Lao Cai - Cao Son (Scheduled for Tuesday)

Muong Khuong - Begin the tour with a drive to Muong Khuong district. Along the way, enjoy the breathtaking views of tea plantations and lush green pine forests. Additionally, encounter the Giay ethnic group in their vibrant traditional attire in Ban Lau or Thanh Binh.

At 10:00 am, arrive at Cao Son, check into Cao Son Lodge, and unwind before embarking on the afternoon adventure.
In the afternoon, the program continues with a walk to the tranquil village of Tin Thang. Explore the village and experience the local lifestyle. Discover the traditional methods of making bacon, and savor the corn wine and corn cake offered by the locals.

Cao Son Market – Sapa (Scheduled for Wednesday)

Cao Son Market - Cao Son market is the smallest in the region, nestled among pine forests and villages.

Upon arrival, take a leisurely stroll to explore the market. Here, you will encounter various ethnic minority groups in their colorful traditional attire, such as the H’mong, Black Dao, Tay, and Nung. The market offers a diverse array of products, including food, agricultural materials, and fabrics sold by the locals. Additionally, you may experience the warm hospitality of the Flower Hmong people, who might invite you to enjoy a cup of corn wine.

After leaving the market, continue the tour by visiting a Flower H’mong or Tay village.

Following this, return to Muong Khuong for lunch at a local restaurant. After lunch, travel back to Sapa, concluding the tour.

Sapa - Ta Phin - Mong Sen - Lao Cai (Scheduled for Thursday)

Ta Phin Village - On the third day, travel to Ta Phin village, home to the Red Dao and Black Hmong communities. Here, observe the distinct cultural life of these two major ethnic groups, who coexist harmoniously while preserving their traditions across generations. Walk through the village lanes to visit local homes, where the unique architectural styles and furniture arrangements, as well as their handicrafts, will captivate you.

After leaving the village, descend a dirt trail through a mountainous area. Along the way, enjoy stunning views of the magnificent rice terraces and cornfields. Keep your camera ready to capture these beautiful scenes. Pause for lunch at a scenic spot.

Lao Cai - After lunch and a brief rest, continue the tour by trekking downhill to Mong Sen, where a car will be waiting to take you back to Lao Cai station. From there, board a comfortable train back to Hanoi.

• Boat on Chay River (if any)
• Lunch
• English speaking guide as mentioned on the program
• Dinner
• In-vehicle air conditioning
• Breakfast
• Accommodation based on double/twin sharing with breakfast
• Entrance fee as mentioned in the program

• Any services not mentioned in the program
• Drinks, other meals, TIP and personal expenses

This tour is perfectly designed to provide tourists an opportunity to enjoy the beauty of many highlights in Lao Cai. You will visit and explore Cao Son which is considered the most stunning area of Lao Cai Province with lovely weather, spectacular landscapes and distinctive cultural values of local hill tribes. In addition, you will visit famous traditional markets, learn and engage in the local life, enjoy their traditional dishes.

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