Vietnam · Trekking

Authentic Sapa Trekking With Local Family Homestay (2d1n by bus)

2 Days Round trip from Hanoi Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Travel round-trip between Hanoi and Sapa by air-conditioned bus
  • 02 Trek through rice terraces, bamboo forest, and Muong Hoa Stream scenery
  • 03 Visit Y Linh Ho, Lao Chai, Ta Van, and Giang Ta Chai villages
  • 04 Stay overnight with a local family in a village homestay
  • 05 Enjoy local meals including 2 lunches, 1 dinner, and 1 breakfast
  • 06 See the landscapes of Hoang Lien Son Mountain
  • 07 Explore areas inhabited by H’Mong, Dzay, and red Dzao communities

Experience the landscapes and village life of Sapa on this 2-day trekking adventure from Hanoi. Travel by bus to the mountains, walk through rice terraces and along Muong Hoa Stream, and visit local communities including Y Linh Ho, Lao Chai, Ta Van, and Giang Ta Chai.

Spend the night in a local family homestay for a closer look at daily life in the hill tribe villages, with included meals along the way. With guided trekking, shared transfers in Sapa, and round-trip transport from Hanoi, this trip offers a convenient way to explore some of Sapa’s most popular routes and scenic viewpoints.

Experience the landscapes and village life of Sapa on this 2-day trekking adventure from Hanoi.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 2 Days
Tour type Shared
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Hanoi, Sa Pa, Lào Cai
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Hanoi - Sapa by bus with a long trek Y Linh Ho - Lao Chai - Ta Van village (L, D)

6.30 – 7.00: Pick up from your hotel/stay, get on big bus and depart for Sapa Town. 

9.30: Follow the highway to Lao Cai city with the first comfort break 

11.00: Second comfort break at Lao Cai city before approaching Sapa 

13.00: Arrive Sapa Town with colourful traditional costumes of H’Mong, Dzao, Tay ethnic People.

Welcome drink and itinerary briefing Enjoy the lunch with local Vietnamese dishes 

14.15: A short drive to Y Linh Ho then trek through the rice terraces and along Muong Hoa Stream to the Black Hmong village of Lao Chai to see the spectacular landscape of Hoang Lien Son Mountain. You approach Ta Van village where Zay Ethnic People inhabits in late afternoon. 

Trekking distance is about 9 kms and it lasts for 3.5 hours

17.45: Check in homestay; get to know the family of Dzay People. Spend time to enjoy the mountain life on Sunset. You may attend cooking local dishes with the family and enjoy dinner in peace. In the evening, you can join the local bar nearby with music and socialize with other tourists then overnight at homestay. Meals included: Lunch, Dinner

2
Day 02

Medium trek Ta Van - Giang Ta Chai village - Sapa - Ha Noi (B, L)

8.00: Have breakfast prepared by the family and start a new day with more interesting trek. 

8.45: Keep walking to the rice paddies where you have a nice photo session of the amazing surrounding landscapes. A trek through the bamboo forest and stop to have a panorama view of Giang Ta Chai village – home of red Dzao People. Trekking distance is about 4 kms and it lasts for 2 hours 

11.00: Trek through the Giang Ta Chai Bridge to main road, bus picks you up to come back Sapa Town. 

12.00 -12.30 : Have a shower at hotel, check out. 

12.30 - 13.30: Have lunch. 

13.30 - 14.45: Relax and leisure on your own. 

14.45 - 15.00: Meet all group members at hotel to get ready for Hanoi. 15.30: Get on bus to go back to Hanoi with two comfort breaks. 

21.15: We say goodbye to you at your hotel/stay. Trip ends.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Hanoi 3 cities · 2 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Private Room or Dorm Bed in Homestay ( Depend on Option)
  • Bus Transfer Roundtrip Hanoi to Sapa with A/C
  • Shared Land Transfer in Sapa
  • Driver/guide on the bus
  • Local guide in Sapa
  • Hotel Pickup inside Old Quarter Area
  • Meals as per itinerary (B=breakfast, L=lunch, D=dinner).
  • From Hanoi : Pick Up at Hotels/Stays in Old Quarter Area.

What's Not Included

  • Drinks & Personal Expenses
  • Tips for guide & driver are appreciated

Know before you go

  • INFANTS MUST SIT ON LAPS
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Not stroller accessible
  • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
  • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
  • Not suitable for pets
  • No public transportation nearby
  • Infant seats unavailable
  • A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
  • Not recommended for pregnant women
  • Not recommended for participants with back problems
  • We will pick up customers from all hotels/stays in Hanoi Old Quarter. If out side, please come to meeting point at 70 Nguyen Huu Huan Street, Hoan Kiem, Hanoi

Logistics

Meeting & route

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

Your 2 days finish where they began, in Hanoi.

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