Editor Joyce Yang of CNA, an English language Asian news network of Singapore, posted a list of 10 nearby destinations in Asia to escape the intense heat in Singapore, including Sa Pa (Lao Cai Province), Ba Na Hills (Da Nang City) and Da Lat (Lam Dong Province) of Vietnam. Summer is the season of scorching […]
Continue readingWhile the region is famous for its seasonal flowers such as peach blossoms and chrysanthemums, the rose flower season is emerging as a captivating attraction for travelers and photography enthusiasts. The blooming period of roses in Sapa typically occurs from late spring to early summer, offering a delightful spectacle of colors and fragrances that transform […]
Continue readingFrom the idea of establishing a resort for the French in the early years of the 20th century, through 120 years of development, nowaday Sapa is rising strongly, becoming a national tourist site attracting millions of tourists to visit every year. Go back in time, many tourist want to discover the origin of Sapa tourist […]
Continue readingThe “Shimmering Water Season” in Sapa refers to a special time in the northern mountainous region of Vietnam, typically from mid-May to early June, when the rice terraces are flooded with water in preparation for planting. This creates stunning, mirror-like landscapes that reflect the sky, mountains, and surrounding nature—hence the name “shimmering.” Key Highlights of […]
Continue readingOn April 14, 2025, the People’s Committee of Lao Cai Province issued Decision No. 1136/QD-UBND officially recognizing the Bac Ha Fruit and Vegetable Research and Production Station as an official tourist site. This marks an important step in the development of agricultural tourism in connection with the research and preservation of the region’s unique highland […]
Continue readingIn 2025, Sa Pa Town will organize a series of unique and exciting events and tourism programs to meet the needs of both locals and visitors. Below is a list of activities along with their respective dates and locations: Summer Festival: Sa Pa – Land of Love (12 Events): Upper Mother Temple Festival Time: 29-31/3/2025 […]
Continue readingCOMMUNITY-BASED TOURISM Located in the Northwest mountainous region of Vietnam, Lao Cai boasts rich natural landscapes and distinct ethnic cultural identitiesa and is a pioneer in developing community tourism combined with eco-tourism and cultural tourism. Popular community-based tours include routes such as Lao Chai – Ta Van – Ban Ho; Ta Van – Seo My […]
Continue readingBAO YEN – THE SACRED LAND Bao Yen District, the Southern gateway of Lao Cai Province, benefits from convenient transportation on National Highways 70 and 279, the Noi Bai – Lao Cai Expressway and the Hai Phong (Vietnam) – Kunming (China) railway. In the near future, Sapa Airport will connect Bao Yen and Lao Cai […]
Continue readingMuong Hoa valley is one of the attractive tourist attractions in Sapa for visitors, especially for nature lovers and explorers. Located about 10km from the center of Sa Pa town in the southeast direction, Muong Hoa valley appears as a beautiful natural picture with a charming and poetic landscape. The yellow color stretches across the […]
Continue readingBAC HA – ALLURING 4 SEASONS Covering an area of 686.7 km² and an average elevation of 800–1,000 metres above sea level, Bac Ha is renowned for its natural and historical beauty. Known as the “White Plateau”, Bac Ha is ablaze with pure white Tam Hoa plum blossoms every spring. The area enjoys a temperate […]
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