Sapa, one night in a hotel, easy trek to Ylinhho - Tavan - Matra - Taphin

7:00 AM: Departure by collective bus to Sapa.

12:30 PM: Lunch at a restaurant in Sapa.

1:30 PM: Transfer by vehicle to Y Linh Ho in the Muong Hoa Valley, enjoying beautiful views surrounding the village of Y Linh Ho, the stronghold of the Black Hmong.

You'll follow a trail that crosses the stream dividing the valley surrounded by terraced rice fields. As you descend, you'll encounter friendly Hmong women and children living in houses nestled in the valley.

For the more adventurous, you can ascend along the Buffalo Path trail, less touristy and offering breathtaking landscapes. For those looking for an easier hike, opt for a leisurely stroll along the Muong Hoa River, from the Y Linh Ho valley (Black Hmong) to the Dzay village of Ta Van.

Lunch at a local restaurant before continuing your hike to Lao Chai village. Take a short break at a batik workshop to observe the techniques of Black Hmong batik art painting. You'll meet a craftsman from the village to learn more about the beeswax technique used in decorating traditional indigo clothing of the Hmong. This special encounter is an excellent opportunity to learn a little about their daily life and culture. Then, visit a family that produces incense cones on the way to Ta Van.

You'll spend the night in a bungalow, with a beautiful view of the rice fields and the stream.

Optional: Your hosts will offer you a foot bath with medicinal plants to help you recover from your day's efforts, a pure moment of well-being!