Hanoi - Ha Giang

Ha Giang - Your driver and guide will pick you up as you leave the bustling city behind, heading towards the picturesque countryside of Ha Giang via Tuyen Quang. Arriving in Ha Giang by early afternoon, you’ll check into a local Tay homestay. Enjoy a short walk around the rice fields or take a gentle trek to a waterfall, where you can cool off by joining the local children in the pools. Dinner and an overnight stay with the local community await you in the village.

• A 5-7 km walk.

Ha Giang - Dong Van

Dong Van - After breakfast, embark on a drive to the Dong Van Karst Plateau. Along the way, you’ll witness the beauty of Pac Sum Pass, Heaven Gate, and Fairy Mountain in Quan Ba, with a view over Tam Son Town. After lunch in Yen Minh, visit the charming Pao’s House, made famous by the film “The Story of Pao,” and take a stroll to Lung Cam B village, home to the Black H’mong communities. Explore the Vuong family’s residence (Palace of the Hmong King) before continuing to Dong Van town for dinner and an overnight stay at the Rocky Plateau Hotel.

• A 5-7 km walk.

Dong Van - Lung Cu

Lung Cu Flag Tower - Following breakfast, explore the Dong Van Old Quarter, with its character-filled houses, some dating back one or two centuries. Enjoy the serene and historic atmosphere of Dong Van. Spend the rest of the day traveling through the stunning and remote countryside of Dong Van, passing through several small villages. Visit ancient houses, Hmong minority villages, and trek to the flag tower atop Lung Cu Mountain to admire the ancient valley from above. The journey offers breathtaking views of picturesque valleys adorned with rice paddies and the warmth of the local people. The H’mong and Hoa ethnic minorities showcase their friendliness through colorful attire and warm hospitality. Return to the same hotel in Dong Van later.

• A 10-12 km walk.

Dong Van - Meo Vac - Ha Giang

Meo Vac - After breakfast, begin the return journey to Ha Giang via a different route. The van will pause at Ma Pi Leng Pass*, one of Vietnam’s most stunning road stretches, for a hike and photo opportunities of the mountains and deep valley below. Visit Meo Vac Market (if it’s market day) before returning to Ha Giang via Bao Lam, Bao Lac, and Bac Me. Stop for lunch along the way, arriving in Ha Giang by late afternoon. After checking into your hotel, enjoy leisure time to explore the town or recharge for the next day.

• Ma Pi Leng Pass is a challenging road, 20 kilometers long, with a mountain reaching 2,000 meters in height on the ‘Happiness’ road connecting Ha Giang, Dong Van, and Meo Vac town.

• An 8-10 km hike.

Ha Giang - Sin Man

Hoang Su Phi - After breakfast, embark on a full-day journey to Sin Man and Hoang Su Phi from Ha Giang Town. The rugged yet scenic route traverses dense jungle before descending to Sin Man. This day presents a real challenge for the driver, navigating winding roads with numerous hairpin bends and steep hills. Along the way, enjoy a three-hour hike to Nam Hong to meet various ethnic minority communities residing in the mountains. The Nung Ing, Tay, Red Dao, Dao Ao Dai, La Chi, and Co Lao are among the many hill tribe groups settled there. Overnight in a homestay in Hoang Su Phi.

• A 5-7 km hike.

Sin Man - Bac Ha

Bac Ha - Drive to Bac Ha, the capital of the Flower Hmong region, a relaxed base for exploring the northern highlands and hill-tribe villages. Visit “King Cat’s house,” another name for the Hmong King’s palace, before having lunch en route. Afterwards, trek to Ban Pho through valleys once used for corn and poppy cultivation during French colonial times.
Note: This drive through the mountainous roads of Hoang Su Phi offers breathtaking scenery, ensuring there’s no time for boredom.

• A 5-7 km hike.

Bac Ha - Sapa

Sapa - After breakfast at your hotel, embark on a full-day trek to explore Sapa’s cultural diversity and stunning natural beauty. Choose from three trekking options: Soft trek (~3 km), medium trek (~6 km), or long trek (~12 km). Trekking provides an excellent opportunity to explore daily life and learn about the cultures of the H’mong, Dzao, and Dzay people in the region. Enjoy lunch in a hill tribe village, followed by free exploration. In the evening, dine with a local family and spend the night in a traditional longhouse homestay.

Sapa - Hanoi

Hanoi - After breakfast at the homestay, your driver will take you back to Sapa Town. Enjoy free time to explore the hillside town at your leisure. In the afternoon, drive back to Lao Cai for the return journey to Hanoi. Consider taking a trip on the longest cable car system in Asia, departing from Sapa Town to the highest mountain peak in Southeast Asia, Fansipan, known as the ‘Roof of Indochina.’ The mountain’s highest point reaches 3,143m above sea level. The cable car ascent takes about 30 minutes, offering stunning views of terraced rice fields. Upon arrival, visit the temples and complete the climb by foot, just 600 stairs, or by funicular before returning to Sapa Town by car for an overnight hotel stay.

It is advisable to bring a jacket as temperatures drop and winds increase at this altitude.
(This service is not included – please inform us if you wish to add it.)

• Lunch
• Dinner
• All sightseeing tickets and travel permits
• Breakfast
• Accommodation at ecolodges, hotels, homestays as mentioned
• English speaking guide as per program

• Stamping fee for visa to Vietnam
• International flight and taxes
• Other personal expenses: drinks, souvenir, etc…
• Beverages
• Tips & other personal expenses

• For these special cases (wheelchair, stroller, animals,…), please contact directly to us for the best advises. We always try to meet all of your requirements or even exceed your expectation.

If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.