Little House in Khau Pha & Mu Cang Chai Trekking Tours: start your journey through the supreme landscapes of northwest Vietnam. This tour is specially designed for those who want to experience, not simply see, the natural beauty and culture of Mu Cang Chai. Being on the edge of terraced rice fields, inhaling the fresh mountain air while you conquer the mighty Khau Pha Pass. Any nature lover, shutterbug, or person looking to leave the city behind will have memories from Little House in Khau Pha and, most of all, by just walking expectedly through landscapes that can be seen as breathtaking.
Take the mesmerizing journey through the most beautiful terraced fields of Vietnam! For many, the terraced fields in Mu Cang Chai are not only an absolute agricultural feat but also one of the beauties of nature. Due to the ethnic Hmong people’s carving into mountainsides for centuries, it makes a stunning visual personalization with changing seasons. Imagine standing at the edge of the terraces just to see how every level of them tumbles downwards in golden color during harvest, like golden steps. It’s one of the most beautiful landscapes you’d ever see!
Best time to visit: As such, the best time to visit the terraced fields in Mu Cang Chai would be from the latest September to early October during the harvest season. When it is time to harvest the fields, it will all turn golden in color, which can get quite breathtaking. Otherwise, you may consider visiting during the planting season in May and June. Water will fill them up, and they reflect the sky so much that their surface has a shimmering mirror effect at this time
Khau Pha Pass
Activities and experiences: The crossing of Khau Pha Pass is a great experience. You will meet different viewpoints along your way, which are perfect for photography and enjoying steep trails, and remarkable biodiversity in the area. For more adventurous ones, this pass is very famous for paragliding activities. This is your chance to soar above the terraced fields and get a bird’s-eye view of the breathtaking scenery down below
Thai Culture in Muong Lo
The tapestry of the Thai ethnicity in Muong Lo is extremely rich. In this Thai community, which represents the second largest minority group in Vietnam, a colorful beauty in culture is waiting, very closely aligned with the history and tradition of this land. You can join them in Muong Lo, not only to share their two traditional dances and music continuously with the finer designs on clothes.
Cultural highlights and traditions: Visiting Muong Lo would be made special by the Thai festivals, such as the Xoe Dance Festival, with messing attire showing villagers dancing in their gypsy clothes to express prosperity and community spirit. You can further explore the stilt houses typical of Thai architecture and get warm hospitality from the locals. Moreover, Muong Lo is famous for the weaving of brocade. One could see skilled artisans at work and may even try his hand at the ancient craft.
No way to describe a perfect visit to Mu Cang Chai if missing out on the local deliciousness. The food here has an enticing mix of flavors and ingredients that are one of a kind. From filling stews, and soups, to freshly grilled meats and fragrant sticky rice, each dish will bring the story of the land and the people.
Description of local dishes: Among the different dishes that one has to enjoy are “Thang Co," a traditional Hmong horse meat and organ soup; “Com Lam," a bamboo sticky rice made most originally; and “Xoi Ngu Sac" or five-colored sticky rice. Each of these is made from available local ingredients that give the taste of these authentic local cuisines.
Recommended places to eat: Needless to say, the best places to eat when visiting Mu Cang Chai are the local markets and small family-run eateries. Some recommended places for you to try are the Mu Cang Chai Night Market, where you can experience a lot of street foods, or traditional restaurants in Tu Le that offer exceptional “Com Tu Le.".
06:00 AM: Departure from Hanoi
Our journey takes off from the legendary Nhà hát lớn Hà Nội (Hanoi Opera House). Get yourself set for a thrilling ride
09:00 AM: Stop at Thanh Son Tea Hills
Thanh Son Tea Hills
First, stop at the scenic Thanh Son Tea Hills. Here, stretch your legs and get some fresh air while capturing stunning photos of lush green tea plantations. Take the opportunity for a quick tea-tasting session to relish the local flavor
11:00 AM: Lunch at Son Thinh
Stop at Son Thinh for a delicious local lunch. It is the ideal opportunity to try some of the regional specialties and replenish your energy supply for the busy afternoon ahead
01:00 PM: Visit Tu Le Village
Continue to Tu Le, a small village famed for fragrant sticky rice and buffalo herder on hillsides with the beauty of the terraced field. Wander in the village, experience the friendliness of locals, a Thai ethnic group, and probably buy some typical handicrafts
03:00 PM: Conquer Khau Pha Pass
We then take a thrilling drive through Khau Pha Pass, one of the four great mountain passes in northern Vietnam. From here, enjoy endless panoramic views over the terraced fields and distant valleys below. There will be stops at viewpoints en route.
Mu Cang Chai
05:30 PM: Arrive in
We reach Mu Cang Chai and check in at Little House in Khau Pha. This is a 3-star hotel with comfortable rooms; some of them have balconies with breathtaking mountain views. Retire for some time to relax and refresh
07:00 PM: Dinner and Evening at Leisure
Dinner is served with local specialties. After dinner, you are free to self-explore the town or simply relax at the hotel. The tranquil surroundings of Little House in Khau Pha offer just the right setting for relaxation after an eventful day of adventure activities.
06:30 AM: Breakfast and Morning Activities
Enjoy a filling breakfast at the hotel before we start to discover the finer aspects of Mu Cang Chai‘s local markets and attractions. Take a visit to some markets, which will give you a worldly feeling and enable you to purchase some special souvenirs
08:00 AM: Visit Kim Noi Village
Go to the Kim Noi Village, famous for its traditional stilt houses and vivid cultural life. This will present an opportunity to observe the daily life of the Thai people, explore the surroundings, which are lavishly beautiful in their own right, and take more stunning photographs of the terraced fields
11:00 AM: Return to Tu Le for Lunch
Tu Le Village
Dine back at Tu Le, where you’ll continue feasting on more of the local food that you’ll find scrumptious. Taste rich cuisine blest with true mountain soil flavors: full-bodied dishes the region is famous for
01:00 PM: Journey Back to Hanoi
We start our drive back toward Hanoi, taking beautiful memories and thousands of photos with us. Enjoy the scenic drive and the last glance at the beautiful landscapes of Mu Cang Chai.
05:00 PM: Arrival in Hanoi
Then we returned to Hanoi in the late afternoon, bringing to a close our fabulous Mu Cang Chai day tour. Say goodbye to traveling friends and a guide who poured out so much and will be forever unforgettable.
So, let’s knee-cap this with Little House in Khau Pha & Mu Cang Chai Trekking Tours; the best experience for trekkers, photographers, or anyone who loves to get to know a new culture and landscapes. Join us to explore the beauty of the land and culture that Mu Cang Chai has to offer!
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Book your journey with Little House in Khau Pha & Mu Cang Chai Trekking Tours today. Dive into breathtaking fields of terraced fields, conquer majestic and overwhelming passes of Khau Pha, imbibe the experience of vibrant Thai culture in Muong Lo, tantalize taste buds with Mu Cang Chai local cuisine, for breathtaking landscapes, rich cultural encounter highlights that will be forever carried. Wait no more; go to our website or write to us now to secure your spot. We just cannot wait to see you on this marvelous adventure! You may book the Mu Cang Chai trekking tour now. Don’t forget to regularly follow our Impress Travel for more interesting information about traveling to Mu Cang Chai and to book Mu Cang Chai tours at the best prices.
The impression tour to explore Mu Cang Chai’s impressive landscape of rice terrace fields in the north-west of Vietnam. It is the best value tour to visit Mu Cang Chai at the beginning of October when is the rice crop coming, traveler will have a great chance to take photographs of the rice terrace field in Mu Cang Chai, Yen Bai province where is 350 km from Hanoi. Email – mucangchaitours@impresstravel.com to create a great trip to visit Mu Chang Chai Beautiful Landscape of Vietnam.
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3 STAR HOTELS & CRUISES IN VIETNAM SELECTED
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Sapa 3 -star Hotels |
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Homestay in Nghia Lo & Mu Cang Chai. Optional to have a preference for a stay in Hotel as your request. |
The hotels and cruise are subject to change to similar category in case of fully booked
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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).
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Truly beautiful and breathtaking scenery from terraced rice fields, mountains, hills and streams, The suitable place for study ethnic people, Amazing experiences for trekking, taking photograph, joying homestay
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