Last night we left Hanoi on the night train and headed for Li Cai close to the border into China. The carriage was 2nd class and realy very comfortable. Learned to play Chinese Chess, really exciting and strategic once you learn the pieces and what they do.
Arrived 5.30 this morning and travelled to the mountain town of Sapa high in the mountains. The teraced agriculture is amazing on the mountain ridges. The town is a little like Queenstown only 50-100 years ago. Slowly being spoilled with all the tourist. Apparently most head up here from Hanoi for the trekking and return to Hanoi. Our party is one of the few heading to China. We have another lovely two star hotel with ensuite. Sharing with a guy from Adelaide.
The city is infested with cute young and older girls and ladies from the local hill tribes trying to sell you things you dont need like embrioded bags, wall hanging and pillow covers. With my pack the size it is I have tried to resist. They are so cute they make you feel like such a heal.
Arrived about 700am , had breakfast ,took a much needed shower and attacked the sales ladies and girls before doing a trek to a scenic lookout over the whole area.Absolutely amazing. Returned having a late lunch in a locals restuarant. Port with rice and a beer for the total cost of $2(NZ)
Planning a motor bike out to a waterfall scenic spot this afternoon followed by another delicious Vietnam meal. This place is great.
Hope everyone is having as much fun as I am working back home.
Will keep you posted
1 comment:
heya,sounds like you're having a blast over there. I'm soooooo jealous, it's freezing down here and uni is already into full swing!!! I can't believe how cheap it sounds!!Have you met lots of cool people, Im sure the youngins are keeping you on your toes!! chat to you soon, love abs
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