[Private] Bac Ha, Sapa and Mu Cang Chai - 5 days 4 nights

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Bac Ha Market - Vietnam — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Sapa - Northern Vietnam — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

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.

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At a glance

Duration: 5 days
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–8
Guide: English
Operated by: Custom Asia Travel

Ages: Children (4–11 years) · Adults (12–80 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Accommodation based on twin-shared basis at mentioned hotels or similar ones upon availability
Included: Bottled water on the vehicle
Included: Sightseeing tickets and entrence fees
Included: Private English speaking tour guide (other language is on request)
Included: Lunch
Included: Dinner
Included: Private air-conditioned vehicle transfers during tour with driver
Included: Breakfast

Not included

Not included: Travel insurance
Not included: Accommodation in Hanoi
Not included: Drinks and other meals
Not included: Tips for tour guide and driver
Not included: Personal expenses and others not mentioned clearly in the inclusion part

Itinerary

Day 1 · HANOI - DRIVE TO BAC HA

Bac Ha

8 hours

After breakfast, 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 beautifulcountryside 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.

After lunch, you will arrive at Bac Ha town by 1,5 hour drive. Take a short boat ride on Chay River (if thewater level permits), then stretch out with an easy walk to visit Trung Do village of the Tay ethnicminority people. Arrive at Bac Ha and check in a local homestay for the night.

Vietnamese meal · Vietnamese meal

Homestay

Day 2 · VISIT TO A HILL TRIBE MARKET & DRIVE TO SAPA

Bac Ha Market

2 hours

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

Provided by the host family · Vietnamese meal · Vietnamese meal

3-star hotel

Day 3 · MUONG HOA VALLEY TREK & DRIVE TO MU CANG CHAI

Muong Hoa Valley

3 hours

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.

Approx: 7km/ 3 hours
Mu Cang Chai

3 hours

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.

Served in the hotel · Vietnamese meal · Prepared by the host family

Homestay

Day 4 · Trekking Mu Cang Chai

Mu Cang Chai

6 hours

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.

Approx: 13km/ 6 hours

Provided by the host family · Picnic Lunch · Vietnamese meal

Homestay

Day 5 · TU LE - HANOI

Tu Le Valley

3 hours

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.
Hanoi

5 hours

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

provided by the lodge · Vietnamese meal

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

RedDoorz Plus near Benh Vien 108
Hotel Emerald Waters Classy
Leman Old Quarter
La Aurora Hang Hanh
Hanoi Jasmine Premium Hotel & Travel
Hanoi Rose Hotel
Amara Hanoi Hotel
S79 Ami Hotel
La Passion Premium Cau Go
Hanoi Moonlight Hotel
T Boutique Hotel
Euphoria Hotel & Spa

and 1,003 more pickup points

Using your ticket

A current valid passport is required on the day of travel

Hotel pickups commence prior to this time

Valid from the time you exchange your voucher, for the duration selected.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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