Sunrise on the Northwest Highland
Tour at a glance:
During this trip, a number of places worth visiting are discovered by tourists. There is nothing quite like Moc Chau plateau, Dien Bien Phu Complex associated with a famous victory in Vietnam War and Sa Pa with a lot of interesting tourist sites. A brief tour to hill tribe villages will let tourists have more understanding of Vietnamese Culture
- Duration: 6 days/ 5 nights
- Transport: car, bicycle, jeep
- Destination: Hanoi – Moc Chau – Son La – Tuan Giao – Dien Bien – Lai Chau – Sapa – Hanoi
Itinerary in brief:
- Day 1: Hanoi – Moc Chau
- Day 2: Moc Chau – Son La – Tuan Giao
- Day 3: Tuan Giao – Dien Bien – Lai Chau
- Day 4: Lai Chau – Sapa
- Day 5: Sapa
- Day 6: Sapa – Hanoi
Itinerary in details:
Day 1: Hanoi – Moc Chau Plateau (-/L/D)
In the morning, tour guide and driver will pick you up at your hotel around 7:30 – 8:00 and transfer to Moc Chau. On the way, visit Hoa Binh Hydroelectricity station. Stop at the top of Cun pass for taking photos and enjoy the fresh air.
Visit Lac, Pom Coong villages in Mai Chau and continue to Moc Chau.
Overnight at hotel in The Moc Chau.
Day 2: Moc Chau – Son La – Tuan Giao – Cycling (B/L/D)
Leave Moc Chau for Son La. Arrival in Son La, visit the old French Prison and Son La Ethnological Museum.
Continue driving to Thuan Chau and stop to visit Local Market there and then cycling from Thuan Chau to the foot of Pha Din Pass. Ttake a car straight to Tuan Giao. Check in hotel upon arrival.
Overnight at hotel in Tuan Giao,
Day 3: Tuan Giao – Dien Bien – Lai Chau (B/L/D)
Depart for Dien Bien with stop for visiting hill tribes on the way. Arrival in Dien Bien, visit Dien Bien Phu Museum, Colonel Christian de Castries, Muong Thanh airport and Hill A1.
After visiting Dien Bien Phu historical site, take a car to Lai Chau.
Overnight at hotel in Lai Chau.
Day 4: Lai Chau – Sapa (B/L/D)
Depart for Sapa with stop for visiting Thai, Red Dzao, Flower H’Mong, and Suspension Bridge. Have lunch in Tam Duong. Visit Tram Ton Pass where enjoy the beautiful view of countryside and fresh air. Arrival in Sapa, check in hotel. Free at your leisure to explore Sapa town before dinner and accommodation.
Overnight at hotel in Sapa.
Day 5: Sapa – Cycling (B/L/D)
After having breakfast, cycling to Lao Chai and Ta Van villages where explore the daily life of Black H’Mong and Dzay people. Have lunch in the village and back to Sapa by jeep.
Overnight at hotel in Sapa.
Day 6: Sapa – Hanoi (B/L/-)
Transfer back to Hanoi after breakfast (400km). Enjoy the beautiful countryside along the way. Lunch en route. Drop off at your hotel upon arrival. Tour concluded.
Tour includes:
- Roundtrip transfer
- Hotel accommodation
- Full board meals
- Bicycle for cycling
- Tours and activities as stated above
- English speaking guide
- Entrance fees
Tour excludes:
- Travel insurance
- Extra food and beverages
- Phone and laundry
- Tips and personal expenses
Tour Notes:
- Please take your passport to check in hotel.
- Beware of your luggage and money
- Inform in advance if you are vegetarian.
- Take hat, raincoat, insect repellent, water, torch, good shoes for trekking and cash.
- All customers must obey the order of your tour guide for your safety.
- Passengers are advised not to take along big luggage for convenience.














