Sapa Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in May)
Cat Cat village Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in May)
A Roadtrip To Sapa(Cat Cat Village)
Hanoi is the capital of Vietnam which is also filled with insane amount of traffic. Normally travellers will arrive into Hanoi, roughly a day stay or 2 before they head out, and for us we went towards the village of Sapa where Cat Cat Village is located.
One way to get here is to hire a private tour bus to drive you to sapa as this can be almost a 6 hours drive.
Upon reaching Sapa, you be greeted with views of the mountains areas as Cat Cat Village technically is situated at the base of fansipan and most tourists will stop here for a night or 2 to enjoy the traditional local food and especially to catch the view from afar of Fansipan. Its quite an amazing view from Cat Cat Village alone, so you should definitely stop here before heading up.
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Sapa Must Do!!!
Getting There - sleeper bus from hanoi. Got it from klook and it’s not say that decent, given that I asked for a single seat bus but was given double seater bus
Attractions - sapa is beautiful with its rice padi fields and landscapes and terrace farming. FANSIPAN is a must go mountain, the scenery up the cable car and monorail is nice! cat cat village is touristy, but that’s where we enjoyed the little shops that sells fancy handmade souvenirs at a cheap price
Hotels - we stayed at “my gallery boutique” with mountain view
Food & Restaurants - the “good morning cafe” nearby serves really good food! my fav is the egg coffee
Shopping - souvenir stalls around
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Intro to Sapa Villagers
1. Cat Cat Village
Address - Cat Cat village is located in San Sa Ho commune, Sapa district. 2km from the center of Sapa town.
Highlights - Astoundingly beautiful scenery with rice paddies, art displays, fashion stalls, and local food. This is super close to Sapa town and is an easy walk downhill. You can find magnificent pouring waterfalls over this little valley and tons of photogenic people dressed up in traditional clothing. There are variations from all over SE Asia styles you can choose from.
Rating - 5/5
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Beautiful tribal village in Sapa
Getting There - Bus from Sapa town
Attractions - the traditional village of the minority here. There’s a fair bit of steps to go down to the village. Along the way, you can admire the mountain view of Sapa. We came here in the late afternoon and managed to see the sunset. So beautiful.
This used to be a real village but now turned to tourist attraction. Don’t expect to see “real” activities going-on in the village. But you will get a glimpse of their daily life. The water fall at the bottom of the village is beautiful for some photo opportunities.
There’s also a display of how the tribal ladies made the handicraft cloth (thổ cẩm). They used the traditional method of dying and thus their hands are also dyed with blue.
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Sa Pa Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in May)
Hiking in Sapa During Winter
As I stepped foot in the enchanting town of Sapa during the tail end of winter season, I couldn't help but be mesmerized by the beauty of the landscape that surrounded me. The rice terraces were blanketed in thick fog, making the area look mystical.
Eager to explore this landscape, my friends and I decided to hire a hiking guide to navigate the trails. Our guide was a local Hmong lady with an infectious passion for the mountains. With her guidance, we embarked on an unforgettable adventure through the slippery rice terraces and valleys.
Every step we took revealed breathtaking vistas of jagged mountains piercing through the clouds. Our guide shared stories of her childhood and job, offering glimpses into the rich cultural heritage of the ethnic minority tribes inhabiting the region. She also had lunch with us, at a restaurant in her village. The food was simple, but delicious.
Hiking in Sapa during winter was a true test of endurance, but the rewards were immeasurable. The solitude and serenity found in nature, combined with the companionship of our guide and fellow trekkers, made this an unforgettable experience.
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Sa Pa: a mountain retreat in Northern Vietnam
Nestled in the Hoang Lien Son Mountains of northern Vietnam, Sa Pa is a destination that captivates the hearts of travelers with its breathtaking landscapes, vibrant hill tribes, and rich cultural heritage. This picturesque mountain retreat offers a unique experience that transports you to a world of natural beauty and cultural diversity.
The first thing that strikes you about Sa Pa is its awe-inspiring scenery. Lush terraced rice fields cascade down the hillsides, creating a mesmerizing patchwork of vibrant greens. Clouds gently embrace the mountain peaks, adding a touch of mystique to the landscape. Every corner reveals a postcard-perfect view that leaves you in awe of Mother Nature's artistic prowess.
Beyond its natural beauty, Sa Pa is a melting pot of ethnic diversity. The region is home to several hill tribes, including the Hmong, Dao, and Tay, each with their own unique traditions and vibrant cultural practices. Interacting with the locals and learning about their way of life offers a glimpse into the rich tapestry of Vietnam's ethnic heritage.
Sa Pa also serves as a gateway to Fansipan, the highest peak in Indochina. Adventurers can challenge themselves with a trek to the summit, witnessing panoramic views that extend far beyond the borders of Vietnam.
When it comes to cuisine, Sa Pa offers a tantalizing array of flavors. Indulge in hearty local dishes such as thang co (a traditional Hmong stew), grilled meats, and fresh produce sourced from the surrounding mountains. The vibrant colors and bold flavors of Sa Pa's culinary offerings reflect the region's cultural diversity.
Whether you seek a trekking adventure, a cultural immersion, or a serene escape into nature, Sa Pa offers an experience that lingers in your heart long after you've left. Its captivating beauty and cultural richness make it a destination that truly showcases the best of Vietnam's mountainous landscapes and ethnic heritage.
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Winter Chills
#2023travelwish It has been my long time dream to experience winter. The first time I experienced the beauty of winter was this December when my fiancé and I went to Sa pa Vietnam. The place was amazing! It exceeded our expectation. The food were great, the coffee shops were excellent. We loved walking around the place feeling the cold breeze of the winter air. It was just sad that we didn’t get to see snow as they only have it in January until early March. Our travel wish this coming 2023 is to experience winter again, see real snow and visit places that realizes our imagination of a winter wonderland. #donnahtheexplorer #winter #vietnam #coldbreeze
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Sa Pa Sisters
Situated at the Northwest of Hanoi is Sa Pa, a popular trekking site which oversees the rice field. You can go on the trek yourself or join a group led by the tribes. We took the SaPa sisters group trek where a portion of the money you paid goes to the SaPa sisters to help with their daily expenses. They really do not earn a lot 🥲 but they lead with such passion. Beautiful scenery as you trek, but be careful what you buy or you would attract a village of kids 🤪
PS. you do need a certain physical level to join the trek as some are quite difficult to get to. For the adventurous, you can choose to join the most difficult level!
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Sun World Fansipan Legend Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in May)
Beautiful Fansipan
A must visit place if you are traveling to Sapa!
There are few ways to get into Fansipan and one of them is using cable car which cost about $40 for 2 ways. If you combine with the buffet, it will be about $50. The cable car take about 20mins and the views are nice!
We were lucky as the weather is very good when we visited the place at 16th Oct 2023, which is the spring and the temperature is about 14 degree. However, you won’t really feel cold when as the sun light is quite strong.
The Fansipan peak is about 600 stairs/ steps from the cable car exit, where you can see the Buddha and Guan Yin statue in close distance if you choose to climb up by stairs. Alternatively, you can also reach to the peak by using monorail which cost about $3 one way. It takes about 6 mins.
The whole visit may take you min 5 hours to have a comfortable walks and photo taking as well as taking the buffet. The buffet is from 11am to 3pm.
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Be a legend at Fansipan Vietnam
Fansipan is a legendary park built on the sea level of 3143m at Sapa city in North-West Vietnam. It's inevitable to feel cold all year round and even with snow during the winter season!
You can get ticket access at a discounted rate on Trip.com which generates instant confirmation with mobile QR which makes life easier. The thrill is to be in the cloud and experience the world's longest cable car system to transport you all the way to the peak!
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Fall in love @ Fansipan!
Sun World Fansipan Legend is one of the famous attraction and activity in SaPa, Vietnam. It is a picturesque place filled with structures and nature.
My Fiancé and I finally had our first ever winter experience as we enjoyed and greeted by the cold weather in SaPa, Vietnam.
This memory will forever be engraved in our mind and because of that we would definitely go back to SaPa Vietnam to relive our memories at the place!
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10,326 ft. to be exact!
#2023travelwish One of the highlights of my 2022 travel was to finally experienced cold! This trip is very memorable as this is my fiancé and I’s second international trip. We started traveling together before covid but our plans were put on halt due to covid.
When it was ok for us to travel we decided to have a tri city tour. Our first City was Sa Pa Lao Cai, Vietnam. Aftet visiting the place, both of us agreed that it is one of the most beautiful place we ever been to.
We tried to reach the Fansipan summit but due to the weather condition and us being out of shape, we couldn’t do it. It was almost zero visibility when we went there and it was also starting to rain.
This place is a must visit if you ever travel to Vietnam. Our travel wish is to be able to go back to this place and finally reach the Fansipan summit.
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Hotel de la Coupole - MGallery Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in May)
CHIC Breakfast
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Mgallery is located at 1 Hoang Lien Street, Sapa District, Lao Cai Province. Located right in the centre of Sapa town with a convenient location in terms of landscape, and easy access to the surrounding attractions.
Chic is located on the top floor ( level 10 ) of Hotel de la Coupole, you will feel like stepping into a luxury French restaurant in the middle of the misty Sapa town. The restaurant is designed with a combination of French street lights with Sapa ethnic motifs.
Chic glows with ambient light from the many lanterns lining the stunning raised catwalk in the middle of the restaurant.
They serve breakfast for the hotel guests from 0600-1030, the option has quite a wide selection from locals to international, example egg section, hot and cold meal, fruit, cereals, noodles and many more.
The restaurant had a large outdoor balcony with majestic views over the mountains and valleys of Sapa.
Le Grand Bassin
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Mgallery is located at 1 Hoang Lien Street, Sapa District, Lao Cai Province. Located right in the centre of Sapa town with a convenient location in terms of landscape, and easy access to the surrounding attractions.
A great place to relax and relieve stress, not only that, this place is also a beautiful check in place with bold artistic design from the marble columns, the bronze statue standing, and the bright chandeliers.
The water in the tank is always changed regularly with moderate temperatures so that visitors can relax comfortably. There are also benches around for you to rest.
The gym is behind the swimming pool, is fully equipped with modern equipment, where you can take care of and exercise during your vacation. Both the swimming pool and gym are located at level 7.
Superior Double Room
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Mgallery is located at 1 Hoang Lien Street, Sapa District, Lao Cai Province. Located right in the centre of Sapa town with a convenient location in terms of landscape, and easy access to the surrounding attractions.
With an area of 33 meters square, the room is fully equipped with luxurious and elegant facilities with a mustard yellow interior layout and black and white art deco furniture combining French art style with the art of ethnic people in Sapa. A room with a large balcony, allows you to enjoy the panoramic view of the courtyard.
The dry and wet separate bathroom is awesome, with the rain fall shower head, and the amenities are included.
Other features included in the room are the minibar, tea and coffee making facilities, mineral water, safe box, TV and free WIFI access throughout the whole complex.
The building and courtyard
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As one of 8 projects of Mgallery hotel - a world-class 5-star hotel of Bill Bensley Architects in Vietnam. "Coupole" means that the arch is a unique architecture in buildings in France and this is also the roof architecture at the hotel.
Mgallery is located at 1 Hoang Lien Street, Sapa District, Lao Cai Province. Located right in the centre of Sapa town with a convenient location in terms of landscape, and easy access to the surrounding attractions.
The hotel is designed with many high windows, floor to ceiling glass, so you can see the magnificent landscape of the mountains and forest of Sapa, bringing the most impressive experience to visitors.
In between the 2 buildings of the hotel, there is a large garden courtyard, which always brings a fresh feeling by the green color of the trees. Connecting the 2 buildings is a small glass bridge spanning the rooftop.
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Fansipan Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in May)
Discover the buddha path in the mist
Sunworld Fansipan Legend is a prominent development in the Fansipan region, Vietnam. It is a tourist complex that offers various amenities and activities for visitors, including a cable car system that allows easy access to the mountain's summit. Developed by Sun Group, this project aims to enhance tourism in the area, making Fansipan more accessible to a wider audience while preserving its natural beauty and cultural heritage.
Through misty shrouds, I rise on high,
To Fansipan's realm, where eagles fly,
A cable car journey, a dream unfurled,
Above the world, a mystical world.
Ascending stairs, each step I take,
To sacred heights, my spirit wakes,
Enveloped in mist, a whispering guide,
To Buddhist temples, where souls reside.
The mist, a veil, reveals the divine,
Atop Fansipan, where spirits shine,
A moment cherished, forever engraved,
In my heart's chamber, forever saved.
Amongst the clouds, I find my grace,
A journey's end, a sacred space,
With every breath, I'm reborn anew,
In the misty wonder, I find the true.
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Fansipan legend @ Sapa, Vietnam
A rewarding and arduous climb up the 600 stairs to reach the summit!
first we took a 15min long cable car ride from the base. following which you can choose to take a shuttle train up and climb only 150 stairs or just go ahead and climb the 600 stairs up. i chose the latter as im a #brokestudent still. but it was very worth it, my legs turned jelly halfway from looking back and seeing the steep stairs. i love it 🤣
be sure to visit!! you wont regret it
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Traveling to Phuket, Sapa.
One of the conquerors of #Fansipan peak, which stands at 3,143 meters above sea level 🏔️, was beyond expectations, even more amazing than the Amazon. 😍 Although I knew it was beautiful, I didn't expect it to be this beautiful. When I was on the cable car, I thought it would only take a few minutes, but it took almost 20 minutes. The view was so stunning during the journey. It's surprising how it was built so high. 💰I prepared 1,500 Baht for the Fansipan trip, which includes going up to 3 stations and coming back down from 2 stations (the descent is about 1 km from the peak with the most beautiful view). There was a steep staircase, and it was a bit scary to climb down slowly while holding onto the handrail. We went there in late May, and the weather was cool in the lower area, but hot during the day. I thought it wouldn't be much colder up there, but my hands were shaking. It was almost windy enough to make me scream. Fortunately, we went there around noon, and there wasn't much fog, which made it less cold and gave us plenty of beautiful views. I highly recommend Fansipan and Sapa! 🌄🌿🌺 #Fansipan #Sapa #Vietnam #TravelwithVietjet #Klook #JourneysCallsOfficial #TravelVietnam
A foggy day at Fan Si Pan mountain base
We attempted to go up this mountain thrice but we're thwarted by the fog,rain and mist. I commend the ticketing staff who told us in clear language what the view was like had we gone up. they could have sold us the tickets on false promises but they didn't. it was up to us to decide. so we wandered around the Goddess of Mercy temple and took of photos of the flowers and the little park.#fansipan
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