Bac Ha is a highland valley town 45km northwest of the famous destination of Sapa, next to the National road 70. Bac Ha has some of the most fabulous attractions, most notable Bac Ha Market Sapa, which meets on Sunday when groups of Tay, Dao, Nung, Giay, and Hoa-Hmong gather and trade busily. Bac Ha is elevated over 1,200 meters above sea level, not as spectacular as Sapa at 1,600 meters but from this rounded peak veiled in thin fogs, the scenery has for itself a charm that is hard to resist. This is also not a tourist area, more like a bustling everyday rural community than a resort in the mountains.
You won’t regret a weekend day at Bac Ha, spent picking up the vibes of this colorful Can Cau Market on Saturday. And on your way to Bac Ha, don't forget to stop by the Hmong villages around Ban Pho and Coc Ly market.
Bac Ha Sunday Market is quite different from the one in Sapa with so few places for sightseeing, only vendors that serve Pho and draft beer. The Bac Ha Sunday Market is the only attractive occasion that you won’t want to miss. It gathers from 8 to 10 a.m. and then gradually dissolves at noon. There you can have a chance to chat friendly with the beautiful Hmong women dressed in the traditional garments woven by their own hands.
At Bac Ha Market Sapa, there are also cattle, vegetables, and meat in trade, some wine bars, and shops that sell agricultural equipment. The congested market bustling with people bargaining, exchanging small talks, chatting away without pushing around is a rare and unique sight that will bring you much delight. Then people disperse, returning the calm atmosphere to Bac Ha.
While Sapa gets crowded and saturated as tourists come here to sightsee and relax, Bac Ha Market is evolving in the wake of Sapa with the orientation of building its tourism industry around agricultural activities.
Although its current infrastructure is still undeveloped, its crude simple appearance hides inside a charm that plays a different stroke on visitors who soon find in themselves an intimate fondness with the place
The Miao King mansion is designed with Asian - European architecture, a beautiful place to photograph, used to be the castle of the once most powerful family in Northwest Vietnam. Located in Bac Ha town. Visit when you have a chance.
About 1.5 km from the center of Bac Ha, the Thai Giang Pho flower valley is developed with private funds that promote ecotourism. If you want to your photos filled with purple, come here around October and November (Photos)
Thai Giang Pho is colorful with flowers around the year, and the Orchids bloom throughout all 4 seasons. Besides, here are also planted many kinds of street flowers such as hydrangeas, gloxinia, prairie gentian, inpatients, etc. The two colors that make up the colorful beauty of Thai Giang Pho are the purple of lavender and bright yellow-green of orchids.
Buckwheat is not exclusive to Ha Giang, as many gardens in Bac Ha also have it grown to attract tourists. You can come to take pictures of the buckwheat flower fields at Po Cho 2 (Lau Thi Ngai commune), San Bay 2 (Thai Giang Pho commune) and La Di Thang (Ta Van Chu commune). Buckwheat flower season is in late October and November.
Fairy Cave lies amongst chains of limestone mountains, cascades, and natural caves, those who have a heart for nature should come and explore this place. This region has little tourism development and is largely untouched.
Like the rich costumes of ethnic groups, Bac Ha cuisine also brings various colors to Vietnamese recipes. Have you ever tried red Pho? Serve with sticky rice. White Pho is so ordinary, so have you ever tried green Pho? Blue Pho? Or purple? Let's not worry about the colors of Pho, as they are from common local herbs, and will definitely make your lunch more interesting and more beautiful.
Another specialty you should try is buffalo meat and horse meat (also known as thang co). Also, it’s pretty fanciful nibbling at a hot piece of sweet potato in the cold fragrant air there. There are so many kinds of vegetables and fresh fruits here. What are sweet potatoes, cassava, cowpea, ginseng, fresh red chili, green veggies, golden beeswax, ebony garden tools... laid all around, bewilder your eyes with the desire to try them all.
There, you will discover a lot of unique food and drinks that are only available in Bac Ha such as Ban Pho corn wine, Tam Hoa plum, men men (steamed ground corn), etc.
Different items are specific to different cultures, you can distinguish them by the contrast in colors and patterns. If you want to know which products belong to which tribe, just ask and the seller is always happy to answer and share their culture to you. All items are made by meticulous craftsmanship, absolutely not products of machines.
Bac Ha Market only gathers on Sundays, from 6 to 12 a.m., so get up early to fully enjoy the bustling atmosphere here.
It is not difficult to come to Bac Ha from Hanoi even though this is only a town. Travel time should be about 6 hours. There are breathtaking views along the way, so 6 hours of traveling so the whole 6 hours will be a pretty exciting experience. Many travel companies have tours to Bac Ha market from Hanoi or Sapa. Tours from Sapa to Bac Ha are usually in 1-2 days, tours from Hanoi to Bac Ha often take more than one week, since they would likely include a visit to Bac Ha market along with exploring Sapa and Ha Giang city. In addition, the travel agencies offer in these tours activities like trekking and cycling.
Motorbike Route: Sapa → Lao Cai → Bac Ha Market Sapa → Can Cau Market
And one of the most well-known spots for motorcycle backpackers is Sapa, which is a wondrous tourist attraction in the north of Vietnam with most ubiquitous Northwest markets are Bac Ha Market and Can Cau Market. During the motorbike trip, travelers will be immersed in the unique atmosphere of mountainous areas, experiencing cultural traditions such as savoring the typically indigenous dishes and exploring the bustling of mountainous kermis views. The vibrant, colorful and lively atmosphere at markets is bound to appeal and leave you the memorable experiences.
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Lao Cai, a mountainous province in the Northwest region, is home to a wide range of famous sites such as Ham Rong, Fansipan, and Love waterfall. Besides these tourist spots, Bac Ha Market Sapa is one of the must-visit places in the trip to Lao Cai. This market will give you a chance to experience a challenging ride and discover the indigenous cultures of the highlanders. A 2-day Off-road Sapa Motorbike Tour to discover Bac Ha Sunday Market will be the best choice for you to explore every corner of Bac Ha market. Immerse yourself in the bustling atmosphere of the market days to gain the most enjoyable experiences right now!
Motorbike Route: Hanoi → Vu Linh→ Mu Cang Chai → Bac Ha Market Sapa → Quan Ba → Bao Lac → Bac Son → Ha Long → Hanoi
The 9-day Northern Vietnam Motorbike Tour from Hanoi to Halong Bay is one of the scenic long-distance tours we specially designed for those who want to admire the beauty of northern Vietnam during the tour such as Mu Cang Chai, Bac Ha Market Sapa, Ha Giang, and the world-famous Halong Bay in the final destination. The most awaited part of the tour is definitely the last night on the luxurious 5-star cruise in Halong Bay after 7 days of riding. Experience Vietnam in your own way and pack yourself with a lot of amazing riding experiences that you will never forget.
Motorbike Route: Hanoi → Nghia Lo → Than Uyen → Sapa→ Bac Ha Market Sapa → Ha Giang→ Dong Van → Bao Lac → Cao Bang → Lang Son → Hanoi
Northern Vietnam is a land filled with wonders from west to east, some bestowed by Mother Nature and others shaped by fragile human hands. From the quiet Mu Cang Chai to the busy Sapa, from the rustic Xin Man to the splendid Ma Pi Leng, from the captivating Ban Gioc to the simple Phia Chang, every locale has something to offer. Through a journey of nearly 3,000 kilometers spanning 11 days on motorbikes, we aim to bring out the most of the land’s heavenly beauty, whether you are a beginner or an experienced driver, with our carefully-crafted itinerary as presented below.
Motorbike Route: Hanoi → Mai Chau → Phu Yen → Mu Cang Chai → Than Uyen → Sapa → Bac Ha Market Sapa → Hoang Su Phi → Ha Giang → Dong Van → Meo Vac → Bao Lac → Lago Ba Be → Thac Ba Lake → Hanoi
The 11-day North Vietnam Motorbike Tour from Hanoi to Thac Ba Lake is one of the most remote tours in the whole country. However, that intact and pristine area is home to several glorious destinations that are naturally preserved and almost intact by humans. They range from limestone mountain, rice terrace, river valley, and green meadow. By exploring northern regions such as Mai Chau, Mu Cang Chai, Bac Ha Market Sapa, Ha Giang by motorbike, seeing the diversity of nature and people and witnessing their daily life in the remote area, you can get out of your comfort zone and explore the other aspects of life and somehow understand the voice of the mother nature.
Motorbike Route: Hanoi → Nghia Lo → Than Uyen → Sapa → Bac Ha Market Sapa → Ha Giang → Dong Van → Bao Lac → Cao Bang → Lang Son → Ha Long → Hanoi
If you are a big fan of Northern Vietnam nature beauty and motorbike tours, the North Vietnam Motorbike Tour from Hanoi to Halong Bay - 14 days will be a good choice for you. It is considered one of the most interesting tours in Northern Loop Motorbike Tours in Vietnam with the 2 scenic routes: Sapa to Ha Giang and Sapa to Halong Bay that are worth trying for any adventure biker. Besides the advantages of time and cost savings, it gives you an opportunity for real experience. If joining in this tour, you not only can enjoy the breathtaking scenery of northern Vietnam, especially the natural beauty of Sapa and Ha Long but also can ride on many beautiful roads, meet friendly locals, and enjoy many kinds of traditional foods.
BM Travel Adventure is a professional and leading Vietnam motorbike tour operator offering any kind of motorbike tours: adventure motorbike tours, Vietnam dirt bike tours, Vietnam enduro tours. We are proud to have a team of passionate tour guides and mechanics who have had rich experience in organizing motorbike tours. Besides we own a large number of motorcycles of various types and powers (Honda XR150, Honda CRF150, Suzuki DRZ400,...), which meets the diverse demands of clients. With our professionalism, experience and great enthusiasm, we are confident to create a lasting impression for travelers with the Sapa motorbike tours via Bac Ha market. Come and join this exciting, fun and exhilarating journey.
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