Fansipan Cable Car – The Journey To The ‘Roof Of Indochina’

Introduction

Located in the Southwest of Sapa, Fansipan Cable Car is one of the most modern cable car systems in the world. The cable car takes tourists to the journey reaching ‘Roof of Indochina’ – the majestic Fansipan peak. And it is also recognized as the longest and most modern 3-wire cable car system in the world. Thanks to the Fansipan cable car, tourists only need 15 minutes to reach the top of Fansipan instead of spending 2 days trekking the steep, rugged mountain. 

Today, Sapa Private Car will help you explore this remarkable attraction and discover useful information for an unforgettable journey on the Fansipan Cable Car.

Fansipan Vietnam Cable Car Overview

Cable Car Fansipan was built in 2013 and has been officially operating since 2016, reaching a length of 6.292,5 m. This is an extremely modern system with 33 cabins and a large capacity of up to 35 people per cabin. Therefore, in one hour, this system can transport up to 2,000 passengers, meeting the increasing demand of tourists coming here.

Sitting on the cable car to the top of Fansipan, tourists are lost in the mist, surrounded by floating clouds. Looking around is the majestic natural scenery, with towering mountains of the Hoang Lien Son range, and the lush green below. Traveling on the Sapa’s Fansipan Cable Car, tourists will experience moments that only this mountainous land can bring.

How To Get To Fansipan Cable Car?

To reach the Fansipan peak by cable car, tourists first need to pass through two train stations: Sapa Station and Muong Hoa Station. Then you will arrive at the Hoang Lien cable car station and take a ride to the Fansipan cable car station. At the final stage of the journey, tourists will choose between climbing 600 steps to the Fansipan summit or taking two more mountain trains at Do Quyen Station and Truc May Station.

Below is a detailed breakdown of the journey through all six stations in three stages leading to the top of Fansipan.

Traveling By Train

Before reaching the cable car system to reach the top of Fansipan, tourists need to go through two train stations includes: Sapa Train Staintion located in Sun Plaza and Muong Hoa Train Station. We will give you some information about the stations.

Sapa Train Station

Address: 1st floor of Sun Plaza, Sun World Fansipan Legend Tourist Complex, Sapa, Lao Cai.

Located in the middle of Sapa town, this is the starting point of the journey. Tourists can easily get here in many ways, such as walking, taxi, or motorbike. The Sun Plaza building stands out with its antique French architecture and a giant clock right in front of the main door. Coming here, tourists can also experience interesting entertainment games and a variety of cuisine.

Muong Hoa Train Station

Leaving Sapa Station, tourists travel 2 kilometers through the beautiful Muong Hoa Valley. This place impresses tourists with its elegant and subtle architecture. From here, you will continue your journey by mountain train, offering the majestic beauty of the Northwest mountains and forests. And especially in spring, when the flowers bloom, you can witness this poetic and magical scene.

Traveling By Cable Car

Finishing nearly half of the journey through 2 stations, you will arrive at the cable car station, which leads you to the Fansipan summit. You will have to go through 2 stations including, Hoang Lien Cable Car Station and Fansipan Cable Car Station. Let’s explore some key details about these 2 stations!

Hoang Lien Cable Car Station

Continuing the journey, tourists will stop at Hoang Lien station – the first cable car station on the route to Fansipan peak. Located on the Hoang Lien mountain range of Sapa, Hoang Lien station is known as one of the most modern cable car stations in Vietnam. With sophisticated architecture and colorful decoration, this place quickly becomes a hot check-in spot to tourists coming here.

Not only attracting tourists with its outstanding design, Hoang Lien station also offers a varied culinary experience. You can enjoy the rich flavors of Northwest specialties right at the station to recharge your energy before continuing your journey to reach Fansipan peak.

Fansipan Cable Car Station

This is the second and final cable car station that takes tourists closer to the top of Fansipan. During the journey up high, you can observe the majestic panorama of Northwest nature: deep green forests, Muong Hoa valley with flowers blooming vibrantly, and also the golden color of terraced fields in the harvest season.

Once arriving at Fansipan station, tourists can choose 1 of 2 ways to reach the top of Fansipan:

Option 1: Walking: You will trek 600 steps, taking about 10-15 minutes. On this route, you will admire the Great Amitabha Buddha Statue, Kim Son Bao Thang Tu or 100-year-old rhododendron trees.

Option 2: By train: If there are elderly people and children in the group, you can choose to travel by train through 2 stations, Do Quyen and Truc May station. Going on the mountain train is also an exciting experience.

Last Route Of A Journey

If you choose to continue taking the train to reach the top of Fansipan, you will go to 2 more stations, Do Quyen station and Truc May station.

Do Quyen Train Station

This is the second-to-last stop before reaching the top of Fansipan. Do Quyen Station is located peacefully and serenely in the grounds of Ha Pagoda (Thanh Phong Thien Tu). Every year, many people visit to pray for peace and fortune. And if you have a passion for tea ceremony, you can enjoy tea at Van Son Tra Quan in a fresh, cool space.

Truc May Train Station

The journey to conquer Fansipan ends at Truc May Station. From here, you only have about 50 stone steps, only about a 2- minute walk to set foot on the “roof of Indochina” at an altitude of 3,143m.

The floating clouds and the majestic natural scenery of the mountainous region are a worthy reward for those who have persevered through the long journey. Arriving at the top of Fansipan, tourists can freely check in and keep unforgettable memories at one of the most special destinations in Vietnam.

And this marks the end of your enchanting Fansipan Cable Car journey!

Fansipan Mountain Cable Car Opening Hours

The Fansipan Cable Car operates every day of the week to serve tourists who want to conquer Fansipan peak. Normally it will be:

• Opening hours: 

Days	Trip Toward Fansipan Summit	Last Trip To Sapa
Monday- Thursday	8 am – 2:30 pm	4 pm
Friday	8 am – 3:30 pm	5 pm
Saturday	7:30 am- 3:30 pm	5 pm
Sunday	7:30 am – 2:30 pm	4 pm

• Every 15-20 minutes, there will be a cable car to take tourists around.

During peak seasons, when there are many tourists coming here, you may have to wait a bit longer. So if you are afraid of crowds or having to wait in long lines, you can come here during low season (from May to August) or at times when there are not too many tourists.

Fansipan Cable Car Ticket Price

We would like to send you information about the cost of cable car tickets to Fansipan peak, so you can refer to and choose.

Ticket Category	Adult	Children (1m-1m40)
Cable Car Ticket	850,000 VND	550,000 VND
Muong Hoa Funicular Ticket	200,000 VND	200,000 VND
Fansipan Funicular Ticket 2 Ways	320,000 VND	320,000 VND

In addition to cable car tickets, you can choose other services such as a buffet or dinner in May Village. You can refer to the ticket sales website for more details.

Fansipan Cable Car Travel Tips

• Located at an altitude of over 3000m, the weather on top of Fansipan is often harsh, so you need to check the weather carefully to bring suitable clothing.
• You also need to prepare scarves, woolen hats, and gloves in case it’s too cold up there.
• Next, the cable car route requires a lot of travel, so tourists should wear neat clothes and avoid wearing high heels or too long clothes that can affect movement.
• And you should prepare good health conditions, check your health first before starting this trip.
• Tourists should also pay attention to the time to be able to stick to the schedule, avoiding losing the experience when reaching the top of Fansipan.
• Last, the ideal time to take photos is from 8:30 to 12:30 when the sun is nice and the weather is not too cold.

FAQs

• What is the best time to visit Fansipan?

From the end of September to April every year is the most suitable time, attracting a large number of tourists to Fansipan

Autumn (September to November): This is probably the most wonderful time when the rain has stopped, and the weather is cool and pleasant. Tourists on the way can also observe the golden terraced fields.

Winter (December to February): Tourists come to Fansipan in winter to watch the snowfall here. But you should check the weather carefully to see if it snows or not.

Spring (March – April): The weather gradually warms up, peach blossoms and azaleas bloom in the clear blue sky for you to freely check in.

• Is it better to go to Fansipan in the morning or in the afternoon?

Perhaps the most beautiful time of day to visit Fansipan is at sunset, but unfortunately the cable car will no longer be operating during this time. But about midday or early afternoon is still the ideal time to help you take stunning photos.

• Is there internet on top of Fansipan?

Absolutely yes. On the top of Fansipan, there will be free wifi in cafes or hotels so you can still stay in touch or access the internet. In addition, you can also register for mobile data packages, which can still be used even when you are at the top of Fansipan.

Conclusion

In summary, Fansipan Cable Car will offer you the most unique experience on the way to the Roof of Indochina. You will have the opportunity to enjoy the wild and stunning natural landscape, surrounded by clouds, immersing in the life of the people of the Northwest. This is an experience worth trying once in your life.

Sapa Private Car wishes you the best experience on the Vietnam Fansipan Cable Car!