From Sapa: Bac Ha Ethnic Colourful Market Trip on Sunday
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Duration 1 Day
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Live tour guide
English
Pickup included
We will pick you up at the lobby of your hostel in SaPa.
Small group
Private or small groups available
Highlights
- Exploring one of the 10 most attractive markets in Southeast Asia.
- Exploring the most colourful ethnic market in Lao Cai and Northwest Vietnam.
- Learning about the culture and traditions of 16 ethnic minorities
Full description
[IMPORTANT NOTE] Discover Bac Ha, the largest and most vibrant ethnic market in Lao Cai. Explore colorful minority cultures, local traditional food, animal trading areas, and a scenic boat ride from Trung Do village to Bao Nhai. ... BAC HA SUNDAY MARKET & TRUNG DO VILLAGE BOAT TOUR: 06:00 | Hotel Pickup & Departure Meet our local guide and driver at your hotel in Sapa (or Lao Cai train station upon request) and board the bus to Bac Ha. Stop in Lao Cai city along the way for breakfast while enjoying scenic views of mountains, streams, and terraced fields. 09:00 – 12:00 | Explore Bac Ha Market Immerse yourself in the bustling, colorful market gathering 16 ethnic minority groups such as Flower Hmong, Thai, and Tay in traditional dress: • Brocade Area | Discover handmade textiles and learn to distinguish between different ethnic Hmong groups. • Food & Tasting | Sample regional specialties such as corn rice (men men), Bac Ha pho, and traditional tofu. • Livestock Section | Walk through the bustling section where local families trade buffaloes, horses, dogs, and cats. 12:00 – 13:00 | Local Lunch Enjoy a delicious lunch featuring authentic local cuisine at a nearby restaurant in Bac Ha. 13:00 – 16:30 | Trung Do Village & Boat Trip to Bao Nhai Head to Trung Do village, explore local life, and take a peaceful boat trip along the river back to Bao Nhai. 16:30 – 18:00 | Return Transfer Board the transfer vehicle for your return journey back to Sapa or Lao Cai station. End of tour!
View full itinerary...Includes
- ✓ Hotel pick-up and drop-off in Sapa centre
- ✓ Transport from Sapa centre or from Lao Cai train station to Bac Ha market and back
- ✓ English-speaking local guide
- ✓ Lunch at Bac Ha market
- ✓ Water: 1.5L/per person
- ✓ Raincoat/per person
- ✓ Boat fee
- ✗ Tip for guide and driver
- ✗ Travel insurance
- ✗ Extra drink at restaurant
Important information
What to bring
Not allowed
- Electric wheelchairs
Know before you go
- We also arrange transport from Hanoi to Sapa and back. If you need any help, please don’t be shy to let us know.
Customer Reviews 
Camille etg11 months agoI recommend it! We had a great day with our guide Happi! Very well organized, everything is done so that we don't feel alone in the bay! The meal is really super good! Unbeatable value for money!
Response from the owner11 months agoThank you so much for your review Wish the best for you 
David Prieto11 months agoVietnam Venture time just improved our whole experience during our time in Vietnam. They helped us in a holistic way, arranging all we needed from a long list of transports that we needed, whole day impressive local tours, and really last minute changes. They always responded and showed reliability when we needed it.
Thanks to all the team!Response from the owner11 months agoThank you so much David Wishing the best for you 
Leonora Howe11 months agoI booked the 4 days 3 nights Ha Giang tour with VietNam Venture and had a really good experience. The trip was well-organized, the guide was friendly and helpful, and everything ran smoothly from start to finish. The itinerary covered beautiful spots in Ha Giang, and the homestays were comfortable and welcoming. Overall, it was a great way to explore Ha Giang without any stress.
Response from the owner11 months agoThank you so much 🙏🙏🙏 Dear 
Tal Salamon12 months agoI did 1d tour in Sapa, was great experience
Thank you!Response from the owner12 months agoThank you so much Sir 🙏
andy maphrao12 months agonice guy
nice services
nice advisesResponse from the owner12 months agoThank you so much Dear
Valerie Berger12 months agoVery kind and nice guy, he helped us a lot! 🙂Response from the owner12 months agoThank you so so much Sir
Leo S12 months agoReally kind owner. Helped me with anything i neededResponse from the owner12 months agoThank you so so much Sir
Israel Aka12 months agoAn excellent agent organized a ride for me from Car Ba to Cat Be Airport🙏Response from the owner12 months agoThank you so much Sir
Marco Fornari (Grafiche Tris Srl)1 year agoGreat experience! We hiked in the national park! The guide was very knowledgeable and helpful. He spoke good English. Highly recommended!Response from the owner1 year agoThank you so much Sir
Mario Cuenca1 year agoMy experience in Cat Ba was very good, and partly thanks to Vietnam Venture. After asking around at several travel agencies, I ended up with the one where Ninh works (VietNam Venture). From then on, I had complete peace of mind when planning tours, trips, and more. I couldn't worry about anything thanks to the trust Ninh instilled in me, the information she gave me, her willingness to help... 100% recommended.Response from the owner1 year agoThank you so much 
Maria Ortuño Serra1 year agoGreat trip. Complete with lots of activities and relaxing time. The lunch was good with several traditional dishes.Response from the owner1 year agothank you so much for your review 
L Thivend1 year agoExcellent experience with this tour operator!
I highly recommend it!Response from the owner1 year agoThank you for your review Wishing the best for your family ❤️
Angela1 year agoThe absolute best agent for your trips in CatBa / Lan Ha Area! I could not recommend him more! Mr Ninh is the key for an amazing experience!
He will also take care of your pick ups from almost anywhere in north Vietnam.Response from the owner1 year agothank you so much
Hanna Müller1 year agoI booked two tours and my bus ride to Hanoi with Vietnam venture and had a great time on the boat. Everything was perfectly organized. The tour guides spoke very well English and provided information throughout the day and at each stop. Besides they were very friendly, caring and funny. Also the bus ride was very good. A big bus with plenty of pace and good communication for pickup time. Direct pickup at the accommodation was very convenient.Response from the owner1 year agoThank you so much Hanna
Thanks to all the team!
Thank you!
nice services
nice advises
I highly recommend it!
He will also take care of your pick ups from almost anywhere in north Vietnam.
