Hoan Kiem

Hanoi

Vietnam

Experience the authentic charm of Ha Giang and Sapa on this 6-day journey. Our unique and scientific itinerary allows you to visit famous check-in spots while maintaining your physical health.

            This signature tour is designed to take you off the beaten track, allowing you to interact more with local ethnic people. We also arrange a lunch with a local family, giving you a deeper understanding of their daily lives.

            Join us on this unforgettable journey and experience the authentic charm of Ha Giang and Sapa. From the lush terraced rice paddies to the rustic charm of the native dwellings, this region is a true gem of Vietnam.

Day 1

Please be on time, according to your voucher time, at the meeting point for your overnight journey by sleeper bus from Hanoi to to Ha Giang.Read moreMore about Old Quarter

Old Quarter

Day 2

From the highest point, Quan Ba Pass opens up a panoramic view of Tam Son valley, winding limestone mountains and terraced fields
On the top of the pass, there is a small cafe - an ideal place to stop and enjoy hot drinks such as coffee or chocolate when it is cold
The highlight is Quan Ba Twin/Fairy Breast Mountains - two round feminine mountains, associated with the legend of the fairy mother breastfeeding her child, becoming even more dreamy in the sea of clouds
A winding steep road (Bac Sum Pass) with many hairpin bends creates a wonderful backpacking experienceRead moreMore about Quan Ba Heaven Gate

Quan Ba Heaven Gate

Thẩm Mã Pass is a scenic mountain road in Hà Giang Province, located between Yên Minh and Đồng Văn along the legendary Happiness Road (QL4C). Known for its dramatic, winding curves that resemble a giant serpent, Thẩm Mã is a favorite among motorbike riders and photographers seeking thrilling views and raw mountain beauty.
The name "Thẩm Mã" means “Horse Testing Pass.” According to legend, in the past, horses were brought here to test their strength—only the strongest could carry goods over the treacherous terrain. Today, it stands as a symbol of endurance and nature's might.
As you ascend the pass, you’re rewarded with panoramic views of terraced fields, limestone peaks, and remote H’mông villages nestled in the valleys below. The best time to visit is early morning or late afternoon, when sunlight casts golden hues across the cliffs. Thẩm Mã Pass offers a perfect stop to soak in the majestic landscape of northern Vietnam.Read moreMore about Dong Van Karst Plateau Geopark

Dong Van Karst Plateau Geopark

The Vuong Palace (Dinh Vua Meo), nestled in Sa Phin Valley, Đồng Văn District, Hà Giang, is the former residence of Vuong Chinh Duc—known as the “Hmong King”—and a symbol of H’mông authority in the early 20th century. Built between 1919 and 1928 on a 1,200 m² turtle‑shell shaped plot, it blends traditional H’mông materials with Chinese Qing‑style architecture and French touches. Surrounded by thick walls, deep moats, and century‑old trees, the two‑story structure houses 64 rooms across three connected wings—front, center, and rear—each serving duties from governance and worship to living quarters
Ornate carvings of dragons, phoenixes, bats, and poppy motifs reflect wealth, spirituality, and the family’s historical involvement in the opium trade 
Declared a national architectural relic in 1993, the palace withstood French and American wars. Today, its descendants preserve the site, offering visitors a window into the rich cultural and political heritage of Hà Giang’s H’mông peopleRead moreMore about Dinh Vua Meo

Dinh Vua Meo

Đồng Văn is a highland district in Hà Giang, located in Vietnam's northernmost region. Known for its rugged limestone mountains and terraced fields, Đồng Văn is the heart of the UNESCO-recognized Dong Van Karst Plateau Geopark. The district is home to many ethnic groups, including the H’mông, Tay, and Lô Lô, offering visitors a rich cultural tapestry.
One of the must-visit sites is the Đồng Văn Old Quarter, featuring century-old houses and traditional markets. The Lũng Cú Flag Tower, marking Vietnam’s northernmost point, and the Vuong Palace—a former royal H’mông residence—are iconic landmarks nearby. Each Sunday, the Đồng Văn Market comes alive with colorful ethnic costumes, local produce, and handicrafts.
Whether you're trekking through rocky plateaus, discovering hidden villages, or immersing in ethnic culture, Đồng Văn offers a truly authentic and unforgettable Ha Giang experience.
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Dong Van

Day 3

Ma Pi Leng Pass, located in Đồng Văn District, Hà Giang, is one of Vietnam’s most breathtaking mountain passes. Stretching about 20 kilometers along the Happiness Road between Đồng Văn and Mèo Vạc, it towers over 1,500 meters above sea level. The pass winds dramatically through towering limestone cliffs and deep river valleys, offering panoramic views of the majestic Nho Quế River below.

Ma Pi Leng, meaning “horse's nose bridge” in H’mông language, reflects its steep, rugged terrain—once considered impassable. Built by hand in the 1960s by local ethnic groups, it stands as a symbol of determination and resilience.

At the Sky Walk or Ma Pi Leng Panorama, visitors can marvel at cliffs plunging vertically to the emerald river, especially stunning at sunrise or sunset. This pass is a highlight of the Ha Giang Loop, drawing adventurers, bikers, and photographers seeking Vietnam’s raw, untouched natural beauty.Read moreMore about Ma Pi Leng Pass

Ma Pi Leng Pass

Mèo Vạc is a remote mountainous district in Hà Giang Province, nestled along the famous Happiness Road in northern Vietnam. Surrounded by towering limestone peaks and steep valleys, it is a vital stop on the Ha Giang Loop, especially known for its proximity to the iconic Ma Pi Leng Pass.
The district is home to diverse ethnic minorities such as the H’mông, Dao, and Lô Lô, who maintain rich cultural traditions. Each Sunday, the vibrant Mèo Vạc market becomes a hub of local life—where people gather in colorful costumes to trade goods, livestock, and socialize.
One of the most impressive sights is the Nho Quế River, winding through deep canyons, offering scenic boat rides and trekking opportunities. Mèo Vạc also has peaceful villages like Pa Vi with charming homestays. With its raw natural beauty and cultural richness, Mèo Vạc offers an authentic, unforgettable highland experience in Vietnam’s far north.Read moreMore about Meo Vac

Meo Vac

Arriving Du Gia village around 16pm. Check in your homestay, take a shower, reluxing and dinner with family. 
Accommodation is through community-based homestays, typically traditional wooden houses perched on stilts. Communal dinners with rice wine, and cultural evenings with folk music Read moreMore about Du Gia

Du Gia

Day 4

Du Gia Waterfall is located in Du Gia Commune, Yen Minh District, about 70km from Ha Giang City, and is a prominent stop on the Ha Giang Loop. This is a multi-tiered waterfall, about 6m high, pouring into a clear blue lake, ideal for swimming, bathing or even jumping off a cliff.
Visiting often includes a short trek through the green forest, providing an experience close to pristine nature. Surrounding the waterfall are Tay and H'Mong villages with simple but cozy homestays, wifi available, and local food services such as thang co, five-color sticky rice
This is a destination worth experiencing with a blend of majestic nature, unique culture and a sense of peaceful relaxationRead moreMore about Du Gia

Lung Tam in Quản Bạ, Hà Giang, is a traditional H’mông weaving village famed for its meticulous linen and brocade craft. Perched in a verdant valley beside the Miên River and encircled by limestone peaks, Lung Tam offers stunning natural beauty .
Women in the village tend their own flax plots, manually extracting fibers and processing them through soaking, steaming, and waxing before dyeing. The linen goes through 40+ handcrafted stages — spinning, weaving, hand‑embroidery, and indigo dyeing — using natural pigments from forest leaves and bark. A single indigo shade may require months of soaking and drying to reach its vibrant, long-lasting depth
Beyond witnessing skilled craftsmanship, visitors can don traditional H’mông attire, stroll along the peaceful valley, stay in local homestays, and buy handmade products like scarves, bags, and clothing.
Lung Tam’s cooperative model not only preserves cultural heritage but also boosts incomes, with goods exported to over 20 countriesRead moreMore about Lung Tam Village

Lung Tam Village

Ha Giang Loop will be finish 15 - 16pm at our hostel in Ha Giang. You can take a shower and waitting the bus come to pick up to Sapa (6hours). You will be arrving in Sapa midle night and get the room to sleep. Read moreMore about Ha Giang

Ha Giang

Day 5

Y Linh Ho Village is a tranquil H’Mông and Dao settlement about 5 km southwest of Sapa, nestled in the lush Muong Hoa Valley. Named after its founder, Mr. Ly Linh Ho, the village remains delightfully rustic and less touristy compared to nearby hamlets .
The village is divided into two hamlets — Y Linh Ho 1 & 2 — home to about 200 households who maintain traditional bamboo stilt houses and farming lifestyles
Trekking gently from Sapa, stroll along the valley, cross the Lao Chai San 2 suspension bridge, and mingle with friendly locals practicing clothes dyeing, weaving brocade, and other ethnic crafts
Overall, Y Linh Ho is a hidden gem—offering authentic rural charm, immersive cultural experiences, photogenic landscapes, and peaceful trekking. Ideal for those seeking a serene escape from crowded tourist trails.Read moreMore about Y Linh Ho

Y Linh Ho

Lao Chai Village, nestled ~7 km southeast of Sapa in the picturesque Muong Hoa Valley, is a serene getaway famous for its stunning terraced rice fields and rich ethnic culture . Home to around 100 Black H’mông households (plus Giay and Yao communities), with traditional bamboo and wooden stilt homes clinging to lush, layered slopes
Best visited between April–June (flooding season) and September–October (harvest time), when the fields reflect dazzling sunshine or glow golden like “a sea of gold”. Gentle trekking paths wind through paddies, past streams and villages, offering perfect photo spots and immersive nature strolls.
Artisans here craft brocade, textiles, and silver jewelry—visitors can try weaving themselves and buy authentic souvenirs directly from the makers. Lao Chai is an unspoiled gem—peaceful, culturally vibrant, and scenically mesmerizing—inviting travelers to slow down and truly connect with the soul of Sapa.Read moreMore about Lao Chai

Lao Chai

Ta Van Village, nestled about 3km from Lao Chai village in the scenic Muong Hoa Valley, is a picturesque community home to H’mông, Giay, and Red Dao ethnic groups . With roughly 150–200 households, the village lies peacefully along terraced rice paddies and the Muong Hoa stream, offering postcard-perfect landscapes
Beyond natural beauty, Ta Van offers cultural richness: traditional weaving, ethnic cuisine (five‑colour sticky rice, grilled stream fish), herbal baths and sunset bamboo dances around campfires.
Overnight in a local homestay to experience warm hospitality, savor home-cooked dishes like five-colour sticky rice and grilled stream fish, and even share evening rice wine by the hearth . The village also hosts small ethnic festivals in spring, with folk games and dances around campfires—offering a window into living traditions
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Ta Van Village

Day 6

Giang Ta Chai is a charming Red Dao village tucked about 5 km from Ta Van village in the Muong Hoa Valley, sitting atop a lush, terraced landscape
Trekking routes wind through bamboo groves, across suspension bridges over Muong Hoa stream, offering intimate encounters with nature and hill tribe lifeRead moreMore about Giang Ta Chai Village

Giang Ta Chai Village

The end of the tour at 14-15pm. The driver pick up back to Saparis Station Hostel. You can take shower and waitting the bus come to pick up back to Hanoi. The bus departure every hours. 
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Sapa

The end the trip 6 days Ha Giang and Sapa trekking around 15-16pm. And we will arrange luxury bus pick you up at Saparis Station Hostel to Hanoi. From Sapa - Hanoi route will be 6 hours. Read moreMore about Old Quarter

6 Days Ha Giang Loop Easy Rider & Sapa Trekking Tour

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