✨ Epic Highland Adventure Through Vietnam’s Northern Mountains
This adventurous 12-day tour is tailor-made for nature lovers, photographers, and cultural explorers. From golden rice terraces and ethnic markets to rugged mountain passes and river valleys, it captures the raw beauty and spirit of Northern Vietnam.
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Explore remote ethnic regions from Nghia Lo to Ha Giang
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Trek through Mu Cang Chai’s iconic terraced rice fields (UNESCO-recognized)
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Conquer Khau Pha & Ma Pi Leng Passes – Vietnam’s most scenic mountain roads
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Meet Hmong, Thai, and Dao ethnic groups, and stay in authentic homestays
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Discover Sapa and Fansipan Peak – the “Roof of Indochina”
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Visit the vibrant Bac Ha Sunday Market and colorful highland towns
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Journey through the breathtaking Ha Giang Loop with hidden villages and dramatic landscapes
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Optional experiences: Nho Que River boat ride, ethnic food tastings, and cultural exchanges
Day 1: Arrival in Hanoi
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Airport pick-up and check-in
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Welcome dinner and short walk in the Old Quarter
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Overnight in Hanoi
Day 2: Hanoi – Nghia Lo
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Depart early to Nghia Lo (approx. 6 hrs)
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Stop at Thanh Son tea hills or ethnic villages along the way
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Check in at local homestay
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Cultural exchange with Thai ethnic group
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Overnight in Nghia Lo
Day 3: Nghia Lo – Tu Le – Mu Cang Chai
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Scenic drive through Khau Pha Pass – among Vietnam’s highest passes
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Short trekking through Tu Le rice fields
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Reach Mu Cang Chai, famous for UNESCO-recognized terraced fields
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Overnight in Mu Cang Chai (lodge or homestay)
Day 4: Trekking in Mu Cang Chai
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Full day trekking through La Pan Tan, Che Cu Nha, or Mam Xoi Hill
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Meet Hmong families, observe farm life, and enjoy mountain scenery
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Overnight in Mu Cang Chai
Day 5: Mu Cang Chai – Sapa
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Drive to Sapa via Than Uyen and O Quy Ho Pass
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Stop for photo at Fansipan view point
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Explore Sapa town on arrival
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Overnight in Sapa
Day 6: Sapa Trekking Day
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Trek through Lao Chai – Ta Van – Giang Ta Chai
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Enjoy picnic lunch or eat at a local family house
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Return to Sapa in the afternoon
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Overnight in Sapa
Day 7: Sapa – Fansipan – Bac Ha
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Optional morning cable car to Fansipan Peak
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Depart for Bac Ha (approx. 3.5 hrs)
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Free time in Bac Ha town
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Overnight in Bac Ha
Day 8: Bac Ha Sunday Market – Ha Giang
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Visit Bac Ha Market (only on Sunday) – vibrant and colorful ethnic gathering
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Transfer to Ha Giang (4–5 hrs)
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Overnight in Ha Giang
Day 9: Ha Giang – Quan Ba – Yen Minh – Dong Van
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Begin Ha Giang Loop: Heaven Gate, Twin Mountains, limestone highlands
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Visit Hmong villages along the way
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Overnight in Dong Van
Day 10: Dong Van – Ma Pi Leng Pass – Meo Vac
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Explore Dong Van Old Quarter, drive over Ma Pi Leng Pass
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Optional boat ride on Nho Que River
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Visit ethnic villages in Meo Vac
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Overnight in Meo Vac or Bao Lac
Day 11: Return to Ha Giang
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Scenic drive back through mountain valleys and forests
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Stop for photos or short walks along the way
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Overnight in Ha Giang City
Day 12: Ha Giang – Hanoi
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Morning departure back to Hanoi (6–7 hrs)
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Drop-off at hotel or airport – End of services
✅ Tour Inclusions
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11-night accommodation (local hotel, lodge, homestay mix)
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Daily breakfast, 7 lunches, 5 dinners
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Private vehicle and driver throughout
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English-speaking guide with mountain experience
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Entrance fees, market fees, and trekking permits
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Bottled water
❌ Exclusions
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Domestic flights (if needed for extensions)
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Personal expenses, drinks, tips
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Travel insurance
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Fansipan cable car (optional)
🧳 Ideal For
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Photographers, trekking lovers, and nature explorers
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Travelers seeking off-the-beaten-path, deep cultural experiences
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B2B partners offering unique Northern loop itineraries
