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Sapa
Introduction
These hiking and cultural tours will introduce you to some of the local ethnic tribes of the Muong Hoa Valley, with its breathtaking rice terraces and winding river. The steep-sided valley offers some of the best trekking Vietnam has to offer.
Guests can choose between two starting points for their trekking adventure. The classic tour begins in the town of Sapa, with a convenient pickup from the city center. We also offer the option to start in the more serene and less touristy village of Ta Van. Located just 12km from Sapa, Ta Van provides a more relaxed and budget-friendly entry point to your trekking tour experience.
Sapa town centre start
The town centre also has many nice hotels and restaurants to choose from not to mention near attractions like Cat Cat village, Fansipan cable car and Glass Bridge. Collection is from the town square or your hotel and back again. Sapa also has a vibrant night life with many restaurant, bars and hotels to choose from.
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*Prices are intended as a guide based on a group of 4 persons with a per person price. To see the actual price, check on the page. Depending on how many people are in your group, the cost may be higher or lower per person.
Ta Van start
The biggest village in the valley with many homestay’s, coffee shops and places to see. It’s like Sapa town was 10 years ago but with WiFi. There is much to explore locally and the people here are very friendly. Tours from Ta Van make the most sense for people already in the valley on holiday. Please note It may be the biggest village in the valley but it still does not have a bank / cash machine.
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*Prices are intended as a guide based on a group of 4 persons with a per person price. To see the actual price, check on the page. Depending on how many people are in your group, the cost may be higher or lower per person.
Hanoi package tours
Getting around in Vietnam is not the easiest, especially for people new to the country. That is why we have options that collect you from Hanoi Old Quarter itself. We use Sapa Express coaches and book the executive service for you. Arrive in Sapa relaxed. We also include with the tour a little time off so you can explore the villages and valley by yourself. You can ask to extend if you wish - it really is quite affordable with prices from $20 per night for a private room.
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*Prices are intended as a guide based on a group of 4 persons with a per person price. To see the actual price, check on the page. Depending on how many people are in your group, the cost may be higher or lower per person.
Light trekking tours
For people who want to see the beauty of Sapa, engage with the local ethnic cultures and have a less intense trekking adventure we have tours specially for you. These tours have a maximum of 4km of trekking per day, taking a more leisurely pace, engaging with the local community more as well more time with scenic locations.
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*Prices are intended as a guide based on a group of 4 persons with a per person price. To see the actual price, check on the page. Depending on how many people are in your group, the cost may be higher or lower per person.
Futher information
The town of Sapa has a rich and fascinating history, first established by the French in 1905 as a hill station to escape the heat of Hanoi. Situated at an altitude of 1,500 meters, Sapa’s cooler climate and easy access via the Lao Cai railway made it an ideal retreat for colonial-era travelers.
The town of Sapa, also known as Sa Pả, is part of the Lào Cai region and has been home to a diverse array of ethnic minorities since the 17th century. The Chinese once referred to the people of the nearby villages, a mix of Hmong, Red Dao, and Green Zay tribes, as “Sa Ba,” which means sand beach in Mandarin.
When the French arrived, they adapted the name of the area, changing the sound to Chapa, which was later translated to Vietnamese, transforming the French “Ch” to the more favourable “S” – resulting in the name we know today: Sapa.
The region’s true allure lies in the stunning Muong Hoa Valley as the local ethnic groups preferred to settle in the more fertile areas. This valley, famous for its steep-sided rice terraces and breathtaking vistas, is where we’ll guide you on our trekking adventures.
Our trails follow the historic pathways that once served as the only means of passage between villages and farmlands – routes too rugged and wild to be transformed into main roads. Today, these trails remain largely unchanged, offering an authentic and immersive trekking experience.
While Sapa has since become a fashionable destination for both Vietnamese and international tourists, the surrounding villages maintain their traditional charm. When staying in the Sapa region, many visitors opt for the authentic homestay experience, with the best options found in Ta Van as well as other options in Su Pan, and Giang Ta Chai.
Join us on a journey through the captivating history and cultures of the Muong Hoa Valley, where you’ll have the opportunity to connect with local ethnic communities, witness the timeless beauty of the rice terraces, and create memories that will last a lifetime.