Ha Noi - Ha Giang

Old Quarter - Please ensure punctuality as per your voucher time at the designated meeting point for your overnight sleeper bus journey from Hanoi to Ha Giang.

Ha Giang - Heaven Gate - Tham Ma Pass - Vuong Palace - Dong Van

Quan Ba Heaven Gate - From its highest vantage point, Quan Ba Pass offers a sweeping view of Tam Son valley, with its winding limestone mountains and terraced fields. At the top, a quaint café provides an ideal spot to enjoy hot beverages like coffee or chocolate in the chilly weather. The highlight is the Quan Ba Twin/Fairy Breast Mountains—two rounded hills linked to the legend of a fairy mother nursing her child, appearing even more enchanting amidst the clouds. The steep, winding Bac Sum Pass, with its numerous hairpin turns, offers an exhilarating backpacking adventure.

Dong Van Karst Plateau Geopark - Thẩm Mã Pass is a picturesque mountain road in Hà Giang Province, situated between Yên Minh and Đồng Văn along the legendary Happiness Road (QL4C). Renowned for its dramatic, serpentine curves, Thẩm Mã is a favorite among motorbike enthusiasts and photographers seeking breathtaking views and unspoiled mountain beauty. The name “Thẩm Mã” translates to “Horse Testing Pass.” Historically, horses were tested here for their strength, with only the strongest able to carry goods over the challenging terrain. Today, it symbolizes endurance and the power of nature. As you ascend, panoramic views of terraced fields, limestone peaks, and remote H’mông villages unfold below. The best times to visit are early morning or late afternoon, when sunlight casts golden hues across the cliffs. Thẩm Mã Pass is an ideal stop to absorb the majestic landscape of northern Vietnam.

Dinh Vua Meo - The Vuong Palace (Dinh Vua Meo), located in Sa Phin Valley, Đồng Văn District, Hà Giang, was the former residence of Vuong Chinh Duc—known as the “Hmong King”—and a symbol of H’mông authority in the early 20th century. Constructed between 1919 and 1928 on a 1,200 m² turtle-shell shaped plot, it combines traditional H’mông materials with Chinese Qing-style architecture and French influences. Surrounded by thick walls, deep moats, and century-old trees, the two-story structure contains 64 rooms across three connected wings—front, center, and rear—each serving various functions from governance and worship to living quarters. Intricate carvings of dragons, phoenixes, bats, and poppy motifs reflect wealth, spirituality, and the family’s historical involvement in the opium trade. Declared a national architectural relic in 1993, the palace survived the French and American wars. Today, its descendants maintain the site, offering visitors insight into the rich cultural and political heritage of Hà Giang’s H’mông people.

Dong Van - Đồng Văn is a highland district in Hà Giang, situated in Vietnam’s northernmost region. Known for its rugged limestone mountains and terraced fields, Đồng Văn is the heart of the UNESCO-recognized Dong Van Karst Plateau Geopark. The district is home to many ethnic groups, including the H’mông, Tay, and Lô Lô, providing visitors with a rich cultural tapestry. A must-visit site is the Đồng Văn Old Quarter, featuring century-old houses and traditional markets. The Lũng Cú Flag Tower, marking Vietnam’s northernmost point, and the Vuong Palace—a former royal H’mông residence—are iconic landmarks nearby. Each Sunday, the Đồng Văn Market comes alive with colorful ethnic costumes, local produce, and handicrafts. Whether trekking through rocky plateaus, discovering hidden villages, or immersing in ethnic culture, Đồng Văn offers a truly authentic and unforgettable Ha Giang experience.

Dong Van - Ma Pi Leng Pass - Meo Vac - Du Gia village

Ma Pi Leng Pass - Ma Pi Leng Pass, located in Đồng Văn District, Hà Giang, is one of Vietnam’s most stunning mountain passes. Stretching about 20 kilometers along the Happiness Road between Đồng Văn and Mèo Vạc, it rises over 1,500 meters above sea level. The pass winds dramatically through towering limestone cliffs and deep river valleys, offering panoramic views of the majestic Nho Quế River below. Ma Pi Leng, meaning “horse’s nose bridge” in H’mông language, reflects its steep, rugged terrain—once deemed impassable. Constructed by hand in the 1960s by local ethnic groups, it stands as a testament to determination and resilience. At the Sky Walk or Ma Pi Leng Panorama, visitors can marvel at cliffs plunging vertically to the emerald river, especially breathtaking at sunrise or sunset. This pass is a highlight of the Ha Giang Loop, attracting adventurers, bikers, and photographers seeking Vietnam’s raw, untouched natural beauty.

Meo Vac - Mèo Vạc is a remote mountainous district in Hà Giang Province, nestled along the famous Happiness Road in northern Vietnam. Surrounded by towering limestone peaks and steep valleys, it is a vital stop on the Ha Giang Loop, particularly known for its proximity to the iconic Ma Pi Leng Pass. The district is home to diverse ethnic minorities such as the H’mông, Dao, and Lô Lô, who maintain rich cultural traditions. Each Sunday, the vibrant Mèo Vạc market becomes a hub of local life—where people gather in colorful costumes to trade goods, livestock, and socialize. One of the most impressive sights is the Nho Quế River, winding through deep canyons, offering scenic boat rides and trekking opportunities. Mèo Vạc also features peaceful villages like Pa Vi with charming homestays. With its raw natural beauty and cultural richness, Mèo Vạc offers an authentic, unforgettable highland experience in Vietnam’s far north.

Du Gia - Arrive at Du Gia village around 4 PM. Check into your homestay, freshen up, and enjoy a relaxing dinner with the family. Accommodation is through community-based homestays, typically traditional wooden houses perched on stilts. Communal dinners with rice wine and cultural evenings with folk music.

Du Gia - Du Gia waterfall - Lung Tam village - Ha Giang - Sapa

Du Gia - Du Gia Waterfall is located in Du Gia Commune, Yen Minh District, about 70km from Ha Giang City, and is a prominent stop on the Ha Giang Loop. This multi-tiered waterfall, about 6m high, cascades into a clear blue lake, perfect for swimming, bathing, or even cliff jumping. Visiting often includes a short trek through the lush forest, providing an experience close to pristine nature. Surrounding the waterfall are Tay and H’Mong villages with simple but cozy homestays, Wi-Fi available, and local food services such as thang co and five-color sticky rice. This destination offers a blend of majestic nature, unique culture, and a sense of peaceful relaxation.

Lung Tam Village - Lung Tam in Quản Bạ, Hà Giang, is a traditional H’mông weaving village renowned for its meticulous linen and brocade craft. Nestled in a verdant valley beside the Miên River and encircled by limestone peaks, Lung Tam offers stunning natural beauty. Women in the village tend their own flax plots, manually extracting fibers and processing them through soaking, steaming, and waxing before dyeing. The linen undergoes over 40 handcrafted stages—spinning, weaving, hand-embroidery, and indigo dyeing—using natural pigments from forest leaves and bark. A single indigo shade may require months of soaking and drying to achieve its vibrant, long-lasting depth. Beyond witnessing skilled craftsmanship, visitors can don traditional H’mông attire, stroll along the peaceful valley, stay in local homestays, and purchase handmade products like scarves, bags, and clothing. Lung Tam’s cooperative model not only preserves cultural heritage but also boosts incomes, with goods exported to over 20 countries.

Ha Giang - The Ha Giang Loop concludes at 3-4 PM at our hostel in Ha Giang. You can freshen up and wait for the bus to pick you up for Sapa (6 hours). You will arrive in Sapa around midnight and have a room to rest.

Sapa - Y Linh Ho - Lao Chai - Ta Van villages

Y Linh Ho - Y Linh Ho Village is a tranquil H’Mông and Dao settlement about 5 km southwest of Sapa, nestled in the lush Muong Hoa Valley. Named after its founder, Mr. Ly Linh Ho, the village remains delightfully rustic and less touristy compared to nearby hamlets. The village is divided into two hamlets—Y Linh Ho 1 & 2—home to about 200 households who maintain traditional bamboo stilt houses and farming lifestyles. Trekking gently from Sapa, stroll along the valley, cross the Lao Chai San 2 suspension bridge, and mingle with friendly locals practicing clothes dyeing, weaving brocade, and other ethnic crafts. Overall, Y Linh Ho is a hidden gem—offering authentic rural charm, immersive cultural experiences, photogenic landscapes, and peaceful trekking. Ideal for those seeking a serene escape from crowded tourist trails.

Lao Chai - Lao Chai Village, nestled approximately 7 km southeast of Sapa in the picturesque Muong Hoa Valley, is a serene getaway famous for its stunning terraced rice fields and rich ethnic culture. Home to around 100 Black H’mông households (plus Giay and Yao communities), with traditional bamboo and wooden stilt homes clinging to lush, layered slopes. Best visited between April–June (flooding season) and September–October (harvest time), when the fields reflect dazzling sunshine or glow golden like “a sea of gold.” Gentle trekking paths wind through paddies, past streams and villages, offering perfect photo spots and immersive nature strolls. Artisans here craft brocade, textiles, and silver jewelry—visitors can try weaving themselves and buy authentic souvenirs directly from the makers. Lao Chai is an unspoiled gem—peaceful, culturally vibrant, and scenically mesmerizing—inviting travelers to slow down and truly connect with the soul of Sapa.

Ta Van Village - Ta Van Village, nestled about 3 km from Lao Chai village in the scenic Muong Hoa Valley, is a picturesque community home to H’mông, Giay, and Red Dao ethnic groups. With roughly 150–200 households, the village lies peacefully along terraced rice paddies and the Muong Hoa stream, offering postcard-perfect landscapes. Beyond natural beauty, Ta Van offers cultural richness: traditional weaving, ethnic cuisine (five-color sticky rice, grilled stream fish), herbal baths, and sunset bamboo dances around campfires. Overnight in a local homestay to experience warm hospitality, savor home-cooked dishes like five-color sticky rice and grilled stream fish, and even share evening rice wine by the hearth. The village also hosts small ethnic festivals in spring, with folk games and dances around campfires—offering a window into living traditions.

Ta Van - Giang Ta Chai village Sapa - Ha Noi

Giang Ta Chai Village - Giang Ta Chai is a charming Red Dao village located about 5 km from Ta Van village in the Muong Hoa Valley, perched atop a lush, terraced landscape. Trekking routes wind through bamboo groves, across suspension bridges over Muong Hoa stream, offering intimate encounters with nature and hill tribe life.

Sapa - The tour concludes at 2-3 PM. The driver will pick you up and return to Saparis Station Hostel. You can freshen up and wait for the bus to take you back to Hanoi. The bus departs every hour.

Old Quarter - The 6-day Ha Giang and Sapa trekking tour concludes around 3-4 PM. A luxury bus will be arranged to pick you up at Saparis Station Hostel for the journey back to Hanoi. The Sapa to Hanoi route takes approximately 6 hours.

• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
• Entrance fee
• Transportation

• Tips
• Personal expenses
• All services and items are not included

1. Merging the Ha Giang Loop easy rider with the most stunning trekking in the North
   Sapa: renowned for its terraced fields, Muong Hoa valley, Ta Van village, Lao Chai, Y Linh Ho, and more.
   Ha Giang: untamed and grand with the Dong Van stone plateau, Ma Pi Leng pass, Du Gia village, Lung Cu, and others.
   -> This is a distinctive combination tour, offering a complete experience of diverse nature and culture in one journey.
2. Embark on a genuine trekking adventure
   Rather than just “checking in” by car, this tour emphasizes trekking 5-15km daily, navigating through villages, terraced fields, mountain passes, and places rarely visited.
3. Reside in a traditional homestay - live like a local
   Instead of a luxury hotel, stay in a stilt house or a local’s ground house, cook together, dine together, bathe in Red Dao herbal medicine, and listen to village tales.
   -> For those seeking a deep, authentic, and leisurely experience rather than “traveling just to see,” the 6-day trekking tour of Sapa & Ha Giang is a unique and rewarding choice.

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