This tour is perfectly designed to provide tourists an opportunity to enjoy the beauty of many highlights in Lao Cai. You will visit and explore Cao Son which is considered the most stunning area of Lao Cai Province with lovely weather, spectacular landscapes and distinctive cultural values of local hill tribes. In addition, you will visit famous traditional markets, learn and engage in the local life, enjoy their traditional dishes.
Discover Cao Son, Coc Ly Market & Chay River Adventure in Sapa
$652
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About This Tour
Inclusions
- Dinner
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Accommodation based on double/twin sharing with breakfast
- Boat on Chay River (if any)
- English speaking guide as mentioned on the program
- Entrance fee as mentioned in the program
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Food & drinks
Exclusions
- Any services not mentioned in the program
- Drinks, other meals, TIP and personal expenses
Tour Plan
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Day 1 Lao cai - Cao Son (Must be on Monday)
start the tour by driving to Muong Khuong district. En route, you will have the chance to enjoy the spectacular beauty of tea plantation and green lush pine forest. In addition, you will see a hill tribe ethnic group of Giay people in their colorful traditional dress in Ban Lau or Thanh Binh.
At 10.00 am, you will arrive at Cao Son, check in Cao Son lodge and relax before continuing the afternoon adventure.
In the afternoon, you start the program by walking to a peaceful village named Tin Thang. You will enter the village and explore the life of the locals there. You will see and learn about the traditional way of making bacon, enjoy the corn wine and corn cake offered by the locals
Overnight at homestay in the village
Day 2 Cao Son - Coc Ly market - Chay river - Trung Do – Sapa (Must be on Tuesday)
Coc Ly market is a small market situated by the Chay River. It opens on every Tuesday morning. Coming here, you will not only see different ethnic minority people in their colourful traditional dress, such as Flower Hmong, Black Zao, Phu La, Nung and Tay minorities, but also see a wide range of homemade products such as vegetables, fruits and even domestic animals sold by the locals. In addition, you can interact with the local and enjoy their traditional dishes.
After exploring the market, you will embark on a boat and ride downstream. On the boat ride, you can enjoy stunning views of beautiful natural caves and local daily life of the local on the riverbanks.
After lunch, you will continue the program by visiting Trung Do village where Tay minority are living. You will enter in the village, observer their daily life and activities, and enjoy a cup a tea in a traditional Tay house. Leaving the Trung Do village, you will cruise further downstream until you reach Bao Nhai Bridge.
you will travel by car to Coc Ly market located by the Chay River, which flows from China. Every Tuesday morning, minorities from surrounding villages such as Flower Hmong, Black Zao and Tay, gather to sell and buy their products. After visiting the market, you travel by boat downstream. Along the ride, you can enjoy magnificent sight of the beautiful caves and life on the riverbank. You will have lunch at a nice spot or later in a village.
Overnight at Bamboo hotel (3-star) or similar
Day 3 Sapa - Ta Phin - Mong sen - Lao Cai (Must be on Wednesday)
The third-day itinerary will start by travelling 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.
Leaving the village, you will climb downhill on a dirt trail through a mountainous area. On the way, you will have opportunity to enjoy stunning views over the spectacular rice terraces and corn fields. Don’t forget to keep your camera handy to capture these fantastic images. You will stop to have lunch at a nice spot.
After lunch and a short rest, you will continue the tour by trekking down the hill to reach Mong Sen where a car is waiting to drive you back to Lao Cai station. Here, you will catch a nice train back to Hanoi.
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
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4 Comments
4.2
The journey took us through stunning landscapes, with the river’s tranquil flow complementing our adventures perfectly. Accommodations were comfortable, though we wished for more local dining options that truly showcased the region’s flavors. Overall, we feel we uncovered hidden gems and enjoyed a unique experience that balanced exploration and relaxation.
4.6
This adventure immersed us in stunning landscapes, with a memorable river journey that was both relaxing and exhilarating. The market experience was fascinating, offering a lively glimpse into local culture, though it could get a bit crowded at times. One small drawback was the accommodations, which were decent but lacked some comfort we had hoped for; nonetheless, the overall experience of discovery with friends made it worthwhile.
5
Exploring the vibrant Coc Ly Market was a highlight of our journey, where the local atmosphere and unique handicrafts created an unforgettable experience. Our accommodations were comfortable and offered stunning views of the Chay River, although the noise from nearby festivities occasionally interrupted our relaxation. Overall, we cherished the chance to discover the beauty of Cao Son and the surrounding landscapes, making it a memorable trip with friends.
4.4
We had an unforgettable adventure immersed in local culture, especially during our time at the bustling market where we savored delicious street food. One downside was the accommodation, which could have been slightly more comfortable, but the stunning river views made up for it.