Everyone needs fresh air and time in nature. So why not see Sapa in style, starting at Topas Riverside Lodge and ending at Topas Ecolodge? Discover this epic area of remote northern Vietnam over a 3-day adventure showcasing cultural diversity, jungles, rivers, and mountains!
- Type: Culture
- Activity level: Easy
- Service level: Standard
Day 1: Into the Wild | Hanoi – Nam Cang Village – Topas Riverside Lodge
Your adventure awaits! Buckle up in the Topas Mountain Express, a plush minivan outfitted with snacks and water, that covers the 4.5-hour journey from Hanoi to Thanh Phu bridge then continue 30 minutes transfer by shuttle bus to Topas Riverside Lodge. Arrive just in time to order a delicious lunch on the riverside patio prepared by your local hosts.
In the afternoon, take some time to visit the attached village across the suspension bridge, home to the Dzao, famous for their exquisite embroidery, silversmithing, and botanical knowledge. Or just take some time to enjoy the river view from the patio as you play board games with your family until dinner is served as the sun goes down.
Included meals: N/A
Transfer distance: 5h drive
Day 2: Jungle Views to Mountain Vistas | Topas Riverside Lodge – Topas Ecolodge
Wake up to the sounds of nature and fill up on a hearty breakfast cooked by the Topas Riverside Lodge staff. Spend the morning at leisure, with options to explore the jungle or use the complimentary bicycles to explore on two wheels.
Depart for Topas Ecolodge at 14:00 on a 45-minute ride out of the jungles and through quiet communities to the Topas Ecolodge perched atop a mountain.
Check-in to your bungalow with a refreshing glass of lemongrass and ginger tea, taking in the out-of-this-world views.
Included meals: Breakfast
Transfer distance: 45’ drive
Day 3: A Day in the Clouds | Topas Ecolodge – Hanoi
The day is yours at leisure until a mid-afternoon departure for Hanoi via the Topas Mountain Express. Sunbathe and splash in the two infinity pools, sample delicious cuisine at the restaurant, breathe in the fresh mountain air from your bungalow’s patio, or indulge in some locally-inspired treatments at the wonderful spa on site.
Depart the Ecolodge at 14:30, arriving in Hanoi around 19:30, refreshed and rejuvenated from your time spent in nature.
Included meals: Breakfast
Transfer distances: 5h drive

Inclusions
- 1 night at Topas Riverside Lodge (2 people/room)
- 1 night at Topas Ecolodge (2 people/bungalow)
- Daily breakfast
- Round-trip join-in transfers from Hanoi or Noi Bai Airport by Topas Mountain Express and shuttle between lodges
- Buy 1 Get 1 Free on our new Happy Hour menu at Topas Ecolodge's pool bar from 16:00 – 18:00
- 20% discount on Rice Spa treatments at Topas Ecolodge
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Complimentary shuttle between Topas Ecolodge and Sapa
+ To Topas Ecolodge: 10:00 / 13:15
+ To Sapa: 9:00/ 12:00 / 15:30 - Free refillable water in vans and at resorts
- Government VAT
Surcharge information
- Weekend (Friday, Saturday, and Sunday) and Public Holiday surcharge of 400.000 VND/person
- Upgrade Surcharge of 2.000.000 VND/night for Suite Bungalow at Topas Ecolodge
- Upgrade Surcharge of 3.000.000 VND/night for Deluxe Suite Bungalow at Topas Ecolodge
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Child policy
+ No surcharge for children up to 3 years old who share seats, beds, and food with adults
+ Surcharge 2.650.000 VND for children up to 11 years old who use their own seat on the Topas Mountain Express. Includes extra bed at Topas Ecolodge and shared bed with parents at Topas Riverside Lodge, as well as complimentary daily breakfast - Minimum booking of 2 people required to qualify for the rate as advertised + There is a single supplement surcharge of 2.550.000 VND/ person
This rate is for residents and expats of Vietnam only. Please send your local ID or proof of residency when making the booking (National ID card, temporary residence card, or long-term visa sticker photo)
- Stay validity: For stays from 15th August 2020 – 28th February 2021
- The booking reference and ID or passport must be presented upon check-in
- If the lodges are closed or travel bans/restrictions apply, booking date can be amended and/or transferred to another person for use with written confirmation from Topas Ecolodge
- This rate is non-refundable; however, booking date may be amended one time free of charge 14 days prior to check-in
- Changing the date a second time will incur a 1,000,000 VND fee/booking