Sa Pa Travel Forum

We are thinking of going to Sapa on the overnight train, spending the day, probably a Saturday and then back on the overnight train. Could we plan a motorbike tour on the spot or should we organise it beforehand? ..or just spend the day at the markets?

We can only visit Sapa in January - is it worth it or will the weather make it a waste of time?

Hi,

I will be traveling with a buddy from Hanoi to Sapa. We will like to book a 2 berth soft cabin for a comfortable ride. I note that there are quite many different train companies to choose from and am wondering any of you guys have experience with or recommendation for one that provides relatively new and comfortable train and 2-berth cabin. Victoria Express is out of the question as I understand it is exclusive for its hotel guests.

Appreciate any assistance!

Hi,

i plan to visit Sapa 4D3N, 3rd week of Jan 09, just myself.
Any travel agency recommended? price range?
should I prebook online first or book thru Hanoi hotel?
How is the weather there?

Cheers,
Marcus

Hi,

I am going to Sa Pa late september, I would like to know if there is any malarya risk, to get some tablets with me or not.

Cheers!

Jon

We are arriving in Hanoi on July 25th and after afew days there would like to visit Sa Pa. Please could you help with our questions?

1. what the weather would be like
2. what type of clothing would be best
3. Should we book the overnight train from Hanoi before we leave England.
4. should we book an organised tour before we leave England or can we do it from Hanoi when we arrive?
5. Any suggestions as to how long we should stay in Sa Pa?

Thank you for your help in anticipation

I have a limited time in Hanoi for weekend. I would like to visit Sa Pa by train on Friday night. And I need to back to Hanoi by Sunday evening. Is there a bus or other trasportation from Sa Pa to Hanoi on Sunday ?

Hi everyone,

Is there anyone know about markets info in sapa or area nearby, So far i have info on Bac Ha, Muong Hon and Coc Ly but i don't know if where is located.please enlighten me?

Many thanks

Visiting Sapa end of February. Different tours offer a variety of trek options. I've identified the following villages: Cat Cat Village, Ta Phin, Giang Ta Chai (is that the same as Lao Chai?), Y Linh Ho, Hau Thao, Su Pan, Ta Van, Nam Keeng, Ban Ho, Cau May, Nam Toong, Nam Ken, Mi Son and Than Phu.
My questions are:
1. Have I missed out any?
2. Which ones are in the cannot-miss category? (which are the best from a scenic and cultural perspective?)
3. Which village would offer the best home-stay experience?
Would appreciate any advice, recommendations, ideas.

What will be the expected weather at the end of October, will the rice fields be green? What would the best out of the way treks and markets be?

Suggested attire for this area?

Hi Vts,

I need your s to help this time
My pre book tour guide in sapa has cancelled my booking last minutes.
I need to find replacement for that.

Can anyone provide me with some contacts.
If cant get the tour guide, please kindly advice on the budget tour operator for the tour..

Thanks


Regards

I'm going to Sapa next month with a freind. Anyone here know how much is the price for renting a motorbike with driver / day? Or is there any other suggestion? How about a car with driver? I need to find transportation as I'm not going on a package..
your response will be much appreciated. Thanks!

hey guys,

my friend and I will be up in Hanoi and hoping to go to Sapa late december... does anyone have any tips, suggestions, comments ... anything?

thanks thanks
Linh

i will be in hanoi at the beginning of may and would like to go on up to sapa and the highlands...i guess i can take the train or fly to sapa and would appreciate recommendations for really out-of-the-way places to visit from sapa...i can hire a car and guide if necessary...would like to see areas that are not visited by hordes of tourists. i have been teaching in danang for three months and really appreciate the scarcity of tourists here (as compared to hoi an and hue). thanx...

Hi guys,

We r planning a trip to Sa Pa sometime April / May. Could you tell us what the weather would be like around that time? Also, whats the best way to travel from hanoi to Sa Pa and how long does the trip take?

Thanks in advance
KY

Can anyone give us the Jan/Feb average temps for sa pa please, trevor