Hanoi - Khau Pha by Sleeping Bus, 275 km ~ 6.5-7 hours

Bến Xe Mỹ Đình - 5:30 PM. Travel by car from our office to My Dinh bus station to board the sleeping bus at 7:30 PM heading to Khau Pha, Mu Cang Chai.

Điểm Bay Dù Lượn Khau Phạ - After a 6-7 hour journey (with a few stops along the way), you will reach Khau Pha around 1 AM. Your homestay host will meet you and transport you by motorbike to the village. Check into your homestay and enjoy an overnight stay.

*Your accommodation is provided by a local family in their traditional stilt house. There are no private rooms, and you will sleep on the floor in a spacious communal area. The sleeping area is equipped with a single mattress (thin but comfortable), blankets, a pillow, and a mosquito net. The restroom meets international standards and is just a few steps from the main house.

A private stilt house is available if you prefer more privacy. Please consult our travel advisor for availability and any additional fees.

Khau Pha - Che Cu Nha - La Pan Tan, Full-Day Pillion Motorbike Tour

Rice Tray Viewpoint Mâm Xôi - In the afternoon, the tour continues to iconic locations in Mu Cang Chai such as Mam Xoi Hill, Mong Ngua Hill in La Pan Tan commune, and Che Cu Nha commune. The road can be quite bumpy, but the views are breathtaking. During peak tourist season (late September to mid-October), your local guide will take you to alternative sites to Mam Xoi and Mong Ngua Hill that are equally impressive, yet less crowded.

Điểm Bay Dù Lượn Khau Phạ - On the return to the homestay, we will pause at the summit of Khau Pha Pass to admire the captivating rice terraces in Lim Mong valley. As the highest point in the area overlooking vast valleys, Khau Pha Pass is a renowned spot in Vietnam for paragliding. Enjoy a dinner prepared with Thai culinary expertise. Overnight in a shared stilt house.

Batik Workshop & Trekking to Huoi Tieng Quai Forest

Lim Mong Village - Experience a full day of local life, beginning with a batik workshop. This beautiful traditional craft of the H’mong people involves creating intricate and delicate patterns: Learn about the art of beeswax drawing under the guidance of H’mong women in Khau Pha, using traditional hand-painted pens to craft your own designs.

In the afternoon, explore the Huoi Tieng Qoai nodding bamboo forest. Starting from It Thai village, ascending to Xe Xang 1, and venturing deep into the mountains, you will have the chance to meet Thai and H’mong families who rely entirely on agriculture and forest resources. Visit the natural nodding bamboo forest and return to the starting point by following the mountain’s back. Instead of heading straight back to the homestay, you will stop at a hill where a BBQ dinner awaits you.

Return to the homestay and unwind after a day with an herbal foot soak. Overnight at homestay.

Indigo Dyeing Workshop & Trekking to Tiger Mountain

Lim Mong Village - After breakfast at the homestay, join the village’s grandmother in a hands-on dyeing workshop. Indigo dyeing is a cultural tradition in Khau Pha, aiming to produce a deep blue color from natural sources for the traditional attire of Thai and H’mong people: Discover the story of indigo and create your own hand-dyed item.

These practices may have faded in other regions with modern advancements, but the people of Mu Cang Chai continue to uphold these traditions in their daily lives, with indigo dyeing being one of them.

In the afternoon, take a leisurely walk to the other side of the expansive Lim Mong Valley or hike to the top of Tiger Mountain, where you can enjoy stunning views of both Lim Long Valley and Tu Le Valley. There is also a playground at the summit to enjoy while taking in the magnificent scenery.

Dinner with your host at the homestay.

Old Quarter - At 10 PM, transfer by motorbike to the bus stop and catch the sleeping bus at 10:30 PM to Hanoi, arriving in Hanoi around 5 AM, and transfer back to Hanoi Old Quarter. End of our service.

• All entrance fees
• Motorbike-taxi pick up and drop off
• Round-trip transfer from Old Quarter to My Dinh bus station
• Two half-day trekking tours
• Lunch, Dinner, and Breakfast included
• Full-day pillion motorbike tour with local guide
• Two handicraft workshops
• Herbal foot bath
• Round-trip sleeping bus Hanoi - Khau Pha - Hanoi

• Beverages and personal expenses
• Individual Insurance
• VAT and other taxes

Mu Cang Chai, a destination that remains a mystery to many travelers, is renowned for its stunning rice terraces, often described as “one of the most beautiful rice terraces in the world” and “among the most colorful destinations.”

Moreover, the captivating charm of Mu Cang Chai is also found in the distinctive culture of its local inhabitants. It is home to the Hmong, Thai, and Dao communities, who maintain cultural traditions and a lifestyle that harmonizes with nature, seemingly untouched by modern influences.

This journey offers an opportunity to explore these authentic cultural values, engage with local life, and marvel at the breathtaking natural landscapes and terraced rice fields that change hues with each season, extending from the valley’s base to the cloud-covered high mountains.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.