Vietnam Adventure North

Vietnam Adventure North - West  loop (7days/6nights)
Hanoi - Mai Chau - Son La - Dien Bien Phu - Lai Chau Plateau - Sa pa - Bac Ha
Day 1 Hanoi - Mai Chau (B,L,D)

We will depart from Hanoi for Mai Chau Valley, home of the Thai, Muong and H'mong ethnic minority people. Tonight we will be hosted by the local Thai ethnic people.
Day 2 Mai Chau - Son La Plateau (B)

We will drive 38km from Mai Chau to Sa Linh for a 2hrs trek through the hamlets of the H'Mong Ethnic people, then we will continue to Moc Chau plateau for lunch. Overnight in Son La.
Day 3 Son La - Dien Bien Phu basin (B)

 We will visit a former French prison before leaving Son La for Dien Bien Phu. En route we will take a break at the ethnic market of Thuan Chau before climbing over the Pha Din pass. Overnight at Dien Bien Phu basin.
Day 4 Dien Bien Phu - Phong Tho (B)

We will visit former French military sites, followed by the little valley town of Lai Chau. Overnight in Phong Tho.
Day 5 Phong Tho - Sapa home stay (B,L,D)

We will continue our trip to Sapa, arriving early so we can go for a trek before our overnight home stay with the Ziay ethnic minority people. Optional hotel accommodation is available.
Day 6 Sapa - Bac Ha (B )

Return to Sapa for lunch with a short time for exploring the town. Continue to Bac Ha for the night. The visit to the market is governed by the commencement day of the tour.
Today Breakfast included
Day 7 Bac Ha - Hanoi (B )

Visit to the really colorful market of the H'mong ethnic people, before departure to Hanoi.
Trip Price Included:

Accommodation in twin sharing basic room.
Meal as indicated in itinerary
Transfer and tour by private A/C car
English speaking guide/s (other languages upon requests)
Service charges, room tax and baggage handling
Entrance fees and permits during guided time
Trip Price Excluded:

Meals not mentioned in the itinerary
Personal insurance (Compulsory)
Expenditure of a personal nature, such as drinks, souvenirs, laundry