Sapa Hiking Tour: Explore Vietnam's Ethnic Villages

Embark on a 3-day trekking adventure in Sapa, Vietnam, exploring tribal villages, immersing in local life, and experiencing stunning landscapes and rich culture. Stay in homestays and enjoy warm hospitality.

Duration: 3 days
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights

Hanoi – Sapa – Y Linh Ho Village – Lao Chai - Ta Van

Old Quarter - 06:30: Be ready at your hotel lobby in the Old Quarter of Hanoi and the bus will come to pick you up.

Sapa - 07:00: The bus leaves Hanoi for Sapa. Enjoy the views of the countryside on the way, and the bus will make 2 stops for a short break. When you arrive in Sapa at about 13:00, you will be transferred by van to the Sapa House Hotel (3 Thac Bac, Sapa), where you will have lunch and relax. Our guide will then greet you and give you additional details about the trek.

Y Linh Ho - 14:30, you will start your trek and head through the fields to Y Linh Ho village, the home of the Black H’mong people. The Black H’mong are proud of their culture, and they have their own language and wear traditional indigo blue clothing.
The trek to the village will give you an opportunity to admire beautiful nature, take photographs of hereditary terraces that are estimated to be around 100 years old, and see the daily life of the locals. After about two hours of trekking, you will reach Y Linh Ho village, located in a beautiful area by the Muong Hoa River.

Ta Van - Continue trekking to Lao Chai village to learn more about the local culture and customs. The trek on the narrow paths through the fields will bring you closer to local life. After some relaxing time, you will walk to Ta Van village to visit the Dzay people. The Dzay minority in Ta Van has its own distinct culture and lifestyle. They live in mountain valleys near their fields, where they cultivate wet rice.
Upon arrival at the homestay, take some time to discover the surrounding area before enjoying a delicious dinner at 18:30.
Overnight in Heaven homestay in Ta Van village.

Ta Van – Giang Ta Chai

Giang Ta Chai Village - After having breakfast, at 09:00 you will say goodbye to your hosts and continue your trek through an enchanting bamboo forest and a waterfall to visit Giang Ta Chai village, where you can see the Red Dzao people. The women of the Red Dzao have very colorful red embroidery, coins on their clothing, and wear red scarves on their heads. Some of the women shave their eyebrows because they believe a hairless face is beautiful.
Lunch and dinner at Giang Ta Chai local house.

Overnight in a traditional local house in Giang Ta Chai village.

Giang Ta Chai – Su Pan – Hau Thao – Sapa – Hanoi

Su Pan - 08:00: Wake up and enjoy the fresh air in the village with the sounds of the morning, have breakfast in a high mood.
09:00: You will say goodbye to your hosts and continue trekking to Su Pan village
Su Pan Sapa Village is located on the slopes of Na Trong rocky mountain, overlooking the Muong Hoa valley with a beautiful view. Coming here, you can see a land that is gentle, quiet and shy like a muse. The beauty of Su Pan is gentle, contemplative and internal, not ostentatious or based on artificial things.

Hau Thao - 11:00: Discover Hau Thao village - place to see best view
Hau Thao has the fields spreading along the mountainside, going all the way to the stream bank, crept next to the forests creating a very impressive scene. A picture of a highland with rolling clouds and mountains, rice terraces. One of the factors that make up the attraction of Hau Thao commune in Sapa is the beautiful sea of white clouds that visitors easily encounter to explore.
12:30: Having lunch at Hau Thao village with local food

Sapa - 13:00 – 13:30: The car will pick you up to come back to Sapa town, you will have time to relax at the Sapa House Hotel in Sapa until you are picked up to board your afternoon bus back to Hanoi

Hanoi - 13:00 – 13:30: The car will pick you up to come back to Sapa town, you will have time to relax at the Sapa House Hotel in Sapa until you are picked up to board your afternoon bus back to Hanoi

What's Included
  • Insurance during the time using the bus
  • Transportation: comfortable air-conditioned bus from Hanoi to Sapa and back
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • English-speaking local guide
  • Breakfast
  • All fees and/or taxes
  • 2 nights at a homestay in Ta Van village and Giang Ta Chai village
What's Not Included
  • Drinks and tips
  • Travel insurance
  • Single room surcharge 20$
  • All other services not expressly stated to be included
Additional Information

Engage in physical activity as you marvel at the breathtaking vistas of northern Vietnam and forge connections with others. On this three-day trek, take breaks at several small indigenous communities to observe rural living and to gain insight into the ways of the ethnic groups. By opting for homestays, you immerse yourself in local customs.

  • Experience a cozy trip to and from Sapa aboard an air-conditioned coach.
  • Immerse yourself in authentic village life through this captivating expedition.
  • Explore the awe-inspiring topography and abundant heritage of Vietnam’s traditional villages.
  • Relish in the friendly reception provided by your native guide.
Cancellation Policy

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

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Ross
Aug 4, 2023
Sapa Trekking and homestay experience amazing - Incredible experience with the views and meeting the beautiful local people (tribes) of Sapa. Stay in the homestays for the most wholesome experience. The people are so kind and friendly, plus the food they make is amazing. Couldn't recommend this place and experience enough!
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Departure12314701635
Jul 14, 2023
Excellent! Must recommended - Sapa Fantasy Homestay is the one who is looking for a place to stay like family.The owner Chin and Cha treated me as a family member and stay was awesome. I initially booked the room for 3 nights and extended for 2 weeks.Best place to stay if anyone want to do trekking to TA Van and other nearby villages in Sapa . Newly build house , Delicious food,breathtaking view,very comfortable bed , hot shower and best place to start trekking. Highly recommended to book this place
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Louisv227
May 26, 2023
Best homestay in Sa Pa - I had an amazing stay in the Song family! These people are incredibly welcoming and kind, the food was amazing, the bed really comfortable and they helped me plan my trip around sa pa. Chinh even brought me to a cascade with his motorbike to have a swim. I recommend 100% this homestay.
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178yifatc
Apr 7, 2023
Amazing experience, great hospitality - We spent the night at this home stay and it was amazing! Chin and his family are the nicest, they made us feel at home and provided everything we needed with a smile. The food was amazing, the facilities are excellent and everything was very clean. Overall I strongly recommend!
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Ivorjonker
Oct 16, 2023
Great stay for trekking away from tourist hotspots - A beautiful hidden gem just outside the more touristic places. Comfortable beds, proper hot shower and lovely food. Great place to sleep when trekking through the area. A nice twist to the evening was the fun drinking game and easy talking about life in the area.
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Coraliefauq
Mar 24, 2023
Fantastic - This trip was amazing. The landscape are indescribable and the local people very kind with me. The guide is very good and speak good English
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J8371fkfrancescag
Jan 23, 2024
Beautiful hiking, lovely people, disorganized transport - The good: Sa Pa and the surrounding villages are beautiful. Quiet place to get out of the bustling city and enjoy the mountains and rice terraces. Our homestay hosts were kind and hospitable, providing delicious food after a solid day of trekking. We learned so much about the way of life of the different tribes in the area. Bring or rent rainboots -- it's VERY muddy! The bad: Transportation to/from Sa Pa was completely disorganized. I was told by one person from the tour company to meet the bus outside my hotel lobby, then another to meet at the tour office. I arrived at the office at 6am and the person there had no idea a bus was coming. On the way back to Hanoi, it was also unclear which bus we should get on and there was no list of stops on our tickets.
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