Welcome to Sapa Tours breathtaking Trekking tour from Lao Chai to Ta Van by Sapa Tours Designed as a full-day private adventure only, this specially designed itinerary is for nature and culture lovers who want to discover beautiful landscapes and rich cultural traditions that abound in the area of Sapa. The journey enables every visitor to find an authentic experience of adventure, culture, and natural beauty. Stay overnight in local ethnic villages of the H’Mong, Dao Do, and Giay communities, trek into breathtaking Muong Hoa Valley, enjoy traditional food, and visit ancient rice paddies in Lao Chai, stunningly beautiful Muong Hoa Valley, and the beautiful Ta Van Village. Stop en route at colorful ethnic markets for the perfect souvenirs. Join us for an unforgettable journey through some of Vietnam’s most stunning landscapes.
Trekking tour from Lao Chai to Ta Van by Sapa Tours
Get ready for the time of your life with this Trekking tour from Lao Chai to Ta Van with Sapa Tours. Carefully chosen, our route passes through some of the most beautiful landscapes in Vietnam. It won’t be long before tranquility engulfs you; just leave behind all the hustle and bustle of Sapa town. Rolling along lush green valleys, terraced rice fields, and running parallel to the Muong Hoa River, looking out on panoramic views is something not asked for more of. Each step closer to nature gives boundless opportunities for capturing that perfect shot.
One of the most enriching aspects of the Trekking tour from Lao Chai to Ta Van is getting a chance to meet and interact with the local ethnic minorities. You will go further to visit the H’Mong people in Lao Chai, recognized by the bright traditional costumes and beautiful embroidery that they are famous for. Further down, you’ll head into Ta Van to visit the communities of Giay and Dao Do. These are not superficial interactions: you will have the chance to engage in meaningful conversations and be educated about their customs; you might even join them in daily activities. This is a super opportunity for cross-cultural exchange, wherein one appreciates the rich tapestry of different cultures that make up Vietnam.
Food can evoke culture, and on our Trekking tour from Lao Chai to Ta Van you will be given adequate opportunities to savor local dishes. At Ta Van, lunch will be served lavishly with locally sourced traditional dishes: grilled chicken, sticky rice, and fresh vegetables. These meals will be prepared by the villagers themselves so you get a taste of their culinary traditions. Full of flavor, fresh ingredients, and experiences too unique to forget. This is an opportunity not to be missed while pointing at local specialties like smoked buffalo meat or usual traditional herbal wines.
Be part of the local culture, traditional activities, and local markets at each place. Traditional dances, music performances, and craft demonstrations are held in these villages—especially in Lao Chai and Ta Van.
Moreover, local markets are a haven for handmade products: textiles, jewelry, and wooded carvings. You take a keepsake back home with you and support the economy, too. The trips to the market are in some way like an adventure, full of different colors, sounds, and warm smiles from locals.
Interaction with local ethnic minorities
Good morning, explorers! At 8:00 AM, this exciting trekking tour from trekking tour from Lao Chai to Ta Van will start. You will be met by our local guide in the hotel lobby of the Youth Inn Sapa. After a warm welcome and a brief introduction, join the rest of the group and get ready to experience an unforgettable journey—orientation starts your day. Our guide will get us through the activities of the day and ensure that all of us are prepared for the activity at hand.
By 8:30 AM, we will begin our journey to admire the picture-postcard village of Lao Chai. The distance would be approximately 8 kilometers—meandering through the lush green valleys and along the stunning Muong Hoa River as we leave the rather bustling town of Sapa behind. You will be captivated by the terraced rice fields falling down the hillsides, the morning mist rising from the valleys, and the colors of local flora. The freshness of mountain air and the sounds of nature create an ideal atmosphere for trekking.
We will arrive in Lao Chai village around 9:30 AM. This is the real beginning of cultural immersion in local life. The H’Mong, Dao Do, and Giay ethnic communities have made Lao Chai their home. Witness up close _From traditional houses using local materials to intricate handicrafts_ daily life. He’s going to introduce you to some of the villagers, and you’ll get to know their peculiar traditions and customs. Finally, but most importantly, do take photos of all those magnificent rice terraces—an area under cultivation for generations that constructs a mosaic of colors and patterns simply outstanding.
11:00 AM: Keep further to the Ta Van Village. From Lao Chai to Ta Van, the route is approximately 4 km length along the Muong Hoa Valley with stunning views of big valleys, rice-terrace fields, bamboo forests, and streams passing through. As we walk, there will be plenty of opportunities to stop and capture the beauty of the landscape. The trek is moderately challenging, but the views make it all worthwhile.
By noon, we will reach Ta Van Village, inhabited by Giay and Dao Do. Afterward, we will have lunch with local ethnic traditional dishes on the menu prepared with ingredients coming from local farms. Taste the best of the region’s grill, fresh vegetables, sticky rice, and much more. Explore the village after lunch and get an inside look into traditional houses and see the way of life locally. You may be fortunate enough to partake in cultural activities, such as traditional music or dance.
After such a rich cultural experience and hearty lunch, it would now be a time for relaxation and soaking up the tranquil environment that Ta Van possesses. From 1:30 PM on, you are free to walk around the village, take pictures, or simply sit back and relax with the sounds of nature: children playing far away, leaves rustling, birds singing, or the distance murmur of the stream, which puts through the perfect setting for relaxation and reflection.
Leaving at 2:30 PM, we begin to compile our thoughts and take a well-earned rest as we drive back to Sapa. During the drive, your guide will summarize today’s route and stories—and answer any remaining questions you may have. Then, it’s time to flick through your photos for a review of all that fun obtained and discuss with fellow trekkers how your day was.
By 3:30 pm we will be back at the starting point in Sapa. At this point, our guide bids farewell to you, you will have the rest of the day free to discover Sapa on your own or take a little nap to sleep off an eventful trek. Hopefully, your days on a Trekking tour from Lao Chai to Ta Van will be imbued with flavors, sights, and experiences of fantastic landscapes and rich cultural interference with unforgettable moments while traveling with Sapa Tours. Until next time, happy travels!
Local cultural festival
First on our list is the famous smoked buffalo meat. It is considered a staple in the diet of many ethnic minorities who live in Sapa. The marinated buffalo meat, mixed with various locally available spices along with herbs, is then smoked on a wood fire for some months. This gives the meat a nice, smoky flavor that simply cannot be resisted. This great treat can be found in the local markets of Sapa, Lao Chai, and Ta Van. Perfect for taking home as a souvenir or enjoying your trekking adventure as a snack.
Recommended address: Sapa Market, Muong Hoa Street, Sapa.
Next comes the wine from apples, a typical and absolutely-need-to-try drink. Being made from the special apple Tao Meo grown in this area, it was a quite different wine with both sweet and slightly sour after-flavors. Apple wine doesn’t only taste good; it also helps people digest food and feel relaxed after drinking. There are many shops and markets around Sapa Town, especially at the Sapa Market or other village shops that sell apple wine.
Recommended address: Sapa Market, Muong Hoa Street, Sapa, or Quoc Cuong Store, 74 Thach Son, Sapa.
Other local beverages that one ought to taste include the Shan Lung wine. This constitutes part of their cultural wine, which is considered very important to them among the Dao Do. It is brewed using techniques passed down through generations to provide it with a deep flavor and rich taste. It typically originates throughout festivals and feasts, though it can be produced available at the local markets or especially even from the houses of the Dao Do villagers in Ta Van.
Recommended address: Northwest Wine, 09 Thac Bac, Sapa, or directly in Ta Van Village.
Sapa offers both delicious and healthy almonds for lovers of healthy snacks. The almonds are grown locally, and harvested by the local ethnic minority community. They come packed with all the essential nutrients that will accomplish one’s need for that perfect snack during your trekking journey. They can be found in most markets or street-side stalls throughout the region.
Recommended address: Chợ Sapa, Lao Chải, and Ta Van markets.
Another specialty not to miss is bamboo rice. The food is traditional, in which rice is stuffed into bamboo tubes and cooked over an open fire. This result shows that the rice has a distinctive flavor from bamboo, making it aromatic and mildly sweet. You can taste this ravishing dish in local restaurants or buy bamboo tubes filled with rice at markets to take home
. Recommended address: Local restaurants in Sapa and markets in Lao Chai and Ta Van.
Cat cider
Welcome, travelers! Right before your Trekking tour from Lao Chai to Ta Van, here are some highly recommended tips and useful information to help you get through an incredible experience.
Knowing when to set out on your Trekking tour from Lao Chai to Ta Van will make a great deal of difference. Here are the best seasons to visit:
Gear yourself with enough preparation for a successful and great experience of trekking. Here are some tips to get you ready:
Weather can be unpredictable, so it’s crucial to stay informed:
The weather is so unpredictable; really important to keep yourself informed.
Dressing appropriately ensures comfort and safety:
Packing smartly will enhance your trekking experience:
Your well-being is uppermost Warm up before beginning the journey and maintain a good pace while resting whenever you get too tired. Be careful of your stepping, especially on uneven ground.
Being prepared for unexpected situations is crucial:
Safety first! Always let someone know what you’re up to:
Help preserve Sapa’s beauty for the next generation:
Northwest grilled chicken
That is to say, guests going Trekking tour from Lao Chai to Ta Van with Sapa Tours will gain special experiences through breathtaking landscapes and rich cultural heritage. Ancient rice terraces, local communities, and tranquil beauty await you in Ta Van.
Invite yourself to this adventure, suitable both for established trekkers and first visitors. Natural beauty, cultural insight, and physical activity will merge in a way you have never experienced before.
So what are you holding tight for? Contact Impress Travel to book your unforgettable trekking adventure with Sapa Tours. Don’t forget to regularly follow our Impress Travel for more interesting information about traveling Sapa to and to book Sapa Tours at the best prices.
Sapa Tours offers travelers three days of Sapa easy trekking to explore the most iconic attractiveness of Sapa such as rice terraces, lush-green valleys, imposing mountains rows of mountains, the cultural diversity of ethnic minority groups such like Hmong, Dzay, Tay, Red Dzao people. We take part in athletic activities as easy trekking to visit the rustic hill tribe villages via the stunning rice terraces, to meet at the friendly communication with local ethnic people, enjoy the delicious local foods. For the most friendly Sapa Vietnam Tour Consultancy, please email us at please email:sapatour@impresstravel.com or contact the hotline (Whatsapp, Zalo, Viber, Skype) at +84.912 379 189 – Mr. Alex
Hotels in Sapa
Homestay in Sapa
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Inclusion: Night train tickets, Tour guide, Transfer from Hanoi to Lao Cai station
Inclusion: Breakfast; lunch; dinner, Homestay in Ta Van, Entrance fee; Tour guide, Private air-conditioned vehicle pick up from Lao Cai train station to Sapa town
After breakfast, we keep the easy trekking through the rice terrace track to Giang Ta Chai village where is home of Red Dao people, and then to Su Pan village where the vehicle is awaiting for transferring back to Sapa town.
The afternoon time is free at leisure and explore Sapa town by self
Hotel overnight in Sapa town
Inclusion: Breakfast; Entrance fee; Tour guide, Private air-conditioned vehicle pick up from Su Phan village back to Sapa town, Hotel in Sapa
Inclusion: Breakfast; Entrance fee; Tour guide, Private air-conditioned vehicle pick up from Cat Cat village back to Sapa town and transfer to Lao Cai station and Night train tickets to Hanoi.
Impress Travel – Sapa tours offers classic and easy tours, trekking tours (easy trek, medium trek & hard trek) to discover the remote ethnic minority villages & adventurous tours to conquer Fansipan’s highest mountain peak or motorbike to travel around and mountain biking, market day tours, homestay with an ethnic family. For the most trusted and most saving for North Vietnam Tour Packages to explore Sapa Vietnam. Email: Sapatours@impresstravel.com & call to Mr. Alex Impress Travel Manager at his cell phone (+84) 9123 79 189
