[1 DAY] Fansipan Hiking Tour From Sapa with Local Expert

Overview

Fansipan, the highest mountain in Vietnam and on the Indochina peninsula, is referred to as “the Roof of Indochina” and provides breathtaking views over southern China and northern Vietnam. Standing atop Fansipan Peak and gazing down at Sapa’s stunning landscape is an incredible experience.

Pushing yourself to the limit to reach the summit of the 3143-meter-high Fansipan mountain, this adventure gives you the chance to do so and take in the breathtaking scenery, ancient forest, varied flora, and blooms that bloom throughout the year.

1 day Fansipan hiking tour: ascend the highest mountain in the area with a qualified, fluent English-speaking guide to lead the way, providing you with peace of mind all along the way. About 7.75 miles (12 km) in each direction make up the entire distance (~24 km).

Fansipan Mountain Hike One Day Tour Highlight

    The highest mountain in Vietnam – Altitude: 3143m

    One of the most beautiful cloud/ sunset viewing places in Vietnam

    One of the mountains has rich and diverse vegetation

    Go through Golden Stream – the source of the first Love waterfall

    Visit the spiritual cultural complex on the top of Fansipan.

    Vegetarian food is available on request.

Departure & Return

This operator has two meet-up options available. You can either meet at the departure point below or select a location for pick-up.

Departure Time: 6:30 AM

Departure Point: Pick you up at your accommodation

Return: This activity will end right where it started.

What To Expect (1 day Fansipan hiking tour Itinerary)

Sapa – Tram Ton Pass – Fansipan – Tram Ton Pass – Sapa (~24 km = 10-12 hours)

The Fansipan is the highest peak mountain in the Indochina Peninsula with an elevation of 3143m. The 1 day of hiking is very hard and difficult, just for strong people. It takes 12,5 km/way x 2 ways (go and back) = 25 km, ~ 1400m height, a total of 10 – 12h trekking.

6h30: After you have an early breakfast in your hotel, we take a car to Tram Ton pass, located at 1900m above sea level and it is the place to start the interesting trek.

Ready for the first steps, you will discover the nature of the most interesting Hoang Lien Son range, cross bamboo forests, old trees, forests with colorful flowers, and nice streams…

12h00: Lunch on the way (camping site at 2800 m), we will arrive at the top about 12h/ 13h, you will get a lot of amazing views of Sapa town and Vietnam mountains, hunting unique pictures.

It is the scene of clouds and wind mixed with forest trees, clouds spreading all the way, giant rocks, deep holes or cliffs, The original red Azalea flower (Feb – April),…

14h00: Start down the mountain

You have 2 options:

• Trek back the same way to Tram Ton Pass to take the car back to Sapa town.
• You can take a cable car by yourself at the cable car station ( The cable car ticket is paid for by yourself). The feeling of conquering Fansipan by cable car is the poetic beauty looking from above.

16h30: Arrive in Sapa town, end of the tour.

Optional: At the end of the adventure, let’s have a happy ending, you can enjoy relaxing moments with indigenous herbal baths, foot baths and massages, and nice food by locals for good choices after hard trekking.

The Tour Will Include:

Local Guide with good English speaking, experience Free bottled water will be provided to help keep you hydrated Transport from hotel to start point (2 ways) Entrance fees are included in the price of the tour Lunch & Fruit throughout the journey 1,5 liter of water/person Certification & Medal

The Tour Will NOT Include:

Tips, personal expenses Cable car tickets

Additional information

    Confirmation will be received at the time of booking

    Not wheelchair accessible

    Near public transportation

    Not recommended for pregnant travelers

    Travelers should have a strong physical fitness level

    This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund

    This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

Cancellation Policy

    If you cancel at least 7 days in advance of the scheduled departure, there is no cancellation fee.

    If you cancel between 4 and 6 days in advance of the scheduled departure, there is a 50% cancellation fee.

    If you cancel within 3 days of the scheduled departure, there is a 100% cancellation fee.