Sapa in Depth 4D3N: Fansipan, Ta Phin, O Quy Ho Pass & Glass Bridge
What's included
- Accommodation as your package selection
- All transfers and transportation by air-conditioned vehicle
- English-speaking local guide
- Meals as mentioned in the itinerary (B = breakfast, L = lunch, D = dinner)
- Entrance fees as per itinerary
- Fansipan cable car round trip
- Daily drinking water during the tour
What's not included
- Meals not mentioned in the program
- Early check-in and late check-out
- Beverages and personal expenses
- Tips
- Others not mentioned in the itinerary
- Philippines travel tax: 1,620 PHP/person
Four days focused on Sapa: Fansipan Peak, Ma Tra and Ta Phin villages with a herbal bath, a walk through Lao Chai, Ta Van and Cat Cat, and the O Quy Ho Pass with the Glass Bridge and Silver Waterfall.
Itinerary Summary
- Day 1: Hanoi Arrival - Sapa transfer
- Day 2: Fansipan - Ma Tra - Ta Phin - Herbal Bath
- Day 3: Lao Chai - Ta Van - Cat Cat
- Day 4: O Quy Ho Pass - Lonely Tree - Glass Bridge - Silver Waterfall - Hanoi Transfer
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Frequently asked questions
Do I need to be fit to reach Fansipan Peak?
No climbing is needed. The round-trip cable car is included in this package. From the top cable car station it is roughly 600 steps to the 3,143 m summit marker, or you can ride the mountain train up to the summit. The mountain train ticket is optional and is sold before you board the cable car, so we recommend deciding before your Fansipan day. We can buy the e-ticket for you. The summit is often 10 to 15°C colder than Sapa town and can be windy, so bring a warm layer even in summer.
How hard is the Sapa village walk?
It is an easy to moderate walk on village paths and small trails between rice terraces, suitable for most travellers who can walk for 2 to 3 hours. Paths can be slippery after rain, so wear shoes with good grip. Your guide sets the pace for the group.
What is the Red Dao herbal bath?
It is a traditional bath of the Red Dao people, made by boiling dozens of local forest herbs. You soak in a wooden tub for about 15 to 20 minutes. It is relaxing after a day of walking. Skip it if you are pregnant or have heart or blood pressure problems.
Is the glass bridge on O Quy Ho Pass safe for children and older travellers?
Yes, the Rong May Glass Bridge is a managed attraction with safety rails, and visitors walk out on a glass platform high above the valley. It can be scary for people who fear heights, and you can stay at the viewpoint instead. Fog often covers the pass, so views change with the weather.
When is the best time to do this trip?
Northern Vietnam (Hanoi, Sapa, Ha Long Bay, Ninh Binh) is best from September to May. Winter (December to February) is cool, around 10 to 20°C in Hanoi and colder in Sapa. September and early October bring golden rice terraces in Sapa. Summer is hot and humid with some storms on the coast.
Is this a private tour?
The package price includes a private vehicle for groups of 8 or more travellers. Smaller groups can ask for a private tour and private vehicle at a separate price. Some legs on this route use shared transport, such as the transfer between Hanoi and Sapa (often a sleeper cabin bus or limousine). Your booking confirmation lists the transport for each day.
Are flights included?
No. This is a land package, so international and domestic flights are not included. The tour starts at Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) in Hanoi, where it also ends. Send us your flight times after booking so we can arrange your airport pick-up. If you need help booking flights, please contact us and our team will support you.
Do Filipino travellers need a visa for Vietnam?
No. Philippine passport holders can visit Vietnam visa-free for up to 21 days. Your passport should be valid for at least 6 months from your arrival date. Entry rules can change, so check the latest rules before you travel.
How much do children pay?
Children aged 5 to 11 and 3 to 4 have lower prices when they travel with 2 or more adults. Choose the child option on this page to see the price. Infants aged 0 to 2 travel free. Children from 12 years pay the adult price.
What is the cancellation policy?
Cancellation is free 35 days or more before arrival, except payment fees and paid deposits for issuing flight tickets. The fee is 25% from 35 to 20 days before arrival, 50% from 20 to 10 days, and 100% less than 10 days before arrival. See our terms of service for the full policy.
Will the guide take us to shopping stops, and do we have to tip?
We never take guests to commission shops. When the itinerary has free time for shopping, we suggest reputable places such as local markets and shopping malls. Tips are optional for groups of fewer than 10 travellers.
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