Walking tour to visit Y Linh Ho and Lao Chai villages

6 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English and 1 more

The tour starts at 8:30 AM from Sapa town. We begin trekking along a scenic trail down to Y Linh Ho and Lao Chai villages. Along the way, travelers can see buffaloes, horses, indigo plants, and admire the magnificent rice terraces of the Hoang Lien Son range. We’ll stop at several short viewpoints with stunning scenery for photos, rest, and fresh mountain air.
At Lao Chai (Muong Hoa Valley), you’ll see a clear stream, beautiful terraces, and learn how the Black H’mong people dye indigo and weave fabrics. After the visit, enjoy a local lunch at a family house with traditional dishes. Guests will have about 30 minutes to relax before a car takes you back to Sapa. Total trekking distance: around 9 km.

What's Included

Local tour guide
Bottled water
Lunch
There is a car to pick you up back to Sapa after the tour ends
Coffee and/or Tea
Alcoholic Beverages
Soda/Pop
Private transportation

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meeting point: In front of Sapa Stone Church, in the center of Sapa town. Please be at the meeting point 10 minutes before departure time. Your guide will wait for you there, wearing a traditional H’mong outfit and a hat. If you cannot find the guide, please contact us via WhatsApp or phone.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 6 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    Along the way, travelers can see buffaloes, horses, indigo plants, and admire the magnificent rice terraces of the Hoang Lien Son range.

    2 hours Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Explore the breathtaking Muong Hoa Valley on a full-day trekking tour from Sapa town. Begin your journey with a short drive to Y Linh Ho, then walk through stunning rice terraces and mountain landscapes. Along the trail, you will visit Lao Chai and Ta Van villages, home to the Black H’mong and Giay ethnic groups. Learn about their unique culture, daily life, and traditional crafts such as weaving and indigo dyeing. Enjoy plenty of photo stops with panoramic views of the valley and Fansipan Mountain. At noon, have a delicious local lunch at a family homestay, where you can relax and experience true local hospitality. After lunch, continue walking along the Muong Hoa Stream, breathe the fresh mountain air, and admire the peaceful scenery before returning by car to Sapa town in the late afternoon.

    3 hours Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • 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
Supplied by Sapa H'mong Traditional Homestay Experience

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Tags

Hiking Tours
Half-day Tours
Walking Tours
Nature Walks
Adventure Tours
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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