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Cancellation Policy

Clear, transparent refund terms — so you can book with confidence.

We understand that travel plans change. Our policy is designed to be fair to both travelers and our guides, who prepare for your trek days in advance. Please read these terms carefully before booking. If you have any concerns, contact us on WhatsApp before confirming your reservation.

Tour Cancellation Terms

Notice Period Refund
7 or more days before tour start date 100% full refund — no charges
2 to 6 days before tour start date 25% of total tour price refunded
1 day before or same day cancellation No refund

Bus Transfer Cancellation Terms

Notice Period Refund
More than 48 hours before scheduled departure 100% refund minus $2 USD handling fee per person
24 to 48 hours before scheduled departure 50% of total booking cost refunded
Within 24 hours of scheduled departure No refund
No-show (did not contact us) No refund

Holiday & Public Holiday Policy

Important — Holiday Bookings

No refund is issued for Bus, Train, or Tour bookings made during Vietnamese public holidays and New Year periods, for any reason whatsoever. Cancellation must be made at least 72 hours in advance. Cancellations after this window receive no refund.

Vietnamese public holidays during which this policy applies include but are not limited to:

We strongly recommend booking holiday-period trips as early as possible. During peak holidays, all bus seats and homestay beds fill weeks in advance.

How to Request a Cancellation

Contact us as early as possible through one of the following channels. Please include your booking reference number, full name, and tour date so we can process your request quickly.

Cancellations are only valid once confirmed in writing by our team. Refunds are processed via the original payment method (PayPal, bank transfer) within 5–7 business days of the confirmed cancellation date.

Rescheduling

We are happy to reschedule your tour free of charge when given at least 48 hours' notice, subject to guide availability on your preferred new date. Contact us on WhatsApp to check availability before requesting a reschedule.

Force Majeure & Cancellations by Us

In the event that Trekking Tour Sapa cancels a tour due to unsafe weather conditions, road closures, flooding, or other circumstances beyond our control, you will receive a 100% full refund or the option to reschedule at no extra cost. We will notify you as early as possible — typically the evening before.

Travel Insurance Recommendation

We strongly recommend that all guests purchase comprehensive travel insurance before booking. Travel insurance can cover trip cancellations, medical emergencies, flight disruptions, and personal belongings — providing protection that goes beyond what our refund policy covers. Ask us if you need a recommendation.

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