Sapa Adventure: Hard Trekking for 6 Days

Upon early arrival in Lao Cai, our team will pick you up for a scenic one-hour drive uphill in a shared mini van to Sapa. After breakfast at a local restaurant, we'll embark on a 6km journey along the main road to the starting point of our captivating village trek. As we trek, we'll be rewarded with awe-inspiring views of the Hoang Lien Son mountain range, with the chance to catch a glimpse of the majestic Fansipan Peak on clear days. Crossing a suspension bridge, we'll venture uphill to Y Linh Ho village, where we'll visit local H'mong families and observe their daily activities. After a delightful picnic lunch, our trail leads us through scenic landscapes for about 2 hours until we reach Lao Chai, a large H'mong village. We'll then follow the river bank to Ta Van village, home to the Zay people, where we'll have the opportunity to visit local homes and village schools. This cultural immersion and the breathtaking Muong Hoa Valley scenery will undoubtedly leave a lasting impression. For an unforgettable experience, you'll spend the night at a homestay in Ta Van Village. Night 2: Homestay Overnight in Ta Van Village.

After breakfast in Ta Van village, our journey continues along a picturesque footpath that winds through magnificent terraced rice paddies on the hillsides. Passing through a bamboo forest and a stunning waterfall, we'll reach Giang Ta Chai village, home to the Red Zao ethnic group. Here, you'll have the chance to interact with local women working on their beautiful embroidery and witness blacksmiths crafting farming tools and hunting rifles. Crossing the Muong Hoa river once more, we'll trek uphill to Su Pan village, where you'll be amazed by the unique houses built on steep rocky land, showcasing the ingenuity of the locals. Afterward, we'll trek downhill for about an hour until Ban Ho valley unfolds before our eyes. Late in the afternoon, we'll arrive in Ban Ho village, inhabited by the Tay people. Check in to a spacious local house built on stilts, where you'll enjoy dinner and a homestay experience. Night 3: Homestay Overnight in Ban Ho Village

Following breakfast, we'll embark on a one-hour trek to explore Ban Ho, a vast village of the Tay ethnic group known for their well-organized and spacious wooden houses built on stilts. Next, we'll ascend uphill to Nam Toong village, inhabited by the Red Zao people. Although the trail is steep, the breathtaking scenery at higher altitudes will reward your efforts. Nam Toong sits atop a hill and offers isolation and simple, rudimentary houses, but the locals are incredibly hospitable. Continuing our trek, we'll meander through hills and slopes for an hour, reaching Nam Keng and My Son, two small villages home to the Xa Pho ethnic minority, with a population of only about 4000 in Vietnam. The Xa Pho maintain a primitive way of life, relying on forest gathering, hunting, and slash-and-burn agriculture. You'll spend the night in this village. Night 4: Overnight in Homestay

Rise early to savor the refreshing morning air and observe the vibrant local life before breakfast. Witness the heartwarming sight of children trekking several kilometers up and down hills to reach their school, evidently cherishing their learning experience. Departing this humble village, we trek downhill to the river for a crossing and then uphill once more to reach Thanh Phu, another charming Tay village. Here, you'll have approximately two hours to leisurely explore the village before enjoying lunch. In the afternoon, we continue our trek for a few more hours, offering panoramic views of Ban Ho valley along the way. We'll be picked up and driven back to Sapa by jeep. Check into your basic hotel, and the evening is yours to enjoy at your leisure. Night 5: Overnight at a basic hotel in Sapa Town

Today is yours to explore Sapa town at your own pace. We recommend a visit to Sapa market, where you can encounter various tribal ethnic peoples such as Black H'mong, Red Zao, and Zay, who come from nearby villages to sell their agricultural and gathering products, including vegetables, bamboo shoots, mushrooms, and handmade handicrafts for souvenirs. Continue your walk to the church and ascend to the top of Ham Rong Mountain, where you can explore an orchid garden and a small museum showcasing the cultures of ethnic peoples in the Northwest. In the afternoon, around 3 PM, a mini van will pick you up and take you to the bus departure point. You will then board the sleeper bus to return to Hanoi, arriving at approximately 10 PM.