Lao Cai
4 days, 3 nights
AH-LC38
6/10
$246 USD
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WHY THIS TOUR?

This tour is a perfect choice for travelers who want a well-balanced trekking experience in Sapa, combining scenic mountain routes, iconic natural highlights, and meaningful cultural encounters. You will visit Silver Waterfall and Heaven Gate, trek through the bamboo forest of Hoang Lien National Park, walk across the famous rice terraces of Muong Hoa Valley, and stay overnight in local homes of the Black H’mong and Giay people. With beautiful waterfalls, rivers, village trails, and a mix of nature and local life, this is a rewarding journey for those who want more than just a standard trek.

Highlights

  • Visit Silver Waterfall and Heaven Gate (Tram Ton Pass)
  • Trek through the bamboo forest of Hoang Lien National Park
  • Explore Sin Chai, Cat Cat, Y Linh Ho, Lao Chai, Ta Van, Giang Ta Chai, and Su Pan
  • Enjoy spectacular views over Muong Hoa Valley
  • Walk through rice terraces, riverside trails, and mountain villages
  • Stay overnight in local homes of the Black H’mong and Giay communities
  • Stop at waterfalls and scenic resting points along the route
  • A perfect combination of nature, trekking, and ethnic minority culture
SUMMARY

  • Departure Point: Lao Cai

  • Duration: 4 days, 3 nights

  • Destination: Lao Cai

  • Activities: Hiking / Trekking

  • Min : 2 people

  • Best time: Year-round

  • Max : 20 people

  • Difficulty level: 6/10

ITINERARY
Day 1: Sapa – Tram Ton – Sin Chai (-, L, D) 

Meet your local guide and driver at your hotel in Sapa, then transfer toward Silver Waterfall. After a short stop to admire and photograph the waterfall, continue driving to Heaven Gate (Tram Ton Pass), one of the most scenic mountain viewpoints in the area. From here, you can enjoy stunning views of Fansipan and the surrounding mountains.

We then begin the trek by descending along a trail through the bamboo forest of Hoang Lien National Park. Lunch will be served at a beautiful spot near a river. In the afternoon, continue trekking to Sin Chai Village, home to the Black H’mong people. Here, you will have the chance to observe local daily life and spend the night in a local house.

Approx.: 40 minutes driving / 5 hours walking / 1-hour lunch

Day 2: Sin Chai – Cat Cat – Y Linh Ho (B, L, D) 

After breakfast, start trekking uphill. Once reaching the higher section of the trail, continue along a small path with spectacular views before gradually descending to Cat Cat Village, where lunch will be served near a waterfall.

In the afternoon, follow another trail winding through the mountains. Along the way, enjoy beautiful scenery beside a narrow river before arriving at Y Linh Ho Village, another village of the Black H’mong people. Here, you can relax in a peaceful riverside setting and spend the night in a local family house.

Approx.: 5 hours walking / 1-hour lunch

Day 3: Y Linh Ho – Lao Chai – Ta Van (B, L, D) 

Today’s trek continues along the slopes of the Hoang Lien range, offering wonderful views over the vast rice terraces of Muong Hoa Valley, the largest valley in the Sapa area.

After lunch at a scenic stop, descend into the valley and continue through Lao Chai Village of the Black H’mong people and then Ta Van Village, home to the Giay community, following one of the most popular trekking routes in Sapa.

Tonight, stay overnight in a traditional Giay house. In the late afternoon, you may take a short walk to enjoy the valley view or swim in the nearby river.

Approx.: 4 hours walking / 1-hour lunch

Day 4: Ta Van – Giang Ta Chai – Su Pan – Sapa (B, L, -)

After breakfast, begin the final day of trekking toward Giang Ta Chai Village. The landscape remains beautiful, with forest paths, valley views, and waterfalls along the route.

You will walk through a lovely bamboo forest and stop near a waterfall to rest and enjoy the surroundings. Lunch will be served at a pleasant spot on the trail.

In the afternoon, continue toward Giang Ta Chai, a village of the Red Dao people. After a short rest near the waterfall, follow a small trail to Su Pan, where your vehicle will be waiting for the transfer back to Sapa.

Approx.: 30 minutes driving / 3 hours walking / 1-hour lunch

INCLUSION/EXCLUSION

Inclusion:

  • English speaking guide 
  • Black Hmong porters (to carry food and luggage)
  • Cook (from group sizes of 6 pax)
  • All needed transportation
  • All indicated meals, plus snacks (B as breakfast; L as lunch; D as dinner)
  • Water on the whole trip
  • Sleeping bag and mattresses
  • Waterproof bluebag for luggage
  • Tents if needed
  • Mosquito net
  • All entrance fees and permit
  • Overnight in local house or tent (if any)

Exclusion:

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