EXPERIENCE THE RED DAO CULTURE IN SAPA
Basic Information:
Duration: Two days one night
Location: Ta Phin (Sa Pa – Northern Vietnam)
Adventure level: Easy
Availability: Every day
Number of participants: 10 guests
Price: 2,500,000 VND/ pax (98USD/ pax)
Expect: Hiking, Experiencing the Red Dao culture, Local interaction
Basic Information:
Duration: Two days one night
Location: Ta Phin (Sa Pa – Northern Vietnam)
Adventure level: Easy
Availability: Every day
Number of participants: 10 guests
Price: 2,500,000 VND/ pax (98USD/ pax)
Expect: Hiking, Experiencing the Red Dao culture, Local interaction
Basic Information:
Duration: Two days one night
Location: Ta Phin (Sa Pa – Northern Vietnam)
Adventure level: Easy
Availability: Every day
Number of participants: 10 guests
Price: 2,500,000 VND/ pax (98USD/ pax)
Expect: Hiking, Experiencing the Red Dao culture, Local interaction
Sa Pa hosts six distinct ethnic groups, among which the Red Dao community ranks as the second largest in terms of population. Renowned for their traditional healing practices, the Red Dao utilize remedies derived from the natural resources of the jungle environs. Engaging with Red Dao culture presents unique opportunities to gain insights into and partake in their herbal bath preparation, master traditional embroidery techniques, and savor their distinctive culinary offerings.
Hightlights:
Stay with a Red Dao family
Trekking through the villages, pluck the herbs in the jungle
Make the herbal medicine and prepare the bath
Learn traditional embroidery of the Dao people
DETAILED ITINERARY:
Day 1 (L, D)
Morning: In Sapa town, a comfortable car will be waiting to transport you to the charming Ta Phin village, home to the vibrant community of Red Dao people. The moment you step foot in this unique destination, you might find yourself transported into what feels like a serene Santa Claus village, filled with warmth and cultural richness.
During the day, you will have the opportunity to visit the nearby woods, where you can carefully select medicinal leaves that hold the power to heal. Engage in the intricate art of processing medicine and crafting medicinal bathing water, a tradition that dates back generations. The soothing ritual awaits, where you will immerse yourself in a bath infused with the fragrant herbs you handpicked earlier in the day.
You will have lunch on the trek and have dinner with the host family at the homestay.
Overnight at the homestay with Red Dao people.
Day 2 (B, L)
Today, you will have two options to choose from:
Option 1: Experience the art of crafting candles and chopsticks while immersing yourself in the intricate process of learning to embroider the traditional Red Dao patterns. Delve into the rich cultural heritage as you master these age-old crafts, creating beautiful pieces that reflect the essence of Vietnam's vibrant traditions.
Option 2: Visit the serene home garden, nestled close to the lush forest, where you can carefully handpick the freshest seasonal vegetables and forage for wild grasses. After your fruitful harvest, take a leisurely stroll back to the cozy homestay and embark on the culinary adventure of preparing the delightful array of specialty dishes, including mouth-watering sour meat, fragrant bamboo sticky rice, flavorful Vietnamese sausage, and more.
Included:
Pick up and drop off in Sapa
One night stay at Tả Phìn village
Meals: 2 lunches, 1 breakfast and 1 dinner with the host family
Drinking water
Experiences as in itinerary
English speaking tour guide
Excluded:
Gratuities for the host family
Extra expenses for souvenirs or stuff not mentioned
Difficulty: Easy
What to bring:
Sun hat & Sun glasses
Sun screen
Walking/ Hiking shoes
Tour price: 2,500,000VND/ pax (98USD/ pax)
Kids (Under 3 years old): Free
Special notes:
Tour size: 2 - 8 pax
Private tours/ customized tours are available. Please contact us at +84 972916588 for further details.