Bac Ha, Sapa and Mu Cang Chai Tour

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5 days (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Explore the captivating landscapes and rich cultural tapestry of Northern Vietnam on this 5-day tour. Journey through the terraced fields of Sapa, experience the vibrant Bac Ha market, and be enchanted by the endless golden rice terraces of Mu Cang Chai. Immerse yourself in the traditions of ethnic hill tribes, trek through picturesque valleys, and savor the authentic flavors of local cuisine. This adventure promises an unforgettable journey into the heart of Vietnam's highlands.

What's Included

Accommodation based on twin-shared basis at mentioned hotels or similar ones upon availability
Bottled water on the vehicle
Sightseeing tickets and entrence fees
Private English speaking tour guide (other language is on request)
Lunch (Optional[5])
Lunch
Dinner (Optional[3])
Dinner
Private air-conditioned vehicle transfers during tour with driver
Breakfast (Optional[4])
Breakfast
Travel insurance
Accommodation in Hanoi
Drinks and other meals
Tips for tour guide and driver
Personal expenses and others not mentioned clearly in the inclusion part

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).

Itinerary

Duration: 5 days (approximately)
    Day 1

    Hanoi - Bac Ha

    1 stop
  • 1

    You will be met and greeted by your private tour guide and driver at the hotel in Hanoi. Departure at 8:00 AM, the morning drive on the HW (Noi Bai – Lao Cai) offer s you a beautiful countryside scenery of the Red River Delta and on to the midland of the Northwestern region. You will have lunch at a local restaurant on the way. In the afternoon, after 1,5 hour drive, you will arrive at Bac town. Take a short boat ride on Chay River (if the water level permits), then stretch out with an easy walk to visit Trung Do village of the Tay ethnic minority people. Arrive at Bac Ha and check in a local homestay for the night.

    8 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 2

    VISIT TO A HILL TRIBE MARKET & DRIVE TO SAPA

    1 stop
  • 2

    You may be woken up by the domestic animals such as roosters or pigs early in the morning. After the breakfast, you will get a short transfer to the town for strolling around the colorful hill tribe market. The majority who live in Bac Ha is the Flower H’mong people. The colors at the market will tell why they have such a name. This is a great opportunity to learn the local trading, witness the local products for sales. The sounds, the smells and the colors will absolutely make you go Wow while busy taking photographs. After a Vietnamese lunch at a local restaurant, we will drive back down to Lao Cai City and onward up to Sapa town. Arrive in Sapa, check into your hotel and rest for the remainder of the day. Overnight in Sapa. Note: Hill tribe market calendar: Sunday: Bac Ha Market; Tuesday: Coc Ly Market; Saturday: Can Cau Market

    2 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 3

    MUONG HOA VALLEY TREK & DRIVE TO MU CANG CHAI

    2 stops
  • 3

    This morning, you will be transferred to a trekking point in Muong Hoa Valley where you will do a beautiful trek to visit a few villages of the Black H’mong and enjoy the terraced paddy fields in the area. Get picked up and drive back to town for lunch.

    3 hours • Admission ticket included
  • 4

    The afternoon is spent for a scenic drive to Mu Cang Chai, another rice terrace paradise. You may have time to get some stops on the way for taking pictures. Check in a stilt-house homestay of the Thai people nearby Mu Cang Chai town. Dinner and overnight there.

    3 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 4

    Trekking Mu Cang Chai

    1 stop
  • 5

    Today, we spend most of the day for a long scenic trek on small paths and back roads from Che Cu Nha to La Pan Tan as this is the best part of the region for you to admire the amazing rice terraced paddy. Simple picnic lunch is provided on the trek. Late in the afternoon, we drive to Tu Le town for a night at a local hotel.

    6 hours • Admission ticket included
    • Day 5

    TU LE - HANOI

    2 stops
  • 6

    This morning, we will take a short walk to visit Tu Le valley before checking out of your hotel room and drive back to Hanoi. Lunch is at a local restaurant on the way.

    3 hours • Admission ticket free
  • 7
    Hanoi

    Arrive in Hanoi and finish the tour at the door of your hotel.

    5 hours • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infant meals not included
  • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
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Cancellation Policy

If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

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