Y Linh Ho – Lao Chai – Ta Van – Giang Ta Chai – Hau Thao

Duration: 3 days 2 nights
Departure: Daily
Accommodation: One night in Ta Van Village and one night in Hau Thao Village
Tour type: Trekking and homestay experience
Route: Hanoi – Sapa – Y Linh Ho – Lao Chai – Ta Van – Giang Ta Chai – Hau Thao – Sapa – Hanoi

The trekking route may be adjusted according to guests’ fitness levels, weather conditions, and personal preferences.

DETAILED ITINERARY
Day 1: Hanoi – Sapa – Y Linh Ho – Lao Chai – Ta Van Village

Meals: Lunch and Dinner

06:30 | Departure from Hanoi

The bus will pick you up from your hotel or a designated meeting point in Hanoi Old Quarter.

Depart for Sapa via the Noi Bai–Lao Cai Expressway. Along the way, admire the beautiful scenery of Vietnam’s northwestern mountains and terraced rice fields.

A 30-minute break will be provided during the journey.

12:30–13:00 | Arrival in Sapa

Arrive in Sapa and enjoy lunch at a local restaurant or hotel.

14:00 | Trek to Y Linh Ho and Lao Chai

Begin a trekking journey of approximately six kilometres along the slopes of Muong Hoa Valley toward Y Linh Ho Village, home to the Black H’mong community.

Continue walking for approximately three kilometres to Lao Chai Village. Cross a small bridge or tunnel leading into Muong Hoa Valley and enjoy views of terraced fields, streams, mountains, and traditional ethnic villages.

16:00 | Arrive in Ta Van Village

Continue to Ta Van Village, located approximately eight kilometres from Sapa Town.

The village is home to several ethnic communities, including the Giay and H’mong people. Discover traditional stilt houses, local handicrafts, the Ancient Rock Field, and the peaceful countryside.

17:00 | Homestay Check-in and Cooking Class

Check in at a local homestay in Ta Van Village.

Guests may join a cooking class and learn how to make traditional Vietnamese spring rolls.

18:30 | Dinner

Enjoy dinner featuring local dishes at the homestay.

Overnight at a homestay in Ta Van Village.

Day 2: Ta Van – Giang Ta Chai – Su Pan – Hau Thao

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

07:00–08:00 | Breakfast

Enjoy breakfast at the homestay before beginning the second day of trekking.

Morning | Trek to Giang Ta Chai and Su Pan

Walk approximately eight kilometres through the mountain countryside to visit Giang Ta Chai Village and Su Pan Village.

Giang Ta Chai is home to the Red Dao ethnic community and is known for its beautiful natural landscape, traditional houses, and colourful local culture.

Along the way, enjoy views of bamboo forests, rice terraces, streams, waterfalls, and remote mountain villages.

12:00–12:30 | Lunch

Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant and take a short rest.

13:30 | Trek to Hau Thao Village

Continue trekking for approximately three kilometres toward Hau Thao Village.

Hau Thao is known for its peaceful atmosphere, traditional ethnic culture, mountain scenery, and fresh climate. The village is also a popular location for cloud hunting when weather conditions are favourable.

15:00 | Homestay Check-in

Arrive in Hau Thao and check in at the homestay.

Spend the afternoon walking around the village, meeting local residents, and learning about their customs and daily life.

18:00 | Dinner

Enjoy dinner at the homestay.

Overnight at a homestay in Hau Thao Village.

Day 3: Hau Thao – Hau Chu Ngai – Sapa – Hanoi

Meals: Breakfast and Lunch

07:00–08:30 | Breakfast and Village Visit

Enjoy breakfast at the homestay.

After breakfast, spend time exploring Hau Thao and meeting local people before beginning the trek back toward Sapa.

Morning | Trek Through Hau Chu Ngai Village

Walk through Hau Chu Ngai Village, a peaceful mountain area known for beautiful landscapes and excellent cloud-hunting opportunities.

Continue through valleys, terraced fields, and ethnic villages while enjoying the fresh mountain air.

12:00 | Lunch

Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant and take a short rest.

13:00 | Transfer to Sapa Town

Travel back to Sapa Town by car.

14:00 | Free Time in Sapa

Arrive in Sapa and enjoy free time for sightseeing, relaxing, or shopping.

Suggested places include:

Sapa Stone Church
Sapa Square
Sapa Lake
The central market
Local cafés and souvenir shops
15:30 | Return to Hanoi

Board the bus and depart from Sapa for Hanoi.

20:30 | Arrival in Hanoi

Arrive in Hanoi.

End of the tour.