Sapa : 2-Day Trek & Heartwarming Homestay with an Ethnic Family
Overview
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48 hours
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For a truly memorable journey in Sapa, nothing compares to a homestay trek with an overnight in an ethnic minority village. Imagine sharing warm moments with local families, discovering age-old traditions, and experiencing daily life in the heart of the mountains. As night falls, you’ll savor homemade dishes prepared with love, and wake up surrounded by breathtaking landscapes. It’s more than a trek — it’s an authentic encounter that will stay with you long after your return.
Additional Info
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before departure
Warm clothes are recommended for Sa Pa from October - March
Please bring trekking shoes, sunglasses, sun cream and insect repellent, clothes for the night
Please respect the local culture in Sa Pa
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Sapa
Encounter vibrant ethnic communities and step into their daily lives, gaining authentic insights into their rich cultures and traditions. Trek through Muong Hoa stunning valley where rice terraces cascade down the mountainsides, creating unforgettable landscapes. Take part in a hands-on cooking class led by a warm local family, then share a delightful dinner and spend the night in their traditional home — an immersive journey that blends cultural discovery, human connection, and lasting memories.
What‘s Included
1 Breakfast in the homestay
1 Dinner with a local family
Hébergement chez l'habitant (1 nuit)
Air-conditioned vehicle
1 litle of mineral water/ person a day
Bus back to Sa Pa center
2 Lunch in the local restaurant
Beverages
Travel insurance
VAT
Personal expenses
Pickup points
Nomadtrails Boutique Hotel
015 Tue Tinh Sapa Vietnam
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Sapa : 2-Day Trek & Heartwarming Homestay with an Ethnic Family
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Reviews
143 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A great trek in Sapa area with a local family homestay. Great views and a fun guide (Nhu) who kept us well informed
Roberto C,,Dec 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A great couple of days’ trekking visiting some great sites, local villages, waterfalls, bamboo forests and more. We stayed with a lovely, hospitable local family and had the lovely, knowledgeable Nhu as our guide. She did a great job to provide lots of interesting background and context. She also kept us entertained with her great sense of humour. A great experience all in all and fully recommend it.
Excellent address and team
214herv v,,Dec 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Tan and his team welcomed me very well. The hotel is very well located and comfortable rooms with excellent value for money. The breakfast included in the rental is very hearty. Tan offers a high-quality English or French-speaking guide who knows their region and its people perfectly well, with whom I have had the chance to discover the minorities of the North West. Tan also arranged my departure from Sapa to Cat Basel Island and Han La Bay (bus, hotel) and this free of charge. A big thank you, many good memories.
Great trek to ethnic village and homestay, I highly recommend !
laetitia brucher,,Nov 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Exceptionnal two day trek to Ta Ta Phin and then Lao Chai : the landscapes were great, the Dao family in the Homestay very nice and above all, our guide Chai was competent, funny and eager to discuss about ethnic minorities, life in Vietnam etc. Great experience !
2day trek with Nhu
claudialM3886HY,,Nov 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00I had a really nice 2day trek with Nhu. She is very friendly, enthousiastic and speaks English very well. She gladly answers your questions and gives you an idea of how the Vietnamese people live. I booked a group tour, so the first day we were 6 people, but I was the only one that booked 2 days, so I actuallty got a private tour de 2nd day. The room in the homestay was big and dinner was good. Be aware that the paths will be very slippery! We didn't get a cooking class and there is no real communication with the homestay as they don't speak Englisch. And as the first day is together with the 1day tour, the hike actually stops around 15h. Overall I really liked the trek and was very happy with Nhu as a guide.
We love you Khu!
927raslana,,Oct 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had fun time traveling in the nature with our sweet guide Khu. I really recommend this activity if you like hiking. Keep in mind that you need to be physically fit as the road might be slippery. Tip: bring some little clothes that you may need in your small packback if your staying for 1 night, since its hard to get your bigger suitcase with you (they will keep it for you in their office in Sa Pa).
2 day Sapa hiking with local guide
B4229FUelliec,,Oct 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had a lovely 2 day hiking trip with our guide Thao nhu; we saw water buffalo, cows, chicken, ducks, rice fields, swam in a waterfall, walked through a bamboo forest, saw local villages and rice fields. Stunning views and lovely lunch. Lots of places to buy drinks and food on the way. The home stay was lovely as were the guests. Nhu was very knowledgeable, friendly and went the extra mile. Definitely bring good shoes as the hike was harder than expected in some places due to the ground. If you struggle I would opt for the easier option over the harder nature option. Be mindful of the local people who offer to help you down the mountain as they do expect you to buy things from them at the end and it can be quite overwhelming with each person who helped you wanting you to buy someone from them- as I struggled at a few points I had lots of people asking! Lovely trip overall and would recommend for anyone wanting authentic experience and stunning views.
Great couple of days with Thao nhu
350fletcherb,,Oct 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had a lovely two day trip with Thao nhu! She is a great tour guide, very knowledgeable and happy! She showed us the villages and was accommodating with the walks as we had to get back to our bus. The homestay we stay in was very nice, great view, big rooms and bed, lovely food. Be prepared with cash for the ladies who help you down the mountain. They will help you and then at the end pressure you to buy something. I got surrounded and ended up buying something I didn’t want.
Beautiful experience!
Owais K,,Oct 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was an amazing trek as it included more than what I had expected. All thanks to our trek guide Nhu who made our trek worth it😄✌️.
Beautiful expérience
lisonv2024,,Sep 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Thao nhu’ was the best guide I ever had. She was funny, Such a beautiful smile, taught me about the vietnamese culture, thank you so much !!
2 days in the Sapa Valley
114valentinm,,Sep 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent trek with Nhu through rice fields and traditional villages! Nhu is full of energy and funny.
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