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Sapa Cultural Trek 3 Days

3 days · 2 nightsClassic & CultureRate for 2 guests

Tour information

Destinations:Lao Cai · Sapa · Cat Cat · Lao Chai · Ta Van · Giang Ta Chai
Starts in/Finishes in:Sapa region / Sapa or Lao Cai
Highlights:Black Hmong culture · Cat Cat village · Muong Hoa Valley · Giay homestay · Red Dao village · Rice-terrace walks

A thoughtfully paced introduction to Sapa’s mountain landscapes and living cultures. Walk between Black Hmong, Giay and Red Dao communities, spend a night in a village homestay and enjoy close-up views of the Muong Hoa Valley.

Day-by-day journey

Tour itinerary

DAY 1Lao Cai – Sapa – Cat Cat Village

Meet the shared transfer in Lao Cai and travel uphill to Sapa. After breakfast and time to settle in, trek approximately 6 km to Cat Cat, a Black Hmong village set among terraces and waterfalls. Learn about local crafts and everyday life before returning to Sapa. Overnight at Cat Cat Hotel or similar.

DAY 2Sapa – Lao Chai – Ta Van

Descend into the Muong Hoa Valley and follow paths through sculpted rice terraces to Lao Chai, home to Black Hmong families. Continue to Ta Van village for lunch and time with the Giay community. The total walk is approximately 12 km. Dinner and overnight in a simple local homestay.

DAY 3Ta Van – Giang Ta Chai – Sapa – Lao Cai

Walk through bamboo forest and terraced country to Giang Ta Chai, a Red Dao village. After lunch, transfer back to Sapa for a shower and rest, then take the shared bus to Lao Cai railway station for your onward night train.

Tour price

From USD 108

USD 108per person

Rate based on 2 guests travelling together. Final confirmation is subject to travel dates and service availability.

Peak-season supplements may apply. Please contact ECR Travel for a confirmed quotation.

What is covered

Tour inclusions

Included

  • Shared Lao Cai–Sapa–Lao Cai transfers
  • English-speaking trekking guide
  • One hotel night in Sapa and one basic homestay night
  • Cat Cat entrance ticket
  • Meals stated in the programme
  • Private transfer from Giang Ta Chai to Sapa

Not included

  • Train tickets to and from Lao Cai
  • Drinks, travel insurance and personal expenses
  • Tips and services not mentioned