Sapa tour: Conquer the roof of Indochina

Sapa tour: Conquer the roof of Indochina

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Sapa is "the meeting place between heaven and earth" with the most majestic natural scenery in the North. Coming to the foggy town of Sapa, visitors will enjoy the gentle golden sunshine, making the soul seem to want to soar. You will feel the typical climate of the highlands with 4 seasons in one day, and admire the beautiful natural scenery along with the culture of the indigenous people is something you cannot miss in Sapa. Explore with BDATrip through Sapa Tour 2 days 1 night: Conquer the roof of Indochina!

Introduction to the Tour to conquer the roof of Indochina

The tour to conquer the roof of Indochina is an adventurous travel journey, giving visitors the opportunity to conquer the majestic Fansipan peak, the highest in Vietnam and Indochina. This is a wonderful experience, helping visitors explore the majestic natural beauty of the Northwest mountains and forests, while exercising their health and spirit.

Tour to conquer the roof of Indochina, visitors will visit the beautiful town of Sapa, with beautiful small houses, ethnic minority villages, and endless terraced fields. Visitors will be trekking on zigzag trails, conquering high mountain peaks, and immersing themselves in the pristine nature of the Northwest mountains and forests. And finally, conquer Fansipan peak: This is the main activity of the tour, where visitors will stand on the highest peak in Vietnam, admiring the majestic natural scenery of the Northwest mountains and forests.

Experience the feeling of conquering the roof of Indochina
Experience the feeling of conquering the roof of Indochina

This is a great experience, helping visitors exercise their health and spirit, while affirming their bravery and will. Explore the majestic natural beauty of the Northwest mountains and forests, admire the beautiful natural landscapes of the Northwest mountains and forests, from immense terraced fields to majestic high peaks. Deeper understanding of the culture of ethnic minorities: Visitors will have the opportunity to learn about the culture of ethnic minorities living in the Northwest, such as the Mong, Dao, Tay, etc. .The tour to conquer the roof of Indochina is suitable for people with good health who love exploring nature and adventure. However, the tour can also be suitable for the elderly and children, if they can meet the health and fitness requirements.

Some details about the Roof of Indochina

Fansipan - Roof of Indochina
Fansipan - Roof of Indochina

Fansipan, also known as Fansipan, is the highest mountain in Vietnam and the highest among the three countries of Vietnam, Laos, and Cambodia. Fansipan is located in the center of Hoang Lien Son range, about 9 km southwest of Sa Pa town, Lao Cai province. Fansipan has an altitude of 3,143 m above sea level, known as the "roof of Indochina". This mountain was formed about 250 million years ago, as part of the Himalayan mountain range. Fansipan has a temperate climate, with an average annual temperature of about 15 degrees Celsius. This place has rich and diverse vegetation, with many rare tree species such as po mu, pine, bamboo,... This is a famous tourist destination of Vietnam. Every year, millions of tourists come here to explore the majestic beauty of nature and experience the feeling of conquering the highest mountain peak in Vietnam.

Fansipan has the majestic and wild beauty of the Northwest mountains and forests. This place has vast primeval forests, white waterfalls, clear blue lakes,... Standing on Fansipan peak, visitors can see the panoramic view of the romantic Sa Pa town and mountains. majestic Northwest forests, and vast clouds.

History of the Roof of Indochina

Fansipan is a high and dangerous mountain, so exploring Fansipan has been around for a long time. According to historical records, indigenous people in the Northwest region of Vietnam have known Fansipan for a long time and often travel on the mountain slopes to hunt, farm, and trade. In the 19th century, Western explorers became interested in Fansipan. In 1883, two French explorers, Francis Garnier and Charles Marie de Lacouperie, asked the French government to send an expedition to Mount Fansipan. However, this plan was canceled due to the war.

Fansipan Communal House has become a famous tourist destination in Vietnam
Fansipan Communal House has become a famous tourist destination in Vietnam

In 1893, a French expedition led by Francis Garnier reached an altitude of 3,043 m, only 100 m from Fansipan peak. However, they were unable to continue climbing to the top due to bad weather. In 1903, a French expedition led by Charles Mourier succeeded in conquering Fansipan peak. This is the first time Fansipan peak has been set foot on by humans.

Tourism history

After being conquered, Fansipan quickly became a famous tourist destination of Vietnam. Every year, millions of tourists come to Fansipan to explore the majestic beauty of nature and experience the feeling of conquering the highest mountain peak in Vietnam. Previously, tourists who wanted to conquer Fansipan peak had to walk or ride motorbikes following planned routes. Travel time from Sa Pa town to Fansipan peak is about 2-3 days. However, since 2016, Fansipan has had a modern cable car system, helping visitors to easily and safely conquer the highest mountain peak in Vietnam. Travel time by cable car from Sa Pa town to Fansipan peak is about 15 minutes. The construction of the cable car system has contributed to promoting the development of Fansipan tourism. Every year, the number of tourists coming to Fansipan increases significantly.

Some destinations when participating in the Tour to conquer the roof of Indochina

Ong Hoang Bay temple ceremony

Tourists come to offer incense at Ong Hoang Bay temple
Tourists come to offer incense at Ong Hoang Bay temple

This is a traditional festival of the people of Northwest Vietnam, taking place on the 17th day of the 7th lunar month every year. The festival aims to remember and pray for the blessing of Monsignor Hoang Bay, a deity revered by the people. Ong Hoang Bay Temple Festival originates from the story of a Muong ethnic mandarin named Nguyen Hoang Bay. He was a talented man, loved by the people. When he passed away, people built a temple to worship him in Bao Ha commune, Bao Yen district, Lao Cai province. Ong Hoang Bay Temple Festival is a festival imbued with the national cultural identity of the Northwest region of Vietnam. The festival is not only an opportunity for people to remember Monsignor Hoang Bay, but also an opportunity to pray for good weather, good harvests, and prosperity for the people.

Ham Rong mountain

Ham Rong Mountain - the most famous pearl mountain in the foggy city
Ham Rong Mountain - the most famous pearl mountain in the foggy city

Ham Rong Mountain is a very unique image created from natural cliffs forming the head of a dragon that has become the most attractive eco-tourism destination when coming to Sapa in winter.
Ham Rong mountain eco-tourism area in Sapa was built with 3 main areas called: Ham Rong flower garden, Thach Lam rock garden and Ham Rong peak. Tourists traveling to Sapa in the winter will have the opportunity to see the entire scene of Sapa town from above, extremely poetic, this place is also one of the places especially loved by photographers. because it is possible to capture the beautiful frame of Sapa town hidden in white clouds like a wonderland.

Sapa Stone Church

SaPa stone church is visited by many tourists
SaPa stone church is visited by many tourists

Sapa Stone Church is a famous architectural work of Vietnam, located in the center of Sa Pa town, Lao Cai province. The church was built in 1926 and inaugurated in 1935. The church has typical Gothic architecture, with a 20-meter high bell tower. The entire church is built of stone, with a bright red tile roof. The church facade is decorated with intricate floral motifs, with statues of the Virgin Mary, crosses, and reliefs. Inside the church is a large space, with rows of wooden chairs arranged symmetrically. The church has many large windows, allowing natural light to flood inside. Sapa Stone Church is an attractive tourist destination of Lao Cai province. Every year, thousands of tourists come here to visit and admire the beauty of the church.

Note:

  • You bring light, easy-to-move luggage.
  • Hotel check-in time: after 14:00 and check-out before 12:00.
  • When registering for the tour, please bring the original ID card/Passport or provide the exact full name, with each character on the ID card/Passport/Birth certificate (children under 14 years old) in order. : Surname/middle name/first name.
  • For foreign tourists, it is necessary to apply for a Vietnam visa before traveling to Vietnam.

Hopefully through the above article you will have more information about Sapa Tour: Conquering the roof of Indochina. Wishing you and your loved ones a memorable trip here.

Itinerary

DAY 01: HANOI - SAPA

  • 5h00:
    • BDATrip's car and tour guide will pick you up to depart for the Sapa tour.
    • The group visited the temple of Ong Hoang Bay.
  • 11:30: Arrive in Sapa, have lunch and check in at the hotel.
  • Afternoon: The group visits Ham Rong Mountain and Sapa Stone Church.
  • 18h30:
    • Guests have dinner at restaurant,
    • Visit SaPa love market (if on Saturday night).
    • You stay overnight at the hotel.

DAY 02: SAPA - CONQUERING FANSIPAN - HANOI

  • 06h30:
    • Customers eat breakfast at the hotel.
    • Then the group went to the cable car station and took the cable car to the top of Fansipan.
  • 11:30: Have lunch at the cable car station. Then the group got on the bus to return to Hanoi.
  • 17:30: Return to Hanoi, end of tour program. Thank you, best regards and see you again
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