Hoang Su Phi Trekking – Trails of the Terraces
Located around 270 km northeast of Hanoi, Hoang Su Phi is one of Vietnam’s most spectacular yet least-visited trekking destinations. Far from mass tourism, this remote region retains its raw beauty and authentic charm.
Famous for its dramatic terraced rice fields — recognized as a National Heritage Site — Hoang Su Phi offers a perfect blend of breathtaking landscapes, ethnic diversity, and immersive cultural encounters. Trekking here means walking through layered valleys, misty mountains, ancient tea forests, and traditional Dao villages, where daily life remains deeply connected to nature.
Day 1 : Ha Noi – Hoang Su Phi – Thong Nguyen – Nam Hong
Meals: Lunch, Dinner/ Accommodation: Hoang Su Phi Bungalow
07:30 AM: Private car and English-speaking guide pick you up at your hotel in Hanoi. Depart for Hoang Su Phi via the Noi Bai – Lao Cai Expressway and National Road No. 2. Along the journey, enjoy changing landscapes of rice paddies, cassava fields, tea plantations, rivers, and mountains. Stops are made for photos and short breaks.
– Lunch at a local restaurant en route.
– In the early afternoon, arrive in Thong Nguyen. Begin a scenic trek of around 5–6 km from Thong Nguyen through Giang Ha to Nam Hong village. The trail winds through forests, small villages, and a waterfall, offering stunning views of terraced rice fields, valleys, and mountain ridges.
– Arrive in Nam Hong Village around 5:00 PM. Check in at the bungalow and enjoy time to relax.
– Dinner and overnight at Hoang Su Phi Bungalow.
Day 2 : Nam Hong – Giang Thuong – Nam Khoa
Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner/ Accommodation: Hoang Su Phi Bungalow
– Wake up to fresh mountain air and enjoy breakfast.
– Today is a full-day trek of approximately 12 km. From Nam Hong, follow narrow trails through terraced rice fields to a panoramic viewpoint overlooking the entire village. Continue trekking through bamboo forests, palm hills, green tea plantations, and traditional Dao villages.
– Along the way, not only admire the spectacular scenery of mountains and valleys but also learn about the daily life, customs, and traditions of the Dao people.
– Lunch with a local family.
– Continue trekking toward Nam Khoa, home to some of the most beautiful terraced rice fields in Vietnam. Enjoy more breathtaking landscapes along dirt paths through forests and valleys before returning to Nam Hong.
– Dinner and second overnight at the bungalow.
Day 3: Nam Hong – Phin Ho – Ha Noi
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner/ Accommodation: Not included
– Breakfast and check out.
– Trek another beautiful route of 7–8 km from Nam Hong to Phin Ho. The trail passes ethnic minority villages, bamboo forests, streams, and mountain ridges, offering sweeping views of rice terraces far below.
– Arrive in Phin Ho, famous for its ancient Shan Tuyet tea trees. Learn about traditional tea cultivation and processing — a unique specialty of Hoang Su Phi.
– Lunch, then transfer back to Hanoi by private car.
– Drop-off at your hotel around 07:00 PM. End of tour.
Special Notes
- Rice season in Hoang Su Phi runs from July to October, with golden terraces at their most beautiful from September to early October. However, the mountain and valley scenery is stunning year-round.
- Longer options (4 days 3 nights or 5 days 4 nights) with overnight stays in traditional Dao homestays are available upon request.
We are confident that this journey will leave you with unforgettable memories.
What to bring
- Sun and rain protection
- Insect repellent
- Trekking clothes
- Trekking shoes
- Original passport
Tour Includes
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Private car with English-speaking guide
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All entrance fees
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All meals and accommodations as stated
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VAT and applicable taxes
Tour Excludes
- Personal travel insurance
- Drinks
- Tips and gratuities
Why choose this private tour ?
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Untouched trekking destination
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Spectacular rice terraces
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Authentic cultural encounters Carefully designed trekking routes
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Private & flexible experience
| Group size | 2 people
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3 people
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4 people up
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| Price/ person | 340 usd | 260 usd | 230 usd |
| Type of car | 4 seats | 7 seats | 16 seats |
For solo travelers or groups of more than 8, please contact us for the best price.
