MOUNTAIN GETAWAY AT TOPAS ECOLODGE
2 DAYS 1 NIGHT
Reference: HENP2
Activity: Mountain Getaway
Grade: Easy
Duration: 2 days and 1 night – it’s possible to extend with one or more nights.
Overview
Do you want to visit the quiet and remote Vietnamese mountains for
relaxation and are you short in time? Then this is the package for you!
Your journey from Hanoi to Sapa is by the new Topas Mountain Express.
The 10 seats limousine has luxurious modern interior design with wood
and leather, spacious and soft chairs, offers you a comfortable journey
for the 5-5:30 hours transfer.
Itinerary
Day 1: From Red River Delta to the mountain retreat of Topas Ecolodge (-,-,-)
From 6:30 - 7:00 AM, the Topas Mountain Express will pick you up at your
hotel before departing Hanoi for a 5 hours transfer to the town of
Sapa. From Sapa town you will enjoy another 40 minutes transfer to
Topas Ecolodge on the mountain road running along the picturesque Muong
Hoa valley and enormous Hoang Lien Mountain Range. The rest of the day
is at your leisure and you can book an excursion to the surrounding
villages. You will spend the night in your own private bungalow with a
view of the valley and dotted mountain surroundings.
Day 2: Topas Ecolodge – Sapa - Hanoi (B,-,-)
The morning is at your leisure at Topas Ecolodge. You can either relax
or borrow free of charge mountain bikes from the lodge for an
exploration to the neighboring villages. You can also take a scheduled
shuttle bus to Sapa to visit the town. At 14:00, Topas Mountain Express
departs from Topas Ecolodge, pick you up if you are in Sapa town, and
return you to your hotel in Hanoi.
Please note:
- If you wish to stay longer in Topas Ecolodge to enjoy fresh air, there is a surcharge of USD50/person/1 night extra
- Topas Mountain Express can only pick up and return passengers at hotels in Hanoi’s Old Quarter
Price: USD190/person - based on double occupancy. (There will be a single supplement of USD65/person if you are travelling alone)
This package includes:
+ 1 night at Topas Ecolodge (twin shared Deluxe bungalow)
+ Indicated meals (B = breakfast, L = lunch, D = dinner)*
+ Transfer by Topas Mountain Express bus Hanoi – Sapa – Topas Ecolodge – Sapa – Hanoi
*Other meals at Topas Ecolodge are recommended to be booked in advance.
If you would like to stay in our Executive bungalows, at surcharge of USD20/night, please request this when booking.
TOPAS ECOLODGE HIKING PACKAGE
3 DAYS 2 NIGHTS
Reference: HENPT3
Activity: Hiking
Grade: Easy
Duration: 3 days and 2 nights – it’s possible to extend with one or more nights.
Summary
Day 1: Take Topas Mountain Express to Sapa. Hike to Topas Ecolodge.
Day 2: Explore the remote Red Dao village of Nam Cang and hike to the surrounding mountains.
Day 3: Relax at Topas Ecolodge or visit Sapa town. Transfer by Topas Mountain Express to Hanoi.
Itinerary
Day 1: Comfortable drive to Sapa and hike to Topas Ecolodge (-,-,-)
From 6:30 - 7:00 AM, you will commence from your hotel with Topas
Mountain Express for a 5 hours transfer to the mountain town of Sapa.
After having lunch in Sapa town at your own expense, you will have a
transfer to the trekking point near Hau Thao village. Trekking is the
best activity to enjoy the beautiful nature and get in touch with the
unique culture of Sapa. The 2.5 hour trek today is on the trails running
through a pure and beautiful mountainous area, home to Black H’mong
minority. Some parts of the trek are a little bit challenging with steep
ascents, but as compensation, you will enjoy the breathtaking views of
towering mountains and paddling rice terraces valleys. You will visit
the two villages of Hang Da and Hau Chu Ngai and be charmed by the
unmixed culture of the Black H’mong minority, who has special skills in
making agricultural tools, wooden furniture, musical instruments and
jewelry. They are also famous for their hemp production and indigo
dying.
You then have another short transfer to the remote hilltop located Topas
Ecolodge. After checking in your bungalow, you will enjoy the beautiful
and peaceful view of the surrounding mountains and valleys from your
private balcony.
Day 2: Explore the most remote land of Sapa (B,L,-)
The Red Dao village of Nam Cang is 20km from Topas Ecolodge. At 8:45 AM,
you have a drive to the village, enjoying the picturesque views of
peaky mountains, endless rice terraces, waterfalls and Hill tribes’
villages on the way. Nam Cang village locates at the far end of the
road. The Red Dao women wear some of the most colorful and diverse
costumes of all Vietnam’s ethnic groups. Herbal bath, local medicine and
embroidery are some of the things that the Red Dao are very skilled at.
Accompanied by your guide, you will explore around the village and
learn how the local villagers make writing paper, jewelry and
embroidery. You then have your lunch at the Nam Cang Riverside Lodge,
enjoying the peaceful life on the banks of river.
In the afternoon you can choose to relax at lodge, make more visits to
the village, take a swim in the river or join a trek to explore the
beautiful surrounding nature. The 3 hour moderate trek starts with an
ascent to a small Blue H’mong village, but from here it is mostly
straight and downhill with a beautiful view to the high mountains,
waterfalls and the deep valley. In the mid afternoon you will have a
transfer back to Topas Ecolodge/ Sapa town.
Day 3: Leaving the mountain and back to Hanoi (B,-,-)
The morning is at your leisure at Topas Ecolodge. You can either relax
or borrow free of charge mountain bikes from the lodge for an
exploration to the neighboring villages. You can also take a scheduled
shuttle bus to Sapa to visit the town. At 14:00, Topas Mountain Express
departs from Topas Ecolodge, pick you up if you are in Sapa town, and
return you to your hotel in Hanoi.
Please note: Topas Mountain Express can only pick up and return passengers at hotels in Hanoi’s Old Quarter.
Price: USD320/person - based on double occupancy. (There will be a single supplement of USD120/person if you are travelling alone)
This package includes:
+ English speaking guide during shared excursions*
+ 2 night at Topas Ecolodge (twin shared Deluxe bungalow)
+ Indicated meals (B = breakfast, L = lunch, D = dinner)**
+ Mineral water and snack during walking trips
+ Transfer by Topas Mountain Express bus Hanoi – Sapa – Topas Ecolodge – Sapa – Hanoi
+ All other indicated transportation
+ All entrance fees to the indicated places
* The excursions are based on sharing group of maximum 10 travelers
**Other meals at Topas Ecolodge are recommended to be booked in advance.
If you would like to stay in our Executive bungalows, at surcharge of USD20/night, please request this when booking.
TOPAS ECOLODGE HIKING & MARKET VISITING PACKAGE
3 DAYS 2 NIGHTS
Reference: HENPM3
Activity: Hiking, Market visiting
Grade: Easy
Duration: 3 days and 2nights – it’s possible to extend with one or more nights.
Overview
The markets are always the colorful meeting places for the hill tribes
of Vietnam. Minorities come down from the mountains to sell their
produce. Sometimes it is a long hike for the tribes to come to sell or
exchange their goods. Others may simply come in order to catch up on the
latest news or gossips. With the various tribes in their colorful
traditional dress, the smell of exotic herbs and spices, abundant rice
wine and food stalls - you can be assured that market day in Vietnam is
truly an unforgettable experience.
Summary
Day 1 (Friday): Take Topas Mountain Express via the mountain town of Sapa to Topas Ecolodge.
Day 2 (Saturday): Explore the remote area dominated by the Red Dao minority.
Day 3 (Sunday): Visit Bac Ha market. Transfer by Topas Mountain Express to Hanoi.
Itinerary
Day 1 (Friday): Comfortable drive via Sapa to Topas Ecolodge (-,-,-)
From 6:30 - 7:00 AM, you will commence from your hotel with Topas
Mountain Express for a 5 hours transfer to the mountain town of Sapa.
You then continue the ride to the remote hilltop located Topas Ecolodge.
After checking in your bungalow, you will enjoy the beautiful and
peaceful view of the surrounding mountains and valleys from your private
balcony.
Day 2 (Saturday): Explore the most remote land of Sapa (B,L,-)
The Red Dao village of Nam Cang is 20km from Topas Ecolodge. At 8:45 AM,
you have a drive to the village, enjoying the picturesque views of
peaky mountains, endless rice terraces, waterfalls and Hill tribes’
villages on the way. Nam Cang village locates at the far end of the
road. The Red Dao women wear some of the most colorful and diverse
costumes of all Vietnam’s ethnic groups. Herbal bath, local medicine and
embroidery are some of the things that the Red Dao are very skilled at.
Accompanied by your guide, you will explore around the village and
learn how the local villagers make writing paper, jewelry and
embroidery.
You then have your lunch at the Nam Cang Riverside Lodge, enjoying the
peaceful life on the banks of river. In the afternoon you can choose to
relax at lodge, make more visits to the village, take a swim in the
river or join a trek to explore the beautiful surrounding nature. The 3
hour moderate trek starts with an ascent to a small Blue H’mong village,
but from here it is mostly straight and downhill with a beautiful view
to the high mountains, waterfalls and the deep valley. In the mid
afternoon you will have a transfer back to Topas Ecolodge/ Sapa town.
Day 3 (Sunday): Visit Bac Ha minority market. Take Topas Mountain Express to Hanoi (B,L,-)
At 6:30, you will commence the market tour from Topas Ecolodge by a
transfer to Bac Ha, which is 70 kms Northeast of Lao Cai. Bac Ha is the
largest market in the area, situated inside the small town of Bac Ha. On
every Sunday mornings, it is literally a riot of color as many
different ethnic groups such as the Flower H’mong, Phu La, Black Dao,
Tay and Nung minorities gather to trade.
After spending the whole morning exploring the market, you will have a
transfer to a nearby minority village, where you will enjoy lunch in a
local house which is well prepared by your friendly hosts.
After lunch, you drive downhill for about half an hour to visit Trung Do
village. The beautiful village, located by the Chay river, is inhabited
by Tay minortiy. Hereafter you will get on a motor-boat and have a
cruise to Bao Nhai, experiencing the picturesque scenes on the river
banks, if the Chay river’s water level is high enough, or continue to
visit another of many interesting minority villages. Your vehicle then
picks you up for the journey to Lao Cai, where you continue the drive
with Topas Mountain Express back to Hanoi.
Please note: Topas Mountain Express can only pick up and return passengers at hotels/ residence in Hanoi’s Old Quarter.
Price: USD340/person - based on double occupancy. (There will be a single supplement of USD120/person if you are travelling alone)
This package includes:
- English speaking guide during shared excursions*
2 nights at Topas Ecolodge (twin shared Deluxe bungalow) • Indicated meals (B = breakfast, L = lunch, D = dinner)**
- Transfer by Topas Mountain Express bus Hanoi – Sapa – Topas Ecolodge – Sapa – Hanoi
- Mineral water and snack during excursions
- All entrance fees to the indicated places
* The excursions are based on sharing group of maximum 10 travelers
**Other meals at Topas Ecolodge are recommended to be booked in advance.
If you would like to stay in our Executive bungalows, at surcharge of USD20/night, please request this when booking.
TOPAS ECOLODGE BIKING PACKAGE
2 DAYS 1 NIGHT
Reference: HENPB2
Activity: Mountain Biking
Grade: Easy
Duration: 2 days and 1 night – it’s possible to extend with one or more nights.
Summary
Day 1: Take Topas Mountain Express to the mountain town of Sapa. Biking to Topas Ecolodge.
Day 2: Ride to the Red Dao village of Lech. Transfer by Topas Mountain Express to Hanoi.
Itinerary
Day 1: Comfortable drive to Sapa and take a biking tour to Topas Ecolodge (-,-,-)
From 6:30 - 7:00 AM, you will commence from your hotel with Topas
Mountain Express for a 5 hours transfer to the mountain town of Sapa.
You will have lunch at a local restaurant at your own expense. You will
then get on your bike and start descending into the Sapa valley,
observing the fantastic scenery of mountains and rice paddy fields along
the way. You will have opportunities to get off the road and visit the
Black H’mong village and be charmed by the unmixed culture of the Black
H’mong minority, who has special skills in making agricultural tools,
wooden furniture, musical instruments and jewelry. They are also famous
for their hemp production and indigo dying. You then continue the ride
to the remote hilltop located Topas Ecolodge. After checking in your
bungalow, you will enjoy the beautiful and peaceful view of the
surrounding mountains and valleys from your private balcony.
Approximately: 3 hours biking/ 23km/elevation up 180m/ down900 m
Day 2: Biking to Lech Dao village. Take Topas Mountain Express to Hanoi (B,-,-)
After enjoying your breakfast, you will start the cycling trip by
following the main road for three kilometers to Lech village of the Red
Dao minority, observing the magnificent valley view on the way. Here you
will leave your bikes and take a short walk on dirt road to visit a
traditional Red Dao family, where you experience the culture of the
minority villagers who are living peacefully the same way of life as
their ancestors. Back at the parking place, you will take a further ride
to the new Lech village, where you will take a longer break to learn
how the women in their doorways doing their embroidery, which the Red
Dao people are very famous for. From the village, you ride back to the
lodge. At 14:00, Topas Mountain Express departs from Topas Ecolodge,
pick you up if you are in Sapa town, and return you to your hotel in
Hanoi.
Approximately: 1.5 hours biking/ 30 minutes walking/ 8km/ elevation up 220m/ down 170m
Please note: Topas Mountain Express can only pick up and return passengers at hotels in Hanoi’s Old Quarter.
Price: USD225/person - based on double occupancy. (There will be a single supplement of USD70/person if you are travelling alone)
This package includes:
+ English speaking guide during shared excursions*
+ 1 night at Topas Ecolodge (twin shared Deluxe bungalow)
+ Indicated meals (B = breakfast, L = lunch, D = dinner)**
+ Transfer by Topas Mountain Express bus Hanoi – Sapa – Topas Ecolodge – Sapa – Hanoi
+ Mountain bike with disk brakes, helmets, gloves and water • All entrance fees to the indicated places
* The excursions are based on sharing group of maximum 10 travelers
**Other meals at Topas Ecolodge are recommended to be booked in advance.
If you would like to stay in our Executive bungalows, at surcharge of USD20/night, please request this when booking.
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