Located in the Noth-West of Ha Giang province, Hoang Su Phi is a forgotten paradise for its wild and mysterious beauty. Coming to Hoang Su Phi, you will be enchanted by endless rice terraces, pristine natures and by the enthusiasm, hospitality of the indigenous people.
Hoang Su Phi is a remote district in up-northern province of Ha Giang, but non-touristic & outstanding landscapes of natural beauty : high mountains, waterfalls & deep valleys doted with scenic & rural tribal hamlets. You will trek to visit local villages, interact with them and stay overnight in their home.The homestays are basic but offer you great chances to understand the local cultures and deeply discover the destinations. Meals are special with local dishes without western dishes except for bread, fried eggs and pancakes for breakfast
The majestic natural landscapes and unique terraced fields in Vietnam.
Trekking routes across rice terraces, villages, bamboo forests and tea forests.
Lively experience with indigenous people from 12 different minority groups in Hoang Su Phi.
Experience seasonal local activities: catching fish in the fields, picking tea leaves, harvesting rice, etc.

Day 1;Hanoi – Tan Quang – Tan Xa Phin – Nam Son

Depart from your hotel in Hanoi to Tan Quang town. Lunch will be served at a restaurant in Tan Quang. After lunch, keep heading to Tan Xa Phin in Hoang Su Phi. Upon arrival, trekking 1.5h through beautiful rice terraces to get to homestay in Nam Son.
Spend your first night at a Tay traditional house in Nam Son. You can freely chat with homestay owner and join them for preparing dinner.
Summary;
Activity:Transferring and warmly up activity
Accommodation: Ecohomestay
Meals;L/D
Hiking distance: 10 Km

Day 2: Nam Son – Ta Ho Pien - Phin Ho

Enjoy a breakfast of pancakes and coffee severed by homestay owners, then you will start your second day in Hoang Su Phi by trekking to Ta Ho Pien village, which is inhabited by Red Dzao ethnic group.Lunch will be served at a homestay of Tay people
Continue heading to Phin Ho village whose most specific feature is hundreds-year-old Shan Tuyet tea trees, the specialty of Hoang Su Phi. You have a chance to see ancient tea trees and join indigenous people for picking tea leaves. Have dinner and stay overnight at Red Dzao's homestay
Summary;
Activity; Trekking from Village - VillageHiking distance: 18 – 22 Km / 5 – 6 hours

Meal; B/L/D

Hiking distance; 18 - 22km/  5 -6 Hours

Day 3: Phin Ho – Nam Nghi – Nam Hong

You will set off on foot to the village of Nam Nghi. You will see yourself go through big bamboo forests, Shan Tuyet tea hills and marvelous terraced rice fields. Take a little rest and have your lunch when you arrive in Nam Nghi village.
After lunch, keep trekking to Nam Hong.You are welcomed to stay at homestay with Red Dzao people.Optional cultural performances including Fire dances and Stick Pushing are available at surcharge.
Summary;
Activity: Trekking from Village - Village
Accommodation:Ecohomestay
Meals;B/L/D
Hiking distance: 18 – 20 Km/4 – 5 Hours

Day 4: Nam Hong – Nam Khoa – Nam Ai

You will leave Nam Hong in the early morning, follow trails winding through rice terraces across Nam Khoa village. You will have time to admire the stunning views of the terraces.
Lunch will be served on the way.Keep heading to Nam Ai which is also famous for Shan Tuyet tea. You will be invited to enjoy tea here.
Summary;
Activity: Trekking from Village - Village
Accommodation:Ecohomestay
Hiking distance: 18 – 22 Km / 5 – 6 hours
Meals;B/L/D

Day 5; Nam Ai – Seo Phin – Ho Thau

Today you will go down to Nam Son, the small town in the north of Vietnam. Leave the town by passing a suspension bridge leading to Seo Phin, a H'mong village.On the winding trails, you will also witness the daily life of indigenous people. Have lunch with a family of H'mong people before continue trekking to Ho Thau. Overnight at homestay of Nung ethnic group or Red Dzao ethnic group in Ho Thau. Stay overnight at homestay of Long-dressed Dzao family.
Summary;
Activity: Trekking from Village - Village
Accommodation: Ecohometay
Meals;B/L/D
Hiking distance: 18 – 22 Km/ 5-6 Hours

Day 6: Ho Thau – Ban Van – Suoi Thau

Today will be a hard trekking day with 5 to 6 hours trek until reaching Suoi Thau village. Inhabited by the Long-dressed Dzao ethnic group, Suoi Thau is located among the largest terraced rice field in Hoang Su Phi.Lunch will be prepared by Red Dzao homestay owners. Spend the rest of day to discover peaceful life of indigenous people living around your homestay.
Overnight at homestay with a long-dressed Dzao family.
Summary;
Activity: Trekking from Village - Village
Accommodation: Ecohomestay
Meals; B/L/D
Hiking distance: 18 – 22 Km / 5 – 6 hours

Day 7; Suoi Thau – Lung Dam – Vinh Quang town

Leave terraced rice field of Ban Luoc for Vinh Quang town, the capital of Hoang Su Phi. From Suoi Thau, you need to go downhill, cross Nung ethnic group’s village and Chay river to reach the town.
Lunch will be served on the way. Upon arrival at Vinh Quang town, you can walk around to discover the little town. Spend your last day in Hoang Su Phi at hotel in Vinh Quang town.
Summary;
Activity: Trekking from Village - HotelAccommodation: Tay Con Linh Hotel**
Meals;B/L/DOM
Hiking distance: 16 Km

Day 8: Visit Su Phi Sunday Market and goodbye Hoang Su Phi

If it’s a Sunday, you should not miss the Sunday market, which is one of the biggest minority people’s market in the North of Vietnam. You will be impressed by liveliness here as well as multi colorful costumes of the local people. The market opens at around 6am and closes at mid-day.
Choose some lovely souvenirs at the market and go on bus to get back to Hanoi. You will reach Hanoi in the late afternoon.
Summary;
Activity: Trekking and transferrink back to Hanoi
Accommodation: By Yourself
Meals; B/L/D
Transferring distance: 350 Km back to Hanoi

Note: Hotels are subject to change due to availability. In that case we will choose equivalent accommodation.
Meals: if you have any specific food requirements ( vegetarian, vegan, food allergies) please inform us in advance so that we can provide notice to our restaurant, tour guide, our partners so that they can server you better. If you are a food lover, Snail Adventure tours can be your culinary guide and provide you opportunity to savor tempting local food and world famous – dishes.

Tours including

English speaking trekking guide ( other languages ​​upon requests)
Accommodations are based on double/twin occupancy
Private Eco homestay village based on size of group
Meals details in itineraries ( 7breakfast, 8lunches, 7dinners)
Van or bus transfer on the first day and the last day
Truck supported and carry luggage to homestay each day
Sightseeing excursions as outlined itineraries
First aid kit
Cold water box, small fresh towel.
Mineral water for drinking
Support crew to supply picnic lunches and water on trekking day,
prepare breakfast, lunch and dinner in trekking.
Local trekking guide

Tour excluded in:

International airfare
Travel insurance
Items of personal nature
Alcoholic beverages and soft drinks in meals
Mineral water beyond that supplied
Optional excursions.
Additional transport required due to any emergency situation
Personal expenses such as telephone, laundry bills.
Visa fee
Visa fee in Vietnam ( 25 USD per person on arrival + 02 passport pictures
Departure tax
Tips for team and guide

The following brings are essential suggested for trekking days only:

Backpack specialized for trekking.
Trekking shoes (extra light sandal suggested).
Light and comfortable pants (02 pcs)
Cotton long sleeve: (01pc for each day)
Long socks (01 pair for each day)
Water proof jacket: 01
Pullover: 01
Coat to keep warm at night and waypoint: 01
Durable flash light.
Hat, Sun glasses and other manddatory
Camera (compact camera is suggested)