General introduction to Lao Cai: 

   Lao Cai is an outstanding destination of Northwestern Vietnam Nam - where the majestic beauty of Sa Pa and the brilliant yellow of Mu Cang Chai converge. This is the place where culture, nature and national identity intersect, opening a new chapter of development rich in potential for eco-tourism, border economy and sustainable agriculture.

   Lao Cai is adjacent to Tuyen Quang, Phu Tho, Son La, Lai Chau provinces and has a border with China, creating special advantages in international trade, tourism and highland economic development. Lao Cai is about 160 km from Hanoi, the border is more than 180 km with Yunnan province, China. The province has 99 commune-level administrative units including 10 wards and 89 communes with the administrative center located in Lao Cai city.

Location Lao Cai province on Vietnam map

These outstanding destinations in Lao Cai

    Lao Cai is currently a destination converging the quintessence of the Northwest region, where History - Culture (city) Lao Cai, ethnic villages) blend with majestic Geological and Ecological wonders (Fansipan, Sa Pa terraced fields). This guide will take you to a colorful Lao Cai, from the unique indigenous cultural space to the magnificent natural landscape on the roof of Indochina.

Sa Pa: The misty place of thousands of people

    Sa Pa is always the first destination people think of when talking about the Northwest. This place is suspended in the middle of the sky, surrounded by misty clouds all year round. Located at an altitude of about 1,600m, Sa Pa is considered an image associated with Northwest tourism, a convergence of cool temperate climate all year round and diverse ethnic culture. Sa Pa not only has a cool climate like Da Lat, but also possesses artificial wonders created by ethnic people. You must definitely visit Muong Hoa Valley and villages like Cat Cat and Ta Van to witness the magnificent terraced fields, especially during the golden rice season (September - November). In addition, conquering Ham Rong Mountain to embrace the entire town in sight, or checking in at the ancient Stone Church are also experiences not to be missed. Sa Pa is always beautiful, but in the winter, if you're lucky, you also have the opportunity to "hunt" for snow and ice!

Town foggy Sapa

Fansipan Peak: Touching the Roof of the East Duong

    Fansipan (3,143m) is the pride and "Roof of Indochina", the highest mountain in Vietnam, towering in the middle of the mountain range. Majestic Hoang Lien Son. With the support of the modern cable car system, the mountain peak is no longer a difficult challenge, but becomes a sacred destination that any visitor to Sa Pa wishes to admire. On top of Fansipan, next to the legendary landmark, is a massive and majestic spiritual architectural complex, floating in a sea of ​​white, floating clouds.

Fansipan peak area

Y Ty – Bat Xat: Land of the Sea of ​​Clouds & Mystery

    Y Ty is a highland commune located deep in Y Ty commune, famous for its title "land of mist". This place is covered with clouds almost all year round, creating white "sea of ​​clouds" floating right under your feet, especially ideal to admire from the top of Lao Than. Y Ty has a wild, original beauty and a unique architectural feature: the mushroom-shaped Trinh Tuong houses of the Ha Nhi people, hidden in mist and clouds, are extremely mysterious and interesting. Located at an altitude of over 2000m above sea level. This is where the Nhi Ha ethnic people live. The journey to Y Ty is full of challenges and difficulties with winding roads and winding passes. But once you set foot here, you will be completely immersed in the majestic nature and unique cultural identity.

Houses presented wall in Y Ty

Mu Cang Chai: Place of Endless Golden Season

    Mu Cang Chai is probably one of the names that is no longer unfamiliar to tourists who enjoy the pure nature and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of the Northwest highlands. Every year, in September, Mu Cang Chai begins the ripening rice season and this is probably also the most ideal travel time that you cannot miss. The scene of bright yellow terraced fields seems to brighten the vitality of the entire region. Admiring this beautiful landscape will definitely make you admire and praise it.

Mu Cang Chai terraced fields.

In addition to the above prominent Lao Cai tourist attractions, every People can refer to other locations such as:

  • Ta Xua – Tram Tau: The Challenge of Cloud Hunting: Ta Xua is known as Vietnam's "cloud hunting paradise", where clouds roll over the mountainside creating a magical scene. The route to conquer Ta Xua peak brings an exciting adventure experience for those who love to explore. Nearby, Tram Tau is famous for its natural hot mineral springs, where visitors can relax after a climb. The combination of majestic nature and unique national culture makes this place an unforgettable stop.
  • Mu Cang Chai Rice Terraces: Ha Long Bay On the Mountain: Thac Ba Lake is one of the three largest artificial lakes in Vietnam, considered "Ha Long on the mountain" with more than 1,300 large and small islands. The peaceful scenery and blue lake surface amidst the mountains and forests create an ideal space for yachting, fishing, exploring Thac Ba cave or visiting the sacred Thac Ong and Thac Ba temples. This is a suitable place for ecotourism, relaxation and experiencing highland river life.
  • Northern Market Ha: Famous as one of the largest and most unique markets in the Northwest, a place for cultural exchange and goods exchange of many ethnic minorities such as Mong, Dao, Tay, Nung. O Quy Ho Pass is one of the "Four Great Passes" of Vietnam, famous for its majestic landscape, is the natural boundary between Lao Cai and Lai Chau. This is also an ideal spot to watch the sunset and hunt clouds, often called Heaven's Gate.
  • Muong Hoa Valley & Sa Ancient Stone Beach Pa: Where there are many ethnic villages (such as Ta Van, Lao Chai) and is a national relic area with ancient stone carvings, with unique historical and cultural value.
  • Pú Nhu Waterfall (Mu Cang Chai): A majestic waterfall, white foaming water in the middle of pristine mountains and forests, not far from the center of Mu Cang Chai district far.
  • Tu Le Valley (Van Chan District): Located at the foot of Khau Pha Pass, famous for the beauty of its fields rice and traditional Thai bathing culture.

Outstanding historical sites in Da Nang

Hoang Bay Bao Ha Temple - Place to worship the "Guardian God"

    The most used legend about Mr. Hoang Bay is as follows: In Vietnam's feudal history, Bao Ha had an important border defense position, the gate of the Red River defense line in the Northwest. Since the Tran Dynasty, two gates were set up: Bao Thang and Bao Ha gate, in which Bao Ha was Bao Thang's rear base. There is a fire signal station and information communication station for the districts below.

   In the middle of the Canh Hung era, Bao Ha is the center of Chau Van Ban. During the Canh Hung period (1740 - 1786), Northern invaders often invaded and harassed and robbed. Khau Ban commune, Van Ban district had to build ramparts against the enemy. Faced with grief and mourning, and at risk of invasion, General Nguyen Hoang Bay was assigned by the royal court to raise troops to quell the border rebellion.

Den Bao Ha - The temple worshiping famous general Hoang Bay.

 Stadium Ceremony - Where President Ho Chi Minh visited and talked with people Dan

    National historical and cultural relic Stadium Platform - Where President Ho Chi Minh visited and talked with the people of Lao Cai on September 25, 1958, Tomb of Nguyen Thai Hoc and other people soldiers of the Yen Bai Uprising in February 1930 and a system of historical and cultural and spiritual relics such as: Tuan Quan Temple, Bach Lam Temple, Ngoc Am Pagoda... Not far from the city center, there is the national historical relic Van War Zone, with beautiful and pristine natural landscapes such as: Van Hoi Lagoon, Hau Lagoon... are attractive tourist destinations not to be missed for every tourist.

Leaders of Lao Cai province and leaders of Vientiane province (Laos) visit the Stadium Historical Site

Nghia Lo Fort and Streak Relics 

    Nghia Lo Cang and Fort historical site was recognized as a National historical site on September 27, 1996. About 80km from Yen Bai Ward, following Highway 32, you will reach Muong Lo field in Nghia Lo commune. When you come to the western town of Nghia Lo, you will visit the historical relics of Nghia Lo Cang and Fort, Uncle Ho's stilt house and learn about the unique culture of the Thai ethnic people. The historical relic of Nghia Lo Cang and Fort is where the glorious battles and victory to liberate Nghia Lo town took place in 1952. The highlight of this Lao Cai tourist destination is that it is located on the main road of Dien Bien in the basin of Muong Lo field. 

Nghia Lo Victory Monument at the Nghia Lo Fort and Fort relic site

Tourists love it To learn about history and people, you can refer to 5 other famous historical places in Lao Cai, including:

  • Upper Temple: Worshiping the National Duke Hung Dao Dai Vuong Tran Quoc Tuan, is a national historical - cultural relic located in a strategic border position.

  • Hoang A Tuong Mansion: National historical architectural work with unique Asian - European style unique, used to be the residence of the father and son of "King Cat" Hoang Yen Chao and Hoang A Tuong.

  • Sa Pa ancient stone relic area: A collection of mysterious, ancient stone carvings. Archaeological value and long-standing cultural history, recognized as a national relic.

  • Nguyen Thai Hoc historical relic site: The resting place of revolutionary Nguyen Thai Hoc and Soldiers sacrificed their lives in the Yen Bai Uprising (1930), demonstrating the spirit of patriotism and struggle.

  • Dong Cuong Mother Goddess Temple: The largest worship center of Mother Goddess Thuong Ngan in the North, one of the important National Monuments of the people's belief in worshiping Mother Goddess Tam Phu Vietnamese.

Reference time quan 

   Come to Lao Cai with its majestic natural scenery and diverse culture, always beautiful and attractive throughout all four seasons. To help you have the most complete trip, below are details about the ideal travel time and outstanding experiences by time of year

Spring (March – May): Season of Revival and Romance

    If you are a lover If you like the romance of spring, come to the Northwest at this time. The weather in Lao Cai is cool and fresh. This is when the entire area awakens: peach blossoms, plum blossoms, and pear blossoms bloom brilliantly. You can admire the white and pink flowers covering the hillsides in Sa Pa, Muong Hoa valley or participate in the unique Le Flower Festival in Bac Ha (Lao Cai). Spring is also the ideal time to hunt clouds and feel the scent of heaven and earth in highland villages.

Peach blossoms in the Stone Plateau

Summer (May - June): Falling water season and Endless Green

    Summer brings sparkling beauty and new vitality to Lao Cai. This is the season when water pours on terraced fields, especially in Mu Cang Chai. Water is brought from the stream, making the field surface shine like giant mirrors, reflecting clouds and mountains, attracting many tourists and photographers. This is also the time to explore cool areas like Thac Ba Lake or relax at Tram Tau hot springs.

Hot mineral space at Tram Tau hot spring

Autumn (September - November): The Most Golden and Wonderful Moment

   This is the season change moment that is considered the most beautiful of the year in the entire region. The Northwest sky is blue, clear, and dry, ideal for all exploration activities. All tourists flock to both provinces to admire the terraced fields during harvest time. The scene of bright, golden rice waves stretches across Sa Pa, Y Ty and is most prominent in Mu Cang Chai - where the famous Mam Xoi Hill is located. Favorable weather is also a great condition to conquer Fansipan peak without fear of dense fog. After the trip to see the rice, don't forget to enjoy fresh, fragrant green rice at Tu Le.

Winter (December - February): Snow and ice hunting and unique experiences unique

   Winter brings deep cold air, creating a unique and challenging experience. The cold climate can give you the opportunity to admire snow and ice - a rare phenomenon in Vietnam, often appearing on Fansipan peak or Y Ty area. If you don't like the cold, you can visit Thac Ba Lake or soak in Tram Tau hot springs to relax. In addition, at the beginning of the new year, the spiritual festival atmosphere at temples like Thuong Temple is also very vibrant.

Sa Pa submerged in white snow 

 Lao Cai travel information

From Hanoi, visitors can easily travel to the Northwest provinces such as by many different means.

Train from Hanoi - Lao Cai

Train route Hanoi Station - Lao Cai Station takes about 3 to 8 hours hour (SE fast train or SP tourist train), then from Lao Cai station to Sa Pa is only about 35 km. Ticket price:

  • Hard seats: about 180,000 - 250,000 VND/turn

  • Bed compartment 6: about 350,000 - 450,000 VND/turn

  • Bed cabin 4 (high quality cruise ships like Sapaly, King Express): 600,000 - 850,000 VND/turn

Train route Hanoi Station – Yen Bai Station It takes about 3 – 4 hours. Ticket price:

  • Hard seats: 100,000 - 150,000 VND/turn

  • Soft seats: 150,000 – 200,000 VND/turn

  • Sleeper bed (if traveling by night train): 250,000 - 350,000 VND/trip

Passenger car or limousine, fishing car staff

   From Hanoi there are two directions to the southwest of Lao Cai. Starting from the center of Hanoi city, you will have 2 main roads to get to Lao Cai easily: National Highway 32 and National Highway 70. The road is not too difficult to travel, you can look up the map to see the roads in advance. To get to famous places such as Van Chan Commune, Mu Cang Chai and Nghia Lo Ward, you will follow Highway 32, which is quite beautiful and riding a motorbike is also an interesting experience. Then, going to Nam Cuong Ward, you will follow Highway 70 or take the Hanoi - Lao Cai Expressway and exit at the Lao Cai intersection following the sign. Motorcycles are also loved by many young people, and will bring many unforgettable memories.

Part of the highway connecting Noi Bai - Lao Cai 

    Passenger buses are no longer strange to many tourists when coming to Lao Cai in a day, there are many different buses, you can go to My Dinh bus station. Service quality is also very good, the buses will stop at the end point, Yen Bai Bus Station. You can refer to some bus companies below:  Tourists from other provinces can fly or take the train or bus to Hanoi, then move on to Lao Cai. Nearby localities follow QL70, QL12, QL4D, QL4E, DT155... Below are some passenger car companies:

  • Limousine (pick up and drop off within the city): The Hanoi - Lao Cai route operates continuously throughout the day, departing from 5am to 8pm dark at both ends, with a frequency of 1 flight per hour. Limousine buses have pick-up and drop-off services within the city, bringing convenience and comfort to passengers. Ticket price is about 200,000 VND/trip.
  • Viet Phuong Bus (VIP sleeper): Viet Phuong Bus serves the Hanoi route – Lao Cai with high-class sleeper beds, departing from 8:00 a.m. to 8:15 p.m. in Hanoi and from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. in Lao Cai. The bus runs regularly throughout the day, suitable for tourists who want to travel during the day or in the evening. The ticket price is stable at 200,000 VND/trip.
  • Sao Viet bus station (VIP sleeper): This is one of the The most famous bus company on the Hanoi - Lao Cai route thanks to running continuously almost all day, from 6am to 11pm in Hanoi and from 7am to 11:30pm in Lao Cai. There is 1 flight every hour, very flexible for visitors' itinerary. VIP sleeper buses are clean, comfortable, ticket price 250,000 VND/trip.
  • Hai Phuong bus company:Operated by Hai Phuong Hanoi - Lao Cai route with departures from My Dinh bus station at 9:00 - 16:00, and in the opposite direction from Yen Bai bus station at 7:15 - 18:15. Quality sleeper bus, attentive service, ticket price 250,000 VND/trip, suitable for passengers traveling between the two provinces.
  • House Hai Phuong bus:Hai Phuong operates the Hanoi - Lao Cai route with departures from My Dinh bus station at 9:00 - 16:00, and in the opposite direction from Yen Bai bus station at 7:15 - 18:15. Quality sleeper bus, attentive service, ticket price 250,000 VND/trip, suitable for passengers traveling between the two provinces.

Moving around the city

   In Lao Cai, visitors can start Journey from Sa Pa, take the cable car or trekking to conquer Fansipan peak - "roof of Indochina".

    From Sa Pa, you can rent a motorbike or car to explore Bac Ha and Y Ty, lands that still retain their wild character and unique indigenous culture. Muong Hum, A Lu or Y Ty roads bring beautiful experiences between the clouds and sky and immense terraced fields.

  • Zonitrip (Yen Bai Ward)

    • Motorbike rental, support Car delivery and pickup between Tu Le and Mu Cang Chai. 

    • Simple procedure: deposit ID card/CCCD and about 1 million VND. 

    • Rental price: about 200,000 VND/day/bike, including 2 helmets. 

    • Address: 246 Le Hong Phong, Yen Bai Ward. 

  • Hung Nga (Mu Cang Chai)

    • Specializes in renting motorbikes for backpacking trips, with support for delivery and return at locations such as Nghia Lo and Tram Tau. 

    • Rental price fluctuates around 120,000 - 180,000 VND/day depending on the type of car. 

    • The store offers manual and clutch vehicles suitable for mountain roads.

  • Suite Mai (Mu Cang Commune) Brush)

     Manual car: 100,000 – 150,000 VND/day 

            Scooter: 120,000 – 180,000 VND/day

            Manual transmission vehicle (Exciter, locust): 180,000 - 250,000 VND/day

  • Flamingo Laocai Motorbike Tours and Rentals
    Phone: 0866 680 454
    Address: 52 Phan Dinh Phung, Pho Moi, Lao Cai Ward.
    Motorbike rental price: 100,000 VND/day
    Scooter rental price: 200,000 VND/day

    Every journey through Lao Cai is an opportunity for visitors to immerse themselves in the majestic nature, experience the unique highland culture and fully feel the beauty of the mountainous region of Northern Vietnam Male.

Accommodation information

Luxury

Le Champ Tu Le Resort Hot Spring & Spa

  Not only is a variety of attractions within reach for your adventures, but staying at Le Champ Tu Le Resort Hot Spring & Spa will also give you a pleasant stay. Le Champ Tu Le Resort Hot Spring & Spa is highly recommended for backpackers who want an affordable yet comfortable vacation. When staying at a resort, design and architecture are two important factors that can damage your eyes. With a unique setting, Le Champ Tu Le Resort Hot Spring & Spa offers a pleasant accommodation for your stay. From business events to corporate gatherings, Le Champ Tu Le Resort Hot Spring & Spa offers the complete services and amenities you and your colleagues need.

  • Room type & reference price: Deluxe room about 2,500,000 VND/night, Suite room about 3,500,000 VND/night.

SOJO Hotel Lao Cai 

   SOJO Hotel Lao Cai is a 5-minute walk from Lao Cai International Border Gate, a 5-minute walk from Coc Leu Market - a famous market as a busy business center. of Lao Cai city is only 100m. Only 1km from Mother Temple and Thuong Temple, a complex of spiritual and cultural tourism relics, and 2km from Lao Cai Station. SOJO Hotel Lao Cai promises to become an ideal place to stay on your travel or business journey to the Northwest region.

  • Reference room price: about 550,000 VND/night for luxury room type

In addition, there are also the following luxury and high-end hotels and resorts, highly appreciated for their service quality and unique landscape, which are ideal choices for a classy vacation in Lao Cai."

Hotel de la Coupole - MGallery (5 stars)

  • Address: No. 1 Hoang Lien, Sa Pa Commune, Lao Cai.

  • Reference price: From 4,000,000 VND/night.

  • Features: Iconic hotel with lavish Art Deco architecture by architect Bill Bensley. Outstanding with a splendid indoor heated swimming pool and a central location, convenient for transportation.

Silk Path Grand Sapa Resort & Spa (5 stars)

  • Address: Quan 6 Hill, Sa Pa Commune, Lao Cai.

  • Reference price: From 3,500,000 VND/night.

  • Features: High-class resort with classic Indochina architecture, offering beautiful views of Muong Hoa valley. Very suitable for luxurious and relaxing vacations.

Dai Phu An Resort & Spa (Luxury)

  • Address: Vang Island, Mau A commune, Lao Cai

  • Reference price: From 1,500,000 VND/night.

  • Features: The resort combines health care and traditional medicine. Suitable for travelers seeking absolute tranquility and restorative treatments.

Other experiences

La Dao Spa Homestay (Ta Van)

  • Address: Nam Cang Village, Ta Van, Sa Pa.

  • Reference price: From 1,000,000 - 1,900,000 VND/night.

  • Features: Combination Accommodation and Spa services for bathing with traditional Dao medicinal herbs. The bungalows are built in the middle of nature, providing a space to relax and experience local culture.

Viettrekking Homestay Sapa

  • Address: End of Hoang Lien Son street

  • Reference price Reference: About 350,000 - 550,000 VND/night (private room)

  • Features: Nicknamed "House in the clouds" because it is located on a high hill, possessing wonderful cloud-hunting views of Muong Hoa valley and Fansipan peak. Very popular with young people because there are many check-in corners.

  • Hello Mu Cang Chai Homestay: La Pan Tan, Mu Cang Chai.Reference price: About 150,000 VND/person/night (Dorm) or 600,000 - 700,000 VND/room/night (Bungalow).
  • Mu Cang Chai Ecolodge: Address: Nam Khat Commune, Mu Cang Brush. Reference price: About 600,000 - 1,200,000 VND/night.
  • Homestay Tram Tau Hot Springs (Tram Tau): Address: Area 5, Tram Tau Commune (near Nghia Lo). Reference price: About 100,000 VND/person/night (Group house on stilts) or 400,000 VND/private room/night.

Local festival cuisine and culture

Fine Restaurant

Tung Duong Place 

Is one of the reputable establishments in the supply industry providing restaurant services in Lao Cai Ward. Currently, Tung Duong Place owns a chain of services, including: Northwest specialty restaurants, Lao Cai's most luxurious conference and event center, and clean food farms. This is one of the few establishments with a system of restaurants, living rooms and accompanying services that meet recommended standards.

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Tung Duong Place Restaurant and Conference - Event Center is built on nearly 1 hectare of land located in the middle of the area. The restaurant area has a total area of ​​nearly 1,000m2, including the stilt house area, built in the traditional stilt house style of the Black Thai people and the ornamental garden and small fish pond, creating a feeling of closeness, warmth and peace for diners.

Hong Restaurant Long

    Hong Long Restaurant is a famous restaurant in Lao Cai city. Specializing in providing and serving specialties related to sturgeon and salmon. After more than a decade of construction and development, Hong Long has left a beautiful impression in the hearts of local people as well as tourists all over the country. With the criterion "Customer satisfaction is the most important". Hong Long Restaurant has constantly innovated, developed, and devoted itself to serving customers. Hong Long has rebuilt the entire campus with an area of ​​3000m2. With many VIP rooms, conference rooms, and private rooms that can accommodate up to 600 people at the same time. Therefore, many people come to restaurants to invite guests, organize parties, and festivals. 

Cuisine discovery experience

Different from other regional cuisines, Lao Cai cuisine is bold in the Northwest mountains and forests with unique, rustic dishes associated with the culture of ethnic minorities such as H'Mong, Dao, Thai.

Lao Cai cuisine is famous for hot, grilled dishes and rare local products, suitable for enjoying in the cold climate:

       Exploring culinary experiences: Tourists should visit Sa Pa Night Market to enjoy grilled food (grilled eggs, grilled meat skewers, grilled corn) and local eateries at the Ta Van village, Lao Chai to try ethnic dishes such as bamboo-tube rice, five-color sticky rice and interact with indigenous people.Sa Pa Salmon and Sturgeon Hotpot: Salmon and sturgeon are raised in the cold water conditions of Sa Pa for firm meat quality. Fish hotpot is served with fresh green wild vegetables, a dish that warms the hearts of tourists in the foggy weather.

  • Arpit-Capped Pork (Ban Pig): This is a famous specialty. Ban pork is grilled or roasted until crispy, dipped in the typical spicy dipping sauce of the H'Mong people, bringing an unmistakable mountain and forest flavor.

  • Thang Co: Traditional dish of the H'Mong people, made from horse meat and organs. Although picky eaters, this is an indispensable dish in highland markets and is the most powerful culinary discovery experience.

  • Vegetables Meo cabbage, Chayote: Vegetables grown in the high mountains of Sa Pa are always fresh, crispy and sweet, often simply boiled or stir-fried with garlic.

     Exploring culinary experiences: Coming to Lao Cai, go to restaurants along Highway 32 or Homestays on stilts in Mu Cang Chai to enjoy a traditional Thai meal. In particular, you should try local sticky rice wine or apple wine to complete the highland flavor.

  • Tu Le Rice and Five Sac Sticky Rice: Tu Le Sticky Rice is famous for its special fragrant sticky rice. The five-color sticky rice dish (made from natural leaf colors) of Thai people in Tu Le is not only delicious but also beautiful.

  • Gac Bep Buffalo Meat (Dried Meat): A typical Thai dish, buffalo meat is marinated with mountain spices (mac khe, doi seeds) and then hung on the stove to smoke. smoke. Often used as an appetizer or rustic wine snack.

  • Grilled Stream Fish (Pa Pinh Top): Fresh fish caught from the stream, stuffed with spices (mainly ginger, lemongrass, and mac khen) and then grilled on charcoal. This dish has a unique aroma, the fish meat is sweet and not fishy.

  • Sry Bamboo Shoots, Stream Moss: Vegetables Forest and stream moss are processed into many rustic dishes, bringing the fresh taste of the mountains and forests.

Literary experience Hoa

Bac Ha Market

    Bac Ha market is highly appreciated in the country and throughout Southeast Asia. The market opens once a week on Sunday morning, located 70km from Lao Cai City and right in Bac Ha commune. Although it has gone through a very long period of formation and development, this place still retains its extremely rare characteristics, converging from ethnic groups such as Mong, Tay, Nung, Dao, Phu La... The market is divided into many areas such as: brocade area, vegetable and fruit area, food area, ornamental plant area... Of which the area with the largest proportion is the area selling agricultural products of local people. In particular, visitors to Bac Ha market can also enjoy many delicious highland specialties such as: thang co, Bac Ha sour pho, corn dumplings... />

Xen Muong Festival of Thai Muong Lo people

   The Xen Muong Festival of the Thai Muong Lo people is usually held during the season of white ban flowers blooming in the mountains and forests, which is around January or February of the lunar calendar. This festival takes place in the Nghia Lo Museum Branch area to commemorate the gods who enlightened Muong, and at the same time pray for prosperity and happiness for Thai people. The Xen Muong Festival will be organized by Mr. Mo Nghe, who oversees the authority of the Muong owner and the Association of Elders. This festival takes the shirts of commune leaders as sacrifices, offerings will be contributed by the people of the entire Muong.

    In addition, visitors to Lao Cai also have the opportunity to immerse themselves in the vibrant atmosphere of many special traditional cultural festivals.

  • Gau Tao Festival of the Hmong people to pray for good fortune at the beginning of the year,
  • Roong Pooc Festival of the Giay people in Ta Van,
  • Thuong Temple Festival commemorating the Saint Tran, 
  • Down to the Field Festival opens the new season. Besides,
  • Mother Temple Festival and
  • Bac Ha Festival with traditional horse racing also attracts many tourists.

Funny Kids entertainment area

Funny Kids comes once and wants to go again and again, parents. This is an educational play area for children from 0 - 13 years old located right on the 1st floor of GO! So it's always convenient for the whole family to eat and shop together. 

Sun World Fansipan Legend (Sa Pa)

The largest and most prominent entertainment area in Lao Cai is Sun World Fansipan Legend, located in Sa Pa commune. This is a high-class tourism, cultural, religious, and entertainment complex, considered "Paradise on the roof of Indochina".

  • Scale and Experience: This area not only has the world-record Fansipan Cable Car, helping visitors conquer Fansipan Peak - "Roof of Indochina" easily, but also includes diverse experiences.

  • Main activities: Visitors can take the Muong Hoa mountain train, worship the Spiritual Cultural Complex with the Great Statue of Amitabha Buddha and Bich Van Zen Temple, check-in at National Flagpole, and enjoy unique indigenous cultural festivals and shows throughout the four seasons.

Sun World Fansipan Legend 

Aeris Hill (Tu Le)

    Located in Tu Le, this is an outstanding adventure experience area, providing many thrilling games for young people and those who love to exercise. The highlight is the longest Zipline in Vietnam, the first Zorbing game (rolling in a giant ball) in Vietnam, along with High rope and climbing areas.

Evocative tour Italian

Following the information for the Da Nang travel guide are some suggestions for outstanding tours here, specifically la:

Experience tour

Sapa Tour 2D1N (Departing from Hanoi): Hanoi - Explore Sapa

  • Itinerary: Hanoi → Sapa → Cat Cat Village → Explore Ham Rong or Fansipan → Return to Hanoi

  • Method of transportation: Car

  • Reference tour price: 2,518,000/person VND

  • Organizer: SST Travel / Ms. USA: 0707 260 119

Quang Binh Lao Cai Sapa Tour “Cat Cat – Ham Rong – 4D3N

  • Day 1: Quang Binh → Hanoi → Lao Cai

  • Day 2: Lao Cai → Sapa → Cat Cat Village

  • Day 3: Sapa – Ham Rong → Lao Cai → Ha Noi

  • Day 4: Hanoi → Quang Binh

Transportation:

  • Main means of transportation: train and car, meeting the journey between stops.

  • SE / SP trains are used for long distances (Quang Binh ↔ Hanoi ↔ Lao Cai).

  • Cars used in the sections Lao Cai ↔ Sapa ↔ attractions.

​​​​​​​Price: 1,490,000 VND

Organizer: Hung Viet Trading & Tourism Service Company Limited 

Phone: +84 2323 818 878 (Office) and Hotline +84 918 805 368

Shopping and Souvenirs

     Lao Cai is not only famous for its majestic scenery but also for its many specialties and products. Handicraft products imbued with highland identity for tourists to choose as gifts after the trip. In Lao Cai, visitors can buy Sa Pa brocade handwoven by the H'Mong, Dao, Tay people with delicate patterns, vibrant colors, suitable for making towels robes, bags or decorations. In addition, wild honey, apple wine, shiitake mushrooms, dried bamboo shoots, and buffalo meat are famous specialties often sold at Sa Pa market, Bac Ha market or Lao Cai city center.

Brocade in Lao Cai

   Or typical gifts include Shan Tuyet Suoi Giang tea - a type of ancient tea famous for its pure aroma, Tu Le green rice, Muong Lo sticky rice or Tu Le sticky wine are all specialties loved by many people. Tourists can buy them at Nghia Lo market, Mu Cang Chai or local craft production facilities.

Shan Tuyet Suoi Giang Tea

   Each gift carries the flavor and spirit of the Northwest mountains and forests - simple but rich, a great way to preserve memories after the journey to explore Lao Cai.

Notes when traveling to Da Nang

Support information and other information

  • Lao Cai Provincial Police: Headquarters is located at 506, Dien Bien Street, Yen Bai Ward, Lao Cai City, with contact phone number 069.2506.112 and Email: [email protected].

  • Lao Cai Provincial Department of Tourism: This agency is headquartered at the Public Administration Service Center Building, Tran Hung Dao Avenue, Nam Cuong Ward, Lao Cai City. Visitors can contact via phone number (0214) 3800 201 or Email: [email protected]. The official website is sodulich.laocai.gov.vn.

  • Consumer Protection Agency (Lao Cai Department of Industry and Trade): Management agency in the field of rights protection Consumer benefit is headquartered at Block 7, Tran Hung Dao Avenue, Nam Cuong Ward, Lao Cai City. The hotline is 02143820173 and the contact email is [email protected].

  • In case of emergency emergency, you can quickly contact the switchboards:113 (Police), 114(Fire), 115 (Emergency)...

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