Cao Son is the most stunning part of Lao Cai province. The wonder of Cao Son is ever inspirational with mild weather, authentic culture of local hill tribes.

Day 1

Train

Ha Noi - Lao Cai

20:00 pm - Pick up at your hotel in Hanoi and transfer to Hanoi railway station for boarding the Express Train to Lao cai.

Overnight in an air-conditioned soft sleeper wooden cabin (4pax/cabin or 2pax/cabin on request).

Day 2

Trekking

Lao Cai - Cao Son - Sapa (B, L, D)

Arrive at Lao cai railway station. Welcome by your local guide and driver.

Enjoy a cozy breakfast at the restaurant. After few minutes resting, the driver will take you to Muong Khuong district, via tea plantation and forest of pine. You might encounter Giay tribe in their traditional dress in Ban Lau or Thanh Binh. Reaching Cao Son about 10.am, enjoy the excitement of this weekly market. The shining dress of colorful Hmong girls attracts you much as you fall down to a new world , a world of interest and fun.

Picnic lunch is served after the visit to Ngai Phong Cho village - the habitat of Flower Hmong tribe.

Afternoon, you will be impressed by the magnificent landscapes of Chay river and lofty mountain ranges en route Cao Son - Coc Ly.

Arriving Coc Ly, a boat trip is on offer to visit the awesome Fairy cave and charmingly - located village of Tay tribe.

Finally, the car take you back to Lao Cai city then heading to Sapa to spend overnight.

Day 3

Trekking

Sapa retreat (B, L, D)

Am: you are free to discover the enchanting of this colonial town by visiting the ancient church, the central market.

Lunch is served in a the local restaurant.

Pm: after check-out of the hotel, our guide will pick you up to lead you to Cat Cat village to experience some strange customs of Black Hmong tribe, you also have a nice time to enjoy the conversation with local people there.

Afterward, walking downhill to the waterfall, relax and unwind then walking uphill to the hotel.

Stay at leisure until the bus come to take you back to Lao Cai train station.

Dinner at the restaurant before taking the night train returning to Hanoi. End your trip.

End of Cao Son market day tour

TOUR PRICE:

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2 pax 4 pax 8 pax >8 pax
3 star hotel  N/A 339 293 255

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4 star hotel N/A 358 312 275

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5 star hotel  N/A 414 367 331

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Tour included:

  • Pick ups, transfer & sightseeing as per program by A/c private Russian jeep or minibus
  • Full meals as per the tour program (B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner)
  • English speaking guide
  • Entrance fees
  • Boat trip on Chay river
  • Train tickets: Hanoi – Laocai – Hanoi (soft sleeper with air-conditioning)
  • Accommodation at the hotel basic on double or twin sharing

Tour excluded:

  • Travel insurance
  • Single supplement, beverages, personal expenses
  • Other services not mentioned clearly above

Children Policy:

  • Children from 0 – under 5 years old: FOC
  • Children from 5 – under 10 years old: 75% of adult fare
  • Children from 10 years old : 100% of adult fare
  • Two adults can accompany up to 2 children under 10 years old, the third child is charged 100% of the fare.

Remark:

  • Please be informed that the quotation does not imply or constitute availability.
  • In case if the hotel listed is unavailable, other similar class hotel shall be provided.
  • Compulsory Gala Dinner may be applied during Christmas Eve and New Year Eve.

 Cancellation Policy:

  • All cancellation must be made in writing
  • Any cancellation at 30 Days prior to arrival date: No charge
  • Any cancellation between 29 Days – 15 Days prior to arrival date: 50% of tour fare charge
  • Any cancellation between 14 Days – 3 Days prior to arrival date: 75% of tour fare charge
  • Any cancellation less than 3 Days : 100% of tour fare charge
  • As mentioned on particular booking and depends on each period