Tram Ton Pass
Tram Ton Pass
4
Tours & experiences
Explore different ways to experience this place.
What is Travelers’ Choice?
Tripadvisor gives a Travelers’ Choice award to accommodations, attractions and restaurants that consistently earn great reviews from travelers and are ranked within the top 10% of properties on Tripadvisor.
Top ways to experience Tram Ton Pass
The area
Best nearby
Restaurants
256 within 3 miles
Attractions
51 within 6 miles
Contribute
Most Recent: Reviews ordered by most recent publish date in descending order.
Detailed Reviews: Reviews ordered by recency and descriptiveness of user-identified themes such as wait time, length of visit, general tips, and location information.
Popular mentions
4.0
131 reviews
Excellent
59
Very good
46
Average
23
Poor
3
Terrible
0
stanford1974
6 contributions
Jan 2020
It was easy to buy the ticket and they explained what they were for. Took a train from the middle of Sapa to where the Gondola is.
Unfortunately when you get off the train they guide you to walk up to where you think the lift is. There is a bunch of Disney like things to do: take a picture on a horse, a giant blue crystal display, picture platform, shopping and more shopping, tee pees to take pictures in and more. All with a fee. Then just when you think you are about to get to the gondola, you take an escalator going down to where the train drops you off, just roped a different way.
The gondola is a marvel. Easy to get on as it rounds inside with big doors to get in through. When close to exiting the building the speed increases dramatically and whisks you up the mountain in 10 minutes. The view on the way up is amazing. Waterfalls and lush forests are part of the view. Also saw the trail you can foolishly walk up that takes 2 days - too old for that.
Getting off is as easy as getting on, and you enter is, of course, a shopping area. The smell of overpriced pop corn is in the air, but when you think about it, there is a lot of work in getting that stuff up there and I bought some anyway.
The stairs are steep and the view would have been spectacular, but it was a cloudy winter day. Very hard to see the mountain. When, at what we thought was the end of the stairs and the peek, we found another little rail ride to get to the peek. I looked for stairs going up instead because the line yup was long and found some. Only to see that after 2 flights, they were under construction. Too long of a line to wait and get to the top, and because it was so cloudy, not worth the effort.
When going back down it was breath taking again. Now you look at the town and how it's built into the side of a mountain and the beautiful rice terraces of the farmers below. Getting off the ride was easy and strain into, you guessed it, more shops. Remembering the ride up and where we were, we saw that they were trying to corral us into the Disney like area again. We hopped the ropes and found a way to skip this to get onto the train back into the middle of town.
It was great for the most part, the continual grab for cash was annoying and not needed. The view was great. I recommend the ride, just beware of the scams and watch your bags.
Unfortunately when you get off the train they guide you to walk up to where you think the lift is. There is a bunch of Disney like things to do: take a picture on a horse, a giant blue crystal display, picture platform, shopping and more shopping, tee pees to take pictures in and more. All with a fee. Then just when you think you are about to get to the gondola, you take an escalator going down to where the train drops you off, just roped a different way.
The gondola is a marvel. Easy to get on as it rounds inside with big doors to get in through. When close to exiting the building the speed increases dramatically and whisks you up the mountain in 10 minutes. The view on the way up is amazing. Waterfalls and lush forests are part of the view. Also saw the trail you can foolishly walk up that takes 2 days - too old for that.
Getting off is as easy as getting on, and you enter is, of course, a shopping area. The smell of overpriced pop corn is in the air, but when you think about it, there is a lot of work in getting that stuff up there and I bought some anyway.
The stairs are steep and the view would have been spectacular, but it was a cloudy winter day. Very hard to see the mountain. When, at what we thought was the end of the stairs and the peek, we found another little rail ride to get to the peek. I looked for stairs going up instead because the line yup was long and found some. Only to see that after 2 flights, they were under construction. Too long of a line to wait and get to the top, and because it was so cloudy, not worth the effort.
When going back down it was breath taking again. Now you look at the town and how it's built into the side of a mountain and the beautiful rice terraces of the farmers below. Getting off the ride was easy and strain into, you guessed it, more shops. Remembering the ride up and where we were, we saw that they were trying to corral us into the Disney like area again. We hopped the ropes and found a way to skip this to get onto the train back into the middle of town.
It was great for the most part, the continual grab for cash was annoying and not needed. The view was great. I recommend the ride, just beware of the scams and watch your bags.
Written January 19, 2020
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Travelove58
15,650 contributions
Sep 2022 • Family
Heaven Gate ( Tram Ton as the locals called it ) is a beautiful mountain range with breathtaking views.
There is one photo taking area where a long white staircase protrude out towards the clouds overlooking the mountains below. Just like an inviting "Gate to the Heavens" ( sky) above.
The winds are very strong, so be careful as you climb up the stairs towards the peak as one may lose their balance - certain parts do not have a rail to hold on as you climb.
One can also see the tribal ladies ( think it is Hmong ) dressed in their beautiful traditional costumes & performing traditional dances.
Definitely a must visit place in Sapa.
There is one photo taking area where a long white staircase protrude out towards the clouds overlooking the mountains below. Just like an inviting "Gate to the Heavens" ( sky) above.
The winds are very strong, so be careful as you climb up the stairs towards the peak as one may lose their balance - certain parts do not have a rail to hold on as you climb.
One can also see the tribal ladies ( think it is Hmong ) dressed in their beautiful traditional costumes & performing traditional dances.
Definitely a must visit place in Sapa.
Written September 11, 2022
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
B K
Gurugram (Gurgaon), India186 contributions
Jun 2023
We visited Tram Ton Pass but unfortunately the weather didn’t permit us to have any views. It was drizzling and the clouds and the mist obscured any view. But what ever we could see in the mist showed they had done some good landscaping and horticulture.
Written July 2, 2023
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
The_Pale_Ridah
Gladesville, Australia1,952 contributions
Dec 2013 • Couples
The 15km highway from Sapa to the Tram Ton Pass, there are many breathtaking vantage points off the side of the road to stop & stare in silent delight. Upon the approach to the highest mountain pass in South-East Asia at 1,900 metres, the amazing views weren’t what blew me away at first, the strong winds were almost frightening at high speed on a scooter. I later learned that the cold air from the mountain’s high altitude mixes with the warm rising humid air of the valley below to cause all the trouble that you encounter up on the Pass. Who knew?
Some of the better views are of the highway cutting thru smaller passes, the highway zig-zagging down towards the Muong Hoa Valley which I assume was the actual Tram Ton Pass, views of the Hoang Lien Son mountain ranges just before the Silver Waterfall & of course views of Mt Fansipan, the highest mountain in Vietnam. A tour bus might stop at 1 or 2 of these spots on the way to some commercialised hill tribe village tour but having ur own wheels gives you the freedom to pull over anywhere so you can take silly photos & travel at your own pace. Riding the windy mountain road over a few hours & stopping off at all the mentioned attractions is most rewarding, more so than sitting in a van with other strangers.
Being a stingy bstard, I regret only putting in 50,000 VND worth of fuel ($2.50 AUD) thinking I’d never use the full tank. That half a tank is enough to get you there & back & a little extra but the mountain roads, its ups & downs, in & arounds consumes more fuel than on a normal straight road. I would have liked to have gone on further to the other side & down into the valley town where the temperature there is as sweltering as Saigon’s heat but I am completely to blame, a massive fail.
At 15kms from Sapa along Highway 4D, it is the only road in that direction & is an easy ride on a scooter, better still, it is simple clean fun. Why else would you go there? There are 2 great waterfalls a few kms away, Thac Bac (Silver Waterfall) & Thac Tinh Yeu (Love Waterfall). There are very few places to eat for the tourist, I would say the Love Waterfall kitchen is an option but serves mostly local fare. For the ladies, Love Waterfall is also the nearest sitting toilet facility around while the gents can go jungle.
Some of the better views are of the highway cutting thru smaller passes, the highway zig-zagging down towards the Muong Hoa Valley which I assume was the actual Tram Ton Pass, views of the Hoang Lien Son mountain ranges just before the Silver Waterfall & of course views of Mt Fansipan, the highest mountain in Vietnam. A tour bus might stop at 1 or 2 of these spots on the way to some commercialised hill tribe village tour but having ur own wheels gives you the freedom to pull over anywhere so you can take silly photos & travel at your own pace. Riding the windy mountain road over a few hours & stopping off at all the mentioned attractions is most rewarding, more so than sitting in a van with other strangers.
Being a stingy bstard, I regret only putting in 50,000 VND worth of fuel ($2.50 AUD) thinking I’d never use the full tank. That half a tank is enough to get you there & back & a little extra but the mountain roads, its ups & downs, in & arounds consumes more fuel than on a normal straight road. I would have liked to have gone on further to the other side & down into the valley town where the temperature there is as sweltering as Saigon’s heat but I am completely to blame, a massive fail.
At 15kms from Sapa along Highway 4D, it is the only road in that direction & is an easy ride on a scooter, better still, it is simple clean fun. Why else would you go there? There are 2 great waterfalls a few kms away, Thac Bac (Silver Waterfall) & Thac Tinh Yeu (Love Waterfall). There are very few places to eat for the tourist, I would say the Love Waterfall kitchen is an option but serves mostly local fare. For the ladies, Love Waterfall is also the nearest sitting toilet facility around while the gents can go jungle.
Written January 28, 2014
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
kerr20142014
Singapore153 contributions
Jan 2015 • Solo
Is 15km from Sapa, a roadside viewpoint accessible by motorbike taxi for 150,000 dong (authority recommended price) round trip inclusive of stopovers at Silver Waterfall and Love Waterfall.
From Sapa it is 12km to Silver Waterfall, plus 2km to Love Waterfall and another 1 km to Heaven Gate's viewpoint. It takes half an hour straight to just this viewpoint by motorbike taxi.
It gives a great view over the valleys between Fansipan and adjacent mountains; its beauty is dependant on the weather.
From Sapa it is 12km to Silver Waterfall, plus 2km to Love Waterfall and another 1 km to Heaven Gate's viewpoint. It takes half an hour straight to just this viewpoint by motorbike taxi.
It gives a great view over the valleys between Fansipan and adjacent mountains; its beauty is dependant on the weather.
Written January 8, 2015
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
X61
Singapore, Singapore124 contributions
Dec 2015 • Family
The view was spectacular as we were lucky to have a sunny and clear sky up here in TTP amidst the foggy weather down in Sapa township. Worth a visit!
Written December 18, 2015
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
kerr20142014
Singapore153 contributions
Jan 2017 • Solo
Attached here is a photo of a signboard at the market showing motorbike taxi fares.
Instead of 150,000 dong for a round trip to Tram Ton Pass at 15km away I offered the young bike rider 200,000 dong to add in waiting time at Fansipan Cable Car Station which is only 1km out of town and on the way to Tram Ton. He gladly agreed to the price, dropped me off at the station and headed back to town. Later on he refused to bring me to Tram Ton and instead sent me back to my hotel, followed me in to the hotel demanding full payment. I hope this would bring awareness to potential visitors though Tram Ton Pass is still a worthy sight.
Instead of 150,000 dong for a round trip to Tram Ton Pass at 15km away I offered the young bike rider 200,000 dong to add in waiting time at Fansipan Cable Car Station which is only 1km out of town and on the way to Tram Ton. He gladly agreed to the price, dropped me off at the station and headed back to town. Later on he refused to bring me to Tram Ton and instead sent me back to my hotel, followed me in to the hotel demanding full payment. I hope this would bring awareness to potential visitors though Tram Ton Pass is still a worthy sight.
Written February 24, 2017
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
sydneyite1111
Sydney, Australia74 contributions
Aug 2016
The road between Sapa and Lai Chau crosses the Tram Ton Pass on the northern side of Fansipan, 15km from Sapa. At 1900m this is Vietnam’s highest mountain pass. The lookout points here have fantastic views
Written November 6, 2016
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
sapalocalguide
Sapa, Vietnam70 contributions
Jun 2016
come to sa pa and rent mortobike and drive up to this pass you will see the tea plantation on the left side and passed the silver waterfall , which is located at the high 1800m above sea level. try to reach Tram tôn pass - 1940 m above the sea level - which is starting point to climbing fansipang mountain - the highest mountain in viet nam - 3143m above the sea level , which is consider ' The roof of Indochina", continue drive up 1 km you will reached the top of O quy hồ pass - is the king of pass and see the Heaven gate. good sighseeing point and relaxing
Written June 20, 2016
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Andrew R
Perth, Australia30 contributions
Feb 2016 • Couples
We hired a moped and went out to see the pass.
It was foggy and foggy or not, please do not be fooled, this is a steep, and tight cornered road with trucks and buses travelling on wrong inside of the road around corners.but we are in Vietnam.
The views we saw we're amazing and we stopped many times as safe as we could to photo the views. Tram Tom pass is the highest road in Vietnam , and is a must see, but please ride with caution, or if u confident , hire a car and driver, but this place must be seen to be believed.
It was foggy and foggy or not, please do not be fooled, this is a steep, and tight cornered road with trucks and buses travelling on wrong inside of the road around corners.but we are in Vietnam.
The views we saw we're amazing and we stopped many times as safe as we could to photo the views. Tram Tom pass is the highest road in Vietnam , and is a must see, but please ride with caution, or if u confident , hire a car and driver, but this place must be seen to be believed.
Written March 2, 2016
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Planning to get a car with driver only, what is the cost of the entrance fees? Thanks
Written September 10, 2019
Are there any good restaurants near the pass with a view?
Written May 26, 2017
No good restaurant there, but there are small stalls at that steep mountain side where you can sit on a stool to have local snacks and a drink sold by local vendors, with a good view.
Written May 27, 2017
Hi,
Should we go with a car up to the pass or hire someone to take us on a motorbike?
Written May 26, 2017
Motorbike is much better and enjoyable, you can easily stop at viewpoints at your leisure, unless you hit a rainy day!
Written May 26, 2017
Hi There,
I was just reading the reviews of tram ton on trip advisor and just wanted to know if you pre-book the motor bikes and tour guide before getting to sapa? i am very interested in going to sapa but am unsure how much i should book before i go or just book things there. Also how many days is a good amount to stay in sapa for?
thanks so much for your help!!
Che'
Written February 14, 2015
Not necessary to pre-book motor-bike and tours.
Except on Tet (Lunar New Year 5-days-holiday period), there are lots of motor-bike taxis waiting for passengers beside the one and only Holy Rosary Stone Church at Quang Truong Square (a very prominent open-air amphitheatre in Sapa town centre).
Hotels in Sapa can easily help out on bike rentals and guided tours. The very scenic Sin Chai to Tavan village Muong Hoa Valley walk/tour must not be missed, this is only 5km from Sapa. Cat Cat village is just 1km from Sapa. Ham Rong mountain is just behind the above mentioned church.
I would recommend at least a 3 night stay in Sapa, and to pre-book the hotel room.
2 nights will be spent on train travel to and back between Hanoi and Lao Cai. These 8pm soft sleeper train tickets can be purchased at the train stations on the day of departure, ie Ga Hanoi on Tran Quy Cap Road and Ga Lao Cai for the return train.
There is a mini-bus plying hourly from Loa Cai up to Sapa for 28,000 dong per passenger, wait at the roadside bus stop at the huge square car park in front of a tall Thien Hai Hotel just 50m from Lao Cai train station. For 500,000 dong you can charter a whole 10-seater private mini-bus from Lao Cai up to Sapa, not 500,000 dong per passenger as they will ask for.
Written February 16, 2015
Showing results 1-4 of 4
*Likely to sell out: Based on Viator’s booking data and information from the provider from the past 30 days, it seems likely this experience will sell out through Viator, a Tripadvisor company.
Is this your Tripadvisor listing?
Own or manage this property? Claim your listing for free to respond to reviews, update your profile and much more.
Claim your listing