Explore the Best of Hanoi & Sapa

Welcome to your holiday with Your Vietnam Travel!

Upon arrival at the airport, after completing all immigration and customs procedures, please proceed to the arrival hall where your driver will be waiting, holding a Your Vietnam Travel signboard with your name on it.

After collecting your luggage, meet your driver at the lobby and transfer directly to Sapa (approximately 5–6 hours by shared Dcar Limousine or Sleeping Dcar).

Upon arrival in Sapa, check in to your hotel and take some time to rest.

The rest of the day is free for you to explore the charming Sapa Town, visit the local market, or simply relax and enjoy the mountain atmosphere.

Overnight in Sapa

• Hotel check-in time: 14:00 | Check-out time: 12:00. Early check-in is subject to room availability upon arrival.

Distance: ~9 km | (~ 15-20 mins by car) 

OPTIONAL: Muong Hoa Mountain Train (if you don't want to transfer by car) - Surcharge is available at your request

A more unique option is the Muong Hoa Mountain Train, running directly from Sun Plaza in Sapa town center to the cable car station.

Distance: ~2 km

Duration: ~6 minutes

Highlights: Spectacular views of the Muong Hoa Valley and terraced rice fields.

Our guide and driver will meet you at the hotel lobby and transfer you to the cable car station — either by van/coach or via funicular through the scenic Muong Hoa Valley.

• Take the cable car ride to Fansipan Peak — the highest mountain in Indochina (3,143 meters above sea level). The cable car journey takes about 15 minutes, followed by a 600-step climb to reach the summit.
• Alternatively, you may choose to take the funicular to the peak (extra fee: USD 5/pax).
• From the top of Fansipan, enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of the Hoang Lien Son mountain range, the wild forest landscape, and the Muong Hoa Valley below.

If you choose to walk down, you can stop and visit several highlights along the way, including:

• Bao An Zen Monastery
• Bich Van Zen Monastery
• The massive copper Buddha statue and Guanyin statue

(Note: If taking the funicular down, a short staircase is still required.)

Lunch will be served at a local restaurant near the cable car station/ or at the center of Sapa Town.

Afterward, transfer back to your hotel. In the afternoon, free time for you 

• Enjoy a scenic ride on the Muong Hoa Mountain Train, offering panoramic views of misty valleys, lush hillsides, and Sapa Town below. Stop at Sun Plaza, an architectural gem where you can relax, sip a cup of coffee, and admire the cloud-covered Fansipan range.
• Explore Sapa Local Market, where ethnic minorities sell their handmade goods, fresh produce, and colorful fabrics.

Overnight in Sapa

After breakfast, start your day at 9:00 AM with a scenic trek to Moana Check-in Point, one of Sapa’s most popular photo spots. From here, enjoy sweeping views of Fansipan Peak and Muong Hoa Valley, surrounded by terraced rice fields and floating clouds. Take memorable photos at iconic landmarks such as the Bali Gate, Infinity Pool, Moana Girl Statue, Golden Hand, Swing, and Lonely Tree, or relax at the Panoramic Café overlooking the valley.

Continue your journey to Cat Cat Village, located about 3 km from Sapa Town at the foot of Fansipan Mountain. This charming village is home to the Black H’mong ethnic people, known for their rich traditions and handwoven textiles. Your local guide will introduce you to their daily life and traditional crafts as you walk through narrow paths, see wooden houses, and visit the French-built Hydro Power Station and Cat Cat Waterfall.

In the afternoon, depart for Hanoi by Dcar Limousine or Sleeping Dcar, enjoying the scenic drive through winding mountain roads and lush countryside.

Arrive in Hanoi around 20.30 and check in to your hotel and enjoy dinner on your own

Morning – Discover the Spirit of Hanoi

• Trấn Quốc Pagoda – The oldest pagoda in Hanoi, peacefully set on West Lake. A perfect spot to feel Vietnam’s spiritual side and capture iconic photos.
• Ho Chi Minh Complex – Visit the resting place of Vietnam’s beloved leader at Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, stroll around Presidential Palace, and explore Ho Chi Minh’s Stilt House and One Pillar Pagoda – a unique symbol of Hanoi.

Lunch at Local Restaurant – Taste authentic Vietnamese cuisine.

Afternoon – Step Back in Time

• Thăng Long Imperial Citadel – A UNESCO World Heritage Site that reveals over a thousand years of Vietnamese history and royal legacy.
• Hoan Kiem Lake & Ngoc Son Temple – The beating heart of Hanoi, surrounded by legends and local life. Perfect for an afternoon stroll and photos.
• Train Street Café Experience – Enjoy coffee just inches away from the passing train — a uniquely Hanoi thrill you can’t find anywhere else!
• Explore Hanoi Old Quarter – Wander through narrow streets filled with vibrant shops, street food, and the energy of local life.

Depending on your flight schedule, enjoy some free time in the morning for last-minute shopping or a short city walk before your transfer to the airport for your onward flight.

Your memorable 5-day Hanoi - Sapa journey comes to an end.

We hope you’ve had an incredible time discovering the beauty, culture, and warmth of Vietnam — and we look forward to welcoming you back again!