Top Things to do in Lao Cai Province
Top 10 Rail Tours in Lao Cai Province, Lao Cai Province
Discover the best top things to do in Lao Cai Province, Vietnam including Hanoi city - Sapa town by train - Hanoi, 2-Days 3-Nights Sapa Trek with Night Train from Hanoi, 8 Days Package Tour Hanoi - Ha Long Bay - Sapa - Ninh Binh With 4* Accommodation, Vietnam Ecotour 16 days / 15 nights, 2 days AMAZING trekking Sapa from Hanoi with various options, 2-Day Biking and Trekking in Sapa from Hanoi, Private Overnight Sapa Village Experience from Hanoi, Sapa Easy Trek 2-day with Night Train and hotel from Hanoi, 3 Nights | Sapa Trek and Homestay with Round Trip Train Transfer from Hanoi, 2 days 3 nights for Conquering Fansipan Peak.
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1. Hanoi city - Sapa town by train - Hanoi
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
Day 01: 2* hotel room for day use in Hanoi city (free and easy time in Hanoi Old town) until 20h30 to be transferred by car to Hanoi train station, overnight in cozy train cabin to Lao Cai station - Sapa town Day 02: welcomed & picked-up by our guide and bus there to Sapa town. Trekking and sightseeing for whole day in Sapa and overnight in 3* hotel room in Sapa town center Day 03: Continue to have trekking and visiting: remote villages, forests, waterfalls, hills... until 20h00 to be transferred again to Lao Cai station for catching night train, overnight in train cabin back to Hanoi city. Day 04: arrival in Hanoi city at 05h00AM - the tour finishes.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Hotel room for day use in Hanoi city at first day, Transport from hotel to train station, English speaking guide, 3* Sapa Panorama hotel, Soft sleeper 04 berths train cabin, VIP 02 berths train cabin as options, All meals in tour as indicated: B = Breakfast, L = Lunch and D = Dinner, Taxes and Service Charges, Transportation in program
Exclusions: Visa Arrangements,, Beverages, Tips,, Personal Expenses,, All other services not clearly mentioned as include.
Reviewed By TsaiYmei8989
我們在越南從河內到Sapa度過了美好安全的旅程，品嚐了當地美味的料理，這都要感謝Simon細心的安排和服務。 他帶著我們在老城區富有當地特色的老餐廳品嚐了「蛋咖啡」「蛋啤酒」及其他當地人吃的美味路邊點心，了解當地的傳統，特色。除此之外，每當我們到一個新的飯店或景點，他都會發來訊息關切我們是不是得到了好的照顧，是不是他安排的行程都有確實做到，這讓我們感覺安心放鬆。 如果有想到越南旅行，我誠摯地推薦與Simon聯繫，讓他為您的行程助力。 We have great trip, delicious local foods and delicate service from Hanoi to Sapa thanks to Simon. He guides us to taste amazing “Egg coffee and Egg Beer “at an old local shop and also arrange safe trip, delicious local restaurant and great hotel at Sapa. Whatever the problem we met, he figure out as we call him.He take attention to every details such as we were really arrive on time, the room is ok etc.,I can said that he is a very nice and responsible person, really lucky to meet him. I do recommend that you can contact with him if you want to go Vietnam and stay at his hotel at French Quarter.
2. 2-Days 3-Nights Sapa Trek with Night Train from Hanoi
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
Start your trip to Sapa with the an exciting night train from Hanoi. Visit the colorful and charming ethnic villages of Sapa including, Y Linh Ho, Lao Chai, Ta Van and Cat Cat. This trip can be operated either as a joined group tour or a private tour.
Inclusions: Dinner, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Pickup from hotel to Hanoi train station, Tourist bus Lao Cai – Sapa – Lao Cai, Pick-up from Ta Van and Cat Cat, 1night at 3-star hotel in Sapa (double, twin, triple sharing), English speaking guide, Roundtrip train ticket Hanoi - Lao Cai - Hanoi, Air-conditioned vehicle
Exclusions: Insurance, VAT, Personal expenses, Drop off at hotel in Hanoi after tour, Drinks, Gratuities
Reviewed By DedreTrip
The park has some lovely trails that is also suitable for children to enjoy. The endangered animals are safely behind bars and the guide had some valuable information to share with us. The plants were lovely to enjoy, the hidden cave something truly special.
3. 8 Days Package Tour Hanoi - Ha Long Bay - Sapa - Ninh Binh With 4* Accommodation
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
Visit Ha Long Bay. Visit Ha Noi Old Quarter Cycle around Ninh Binh Visit Thien Canh Son Cave. Trekking in Lao Chai – Ta Van Visit Fansipan Mountain Kayak around fishing village. Visit Hoa Lu - Tam Coc Cave. Visit Vietnam Museum of Ethnology Take overnight on cruise in Ha Long Bay. Visit Hoa Lu - the ancient royal capital of Viet Nam.
Inclusions: 07 breakfasts, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Dinner, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Air-conditioned vehicle, All of the airport pick ups/drop offs are with private A/C., 6 lunches, 04 dinners, 02 Ways Cable car to Fansipan Mountain., 01 buffet dinner on Cruise in Ha Long Bay., Overnight at 4* hotel in Ha Noi, 01 night at Homestay in Sapa, Overnight on 4* Cruise in Ha Long Bay, All of the entrance fees as mentioned. , Transport and transfer as tour program., 01 night on train to Sapa, Fruits, candy, snack., Mineral water & tissue., Life jacket, raincoat.
Exclusions: Other services & meals than mentioned, Visa & international flights in and out the country, Tip, travel insurance
Reviewed By 602kathyw
I had a really great & fun time on this tour. I went on my own and while waiting for the bus to arrive to start our journey a couple of young Vietnamese girls took me under their wing by talking to me and kept it up all the way thru the tour. They were very friendly and delightful. Also Luong (Louis) was a lot of fun too. He was very friendly, professional. ejoyed a good joke or two and always made sure that I was fine and enjoying myself and all the activities that I did with the other tour members.
4. Vietnam Ecotour 16 days / 15 nights
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
Many nights at Ecolodge or with locals allowing you to lie in the middle of lush nature and enjoy the unforgettable atmosphere with very welcoming people. A real immersion to meet minority ethnic groups by participating in its daily activities such as making local products, cooking and discovering colorful traditional markets. Exploring a beautiful panoramic view of the picturesque and incredible landscapes of northern Vietnam off the beaten track. Sampan ride in the Van Long national reserve Visit the 3 major UNESCO sites: the marvelous Halong Bay, the imperial city of Hue, the pretty ancient city of Hoi An. Cruise on a traditional junk and overnight on board in the heart of the legendary Halong Bay. Escape to the heart of the Mekong, with authentic floating markets, through innumerable canals, green vegetable gardens.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, All Fees and Taxes
Exclusions: Drinks and meals not mentioned, tips for guides and drivers
Reviewed By MikeK1938
We were on a 16 day trip through Vietnam, Cambodia and Thailand organized by Realistic Asia and absolutely loved it! They organized all of the flights to Vietnam and then home from Thailand, as well as the internal flights. They also booked the hotels and the tours, although we did organize some additional tours ahead of time on our own for the leisure days. Each of the tours tended to be run by people local to the city being visited and each of the tour guides was very professional and very enjoyable. The itinerary was such that we started in Vietnam, beginning in Hanoi and then Hoi An, and Ho Chi Minh city, then to Siem Reap, Cambodia and finally ending in Phuket, Thailand. Each of the places was different and had things to admire and explore. Phuket was the beach place, although we found Hoi An had a great beach as well. We were very impressed and very happy with each and every hotel we were booked into. They were all very clean, nice and safe and had great staff. Would happily go back to stay at every one of them again. The travel agent who worked with us, David Huynh (Dat) was amazing! He was super responsive both before the trip when we had questions and during the trip when we were unsure about anything. We were on the leading edge of the Coronavirus pandemic and he actually noticed that our original flight to Vietnam was going through Seoul and we would have been forced to quarantine upon landing in Vietnam so he went ahead and changed our flights just days before we were to leave. We then got a notice that our flight home had been cancelled and that we needed to catch a flight home a day later. He went ahead and extended our hotel stay another night. We didn't even have to pay. We did not know what to expect when we booked the tour but after having gone we would enthusiastically recommend Realistic Asia and we would definitely go on another trip with them.
5. 2 days AMAZING trekking Sapa from Hanoi with various options
Overall Ratings
4.9 based on 32 reviews
## Basically, The itinerary looks like below: Day 1 : Arrive in Hanoi and Overnight train to Lao Cai + At 08:30pm, We pick u up from your hotel in Hanoi and take you to train station for overnight train around 10pm. Day 2 : Sapa - Muong Hoa Valley- Lao Chai Village - Ta Van Village - Overnight at hotel in Sapa + Pick u up by Car/Bus from Lao Cai station and take you to Sapa town for 45 mins driving. + U have BUFFET BREAKFAST + 9 am : Muong Hoa valley & Local villages +12:00: Lunch # 13:30: back to Hotel. Free time. Dinner .Overnight at hotel # Included: Breakfast , lunch , dinner Day 3 : Sapa - Cat Cat village - Overnight train back to Hanoi + Buffet Breakfast + 9am: Pick up for tour to Cat Cat village, great waterfalls & stream, traditional houses, local dancing show at the village. +12:00: Have lunch + 13:30: back to Hotel . Free time. Then dinner at hotel + 18:00: Car/Bus pick up for for train station # Included: Breakfast , lunch , dinner Day 4: Arrive at Hanoi. Tour ends.
Inclusions: Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Group trekking tour (Trekking to local villages, valley during 2 days tours), All transfer and transportation vehicle with air conditioning, 01 night at hotel in Sapa Town, English speaking tour guide, Meals as listed in the itinerary: (2 breakfasts,2 lunches, 2 dinners), Vegetarian food (on request), Pick up/drop off at train station to Hotel in Sapa and return by bus (not Private car) (If you book options with train), Pick up from Hotel in Hanoi to Hanoi station by private transfer (If you book options with train), Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation
Exclusions: Return train tickets: Hanoi - Lao Cai station - Hanoi (If u book options " hotels no train", Pick up/drop off at Lao Cai train station to Hotel in Sapa and return by Private car, Car and guide on free time, Private car/minivan or "Xe Om"" during trekking tour, Hotel in Hanoi, Other meals and drinks, Personal expenses, Travel insurance
Reviewed By markboyde41
We were contacted immediately after booking the trip and all communication was good. Guide collected us at 9.15am as arranged and was a nice Mhong girl. Unfortunately she spoke very little English and clearly knew nothing about anywhere she was taking us, or could not share any knowledge due to no English. Not her fault but clearly the fault of the tour operator not caring at all about our (my daughter and I) experience. I texted him pretty much straight away and he finally decided he could send another guide. By then we’d met another couple of people on a private trip whose guide was fantastic - great English, very knowledgeable about the area, the tribes and the villages. We paid her and joined the tour and had a great day. The tour operator lied to Aviator and said he had cancelled the tour due to bad weather. A lie designed to deflect any blame - pathetic. He refunded our money which is the only good thing I can say.
6. 2-Day Biking and Trekking in Sapa from Hanoi
Joining this tours, you will cycle to visit minority villages such as Ma Tra, Y Linh Ho, Ta Van, Ta Phin... ,witness the daily life of the Red Dao, Dzay, Black Hmong minorities and enjoy your free night in romantic Sapa town.
Inclusions: Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Dinner, Bike and helmet, Pick-up from Ta Van, Hotel (double/twin/triple), English speaking guide, All meals on tour (B, L, D), Pickup from hotel to Hanoi train station, Tourist bus Lao Cai – Sapa – Lao Cai, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Bottled water
Exclusions: Insurance, VAT, Drinks & tips, Personal expenses, Drop off at hotel after tour
Reviewed By M1369RNmartinv
We, a family or 4, booked a 3D4N trip to Sapa and Bac Ha with 1 night homestay and 1 night hotel. We booked at Sapa Trekking Homestay, which I believe is a part of travel agency Asia Group Tour with an office in Hanoi. The 2D Sapa trekking with homestay was a marvelous experience. Beautiful scenery, nice local guide and good food. The 3rd day to Bac Ha we did with another tour guide. The visit to the market in the morning was very good, however after lunch the guide went into "fast-forward" mode and problems started. He literally ran us through Ban Pho village and the Hoang A Tuong Palace. He did not explain anything and did not look very knowledgeable. There was no drinking green tea and talking with locals as described in the program. We rushed back to Lao Cai and were dropped at a restaurant next to the train station at 4pm while our train left only at 9pm. We were facing 5(!!) long waiting hours. The guide left us and we had to take care of ourselves and of our train tickets which caused some confusion in the restaurant because the staff was poor in English. Before he left us we kindly asked him for an explanation and he became annoyed and rude. Sapa is not to miss and the Bac Ha Sunday market is highly recommended, but there is no specific reason you shall book this trip through these guys. I did not see anybody from Sapa Homestay Trekking or Asia Group Tour in Sapa during the trip, all was contracted out to sub-suppliers - it´s pure business, no personal touch. This was the only trip we booked through their website in advance, before we arrived in Vietnam, which clearly was a mistake. We should have booked it at a good travel agency in Hanoi after we arrived in Hanoi, as we did with all of our other tours from Hanoi and Saigon. One more tip: book a higher-class hotel room in Sapa is you have the option. Hotel quality in Sapa is sub-standard and you will not regret the extra money you spend.
7. Private Overnight Sapa Village Experience from Hanoi
Enjoy this private overnight tour complete with train accommodations and English-speaking guides. See the sights of the Muong Hoa Valley including the Lao Chai and Ta Van villages.Get to know the Black H'mong people as your guide teaches you about their vastly rich history. Enjoy typical breakfast and lunch to heighten your experience before heading back to Hanoi.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Overnight Train (share 4-soft-sleeper cabin with air-condition), English-speaking guide, Bottled water, Landing and facility fees, Breakfast, Air-conditioned vehicle
Exclusions: Gratuities, Hotel drop-off, Dinner
Reviewed By Anilgolecha
We visited Cambodia & vietnam for 14 days.. It was really well organised.. From the start till end everything was very well organised. Since it was a budget trip the hotels which were booked was way better than we expected. Any queries jasmine always was there to solve it within few minutes. I would definitely recommend people to go with this agency. They are really good. Due to some mis communication there was some confusion in ho Chi Minh City and within no time we got back our refund.
8. Sapa Easy Trek 2-day with Night Train and hotel from Hanoi
With this tour, tourists will have chance to visit some villages of ethnic minorities in Sapa including Y Linh Ho, Lao Chai, Ta Van, Cat Cat. This trip can be operated either as a joining group tour to save money or private tour for more privacy.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, English speaking guide, All meals on tour (B, L, D), Pick-up from Ta Van and Cat Cat, Pickup from hotel to Hanoi train station, Tourist bus Lao Cai – Sapa – Lao Cai, Hotel accommodation in Sapa (double, twin, triple sharing), Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Bottled water
Exclusions: Drinks & tips, Insurance, VAT, Personal expenses, Drop off at hotel after tour, Surcharge for single supplement
Reviewed By M1369RNmartinv
We, a family or 4, booked a 3D4N trip to Sapa and Bac Ha with 1 night homestay and 1 night hotel. We booked at Sapa Trekking Homestay, which I believe is a part of travel agency Asia Group Tour with an office in Hanoi. The 2D Sapa trekking with homestay was a marvelous experience. Beautiful scenery, nice local guide and good food. The 3rd day to Bac Ha we did with another tour guide. The visit to the market in the morning was very good, however after lunch the guide went into "fast-forward" mode and problems started. He literally ran us through Ban Pho village and the Hoang A Tuong Palace. He did not explain anything and did not look very knowledgeable. There was no drinking green tea and talking with locals as described in the program. We rushed back to Lao Cai and were dropped at a restaurant next to the train station at 4pm while our train left only at 9pm. We were facing 5(!!) long waiting hours. The guide left us and we had to take care of ourselves and of our train tickets which caused some confusion in the restaurant because the staff was poor in English. Before he left us we kindly asked him for an explanation and he became annoyed and rude. Sapa is not to miss and the Bac Ha Sunday market is highly recommended, but there is no specific reason you shall book this trip through these guys. I did not see anybody from Sapa Homestay Trekking or Asia Group Tour in Sapa during the trip, all was contracted out to sub-suppliers - it´s pure business, no personal touch. This was the only trip we booked through their website in advance, before we arrived in Vietnam, which clearly was a mistake. We should have booked it at a good travel agency in Hanoi after we arrived in Hanoi, as we did with all of our other tours from Hanoi and Saigon. One more tip: book a higher-class hotel room in Sapa is you have the option. Hotel quality in Sapa is sub-standard and you will not regret the extra money you spend.
9. 3 Nights | Sapa Trek and Homestay with Round Trip Train Transfer from Hanoi
Make the journey round-trip from Hanoi to Sapa by overnight train and explore the region for two days with an experienced guide. Trek through the Muong Hoa valley in the Hoang Lien Son mountains to hill tribe villages of the Hmong, Zay and Red Zao people. You’ll experience traditional hospitality during a 1-night homestay in Ta Van village. Meals and transport included. - Get Sapa, Lao Cai by night train (both way) - Trekking tour with Experience local English speaking tour guide - Cultural exchange with the local people - Stay overnight in Homestay
Inclusions: Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Return overnight train basing on first class 4 bed shared cabin with air-con, Transfer from Lao Cai station to Sapa and back in shared mini bus with air-con, Sightseeing fee, tax and services charge., Local English speaking tour guide.
Exclusions: Meals not indicated on the itinerary. , Drinks and Personal expenses., What not mentioned clearly above
Reviewed By 141zache
We booked through one of the many travel agencies in Hanoi. Our first cruise was cancelled because of a corona virus scare, but Silversea Cruise honored our booking the next day. We were relieved and our tour guide Noi was very helpful, friendly and informative. The ship was beautiful and clean, our room was comfortable and clean and the staff was kind and professional. The trip had many great activities and was also very relaxing. We would do it again! Highly recommend.
10. 2 days 3 nights for Conquering Fansipan Peak
This tour is offered for anyone who like adventures. It is an enjoyable hiking with conquering the Roof of Indochina - Fansipan peak in Hoang Lien Son range and enjoying fully the emotion of the winner when you reach the top of the mountain at the height 3143m.
Inclusions: Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Full board meals, Tents and sleeping bags, English speaking guide, Transfer to Hanoi Train station, Porter (Carry the food, tent, sleeping bags), Transfer Lao Cai - Sapa - Lao Cai by shuttle bus, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Exclusions: Insurance, VAT, Drinks & tips, Personal expenses, Drop off at hotel after tour, Surcharge for single supplement
Reviewed By M1369RNmartinv
We, a family or 4, booked a 3D4N trip to Sapa and Bac Ha with 1 night homestay and 1 night hotel. We booked at Sapa Trekking Homestay, which I believe is a part of travel agency Asia Group Tour with an office in Hanoi. The 2D Sapa trekking with homestay was a marvelous experience. Beautiful scenery, nice local guide and good food. The 3rd day to Bac Ha we did with another tour guide. The visit to the market in the morning was very good, however after lunch the guide went into "fast-forward" mode and problems started. He literally ran us through Ban Pho village and the Hoang A Tuong Palace. He did not explain anything and did not look very knowledgeable. There was no drinking green tea and talking with locals as described in the program. We rushed back to Lao Cai and were dropped at a restaurant next to the train station at 4pm while our train left only at 9pm. We were facing 5(!!) long waiting hours. The guide left us and we had to take care of ourselves and of our train tickets which caused some confusion in the restaurant because the staff was poor in English. Before he left us we kindly asked him for an explanation and he became annoyed and rude. Sapa is not to miss and the Bac Ha Sunday market is highly recommended, but there is no specific reason you shall book this trip through these guys. I did not see anybody from Sapa Homestay Trekking or Asia Group Tour in Sapa during the trip, all was contracted out to sub-suppliers - it´s pure business, no personal touch. This was the only trip we booked through their website in advance, before we arrived in Vietnam, which clearly was a mistake. We should have booked it at a good travel agency in Hanoi after we arrived in Hanoi, as we did with all of our other tours from Hanoi and Saigon. One more tip: book a higher-class hotel room in Sapa is you have the option. Hotel quality in Sapa is sub-standard and you will not regret the extra money you spend.
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