Location: Bac Ha
Top Things to do in Bac Ha
10 Cultural Tours in Bac Ha That You Shouldn't Miss
Bắc Hà is a rural district of Lào Cai Province in the Northeast region of Vietnam. It is the capital of the region of the Flower Hmong, one of the 54 minorities of Vietnam and of the six groups of Hmong people. It is famous for its Sunday morning market, where thousands of locals gathered, the women dressed in their very intricate handmade costumes (it takes three to five months to embroider one by hand), as well as for the Saturday morning smaller market of Can Cau, 18 kilometres (11 mi) north of Bắc Hà. The town is enjoying an economic boom thanks to tourism, centered on the markets and, more and more, excellent trekking in the mountains north of the town.
Restaurants in Bac Ha
1. Amazing Bac Ha Market Sunday tour
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Bac Ha market is one of the most attractive markets and must-see in Northern Part of Vietnam. You’ll never have a chance to catch this moment if your trip is not planned on Sunday because it is specially taken place every Sunday. Here you will have an opportunity to witness a living museum of cultural and community activities, where still remains plenty of ethnic culture with unique customs and regional traditions of Flower H’mong, Black Dzao, Nung, Phu La and Tay, ect.
Inclusions: Group Tour, Local English-speaking guide, Lunch, All taxes, fees and handling charges, Air-conditioned vehicle
Exclusions: Drinks, Gratuities, Souvenir photos (available to purchase), Your personal expenses and what not mentioned above
Reviewed By martinhQ4313VD
they tell you to go on the # 2 tour adventure. but not that you are on a tight rope with the feed on wet rocks ... and if you fall here you broke your back or if you are lucky only one leg. with about 120 km down to the nearest hospital. here they tell you there are many animals of se. there are all animals here .. ask which animal? answer all animals. do not go on this tour and if there are animals let them live in peace. Peace op Martin.
2. Sapa 2 Days 1 Night Bac Ha Market Tour (overnight In Hotel)
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5.0 based on 3 reviews
This tour is designed for travelers who want to visit both the most popular travel sites in Sapa and Bac Ha market on Sunday but just within 2 days, stay overnight in a good hotel and save lots of money in comparison with going by night train, especially you can enjoy the friendly services.
Inclusions: Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Modern air – conditioning bus with comfortable seats from Hanoi – Sapa and return, Modern air - conditioning bus from Sapa – Bac Ha – Lao Cai and in Sapa with experienced drivers, 2 bottles of water 2 ways/person on bus Ha Noi - Sapa - Ha Noi, English speaking tour leader escorted during the bus trip Hanoi – Sapa - Hanoi, local guide escorted in Sapa and Bac Ha, Meals as 2 lunches, 1 breakfast, 1 dinner with local dishes, Hotel room in Sapa lodge hotel or similar on twin sharing basis, Insurance during time using the bus, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Bottled water
Exclusions: Beverages, travel insurance, VAT, personal expenses, Others not clearly mentioned above, Surcharge for above date: Lunar New Year (From 11 Feb to 14 Feb, 2021)
Reviewed By alhope11
Excellent tour for the price. Big lunch, great tour guide and lots of activities packed into the day
3. Sapa, Bac Ha Market Tour - 1 Day Tour
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4.0 based on 1 reviews
We pick up you from your hotel in Sapa at 7am to go to the largest Flower Hmong market in Northern Vietnam at Bac Ha which is held on Sundays. The market is a 110km drive so the early start is essential. Your private tour guide will be with you every step of the way to make sure you have a memorable day. The market is alive with the bright colours and extravagant costumes of the local people, here you will meet Flower Hmong (Red Hmong), Black Dao, Tay, Nung, La Chi, Phu La and other tribal groups who come from far and wide to buy and sell a wide variety of goods and livestock, to exchange news and to renew friendships. In the past the market was a centre for trading horses but now that motorbikes have replaced them it is more common to see buffalo, cows, goats, fish and other livestock being traded. The market opens at around 7.30am and closes mid-afternoon.
Inclusions: Private car or mini van to the market & back to Sapa, Food at a local restaurant where a variety of foods are available for your delectation and delight. You can even try the traditional local lunch of Thang Co (horse stew) and strong corn wine!
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Reviewed By JRMJYA
Zen has a great energy to her. Her traditional upbringing in Sapa combined with her now modern life in Hanoi means she can answer any questions you have in regards to life in Vietnam. English is great, very positive personality, will adapt to any specific requests you might have in terms of itinerary changes or restrictions. We did a 5 day tour with her in Ha Giang and couldn't be more happy with the trip.
4. 3-Night Can Cau and Bac Ha Market Tour
Explore the beauty of the mountains and experience this adventure in one the most beautiful landscapes of the North. During this tour, you will do some sightseeing in the beautiful landscape of Sapa, you'll see unique villages and experience the daily life of the locals, as well as join in various interesting activities.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, 1 night at hotel in Bac Ha (max 3 pax/room), English speaking guide, Hotel pickup, A/C transfer Lao Cai station - hotel - Lao Cai station, Roundtrip train ticket Hanoi - Lao Cai - Hanoi
Exclusions: Personal expenses, Extra night and tour (approx 50USD/person), Drop off at hotel in Hanoi after tour, Gratuities
Reviewed By DedreTrip
The park has some lovely trails that is also suitable for children to enjoy. The endangered animals are safely behind bars and the guide had some valuable information to share with us. The plants were lovely to enjoy, the hidden cave something truly special.
5. Sapa Easy Trek with Bac Ha Market 2 Days
Special tour to visit local market on Sunday (Bac Ha). With this Sapa Easy Trek with Bac Ha Market 2D3N, you will have chance to attend and visit 1 Market (Bac Ha), 4 villages (Y Linh Ho, Lao Chai, Ta Van, Ban Pho) and 7 different minority peoples (Black H’Mong, Flower H’mong, Black Dao, Tay, Day, Ha Nhi and Nung)
Inclusions: Dinner, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, English speaking guide, Pick-up from Ta Van and Cat Cat, Pickup from hotel to Hanoi train station, Tourist bus Lao Cai – Sapa – Lao Cai, All meals on tour (B = breakfast, L = lunch, D = dinner), Hotel accommodation in Sapa (double, twin, triple sharing), Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Bottled water
Exclusions: Insurance, VAT, Drinks & tips, Personal expenses, Drop off at hotel after tour, Surcharge for single supplement
Reviewed By M1369RNmartinv
We, a family or 4, booked a 3D4N trip to Sapa and Bac Ha with 1 night homestay and 1 night hotel. We booked at Sapa Trekking Homestay, which I believe is a part of travel agency Asia Group Tour with an office in Hanoi. The 2D Sapa trekking with homestay was a marvelous experience. Beautiful scenery, nice local guide and good food. The 3rd day to Bac Ha we did with another tour guide. The visit to the market in the morning was very good, however after lunch the guide went into "fast-forward" mode and problems started. He literally ran us through Ban Pho village and the Hoang A Tuong Palace. He did not explain anything and did not look very knowledgeable. There was no drinking green tea and talking with locals as described in the program. We rushed back to Lao Cai and were dropped at a restaurant next to the train station at 4pm while our train left only at 9pm. We were facing 5(!!) long waiting hours. The guide left us and we had to take care of ourselves and of our train tickets which caused some confusion in the restaurant because the staff was poor in English. Before he left us we kindly asked him for an explanation and he became annoyed and rude. Sapa is not to miss and the Bac Ha Sunday market is highly recommended, but there is no specific reason you shall book this trip through these guys. I did not see anybody from Sapa Homestay Trekking or Asia Group Tour in Sapa during the trip, all was contracted out to sub-suppliers - it´s pure business, no personal touch. This was the only trip we booked through their website in advance, before we arrived in Vietnam, which clearly was a mistake. We should have booked it at a good travel agency in Hanoi after we arrived in Hanoi, as we did with all of our other tours from Hanoi and Saigon. One more tip: book a higher-class hotel room in Sapa is you have the option. Hotel quality in Sapa is sub-standard and you will not regret the extra money you spend.
6. Sapa By Bus 2d1n Night Bac Ha Market (overnight In Hotel, Only Saturday)
Trip includes • Modern air–conditioning bus with comfortable sleeper from Hanoi – Sapa and return • Modern air–conditioning bus from Sapa – Bac Ha – Lao Cai and in Sapa with experienced drivers • 2 bottles of water 2 ways/person on bus Ha Noi – Sapa – Ha Noi • English speaking tour leader escorted during the bus trip Hanoi – Sapa – Hanoi, local guide escorted in Sapa and Bac Ha • Meals as 2 lunches, 1 breakfast, 1 dinner with local dishes • All entrance tickets to indicated sites • Hotel room in Sapa View Hotel or Sapa lodge hotel or similar on twin sharing basis • Insurance during time using the bus Trip excludes • Beverages, travel insurance, VAT, personal expenses • Others not clearly mentioned above
Inclusions: Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Overnight accommodation, All taxes, fees and handling charges, Bottled water, Meals as per itinerary (B=breakfast, L=lunch, D=dinner), Local guide, Hotel pickup (selected hotels only), Round-trip shared transfer, Air-conditioned vehicle, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Single Room: 25 USD/night
Reviewed By D8374YDcharlesg
Loved it. Fabulous place. Guide was great. Better if had more time for buying souveniers but we were on the clock all the time.
7. Vietnam - The Long way up
Let's trace through prominent historical and cultural sites along the country, relax at breath-taking beaches at the best Vietnam's beach paradise in Mui Ne and Nha Trang then move on to hill resorts at the city of the enternal spring - Da Lat. Your full relaxation holiday is not only to explore beyond the beach on cultural excursions of Vietnam but also to simply kick back and relax amid stunning natural scenery in style and high comfort.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Complimentary Vietnam Visa arrangement services (one month, single entry), English-speaking tour guides on touring date. , Accommodation on twin/double/triple sharing basic, Air-con transfer for airport transfer and touring, Boat trip in Mekong delta, Private cabin on Shared overnight Junk in Halong Bay, Entrance fee and Zone fee as per program, Water during transfer.
Exclusions: International, domestic flights and airport departure tax. , Meals not mentioned in Detailed Program. , Vietnam Visa stamp fee (USD 25/pax), Early check-in, late check-out surcharge., Surcharge for Christmas and New Year period (to be advised upon booking confirmation), Tipping for Guides (USD 3/pax/day) and Drivers (USD 1/pax/day) , Banking fee for payment by bank transfer, Other expense not mentioned in the program.
Reviewed By omega132857
We had a guided tour arranged by our holiday tour operator. We were so glad we did , as you would not know much after. The ride was very exciting, but make sure you confirm the price for outgoing and returning. The lake is full of Lotus flowers in the summer. Tinh Tam Lake was where the Emperors came to relax, also popular with students who also come here to study.
8. Sapa 3Days 2Nights with Bac Ha Market (Sunday only)
HOW BAC HA SUNDAY MARKET IS UNIQUE: Bac Ha Market located at 700m above the sea level. It's far from Sapa round 95 km and 55 km from Lao Cai city. It's called as a "little Sapa" while it’s a lot much less developed for tourism. Bac Ha market is perfect destination for whom like off-the-beaten-track treks to go to vibrant weekly markets. The Bac Ha market in particular function local scenes which were occurring each week for generations. It's the place cattle, horses, goats and canines are purchased and offered, in addition to many traditional items like saddles plus elaborate textiles, handbags and different trinkets made by the local tribes people, the Flower Hmong. Their intricately woven day by day costume is one of the major drawing factors in itself. That is an extremely stunning a part of Vietnam.
Inclusions: Lunch, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, English speaking tour guide, 1 Bottle of water/pax/day, All the entrances fee are mentioned in the tour , Train from Hanoi to Sapa, Bus from Sapa to Hanoi , Pick up and drop off in the Train station and bus station
Exclusions: VAT 10%, Other personal expenses (tip, drinks with meals,...), Insurances, visas
Reviewed By HelenTexasGirl
This show has been cancelled until at least March 18th, even though the website will still sell you a ticket. Lovely people at the Opera House called my immediately to tell me and apologize for the inconvenience. I hear it’s quite spectacular.
9. Hanoi Food Tour & Sapa 3 Days – 2 Nights Bac Ha Market (2 nights in hotel)
A. Sapa Tour 3 Days 2 Night - Duration: 3 Days 2 Night - Start time: 06:30 - 07:00 - Pick up: Hotel in Old Quarter Center - Tranport: Bus - Guide: Professional B. Free Tours With Volunter Guide (Old Quarter Walking Tour / Street Food Tour) You can choose anyday when you want to do the tour with us - Duration: 2.5 - 3 hours - Start time: 8:30 / 14:30 / 17:30 - Pick up: Your hotel (Old Quarter only) - Drop off: Your hotel (Old Quarter only) - Tranport: Walking - Guide: Volunteer student local guide by Hanoi Free Local Tour - Note: You pay for what you try for you and guide ( around 1.5$ ~ 6$ per person )
Inclusions: Lunch, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast
Exclusions: Food or Drink in Hanoi Free Tour
Reviewed By Sally H
We had a lovely time walking around Hanoi with Ly. She is young and friendly and easy to talk to. She taught us a lot on the tour which lasted about 3.5 hours. It was raining and a bit cold in March but we still enjoyed it. Thank you Ly
10. Sapa 2 Day: 2 days – 1 night Bac Ha Market Plus Hanoi Free Local Guide
Discovering fully beauty of Sapa and taste amazing flavor of Hanoi street food in one day. We highly recommend you below itinerary but if you want to change anything to fit with your hobby, please let us know to give you the best advise for your trip. A. Sapa Tour 3 Days 2 Night - Duration: 3 Days 2 Night - Start time: 06:30 - 07:00 - Pick up: Hotel in Old Quarter Center - Tranport: Bus - Guide: Professional B. Free Tours With Volunter Guide (Old Quarter Walking Tour / Street Food Tour) You can choose anyday when you want to do the tour with us - Duration: 2.5 - 3 hours - Start time: 8:30 / 14:30 / 17:30 - Pick up: Your hotel (Old Quarter only) - Drop off: Your hotel (Old Quarter only) - Tranport: Walking - Guide: Volunteer student local guide by Hanoi Free Local Tour - Note: You pay for what you try for you and guide ( around 1.5$ ~ 6$ per person )
Inclusions: Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Dinner
Exclusions: Tickets in Hanoi Free Old Quarter Tour, Food and Drink in Hanoi Street Food Tour With Local Guide
Reviewed By Sally H
We had a lovely time walking around Hanoi with Ly. She is young and friendly and easy to talk to. She taught us a lot on the tour which lasted about 3.5 hours. It was raining and a bit cold in March but we still enjoyed it. Thank you Ly
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