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Climbing Fansipan is the most appealing and adventurous tourist attraction in Viet Nam because you can really enjoy nature there,” said Le Hong Quang from Ha Noi, who has climbed the mountain several times.
Fansipan is Vietnam's highest peak located in the far north just outside of Sapa. Fansipan a very steep mountain that gets a lot of moisture. Those looking to climb it should be in good shape and prepared to to have muddy wet feet The scenery is incredible remember to bring a camera. For most of Vietnam having a rain coat is a little excessive because it is so warm. On the mountain having a rain coat is not a bad idea especially at night. The trails around Sapa are a lot of fun. You will get the chance to go through some minority vilages if you have the time to explore. The people in Sapa are extremely nice. Be aware of the children on the street, before you know it you will have hats and bracelets and rugs all over you. Explore the restraunts that are not on the main strip, you will get great food at a fraction of the cost. Hanoi beer is available in local restraunts for around 30 cents a liter. Down from Hotel in Sapa there is a little old man that serves plum wine and plays board games, I suggest paying him a visit. The food there is great!
Increasing numbers of travellers, foreign and domestic, are seeking to conquer Mt Fansipan, the highest peak in Viet Nam, popularly known as the “Roof of Indochina”.
Fansipan adventure as sample First night on train from Hanoi to SapaYou will be pick-up at your hotel in Hanoi at around 19:45 to go to Hanoi Station for the night train to Sapa. At 6:00 the next morning, our driver receives you to transfer to Sapa.
Day 1: Sapa – 2,200 m of altitudeJeep to silver waterfall, Tram Ton pass - from this highest pass in Vietnam, starts the strenuous climb to the peak. 8 hours through primitive forest, many small streams and bamboo forests…reach the top of 2,200m, make tents, and prepare for dinner. This is the 1st night for travelers, guide and porters to seat friendly close to each others beside the fire to enjoy the tasty moment that all have once in the life of experience.
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Day 2: 2,200 m – Fansipan – 2,200mA hard climb heads up to the top the summit. At the top you will be the vanquisher. Take your time to enjoy yourself, take pictures and your lunch then descend the same way or take another way to go down to the foot of the mountain and take a jeep back to Sapa.
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Day 3: 2,200 - Sapa - Hanoi ( overnight on train)Take another way to go down to the foot of the mountain and take a jeep back to Sapa then transfer to lao Cai railway station to Hanoi, overnight on train
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Tour cost per person: 120 USD , for your booking:
sales@allvietnamtravels.com or visit the website:
www.vietnamhomestay.net Packing list * Warm clothes
* Gloves & socks
* Trekking shoes
* Trekking baggage
* Hat
* Your neccessary medicines
* Charcoal bag if you have
* Sleeping bag if you have a better one
* Torch
* First Aid bandage
Price inclusive * Breakfast and overnight at base camp
* Pick-ups and transfers by private air-conditioned vehicle as specified in the itinerary above (Please note: pick-ups will be by a guide and driver or, where a guide is not necessary, a driver only. All unaccompanied drivers will be briefed in advance, and will carry a mobile phone to ensure smooth transfer arrangements)
* The services of experienced English-speaking guides as indicated in the itinerary
* The service of Hmong porters
* Where necessary, entry fees for all visits as mentioned in the programme.
* Lunches and dinners (as specified in the itinerary)
* Roundtrip train ticket Hanoi - Lao Cai - Sapa first class, soft sleeper train 4 person compartment
* Day use room in Sapa
* VAT and other taxes
* Insurance.
Price exclusive * International flight tickets and airport tax.
* Visas
* Dinners, except as specified above.
* Drinks, gratuities and personal expenses.
* Camera fees (if any)
* Tips fees
Fansipan travel tips: Equipment that you should bring
The only thing you should bring yourself is a pair of good walking-boots, or another kind of solid foot-wear. You should have tried them out beforehand, and know that you can walk in them all through the day !
Recommended equipment :
* 2 pairs of thick socks ( for use in the walking-boots)
* Sandals or light footwear ( for use in the evening )
* Sun-cream (with a high factor ; 10-20 )
* Mosquito repellent
* Hat or cap, with a shade
* Bathing suit
* Medicine for your own use (fever, bad stomach etc.)
* 1 warm jacket (fleece-jacket etc.,- for the evenings)
* 1 sweat-shirt
* 1-2 pair of long trousers (loose,- for your comfort)
* 1 pair of short trousers ( for warm days)
* 2 –3 shirts, or T-shirts
* Socks (for use in the evenings, and against mosquitoes)
* Underwear (for the women : also a Bra !)
* Towel
* Toilet requisites
NB : The personal baggage you bring on the trek, should not exceed approx. 10-12 kg, and should preferably be packed in ordinary plastic-bags that fit easily into the soft, barrel-shaped, watertight Blue bag. This bag will only contain your baggage and your sleeping-bag
All your personal baggage in the Blue bag will be carried by the porters. You shall only carry a small rucksack with the things you need during the day (camera, water-bottle etc.)
Equipment we supply : * Sleeping bag
* Sheet sleeping bag (silk)
* Sleeping mats
* Rucksack
* Waterproof Blue bag (for your baggage)
* Plastic rain coat
* Torch / flashlight
* Water-bottle
* Water-filters (to purify drinking-water)
* Cooking-gear
* Plates, cups, forks, knives, spoons, and chop-sticks
* Tents (incl. Mosquito-net)
* First-aid kit
Tour Cost excludes:Airport taxes; Visas; travel insurance; tips; personal expenses, emergency transfers.
