Experience the serene side of Sapa in the hidden villages of Lao Chai – Ta Van, a well-kept secret known to few.

When visiting Sapa for tourism nowadays, you won't find the picturesque and wild Sapa of the past. Instead, you'll encounter a bustling and modern town. However, if you seek a different, quieter life, follow the path from Cau May Street to Muong Hoa Street. This will lead you to a paradise with the unhurried pace of the ethnic communities in Lao Chai and Ta Van villages. These villages retain the authentic charm of Sapa with the lives of ethnic communities like H'mong, Dao, Giay, Tay, and more.

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Visit Sapa to experience the unique charm of Lao Chai – Ta Van

Bản Lao Chải – Tả Van is situated approximately 10 km from Sapa town, nestled in the Mường Hoa valley, with a mountain-backed terrain and eyes overlooking the streams. Lao Chải – Tả Van is an ideal place for those desiring a slow-paced life and immersing themselves in nature.

Lao Chải – Tả Van during the ripe rice season

While Sapa town is the most vibrant and bustling domestic tourist destination in the highlands of Northwest Vietnam, a visit to Lao Chải, Tả Van offers a completely tranquil and peaceful space. Upon reaching the village, visitors will be impressed by the terraced fields, layered like pillows, stretching across the hillsides.

Illustration of the terraced fields in Tả Van, Sapa

Moreover, if you happen to visit Sapa around April or September, you'll have the chance to admire golden ripe rice fields bathed in sunlight, resembling a beautiful landscape painting. The rice ripening season in Sapa, and specifically in Lao Chải – Tả Van, is when the villages in Sapa come alive with warmth and coziness. The fragrance of fresh rice blends into the air, permeating through the roofs and inviting travelers from all directions to come and experience the life of the local people in this mountainous region.

Illustration of the peaceful scenery in Lao Chải Tà Van

When visiting the Lao Chải – Tả Van village, besides admiring the spectacular and majestic views of nature, travelers should take the time to explore the cultural beauty of this place. It's known that Lao Chải is a small commune with over 100 households of the Black H'mong ethnic group residing here. The H'mong people in Lao Chải have years of experience in cultivating wet rice on the low terraced fields in the valley.

The Mường Hoa stream flowing through Tả Van village - Illustration

In Tả Van, the home of the Giay ethnic people consists of 40 households, along with a few other ethnic groups. Particularly, visitors to Tả Van can admire the picturesque and tranquil landscape. In front of Tả Van lies the crystal-clear Mường Hoa stream, while behind it rests against the Hoang Lien Son mountain range. Moreover, from Tả Van, travelers have convenient access to other popular tourist spots in Sapa such as Cloud Bridge, ancient rock field, Tả Phìn, Silver Waterfall, Giang Ta Chai, and more.

Must-visit Check-in Spots in Lao Chai – Tả Van

Visiting Lao Chai – Tả Van, the untouched paradise of Sapa, offers a day of relaxation and a true resort-style experience amidst the majestic beauty of terraced fields, mountains, and waterfalls. Spend hours sitting on a small, charming bed next to the balcony, admiring the mountainous forest, feeling the cool breeze on your face, indulging in a warm cup of traditional highland wine, and breathing in the fresh air.

Relaxation and resort experience in Lao Chai Ta Van, Sapa - Illustration

Additionally, when exploring Lao Chai – Tả Van on a budget-friendly travel journey, don't forget to check out the beautiful spots of Sapa tourism. Walk across the Cloud Bridge amidst the misty haze, visit ancient rock relics at Tả Phìn, dress up in vibrant ethnic costumes, and take a stroll to explore and capture photos at Mường Hoa stream, Giang Ta Chai waterfall, or experience the rice fields in Lao Chai and Séo Mý Tỷ.

The simple life of people in Lao Chai Ta Van village - Illustration

Walking through the villages will allow you to fully appreciate the beauty of nature and gain a deeper understanding of the local life, lifestyle, and culture while traveling in Sapa. Contact Mytour for further assistance and advice.

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