0The Epic North Sapa – Ha Giang
The Epic North 6-Day Tour takes you through the stunning regions of Sapa and Ha Giang in northern Vietnam. Trek scenic rice terraces and visit local villages while learning about ethnic minorities. Enjoy a motorbike ride with a guide to see breathtaking sights, including Ma Pi Leng Pass. The tour includes all transportation, accommodation, activities, and meals.
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At 8:00 AM, transfer from Hanoi to Sapa (approximately 5 hours). Begin your adventure with a 6-km walk down Muong Hoa Valley to Y Linh Ho village, home of the Black H’mong. Continue 3 km to Lao Chai village for lunch. Afterward, trek through beautiful rice terraces to Ta Van village, where you’ll spend the night with a local Dzay family. Experience their daily life, customs, and stunning mountain views, and capture photos at the Rattan Bridge. Relax and enjoy your evening!
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8:00 AM: Enjoy breakfast.
9:30 AM: Begin a 6-km walk to Giang Ta Chai village, home of the Red Dzao, surrounded by a stunning green valley – perfect for photos.
1:00 PM: Enjoy a picnic lunch. Visit a beautiful waterfall and a rattan bridge, soaking in the landscapes as you trek through a bamboo forest back to the main road.
Return to Sapa town by minibus, check in, relax, and have dinner at the hotel. Spend your evening exploring the captivating beauty of Sapa Town at night.
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Morning: Enjoy breakfast at the hotel, check out, and prepare a light backpack for trekking (store larger luggage at the hotel).
9:30 AM: Start your 4-km walk southwest to Cat Cat village, home of the Black H’mong. Relax at the stunning waterfall and explore the remnants of a hydroelectric power station from the French colonial era.
11:30 AM: Return to Sapa, enjoy lunch, check out of the hotel, and then drive to Ha Giang. Arrive in Ha Giang in the late afternoon.
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8:30 AM: Meet your guide and driver to begin your Ha Giang Tour adventure. After getting comfortable, set out in your vehicle towards Bac Sum Pass, heading to Heaven Gate, where you can enjoy stunning views of the twin mountains and Tam Son town.
Stop for lunch in Yen Minh Town, then continue to Dong Van via the picturesque Chin Khoanh Pass. Experience the Dong Van Karst Plateau, a UNESCO heritage site filled with endless rice fields and limestone formations, and glimpse the daily life of hill-tribe villagers.
Visit the Hmong King’s Palace, the home of the Vuong family in Sa Phin. Arrive in Dong Van in the early evening, where you’ll stay overnight at a hotel. Enjoy a local Vietnamese dinner and live music, including karaoke, to unwind after a day of breathtaking landscapes. Relax and prepare for tomorrow’s adventures!
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After breakfast, depart Dong Van Town for the “King” of mountain passes in Vietnam – Ma Pi Leng Pass. Famous for its steep cliffs and breathtaking views, the pass reaches an altitude of 2,000 meters at its peak. Drive through the pass, stopping occasionally to take in the stunning views and capture photos.
Next, trek the Sky Path for a 360° panorama of Ma Pi Leng Pass. Paddle along the turquoise waters, marveling at the mountains above for an unforgettable experience.
Continue driving through rustic villages like Meo Vac, Mau Due, and Lung Ho, where lunch will be served. In the afternoon, arrive at Du Gia rural homestay, nestled among green rice fields. Enjoy a hearty homecooked dinner with your host family and new friends. Don’t forget to try “Happy Water” – the affectionate name for rice wine in Vietnam!
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On the last day of your journey, pack your swimsuit for a refreshing swim at a nearby waterfall. Next, visit Lung Tam village, where you’ll witness the art of H’mong textile making. Local women create stunning textile art, and you’ll have the chance to purchase bags or accessories as souvenirs.
Cross through Quan Ba town and admire Nui Doi mountain. As you make your way back to Ha Giang, ascend the Sky Gate and travel through Bac Sum Pass, arriving around noon.
Afterward, return to Hanoi, reaching the Old Quarter by approximately 9:00 PM.
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John
20 December 2024 ★★★★★The guide was extremely knowledgeable about the Battle, had heaps of actual photos. Was very passionate about it, and extremely grateful for the help given by Australia to the local communities at the time.
Jeremy
19 December 2024 ★★★★★Stephen arranged a private tour to non-tourist locations that i wished to see. It included guides, drivers, air transportation, airport pickup and dropoff and hotel accommodations. The service was excellent and everything went extremely smooth. I was completely satisfied with the service he provided and I highly recommend him.
Steven
21 November 2024 ★★★★★Alex was an incredible tour guide for the Cu Chi tunnels trip myself and my friends took. He brought the good vibes and had excellent English. He taught us so much about the history of Saigon / Ho Chi Minh and the Vietnam War. 100% recommend this tour.
Naad
26 December 2024 ★★★★★Our group of 6 couples traveled from North to South Vietnam through many cities in 18- days tour. Stephen, from My Way Travel, provided quality service in the planning and organizing our trip, and he was very patient with our changes. The hotels were great; especially in Hoi An, Hanoi and Saigon, as we were within walking distance of the restaurants, shops, and markets. Our personal tour guides in every city were respectful, knowledgeable, and ensured our safety. They guided us through many beautiful places from caves in Halong Bay in the North, to the historical city of Hoi An in central Vietnam, to the picturesque Mekong Delta in the South. Furthermore, every guide recommended fantastic places for regional food specialties. This was a great and memorable experience! We highly recommend their service and will definitely contact Stephen for our next tour.
Alex Boshoff
19 April 2024 ★★★★★Our Thailand Vietnam Bike Tour was very well managed. The teams took great care of us, they support van was always available when needed. The food was excellent. We loved all the restaurent. The accommodations were great, offering a variety of options from resorts to boutique hotels to city hotels, all of which were comfortable. Biking on and off-road was enjoyable. The people in both countries are warm, welcoming & kind. The experience in the Mekong Delta was fantasic. We definitely recommend this trip.
Erik
19 December 2024 ★★★★★Absolutely amazing service that made our trip amazing. We traveled in Singapore, Thailand, Vietnam, and Malaysia. At all destinations we had amazing tour guides and plans for full days of fun and traveling. Every tour guide was nice, informative, and made our time in each destination amazing. Using Steven is a must if you plan to go to asia
Scott
26 December 2024 ★★★★★The host of our hotel in Saigon (Stephen from the My Way hotel) booked us a tailor-made stay in the Mekong Delta. We didn't worry about anything and the stay met our expectations. The first day we visited the Mekong Delta by boat (Ben Tre and Can Tho) with many tastings. We spent the night in a 4 star hotel with swimming pool in Can Tho. The next day we visited the floating market on the Mekong (coffee on a shopping boat and breakfast at the hotel). In the afternoon we were taken by taxi to a port near Soc Trang which allowed us to take the boat early the next day to go to the island of Con Dao. It is a magnificent island where we were able to hike and enjoy the beautiful views. A great stay, thank you Stephen
