Private 3 Day Sapa and Mu Cang Chai Tour

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

Day 1
Sa Pa – O Quy Ho Pass – Tea Hill– Mù Cang Chải
7 stops
1
Silver Waterfall is one of Sapa's most famous natural attractions, plunging dramatically down a rocky cliff face from a height of over 200 meters. Located right by National Highway 4D, its spectacular location is easily accessible. The torrent of water creates a constant white foam that makes the waterfall look like a cascading silver ribbon against the green backdrop of the mountains, which is how it earned its name
1 hour • Admission ticket included
2
Tucked deep inside the lush Hoàng Liên National Park, the Love Waterfall is known for its romantic and gentle beauty, contrasting with the sheer power of the nearby Silver Waterfall. The water cascades down from a height of about 100 meters into a lovely natural pool. A 1.5 km scenic trek through a beautiful, moss-covered bamboo forest and along the Gold Stream (Suối Vàng) leads visitors to the base of the falls
1 hour • Admission ticket included
3
Perched high on the O Quy Ho Pass, the Lonely Tree has become one of Sa Pa’s most iconic viewpoints. Standing alone against the backdrop of towering mountains and drifting clouds, this solitary tree perfectly captures the wild and poetic spirit of the Northwest.
30 minutes • Admission ticket included
4
Located on the way from Sa Pa to Mù Cang Chải, Tan Uyen Tea Hills feature rolling green fields that stretch as far as the eye can see. The landscape is especially stunning in the early morning, when the mist floats gently above the tea plantations. Visitors can walk along the winding paths, watch local farmers picking fresh tea leaves, and enjoy the fresh, cool air of the highlands.
1 hour • Admission ticket included
5
Check in homestay
1 hour • Admission ticket free
6
La Pan Tan is home to the H’mong ethnic group and is well-known for its spectacular rice terraces that curve perfectly along the mountain slopes. The village offers authentic insight into local culture and traditional farming life. The highlight is the panoramic view from Mam Xoi Hill – the symbol of Mù Cang Chải’s beauty.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
7
Mam Xoi Hill is one of the most photographed viewpoints in Mù Cang Chải. From the top, visitors can admire the circular terraces shaped like a giant raspberry, especially stunning in harvest season when the rice turns a golden yellow. It’s an unforgettable spot to witness the harmony between human creativity and nature.
1 hour • Admission ticket included
Day 2
Explore Mù Cang Chải – Trekking through Terraced Rice Fields
3 stops
8
Named after its unique horseshoe-shaped rice terraces, Mong Ngua Hill is another spectacular viewpoint in Mù Cang Chải. The hill offers a perfect photo opportunity, especially during the rice-growing and harvest months. The surrounding scenery of mountains, small villages, and winding paths creates a peaceful and poetic atmosphere.
2 hours • Admission ticket included
9
Hidden deep in the mountains of Mù Cang Chải, the Bamboo Forest is a peaceful and enchanting place where tall green bamboo groves rise gracefully toward the sky. The forest creates a natural tunnel of light and shade, offering a calm and refreshing atmosphere that contrasts beautifully with the surrounding rice terraces. Walking through this serene forest, visitors can enjoy the sound of rustling leaves and birdsong, making it a perfect spot for photography and relaxation. The Bamboo Forest also reflects the harmony between local people and nature — a quiet reminder of the timeless beauty of Vietnam’s northwest mountains.
2 hours • Admission ticket included
10
Nhà Ngô Màng Mủ is a unique and increasingly popular cultural checkpoint in Mù Cang Chải, offering a vivid glimpse into the agricultural life and traditional customs of the local Mong ethnic group. The house was creatively established by a local resident, Giàng A Súa, in 2017. It's a striking transformation of a traditional dwelling/storage space, primarily designed to showcase the cultivation and preservation of corn (ngô), the Mong people's essential staple food.
2 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 3
Mù Cang Chải – Tu Le Valley – Return to Sa Pa
3 stops
11
Khau Pha Pass is one of the four great mountain passes of Northern Vietnam. Winding through steep cliffs and deep valleys, it offers a thrilling drive with breathtaking scenery. From the top, you can see Tu Le Valley stretching below like a green carpet – a truly unforgettable view for any traveler.
2 hours • Admission ticket included
12
Tu Le is a peaceful valley surrounded by mountains and rice terraces. It’s known for its natural hot springs and for being the home of the Thai ethnic group. Visitors can take a short walk through the village, see farmers working in the fields, and taste local sticky rice – one of the specialties of the region.
1 hour • Admission ticket included
13
Sapa
Return to Sapa
Admission ticket free

Additional info

• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

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