[2D1N] Hiking Tour: CONQUERING FANSIPAN – THE ROOF OF INDOCHINA

Here we go:
This is a fairly intense journey and requires good endurance, participants should be in good health and fully prepare necessary equipment such as climbing shoes, windproof jackets, snacks and drinking water.
06:00 - 06:30: Depart from Sapa center to the climbing point - Tram Ton
Wake up early, have an early breakfast and our local guide will pick you up to travel from the hotel in Sapa to Tram Ton (located at an altitude of 1,800m) - where the climbing journey begins. The distance from Sapa to Tram Ton is about 15 km, taking about 20-30 minutes.
06:00: Start the climbing journey to discover Fansipan mountain
At Tram Ton, you will re-check the necessary equipment before climbing. The journey will start here, with the first part of the road being relatively easy to get used to the climbing pace. You will go through forest paths, rocky slopes, and cross cool old pine forests.
Tram Ton has a cool climate and fresh air. From here, you will see a part of Hoang Lien Son mountain range in the distance, and lush green pine forests, creating an exciting feeling for the trip.
08:30 - 09:00: Reach Hoang Lien Old Forest - Distance from 1,800m to 2,200m
The road winds through dense old forests, with dense trees, rich vegetation and small rocky slopes. The primeval forest of Hoang Lien National Park offers a quiet, pristine space with the sound of streams flowing and the sound of forest birds. 
This area has many types of orchids, bamboo, rhododendrons, and some animals such as monkeys and rare birds. You will feel more clearly the wild natural beauty of the Northwest mountains, with the green of the trees and the fresh, cool air.
After about 2 -3 hours of climbing, you will reach 2,200m. This is a flat and cool area to rest, stop, drink water, and have a light meal as fruit, or snacks to regain energy.
11:00 - 11:30: Reaching 2,800m 
The route from 2,200m to 2,800m starts to get more difficult, with steep rocky slopes and rough sections that require you to hold on.After climbing for about 2 hours, you will reach the rest area at 2,800m and have lunch.
Higher up, the surrounding landscape becomes more open, with grass and low trees. The area can be covered in mist, creating a magical atmosphere, and you can see the sea of ​​clouds here
14:00 - 15:00: Arrive at the rest stop at an altitude of about 2,800m and have camping and dinner at the rest top
This is an overnight stop to rest and save energy for the next day of climbing. Here you can watch the beautiful sunset over the Hoang Lien Son range. Then prepare for the next day and stay overnight here. Experience on the mountain in the majestic mountains and forests.
 

05:30: Wake up early, have breakfast and prepare your luggage to climb to the top.
You can wake up early to admire the sunrise on the top, if it's not good weather to see, you can wait until 7:00 to start hiking. That's still ok.
06:30: Continue the journey from the rest stop to Fansipan Peak (3,143m high), this route will be steeper and the climate will be colder, but the scenery is also beautiful.
Up to Fansipan Peak:
11:00 - 12:00: Reach the top of Fansipan (3,143m) - "The Roof of Indochina"
At the top, take photos, enjoy the majestic natural scenery and the feeling of success after a long journey. Fansipan Peak is the highest point of the Hoang Lien Son mountain range and is also the highest peak in Vietnam, Laos, and Cambodia. If the weather is nice, standing on the top on a sunny day, you can see the sea of ​​clouds covering the mountain range. Surrounded by a vast, majestic space, it gives an indescribable feeling of vastness.
13:00: Start going down the mountain
After resting and enjoying the scenery, you will start the journey back.Be careful when going down the mountain, especially on steep and slippery slopes.
15:00: Return to the starting point at Tram Ton then go back to your accommodation.
Return to Hoang Lien forest, and gradually return to Tram Ton. At this time, the sunset covers the mountains and forests, creating a warmer, more peaceful space than when climbing in the morning. 
The return journey is when you contemplate the beautiful scenery you have passed, feeling the fatigue mixed with satisfaction for having completed a meaningful journey.
End of the trip, you can choose some massage or take a herbal bath to relax in the town.