It may not come as a surprise to you that our rest day is reserved for Sapa. After all, the land’s beauty is regarded as heavenly by many who visited. One major thing Sapa is known for is the Fansipan, Vietnam’s highest mountain at 3,143 meters above sea level. The mountain belongs to the Hoang Lien Mountains, which, in turn, is the easternmost part of the Himalayas. Being the last major peak of the Himalayas, Mt. Fansipan has always posed a challenge for those who dare to conquer it.
Sapa’s culture, a fusion of many ethnic minorities, is also a point of attraction. Just by walking around town, you can easily come across locals wearing intricate traditional garments, as well as children able to speak multiple languages. Sapa’s cuisine is also filled with hearty dishes made from salmon, sturgeon, free-range chicken, and pig, as well as horse intestines and fresh vegetables.
If you want to visit some touristy spots in Sapa, there’s Sapa Lake in the center of town. Three kilometers from the town is Cat Cat village, an old Hmong village with charming wooden houses and giant bamboo water wheels. Overnight in Cat Cat View.
Summary:
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Cat Cat View Hotel.
