Be a Local: Sapa 2-Day Trekking & Homestay

Day 1: Sapa – Y Linh Ho – Lao Chai – Ta Van (Approx. 12 km trekking)

1. Y Linh Ho
   2h · Admission ticket included
   Y Linh Ho is a peaceful Black Hmong village located along the Muong Hoa Valley. Known for its scattered wooden houses and dramatic rice terraces carved into steep mountainsides, the village offers a raw, authentic glimpse into traditional Hmong life. Travelers can meet locals in their indigo-dyed clothing and enjoy breathtaking views of Sapa’s natural landscapes.
2. Lao Chai Trail
   2h · Admission ticket included
   Lao Chai is one of the largest Black Hmong villages in the Sapa region. Surrounded by lush rice fields and rolling hills, it is a cultural hub where visitors can observe daily farming activities, see traditional handicrafts, and interact with friendly villagers. Lao Chai also provides some of the best panoramic viewpoints in Muong Hoa Valley, making it a favorite for trekking and photography.
3. Ta Van Village
   2h · Admission ticket included
   Nestled at the bottom of Muong Hoa Valley, Ta Van is home to the Dzay ethnic minority. Known for their hospitality, the Dzay welcome travelers into family-run homestays, offering warm meals and cultural exchange. Staying overnight here is a highlight of any Sapa trek, allowing visitors to experience authentic village life while surrounded by serene rice terraces and mountain views.

Day 2: Ta Van – Bamboo Forest – Giang Ta Chai – Sapa (Approx. 10 km trekking)

1. Ta Van
   1h
   Nestled at the bottom of Muong Hoa Valley, Ta Van is home to the Dzay ethnic minority. Known for their hospitality, the Dzay welcome travelers into family-run homestays, offering warm meals and cultural exchange. Staying overnight here is a highlight of any Sapa trek, allowing visitors to experience authentic village life while surrounded by serene rice terraces and mountain views.
2. Giang Ta Chai Village
   2h · Admission ticket included
   The trek through Sapa’s Bamboo Forest is both peaceful and picturesque. Towering bamboo trees line the trails, creating a shaded path with streams and waterfalls nearby. This scenic route connects Ta Van and Giang Ta Chai villages, offering a natural retreat and a favorite spot for nature lovers and photographers.
3. Giang Ta Chai Village
   1h · Admission ticket included
   Giang Ta Chai is home to the Red Dao ethnic group, easily recognized by their colorful red headscarves and embroidered clothing. The village is set near a beautiful waterfall and offers panoramic views of valleys and rice terraces. Here, visitors can learn about Red Dao traditions, such as herbal medicine baths, and enjoy a quieter, less-touristy experience compared to other villages.

Pickup details

Our driver/guide will be waiting at the meeting point and will confirm your name for easy recognition

• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness