Biking Adventure in Ta Phin: Discover Red Dao & Black Hmong Culture

from $131

Duration

4 hours

Type

Guided, Private

Difficaulty

Moderate

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Red Dao village of Ta Phin by bike half day tour

About This Tour

This exciting our will take you into the real countryside of the Northern area of Vietnam by bike. Riding the winding roads on the hillside, you will have the chance to enjoy excellent views over the valleys, forest and rice paddy fields. In addition, you will have time to get into the everyday activities of the Red Dao and Black Hmong ethnic minority people in Ta Phin village.

Destinations

Sa Pa, Ta Phin

Activities

Biking, Hiking / Walking

Language

English

Themes

Adventure Activities, Sightseeing

Operator

Asia Travel Links

Inclusions

Entrance fee as mentioned in the program
Good mountain bikes with helmets
Local English speaking tour guide (Other language upon request)
Lunch at the local restaurant
Supply vehicles/ jeep
Water on the whole trip

Exclusions

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

Tour Plan

You start the tour by riding mostly downhill through the outskirts of Sapa. You will pass by Sapa town before riding to Taphin village where Red Dao and Black Hmong people are living. Here, you can observe the unmixed cultural life of Black Hmong and Red Dao minorities, 2 largest ethnic groups in the area. They live happily together while maintaining their own tradition from generation to generation. You will walk along the lanes to see and visit local houses. Your will be interested in the unique architectural styles and furniture arrangement in these houses as well as their handicraft products.

In addition, while walking around, you can stop to chat with friendly local people here to understand more about their culture, customs and traditions.

Finishing the tour, you can choose to get back to Sapa either by car or by bike.

Meeting / Pickup

Pick-up only: Customers must be picked up from selected pick-up locations.

Know Before You Go

Infants must sit on your lap
Public transportation nearby
Passport required

Please Note

Infant seats unavailable
Not recommended for people with back problems
Not recommended for people with heart conditions
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not suitable for pets
Not stroller accessible
Not wheelchair accessible

Cancellation Policy

We will charge a cancellation fee of 100% if booking is cancelled 1 day or less before the event
We will charge a cancellation fee of 0% if booking is cancelled 1000 days or less before the event