[A Half Day] Sapa - Cat Cat - Sin Chai Village – The Hidden Gem of Sapa
Cat Cat Village is a traditional H’Mong ethnic village located about 3 km from Sapa in northern Vietnam. It's one of the most famous cultural and tourist destinations in the region, known for its stunning landscapes, rich ethnic traditions, and beautiful terraced rice fields.
Sin Chai Village: Sin Chai Village is the most beautiful and less touristy ethnic village located about 4 km from Sapa town, in northern Vietnam. It is home of Black H’Mong ethnic group, who have preserved their traditional way of life for centuries. Unlike the more commercialized Cat Cat Village, Sin Chai offers a more authentic and peaceful experience for travelers seeking an off-the-beaten-path adventure.
Highlight
Traditional H’Mong Culture: Visitors can experience the daily life of the H’Mong people, known for their unique clothing, handicrafts, and agricultural practices.
Scenic Trekking Routes: The village is surrounded by terraced rice fields, lush green valleys, and waterfalls, making it a great place for nature lovers and photographers.
Cat Cat Waterfall is a beautiful waterfall in the village where you can relax and enjoy the sound of flowing water.
Traditional Crafts & Handicrafts: Locals weave brocade fabrics, dye clothes with indigo, and make handmade jewelry. You can buy souvenirs directly from the artisans.Cultural Performances: The village has cultural shows featuring traditional H’Mong music and dance, sometimes with performances using traditional instruments.
Booking
Private tour
Detail program
Half Day Morning departure:
07:30 – 08:00: Have breakfast in Sapa town or at the hotel, prepare trekking shoes, drinking water, light jacket.
08:00: Guide picks you up at the hotel. Move from Sapa center to Cat Cat village entrance (about 2.5km).
08:30 – 10:00: Explore Cat Cat village
Walk along the paved road down to the village, see terraced fields, Hoa stream, Tien Sa waterfall.
Learn about traditional weaving, forging, brocade embroidery.
Check-in at the water wheel, wooden bridge and ancient house of the H'Mong people.
10:00 – 10:30: Walk from Cat Cat to Sin Chai (~3km, takes about 30 minutes). The trail is quite beautiful, passing through rice fields, terraced fields.
10:30 – 11:30: Explore Sin Chai Village
Visit a peaceful village with fewer tourists than Cat Cat.
Chat with locals, learn about the culture of the Black H'Mong people.
Take photos of the beautiful mountains and terraced fields.
11:30 – 12:00: Return to Sapa town by private car. End of the trip.
Half-day afternoon departure:
13:30 – 14:00: Tour guide picks you up at the hotel. Move from the center of Sapa to the entrance of Cat Cat village (about 2.5km).
14:00 – 14:30: Explore Cat Cat village
Walk along the paved road down to the village, admire the terraced fields, Hoa stream, Tien Sa waterfall.
Learn about traditional weaving, forging, and brocade embroidery.
Check-in at the water wheel, wooden bridge, and ancient house of the H'Mong people.
15:00 – 15:30: Trek from Cat Cat to Sin Chai (~3km, takes about 30 minutes). The trail is quite beautiful, passing through rice fields and terraced fields.
16:00 – 16:30: Explore Sin Chai village
Visit the peaceful village, less touristy than Cat Cat.
Chat with the locals, learn about the Black H'Mong culture.
Take photos of the beautiful mountains and terraced fields.
17:30 – 18:00: Return to Sapa town by private car. End of trip.
Services
- Hotel pick-up
- English speaking guide
- Water
- Private car transfer
- Cat Cat entrance fee
- Tips
- Personal expense
- All services and items are not included
Policy
Cancellation policy by time
Cancel 7 days before departure date: Guests will be refunded 100% of the tour cost.
Cancel from 3 to 7 days: Guests will lose 30% of the tour cost.
Cancel from 2 to 3 days: Guests will lose 50% of the tour cost.
Cancel within 24 hours before departure: Tour cost will not be refunded.
Cancellation policy in special cases
Due to bad weather conditions or natural disasters: If there is a storm or the weather does not ensure safety for the trip, the company may cancel the tour. In this case, you will usually be refunded 100% of the cost or change to another day depending on the conditions.
Customers cancel due to health or personal reasons: Usually need to have verification documents (certificate from a doctor or medical records). The company will consider and may refund a part of the cost depending on each specific case.
In case the company cancels due to insufficient number of guests: If the tour requires a minimum number of guests and not enough people register, the company will refund the full cost or transfer guests to another tour.
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