Ma Tra-Ta Phin Hill Tribe Cycling Adventure

Tour Code: SAP-26 Duration: Approx 8 Hours

Go on an adventure by bike travelling through the high hill trails to Ma Tra and Ta Phin village and explore the life of the Black Hmong and Red Dao

Highlights:

• Cycle Through the Adventurous Mountainous Trails of Sapa and Enjoy the Stunning view of the vast Countryside Along the way
• Get to know more About the Lifestyle and Livelihood of Local Residents as you come into Contact with Native Families and Household Members of Ta Phin
• Visit a Local School to and gain Better Insight into the Local Education Standard of Ta Phin Village

Tour Description:

From Sapa, you will first start your bicycle ride toward Lao Cai. The easy road will not last long as you soon turn to the dirt trails at the outskirts and head straight to the off-road terrain of the countryside. But the journey itself will not take too long - half an hour later, you will reach the first stop of the trip at Ma Tra Village. Even better, the path you take will put your cycling skills to the test so you are sure to enjoy an adventure-filled morning as soon as you start cycling. Along the way, you will cycle downhill along the mountainous track, cross a bridge or two before crossing over a gentle stream. Once you complete your full journey, you will finally make a stop at Ma Tra Village to begin your journey into the centre of cultural immersion. 

Ma Tra sits in a silent and peaceful valley located about 5 kilometers away from Sapa. Stretching as wide as 12 kilometers and home to about 50 Black Hmong (and Red Dao) families, the golden rice fields, verdant cornfields and beautiful stilted houses add to the breathtaking beauty of the village itself. Be sure to take this chance to strike a conversation with the villagers as they work on their fields and brocades. You will also have the chance to visit the village’s primary school, meet up with local children and find out more on how classes are usually conducted on a daily basis. Then, lunchtime will quickly come and you can choose to walk around and enjoy the view while you are at it or simply sit down inside the local house and enjoy your warm meal.

Then, make your way to yet another home of the Black Hmong and Red Dao - Ta Phin Village. Experience the daily lives of local tribal families as you see them tending their fields, sewing their brocades and carving beautiful jewellery throughout your visit. Occasionally, you might come across Hmong woman dyeing pieces of clothes in a deep indigo color. You may even see them meticulously sewing patterns on their clothes. Furthermore, the Red Dao tribe is famous for their herbal bath which is believed to have a positive effect on your health. Feel free to give the bath a try or simply marvel at the harmonious living of the different tribe all in a single village. With this done, you will then conclude your tour and head back to Sapa.

Cancellation Policy:

Please refer to our refunds policy under Terms of Use section

Pick-Up Time:

• 7:00 am - 7:30 am

What's Included:

• Return transfers
• Bicycle
• Fruit (at the farms)
• Lunch
• Bottled water
• English-speaking Guide
• Entrance fee

What's Not Included:

• Any Items Not Mentioned

Additional Information:

• It is advisable to wear shorts, long pants, tights and t-shirts; strap sandals or shoes. No white clothing.
• Do take note that the locals peddling their items for sale is common in these areas
• The tour takes about 5 hours of cycling, 1 hour of walking, and1.5 hours of driving
• This tour is subject to availability. Please check with Adventoro Concierge (Call / Whatsapp +6010 468 8011) to inquire about the availability of this tour
• Prices shown are based on minimum of 2 pax. For solo travellers please check in with Adventoro Concierge
• Transfer duration above are estimated and subject to traffic and weather condition, and not inclusive of any sightseeing tours
• Please adhere to strict pick-up time punctuality. Tour operators may forfeit tours for travellers if no-show during stipulated time
• Registered name of the traveller must be corresponding with photograph documentation (Example: Passport). Tour operators reserve the right to reject if registered traveller fails to provide photographed documentation of their own

Pick-Up Location(s)

Refer to the map below to see a list of pick up location(s) that are available for you to choose from. You can select your desired pick up location when you book the tour.

List of Location(s):

Pick up is also available for other location(s) under the vicinity of Sa Pa. For more information, please contact Adventoro's concierge service.