Sapa – Lao Chai – Ta Van – Giang Ta Chai – Bac Ha Market 4 Days – 3 Nights

4 Days - 3 Nights | By Overnight Train or Sleeper Bus

Trip Summary:

Experience the vibrant ethnic culture and breathtaking landscapes of Northern Vietnam in this 4-day adventure. Trek through lush valleys, visit minority villages, and explore the iconic Bac Ha Market - the largest and most colorful hill-tribe market in the region. Ideal for cultural explorers and nature lovers!

Tour Price:

• By Overnight Train: $145 / person
• By Sleeper Bus: $109 / person

Tour Includes:

• Pick-up from your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter
• Return train tickets (4-berth, air-conditioned, soft sleeper)
• or Sleeper bus (AC berth, direct)
• English-speaking local guide
• All sightseeing and entrance fees
• Meals as mentioned (B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner)

Accommodation:

• 1 night homestay in Ta Van Village
• 1 night hotel in Sapa (twin/double sharing)
• Transport during tour (bus & trekking support)

Excludes:

• Personal expenses (drinks, laundry, etc.)
• Travel insurance
• Tips for guide and driver

What to Bring:

• Sunblock, hat, insect repellent
• Rain gear, comfortable walking shoes
• Warm clothing (cool evenings year-round)
• Camera, portable charger
• Original passport (required for train travel)

Itinerary Details

Night 1: Hanoi - Lao Cai (Overnight Train/Bus)

• Train Option: Pick-up from hotel around 20:00, transfer to Hanoi Station for the overnight train to Lao Cai. Sleep in a soft-sleeper berth (4-bed, AC cabin).
• Bus Option: Sleeper bus departs at 21:00 from hotel. Comfortable berth with direct transfer to Sapa.

Day 1: Sapa - Y Linh Ho - Lao Chai - Ta Van (B, L, D)

05:00 - Arrive at Lao Cai station. Transfer uphill to Sapa (1 hour).

• Breakfast at hotel and tour briefing.
• Begin a 12 km trek through stunning rice terraces and remote H’mong villages:
  • Y Linh Ho & Lao Chai - Black H’mong tribe
  • Picnic lunch by the stream
  • Continue to Ta Van Village - home of the Dzay people
• Dinner and overnight at a local homestay in Ta Van.

Day 2: Ta Van - Giang Ta Chai - Su Pan - Sapa (B, L, D)

• Enjoy a traditional breakfast at the homestay
• Begin trekking through bamboo forests to Giang Ta Chai (Red Dao people)
• Continue along mountain trails to Su Pan Village
• Scenic views of rice fields and minority villages
• Afternoon: transfer by bus back to Sapa
• Free time in town, dinner, and overnight at hotel

Day 3: Sapa - Bac Ha Market - Lao Cai - Hanoi (B, L, D)

08:00 - Depart for Bac Ha Market (2.5 hours by car)

• Explore the largest and most colorful hill-tribe market in the region:
  • Meet locals from Flower H’mong, Tay, Dzay, and other tribes
  • Browse local handicrafts, textiles, food, buffalo trading, and homemade corn wine
• Lunch in Bac Ha town
• Afternoon: Visit the Vietnam-China border gate in Lao Cai
• Dinner near the train station
• Night train or bus back to Hanoi

Day 4: Hanoi Arrival

05:00 - Arrive at Hanoi Train Station (Tran Quy Cap)

• Tour ends. Take a taxi to your hotel on your own.

Note:

If you wish to extend your stay in Sapa, please inform our staff upon booking. Customizations available.