A visit to the 5-Day Mu Cang Chai Tour Plus Sapa Bac Ha Sunday Market is an exciting trip that takes one far up northwest into the highlands of Vietnam. Truly speaking, this tour contains the combined breathtaking terracing rice field with rich cultural traditions at Bac Ha Sunday Market was a quintessential dream tour, which any nature-loving cultured thrill-seeker should demand. Discover the magic of Mu Cang Chai Tours, and golden fields meet rich ethnic traditions, and enjoy real local cuisine in one of the most beautiful parts of the country. Be it trekking through iconic landscapes or indulging in the vibrant markets of Sapa, every moment promises to leave you inspired.
Mu Cang Chai Tour Plus Sapa Bac Ha Sunday Market is a tour of some of the most spectacular landscapes in Vietnam. Wander around the UNESCO-recognized rice terraces in La Pan Tan, Che Cu Nha, and De Xu Phinh; be awed by famous viewpoints such as Mam Xoi Hill and Horse Shoe Hill, where golden, endless terraces meet the horizon. The natural beauty of these fields, especially during harvest, is something not to be missed by both photographers and nature lovers.
Be amazed by the rich local culture at the Bac Ha Sunday Market, the hub for ethnic Northern Vietnam. Walk through bustling stalls full of handicrafts and colored traditional attire, mingling with members of the Hmong, Dao, and Tay communities to learn of their rich customs. Others, seeking more adrenaline, can also join paragliding over Khau Pha Pass or trekking in the valleys around Sapa, full of moments so well remembered.
Complete your experience with the unique flavors of Mu Cang Chai Tours, enjoying the local delicacies such as Thang Co and Com Tu Le, or taking part in cooking workshops to master traditional recipes. From breathtaking landscapes to cultural and gastronomic riches, the Mu Cang Chai Tour Plus Sapa Bac Ha Sunday Market is an adventure that leaves every traveler inspired.
Bac Ha Sunday Market (Sours: swallowtravel)
Morning: Early, we will take off from Hanoi along Highway 32 toward Northwest Highlands. In Thanh Son, we are going to have a typical breakfast sticky rice and green tea to feed your soul. Another stop on the route will be at the Van Chan Hot Springs to soak feet, refreshing them with an afoot bath amidst the mineral-rich waters of this place.
Afternoon: Embark on an awesomely spectacular drive to Tú Lệ for lunch with Com Tu Le-green sticky rice and lon man quay-roasted hill pork specialties and soft-trek in the rural village’s picture postcard rice fields. Interact with friendly villagers and familiarize yourself with their lifestyle. Continuing further, we cross the spectacular Khau Pha Pass of the most beautiful mountain passes in Vietnam, and have optional paragliding over the golden terraces of Lìm Mông Valley.
Evening: Arrive at Mu Cang Chai, and check in at an amazing homestay/ hotel. Enjoy dinner with a menu of local dishes. Night: Cultural exchange and be treated to local traditional music. You could get on the floor to show some of your talents or understand the rich heritage that exists among the H’mong people.
Mam Xoi Hill (Sours: vietnamcloseup.blogspot)
Morning: Today starts with the trek to La Pan Tan, home of the most-valued terraced rice fields recognized by UNESCO. You’ll join local farmers in rice harvesting activities of the ancient methods they have to cultivate these famous terraces. Later on, take a visit to Mam Xoi Hill, where from the top you can take amazing photos of these spiral terraces.
Afternoon: Having had a full lunch, head to Che Cu Nha to attend the indigo dyeing traditional workshop. Learn how locals use natural plants to dye fabrics and create your special piece to take home. Visit Thac Mo-Dream Waterfall, a serene retreat surrounded by lush greenery, perfect for relaxation and enjoying the soothing sound of cascading water.
Evening: Finish off the day with a cooking class, during which you will be able to learn how to make banh chung đen, or black sticky rice cakes, with a family. Enjoy dinner with the things you have prepared and warm up with your hosts by sharing stories and traditions.
Morning: Have a sweet breakfast in Mu Cang Chai and leave for the beautiful road driving to Bac Ha. En route, you will stop at the Thanh Thuy hot springs area, where you can rest and relax amidst peaceful sceneries.
Afternoon: In the afternoon, following your arrival in Bac Ha, visit Hoang A Tuong Palace, a rare location that combines both French and Chinese architectural influence. Following stories and an influential family that ruled this region in yesteryear makes for an interesting historical read. Further in the afternoon, an interactive workshop would guide you in brewing ruou ngo, the corn wine process right from fermenting of corn to the final distillation.
Evening: Arrive at your accommodation, check in, and enjoy a warm dinner with local specialties. Then, in the evening, you are free to retire to relax and think over in your mind what happened along the way today with a glass of your just-brewed rượu ngô.
Ta Van village (Sours: theterribletourguide)
Morning: In this activity, guests will get the chance to wake up at an early hour in the morning and attend the most resplendent Bac Ha Sunday Market day filled with so many colors and flavors. We are filled with several Tho cam-stocked textile booths or shops and can sample delectable food dishes we only learn today, like Banh Duc Ngo and Men Men. In addition, view the high volume of people who deal in barter involving buffaloes, horses, and Bắc Hà dogs in a manner that will look very animated.
Afternoon: After lunch at the market, start driving towards Sapa, en route stopping at Ta Van village. Join a local family for a cooking workshop to learn how to make com lam-bamboo sticky rice and ca suoi nuong-grilled stream traditional dishes. Enjoy your cuisine before continuing to Sapa.
Evening: Arrive at Sapa, and check into your hotel. Free to explore the colorful Sapa night market, have souvenir gift shopping, eat some traditional food, and enjoy the cool mountain atmosphere here.
Start your day with a hearty breakfast at the hotel and check out. Begin the scenic drive back to Hanoi, taking in the last glimpses of the breathtaking landscapes that make the Mu Cang Chai Tour Plus Sapa Bac Ha Sunday Market so special.
Then head to a winding stop in Lào Cai for a rest and to buy some local specialties dry bamboo shoots, tao meo (wild apples), and the famous wine named San Lung. This could be a good souvenir when going home or to present to your close friends or family.
Let the Impress Travel team complete the smooth transfer to your desired destination, whether it is Noi Bai International Airport for onward journeys, a hotel in Hanoi for more sightseeing, or other exciting destinations in Vietnam. Recount an amazing adventure with unforgettable memories during this trip to Northern Vietnam!
The following is included in your Impress Travel journey services for comfort and an enriching experience:
Please note that the following are excluded from the tour price and must be organized separately:
Mu Cang Chai (Sours: zonitrip)
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A blend of stunning landscapes, unforgettable cultural experiences, and excellent gastronomic expeditions characterizes this 5-Day Mu Cang Chai Tour Plus Sapa Bac Ha Sunday Market. The golden terraces from Mu Cang Chai Tours to the very active Bac Ha Market and up to Sapa’s charm give one an ideal retreat deep inside northern Vietnam. This is an unforgettable adventure; kindly contact Impress Travel to make your tour a once-in-a-lifetime experience by personalizing it.
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We went on a private trip to Vietnam and Cambodia, the whole trip plan was organized for us by the Impress Travel Company from Vietnam, the company did an amazing job, the whole trip was organized in a wonderful way with an amazing match between the various parties, their choices were correct and the quality of the hotels chosen were very high quality and it is important to note that the price was low in comparison To other agencies, thanks to Impress Travel and especially to Daniel who was tolerant and open to changes and organized the route for us.
Impress travel were amazing. Did my bookings with Daniel for our tour of Vietnam and I must say Daniel was very professional and prompt with his services. All the arrangement, plans, pick-up & drop-off services, hotels, vehicles, sightseeing tours and guides were spot on and excellent. Did 4 nights Hanoi, 1 night Hà Long Bay cruise, 3 nights Hoian, 4 nights Saigon and 1 night in Can Tho. It was totally awesome. Every part of the journey was superbly arranged and planned. I will highly recommend Impress Travel for anyone interested in visiting Vietnam. Very organized and reliable!
I booked with Impress Travel in July. My contact person was Tommy Thang. He is an amazing person. He was very helpful. He changed my program twice for me. Very accommodating!
We started our holiday in the north (Sapa)of Vietnam and travelled down to HCMC.
The tour was fantastic, Tommy's arrangements were to the"T".
I will always use them if I have to visit the area again and recommend them to one and all.
Thank you once again Mr.Tommy and the Impress Team.
Sulaiman Pochee
Great value for money with 4 stars hotel accommodation for 4 couples. The tour guide has been very helpful and brought us to amazing places in Sapa. We want to thanks Thuy the tour guide and especially Mark from Impress Travel for his great service and assurance throughout our trip. We’ll definitely use his service for other tour packages in other parts of Vietnam.
This is the second time we travel to Vietnam with IMPRESS Travel. First time, we booked our holiday to Hanoi, Halong Bay & Sapa during Dec 2018 with Impress.
Second time, we travel to Hoi An, Hue & Danang (Central Vietnam) during Jan 2019.
My friends & I are very glad & happy with all the hotels stay in Central Vietnam, the meals provided are delicious. We are greatly appreciated with all the tour arrangement by Tommy & his team (tour guide).
Especially, Mr. NHAT C.V. He is helpful, cheerful, knowledgeable and very professional. He always volunteer to take a nice pictures for six of us (group) .
We enjoyed our holiday with Impress travel. We will definitely come back to Vietnam again with Impress
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