2 - Day Trekking in Sapa with Local Guide and Homestay

Sapa, Vietnam
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Duration2 days
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LanguagesEnglish, French
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Day 1: Sa Pa and the villages

* Sa Pa – Ta Phin – Sa Seng – Hang Da.

Distance: 10 km – Duration: 4 to 5 hours walking.

Your local Guide will pick you up at your Inn between 9am and 9.30am.

Day 2: Hau Chu Ngai – Thao Hong Den – Giang Ta Chai

*Distance: 6 km – Duration: 5 to 6 hours walking.

You will have Breakfast at the homestay, then your Guide will leave for the second day hike.

This hike is quite short, so you can leave earlier or later depending on your availability and that of your Guide.

Includes: French Guide, lunch, a small bottle of water per person, transportation from the village to Sa Pa.

Not included: drinks, tips for the Guide.

Note: if you like rice terraces, forest, rice fields, picturesque villages and lively tourist routes, this tour is for you.

What's included

  • Private transportation
  • Government Fees
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Breakfast
  • Parking Fees
  • Gratuities
  • Drinks

What to expect

Day 1: Sa pa - Ma Tra - Suoi Ho - Hang da
  1. Ta Phin Village
    3h · Admission ticket included
    Famous Red Dao Village with unique culture

    Ta Phin is the main Red Dao village, famous for:

    Her red suits delicately embroidered by hand

    Its traditional customs and unique festivals

    The warm welcome of the inhabitants

    Visitors are always impressed by the richness of its cultural identity and the simplicity of its exchanges.
    1. The preserved and peaceful H'Mong village

    Ma Tra is home to the H'Mong people. This ancient village is famous for its simple wooden roofs and traditional lifestyle, almost intact. Untouristic, it offers a rare feeling of peace and simplicity.

    2. Beautiful rice terraces “at the height of Sa Pa”.
  2. Hang Da Village
    4h · Admission ticket included
    The H'Mong village has remained virtually intact.

    Hang Da village is home to the black H'Mong people and has remained sheltered from mass tourism.

    Visitors can discover:

    Traditional wooden houses scattered on the mountainside

    A rustic and authentic way of life

    Peace and tranquility that few places in Sa Pa still retain

    It is an ideal place for tourists wishing to discover authentic indigenous culture.
    Exceptional location – breathtaking views of Muong Hoa Valley

    Ban Hang Da is located at altitude, offering a plunging view of Muong Hoa Valley:

    Muong Hoa Valley

    Rice terraces

    Streams, hills and surrounding mountains

    The landscape is particularly beautiful during the rice growing season and the golden season, ideal for photography and hiking.
Day 2: Hang da - Hau Chu Ngai - Hau Thao
  1. Hau Thao
    3h
    Stunning views of the entire Muong Hoa Valley

    Hau Thao, located on the mountainside, offers one of the most beautiful panoramas of Sa Pa:

    Rice terraces stretch as far as the eye can see to Ta Van - Lao Chai

    Muong Hoa Creek flows through the valley

    The charming little villages H'Mong and Giay are revealed below

    It is the perfect place to admire the sunrise and sunset and take great pictures of landscapes.
    The black Hmong village has preserved its authenticity.

    Hau Thao is mainly inhabited by the black Hmong people and preserves:

    Wooden houses and rustic adobe houses

    Traditional slash and burn agriculture

    Typical linen and indigo costumes

    The village has retained its rustic character, little commercialized, making it ideal for tourists wishing to discover an authentic culture.
  2. Giang Ta Chai Village
    3h · Admission ticket included
    The pristine village of the black Hmong, nestled in the heart of the valley

    Giang Ta Chai is home to the black Hmong people and has preserved its rustic and authentic character.

    Visitors will discover:

    Simple wooden houses, nestled on the mountainside

    A simple agricultural life

    A peaceful and serene atmosphere, surrounded by mountains and forests

    This village is one of those who have preserved the soul of Sa Pa.
    The rice terraces are beautiful and stretch as far as the eye can see.

    The village is located in the heart of the rice terraces of the Muong Hoa Valley, offering a particularly photogenic landscape:

    The bright freshness and greenness of rice in May-June

    The flamboyant golden colors of rice in September-October

    The small dirt roads winding between the rice fields are perfect for hiking and photography.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

Welcome to Sapa! Before the activity begins, your Guide will pick you up at the Inn Reception. He will hold a sign in your name and wait for you for 15 minutes.

You will find your driver at his license plate (24S1 - 125.05). He will be waiting for you outside the Inn as soon as you are ready (e).

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • 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

Cancellation policy

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

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