07:00 Gathering & Briefing. The group convenes at the designated meeting point. Your tour guide will conduct a roll call, introduce the team, and provide a comprehensive safety and itinerary briefing. A final gear check will be completed to ensure everyone is fully prepared for the trek ahead.
07:30 Transfer to Tram Ton Pass. Board the vehicle for a scenic drive to Tram Ton Pass, the official gateway to Hoang Lien Son National Park. The winding mountainside roads offer breathtaking views of endless terraced fields blanketed in the morning mist—a iconic masterpiece of the Northwest. Upon arrival, the team will complete registration procedures with the National Park Management Board.
09:00 Hit the trail. The expedition to conquer the Roof of Indochina officially commences. The trek kicks off through ancient forest trails before opening up to a vast, gentle path that winds along flat mountain ridges.
12:00 Lunch Break at 2,200m. Enjoy a well-deserved rest stop and a hearty lunch at an altitude of 2,200m. Surrounded by the pristine, fresh air of the deep forest, the group will recharge with a simple yet nourishing meal for the next leg of the journey.
13:00 Trekking to Higher Altitudes. Resume the climb as the trail becomes more challenging with steeper inclines and moss-covered, slippery terrain. The landscape gradually shifts here, as the dense forest canopy gives way to alpine vegetation, signaling your ascent into higher altitudes.
17:00 Arrival at Base Camp (2,800m). Reach the overnight mountain hut at 2,800m. Unpack, settle into your quarters, and freshen up. Spend the rest of the afternoon unwinding and soaking in the serene mountain views after a rewarding day of trekking.
18:30 Cozy Dinner & Rest. Gather for a warm, convivial dinner in the heart of the mountains. Afterward, the group is encouraged to turn in early to rest and conserve physical strength for the summit push to Fansipan peak the following morning.
* Meals included: lunch, dinner