Explore Vietnam’s most remote and rugged region with an unforgettable scenic road trip. Travel from Hanoi to Sapa, stopping in small towns steeped in history and surrounded by majestic mountains. The journey rewards with visits to colourful hilltribe villages and a chance to summit Vietnam’s highest peak.
Visit Dien Bien Phu, A-1 Hill and Song La Prisons, relics of Vietnam’s tragic military history.
Travel near the Lao border to explore Muong Lay, an area of beautiful mountains and a stunning lake.
Explore the hills around Sapa and visit villages inhabited by the Red Zao and Blue Hmong minorities.
Begin this 6-day tour in northwest Vietnam with a 07:00 departure from Hanoi for Son La. The road departing Hanoi through the Red River Delta region is fairly flat, however this soon gives way to limestone Karst Mountains. Arrive in Son La in the late afternoon and enjoy the rest of the day free at leisure.
Overnight in Son La.