Lao Cai
1 day
$50 USD
DESCRIBE

Lung Khau Nhin is a small market that takes place only Thursday. The market is surrounded by beautiful landscapes and scenery. As it is a bit far from Lao Cai city center, there are few travelers coming here. The market still keeps its original aspect.

SUMMARY
  • Duration: 1 day

  • Destination: Lao Cai

  • Activities:

ITINERARY

You will be met up at your hotel in Sapa by local guide and driver then transferred to Muong Khuong. You will enjoy beautiful scenery along the road. Upon arriving in Muong Khuong, we will take another road which goes up in mountains. Pine trees forests and villages surround the tinny market. Flower Hmong, Tu Di, Tay and Giay ethnic minorities come to buy and sell local products such as food and material for agriculture and fabric. After exploring the market, we can have the opportunity to make a short walk to a Black Dao village. We then head back to Muong Khuong where your lunch will be provided in a local restaurant. After lunch, you get on the car for journey back to Lao Cai.  

Approx: 5 hours driving/ 0.5-hour walking/ 1-hour lunch

INCLUSION/EXCLUSION

Inclusion:

  • English speaking guide 
  • Transportation
  • All indicated meals (B as breakfast; L as lunch; D as dinner)
  • All entrance fees and permits
  • All needed accommodation (Hotel or homestay if any)
  • Boat on Chay River (if any)

Exclusion:

  • Tips
  • Soft drink (beer, coca cola…)
  • Medical Insurance
  • All other services not indicated above