Sapa - Bac Ha Adventure by Shuttle bus

Sapa - Bac Ha Adventure by Shuttle bus

Traveling by limousine Van (09 seats / Hanoi - Sapa & Lao Cai - Hanoi) is a great budget way for you to explore Sapa & Bac Ha. This private trip in the Sapa region invites you to experience cultural diversity, visit small villages nestled in the enchanting rice terraces and visit traditional colourful markets.
- Visit villages of ethnic people: Red Dzao, Black H'mong
- New trekking trail to villages nested in the enchanting rice terraces and mountain landscapes
- Bac Ha outdoor market

Itinerary

Day 1: The highest mountain Tram Ton pass & off beaten trek to Sin Chai village

Stop At: Sapa, Số 1 Hoàng Liên, TT. Sa Pa, Sa Pa, Lào Cai, Vietnam
6:30 - 7:30 AM: Get pick up at your hotel by shuttle bus then transfer to Sapa, the French colonist - built mountain town. The journey in 6 hours on new highway offers you special views of rural countryside, mountain and river landscapes. Arrival in Sapa around 1:00 PM, drop off at your hotel (in sapa town), have a rest and lunch by your own.

2:00 PM: Meet your private tour guide at hotel then drive to Tram Ton pass with stunning views of the Fanxipang Mountain and valley. Countinue to the Silver waterfall that is the biggest one in Sapa region. Hike up 200 steps and cross the bridge to get as close as possible to the waterfall, enjoy the views (when the weather is clear).

After that set off the trek to Sin Chai village, home of over 60 Black H’mong families. Immersing yourself in the beauty of nature from flowers, vegetables and medicine plant farms to amazing rice terraces. Walk along the path to Sin Chai village and discover the story of the Black H’Mong people who immigrated to these mountains centuries ago. The distinct of cultures, languages and lifestyles that make this group is so fascinating. Visit a primary school and an authentic H’mong house then get a transfer back to the town.
Duration: 4 hours

No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight at Sapa Elegance Hotel, 3 star, Deluxe Room

Day 2: Trek from Ban Khoang to Ta Phin, home of Red Dao people, travel to Bac Ha

Stop At: Sapa, Số 1 Hoàng Liên, TT. Sa Pa, Sa Pa, Lào Cai, Vietnam
8:00 AM: Travel from Sapa on direction to Silver waterfall. Travel on a less touristic road to the isolated up-hill Ban Khoang village. Today we will take an off the beaten trek of 12 km up and downhill on a new trail to explore the primitive culture of the Red Zao who is well-known for the most beautiful attire in Sapa.

After a picnic lunch (or early lunch at a local restaurant) in the village, follow a small hill path, trek through the corn–farm to a rainforest with amazing views of rice terraces, and on season, you may see local people and buffalos work on the field. Stop to visit orchid gardens that supply even the biggest of cities demands for the New Years decorations. As you towards the Ta Phin village, be greeted as family members by villagers. Explore the unique culture and daily life of the Red Dao people who immigrated to this mountain from China, even have a special traditional herb bath.

Pick up by driver then transfer to Bac Ha. Located at an altitude of 1000m, Bac Ha is home to several ethnic groups such as the colorful Hmong, Phu La and Tay. Bac Ha region is well known for its weekly, colorful markets surrounded by wild and beautiful scenery. The markets are not only for the exchange of goods but it has also been for the cultural exchange of the ethnic groups for centuries.

Note: Trekking shoes are required
Duration: 4 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Huy Trung homestay (private room)

Day 3: Typical mountain market, travel to Hanoi

Stop At: Bac Ha Market, Bac Ha 330000 Vietnam
7:00 AM: Start to explore Bac Ha, it is possible to visit a colorful, ethnic market (Coc Ly market on Tuseday, Bac Ha market on Sunday, Can Can market on Saturday). Enjoy the striking atmosphere with so many goods such as vegetables, poultry, horses and buffalos while capturing many minority groups in their best colorful clothing of the week. After visiting the market, take a walk through some idyllic ethnic villages, which is a typical Bac Ha landscape, interspersed with corn fields, cassava hills and clay houses, plum gardens adorned by H'Mong women and their colorful dresses will accompany you throughout the trip.

3:30 PM: Pick up by shuttle bus in Lao Cai city for a transfer to Hanoi. Arrivel to your hotel arround 8:00 PM
Note: Start the day early to witness the beauty of market
Duration: 4 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
No accommodation included on this day.