Vietnam · Trekking

3-Day Sa Pa Trekking Tour from Hanoi with Homestay Experience

3 Days Round trip from Hanoi Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Trek through Sa Pa rice terraces and along Muong Hoa Stream
  • 02 Experience a homestay with a Dzay family
  • 03 See the spectacular landscapes of the Hoang Lien Son Mountains
  • 04 Explore Cat Cat Village at the foot of Fansipan Peak
  • 05 Trek Ham Rong Mountain for panoramic views over Sa Pa

Discover the vibrant cultures of H'Mong, Dzao, and Tay people in Sa Pa Town on this 3-day journey from Hanoi. Trek through terraced rice fields along Muong Hoa Stream to the Black Hmong village of Lao Chai, stay in a Dzay homestay, and experience local hospitality. Explore Cat Cat Village at the foot of Fansipan Peak and take in the spectacular landscapes of the Hoang Lien Son Mountains. The tour also includes a trek up Ham Rong Mountain for panoramic views of Sa Pa's serene surroundings.

Drive to Y Linh Ho, then trek through the rice terraces and along Muong Hoa Stream to the Black Hmong village of Lao Chai, where you can admire the spectacular landscape of Hoang Lien Son Mountain.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Moderate
Accommodation Included · Budget
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
Cities Hanoi, Sa Pa, Lào Cai
Languages English, Vietnamese

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Hanoi to Sa Pa and Trek to Lao Chai

  • Pick up from your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter, board a large bus, and depart for Sa Pa Town.

  • Travel along the highway to Lào Cai city with two comfort breaks on the way.

  • Arrive in Sa Pa Town and see the colourful traditional costumes of the H'Mong, Dzao, and Tay ethnic people.

  • Enjoy a welcome drink and a local Vietnamese lunch.

  • Drive to Y Linh Ho, then trek through the rice terraces and along Muong Hoa Stream to the Black Hmong village of Lao Chai, where you can admire the spectacular landscape of Hoang Lien Son Mountain.

  • Check in at a homestay and get to know the family of the Dzay people.

  • Visit a nearby local bar and socialize with other tourists.

Overnight at the homestay.

2
Day 02

Sa Pa Trek and Cat Cat Village

  • Have breakfast prepared by the family and begin a new day with another interesting trek.

  • Walk to the rice paddies, where you can enjoy a photo session surrounded by amazing landscapes.

  • Trek across Giang Ta Chai Bridge to the main road, where a bus will pick you up for the return to Sa Pa Town.

  • Enjoy a welcome drink at the hotel, have lunch with delicious Vietnamese dishes, and check in.

  • Drive to the gate of Cat Cat Village, home to the Black Hmong ethnic people, located near the bottom of a deep valley at the foot of Fansipan Peak.

  • Climb uphill to meet the bus for the return to Sa Pa in the afternoon.

  • Come back to Sa Pa Town.

  • Have dinner and stay overnight at the hotel, with time for evening activities.

3
Day 03

Ham Rong Mountain and Return to Hanoi

  • Have breakfast at the hotel, then meet your tour guide for a trek to Ham Rong (Dragon's Jaw) Mountain.

  • Enjoy lunch and check out of the hotel.

  • Relax at leisure on your own, and use the public bathroom at the hotel for a shower if you wish.

  • Meet all group members at the hotel to get ready for the journey back to Hanoi.

  • Board the bus and return to Hanoi with two comfort breaks along the way.

Muong Hoa Stream, Lao Chai, Hoang Lien Son Mountains

Where this trip takes you

Muong Hoa Stream, Lao Chai, Hoang Lien Son Mountains

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Hanoi 3 cities · 3 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • AC bus transportation

  • 2 bottles of water and tissues, 2 ways per person on the bus

  • English-speaking Vietnamese guide

  • Meals as per itinerary

  • Admission fee

  • Accommodation in a homestay and hotel

What's Not Included

  • Beverages

  • Personal expenses

Know before you go

  • Carry warm clothes.
  • Bring trekking equipment.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Hanoi, Hoàn Kiếm, Hanoi, Vietnam
Tour start
Hanoi, Hoàn Kiếm, Hanoi, Vietnam
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 3 days finish where they began, in Hanoi.

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Estimated room rates

Single Room $234.00 — $252.00
Double Sharing $234.00 — $252.00

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