet, camera and chargers
- Toiletries and medication