Hong Kong to Hanoi - Overland Trip

Itineraries

Arrival day.

Free time in vibrant Hong Kong. Later we take the express train to Guangzhou and transfer to our overnight train.

Transfer to Chengyang, famous for its beautiful ‘Wind and Rain’ bridge. In the evening enjoy a performance by the local Dong community.

The chance to hike to other villages in the valley, relax or explore the local handicrafts.

A free morning before catching the bus to Congjiang. The route through this remote region follows a series of river valleys, with views that few travellers get to see.

We take a morning bus to Kaili and arrive for a late lunch. The afternoon is free to explore the lively markets.

A full day's exploration of the surrounding countryside and villages, each with its own unique handicrafts. We finish the day in a Miao village, where we spend the evening in a local guesthouse.

A free morning to explore the village and surrounding areas. In the afternoon we return to Kaili for the overnight train to Kunming.

Arrive in Kunming, the 'City of Eternal Spring'. Perhaps take a trip up into the hills to see the Bamboo Temple. In the evening, you can enjoy one of the lively restaurants or bars.

A full free day in Kunming with the opportunity to visit Shilin Stone Forest.

We take a short bus ride to Tonghai. We visit a nearby village, home to a minority group far from their traditional homeland.

We take a private bus to Jianshui visiting the Yuanyang rice terraces along the way. Jianshui is an interesting town with a unique character worth exploring.

A short bus ride brings us to Mengzi, previously the main trading post between the Qing Dynasty and French Indochina.

We take a bus to the border town of Hekou and cross to Lao Cai in Vietnam, after which there is a short bus ride to Sapa.

An optional 5-6 hour easy hike takes in hilltribe villages of the Hmong, Zay and Red Zao, all of whom wear distinctive tribal clothing. The scenery is spectacular, with steep rice terraces and lush hills. Other options for the day are also available.

In the morning there’s the chance to climb up Ham Rong Mountain for panoramic views of Sapa and its environs. We return via the Dao village of Ta Phin, situated in a wide valley, surrounded by rice paddies. Dao women are particularly striking as they wear large red turbans covered with old coins or jewellery. We return to Lao Cai to catch the overnight train to Hanoi.

We arrive in Hanoi very early and check in to our hotel. The rest of the day is free so you can relax or head out and explore.

Tour ends.