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.
Experience the Beauty of Cao Son, Sapa, and Local Markets in Lao Cai
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About This Tour
Inclusions
Breakfast
Dinner
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
Exclusions
Drinks, other meals, TIP and personal expenses
Tour Plan
Itinerary
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Day 1 Lao cai - Cao Son (Must be on Tuesday)
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 Market – Sapa (Must be on Wednesday)
Cao Son market is the smallest one in the area. It is surrounded by pine tree forests and villages.
Upon your arrival here, you will be taken to stroll around and explore the market. Coming here, you will not only see different ethnic minority people in their colourful traditional dress, such as H’mong, Black Dao, Tay, Nung ethnic minorities, but also see a wide range of products such as food and material for agriculture and fabric sold by the locals. In addition, you may be greeted with endless hospitality and invited by the Flower Hmong people to enjoy a cup of corn wine.
Leaving the market, you will continue the tour by visiting a village of Flower H’mong or a village of Tay people.
After that, you will be transferred back to Muong Khuong to enjoy lunch in a local restaurant. After lunch, you get on the car to back to Sapa. The tour ends.
Overnight at Bamboo hotel (3-star) or similar
Day 3 Sapa - Ta Phin - Mong sen - Lao Cai (Must be on Thursday)
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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5 Comments
4.6
We recently embarked on a three-day adventure that took us through stunning landscapes and vibrant local markets. The cultural interactions were a highlight, especially with the warm hospitality of the local communities, which added a genuine touch to our experience. Meals were a delightful exploration of flavors, from fresh herbs to traditional dishes that truly reflected the area’s cuisine. However, at times, the itinerary felt a bit rushed, making it challenging to soak in the beauty around us fully. Overall, the journey provided a unique glimpse into local life that we won’t soon forget.
4.2
Experiencing the diverse landscapes and vibrant local markets was truly refreshing for our group. The accommodations were comfortable, providing a cozy retreat after our days of exploration, though we did encounter some delays in our itinerary that could have been better managed. Overall, the stunning beauty of the area and the warmth of the locals made for a memorable journey that complemented our business trip nicely.
4.6
Exploring the vibrant local markets and stunning landscapes was a highlight of our family’s adventure. Each day was packed with delightful meals featuring fresh ingredients, and we loved the friendly interactions with locals who welcomed us warmly. While the trek could be challenging at times, the breathtaking views and rich culture made every step worthwhile.
4.6
We just wrapped up an amazing three days surrounded by stunning landscapes and vibrant local culture. The overnight stays in cozy lodges brought us closer to the heart of the area, and we loved waking up to breathtaking views that felt straight out of a postcard. Exploring bustling markets was a highlight; the colors and energy were something else, and we really enjoyed sampling local delicacies.
However, a few of the hikes were a bit more challenging than we expected, which caught us off guard. Overall, the blend of natural beauty and cultural immersion made this trip unforgettable, and we left with wonderful memories to cherish.
4.2
Cao Son’s beauty captivated us, especially when we stumbled upon a local market filled with vibrant cai and stunning handicrafts; the only hiccup was a few long hikes that left our youngest a bit worn out.