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Sapa:
The Roof of Indochina

The complete guide to organizing your exceptional trip to the mountains of Northwest Vietnam.

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Discover all that Sapa has to offer through the experience and expertise of a local French-English speaking agency, Parfum d'Automne. Experience a tailor-made journey with us.

Your gateways to Sapa

Everything you need to know for a perfectly orchestrated trip.

Getting to Sapa

How to get to Sapa

Luxury bus and night train from Hanoi.

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Sapa Weather

When to visit Sapa

Rainy seasons, harvests, and blossoms.

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Sapa Hotels

Where to stay in Sapa

Charming homestays and boutique hotels.

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Sapa Activities

Things to do in Sapa

Trekking, Fansipan, and ethnic markets.

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Sapa Culture

Culture & Ethnicities

Meeting the Hmong and Red Dao people.

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Sapa Gastronomy

Gastronomy

Mountain specialties and secret addresses.

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Explore Sapa at a glance

Locate must-sees, the best hotels, and our secret addresses.

Our Tours to Discover Sapa

Exclusive itineraries off the beaten path for total immersion.

Sapa Authentic 3d

Sapa Authentic (3 days)

Deep immersion: trek through the Muong Hoa valley and Suoi Ho.

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Sapa Authentic 2d

Sapa Authentic (2 days)

Brief immersion: Ta Phin, Suoi Thau and night with a Red Dao family.

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Sapa & Fansipan

Sapa & Fansipan (2 days)

The essentials: climb Indochina's roof and trek in the valley.

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15+ Years of Expertise

Discover Sapa with a local agency:
Parfum d'Automne

For over 15 years, our local agency has accompanied travelers in their authentic exploration of Vietnam. Based in Hanoi, we create deep and respectful immersion experiences.

Latest blog posts

Advice, travel stories, and Sapa news

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Night Train Hanoi Sapa
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Night Train Hanoi – Sapa (SP1/SP3): Complete Guide 2026

Schedules, sleeper cabin fares and tips for choosing the best ticket.

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Getting to Sapa
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How to get to Sapa: Bus, Train or Private Car?

All transport options to reach the mountain capital.

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