Sapa travel information
Sapa is a small town in the northwest mountainous area of Vietnam. It is famous for its beautiful scenery, wide range of ethnic cultures, and many outdoor activities. The goal of this travel guide is to give you all the information you need to plan a trip to Sapa that you will never forget.
The girl travel to Sapa
Time of year to travel to Sapa.
The best time to visit Sapa is from:
March through May: Spring is a time of beautiful weather and flower-filled landscapes.
From September through October, you can witness the most spectacular display of golden rice terraces during autumn.
December through February: Brace yourself for brisk winters, sprinkled with rare snowfall, perfect for cuddling up by the fire.
How do I get to Sapa from Hanoi?
The bus ride from Hanoi to Sapa takes around 5 hours and 45 minutes and costs 300,000 VND. Train travel is another alternative; it will cost between 650,000 and 800,000 VND and take 7 hours and 47 minutes.
Which stop on the Hanoi-Sapa bus route does it stop at?
Bus departure at: 789 Gia Phong street & Phạm Văn Đồng street, Hanoi
Bus arrival at: 03 # N2 Street, Fansipan Ward, Sapa.
Sao Viet bus station
Phone booking: 1900 88 86 84.
See more: Distance to Hanoi from Sapa
Sapa car rental
1. Sapa car rental with a driver.
Your private car and helpful driver will let you see more of Sapa, Vietnam. If you're looking for a great way to rent a car Sapa Vietnam, an unique experience, and the best customer service by my private car with driver at Sapa.
For us, car rental in Sapa Vietnam is all about the trip—the car you take, the driver you have, and the things you see and do along the way.
Our needs may be different when you rent a car from us. We have a choice of cars for you to choose from, from midsizes to sedans.
Renting a car in Sapa with a driver
All of our cars are driven by professional drivers who love what they do and know the roads they drive on inside and out. Most of our drivers speak English basic at all and can tell you interesting things about life and the places you will visit along the way.
Have fun on your trip, and let our private car with driver Sapa take care of you.
We go out of our way to make sure your trip is peaceful and comfy. When you travel with us, every mile is a great time. Here are some of the reasons why thousands of travellers choose to rent cars from us:
Our vehicles come in a lot of different types, so you can choose what you want to go with. see here.
Why did you book the Sapa car rental with us?
Excellent customer service
Our private Sapa with a driver will be glad to help you before and during your trip.
Easy and quick to book
Just fill out a short form, and someone from our team will get in touch with you with some great choices.
Drivers with experience
A group of highly skilled and driven drivers. They all speak English, basically.
Honest Prices
It will be very clear to you before you book and pay for your trip with us what is included.
Stress-Free Travel
We'll do anything to get you on the road with a smile.
Trip & Cost (US) |
Duration |
4 seats |
7 seats |
16 seats |
29 seats |
Sapa tour |
Full day/8 hours |
79$ |
85$ |
149$ |
199$ |
2. Rent a car Sapa, Vietnam
You must be at least 21 years old. When picking up the car, all renters (primary drivers and supplementary drivers) must have a valid driver's licence, passport, or identification card containing their name. All drivers must have a clean driving record and a licence that has been valid for at least one year.
Where the driver's licence is not in English, an international driving licence or a notarized translation is required.
Young woman is watching beautiful sea fog mountain
When picking up the car, the main driver must present their credit card. The card must have enough funds to cover the excess/deposit (which will be blocked for the duration of the rental). The card will also be used to pay for local fees, additional equipment, and other purchases made at the car rental counter.
Drive only accepts credit cards.
Master Card, Visa, JCB, and American Express
DEPOSIT
The deposit will be held on a credit card. It depends on the rental car model and the type of insurance.
The deposit will be refunded after the rental, given that all terms are met.
INSURANCE
Collision Damage Waiver (CDW)
A collision damage waiver is included with all self-drive rentals. The renter's responsibility will be limited to 40,000,000 VND (2,000 US dollars) for a 1.5-1.9 CC engine.
Trip & Cost (US) |
Duration |
4 seats |
7 seats |
Self -drive |
24 hours |
85$ |
99$ |
Sapa day tour to the Fanxipang peak and Cat Cat Village
In the morning.
8:00: After breakfast in the hotel, the driver and tour guide transport you to the Cable Car Station, where you will spend 20 minutes riding the cable car to view the wonderful scenery.
9:00: Reach an altitude of 2800 metres, snap photos, see pagodas, and spiritual places, and climb 600 stairs to the peak of Fansipan, Indochina's roof. (Allocate about 1.5 hours for trekking and shooting shots.).
11:30: Return to the Cable Car Station and Sapa Town.
Lunch time at 12:00–12:30: Return to Sapa restaurant and have lunch.
14:15: Meet all group members and head for Cat Cat Village.
Cat Cat Village, Sapa
14:30: A short walk to Cat Cat village, which is home to the Black H'mong ethnic group and is located near the bottom of a deep valley at the base of Fansipan Peak. Our local guide will show you the locals' daily activities.
Including trekking down to the valley bottom to the waterfall where the French built a Hydraulic Power Station, taking a quick photo with the bridge and the waterfall, and trekking up the hill to return to Sapa.
In the late afternoon with stunning scenery. The driver returns to Sapa. The trekking distance is around 2.5 kilometres and lasts for 2 hours. 17.30: Return to Sapa Town.
Service includes: All fuel & driver expenses; toll & parking fees, door-to-door private; mineral water; and a basic English-speaking driver.
Service excludes: All flights, accommodations, entrance fees, tips, and other services not clearly mentioned.
Noted : This is a basic quote at the moment confirmed, and it may change a bit in case of a peak season, public holidays, or Chinese New Year period in Vietnam.
Free Chat:
+84.934.189.301
+84.9341.89.013
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Online payment
With the famous names of the online company:
1. 9Pay (website: https://9pay.vn/en)
2. OnePay ( https://www.onepay.vn/en/home/)
While booking with us, it is very convenient for you to make overseas payments at home with your mobile phone, computer,... our company can accept credit or debit card payments from customers on the internet, The process is simple and easy, including four steps.
Transaction cost
Accepting card payments can be relatively low (<2%) due to the number of businesses engaged in processing them, each of which adds a fee for their part in the transaction.
How do online payments via credit or debit card work?
You may not need to create an account for 9Pay or OnePay; we will share with you the link that includes the invoice.
Easily set up & schedule one-off or recurring payments via payment pages on your mobile phone (Marbook), computer checkout, or secure payment links.
See more of the sample instructions on how to make payments online via credit card. Please read more here.
Terms & conditions of the booking
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