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Trekking in Vietnam: 15 Walks Sorted by Distance and Mud

77 tours  ·  from $10

Terraces above Sapa, karst ridges in Ninh Binh and jungle in Phong Nha. These 15 are sorted by how far, how steep and how wet, with the homestay nights and the porter arrangements spelled out.

Halong Bay Full Day with Kayaking, Hiking viewpoint, Cave - Deluxe To Luxury - The road from Hanoi to Tuan Chau Island
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Halong Bay Full Day with Kayaking, Hiking viewpoint, Cave – Deluxe To Luxury

1.Halong Bay Full Day with Kayaking, Hiking viewpoint, Cave – Deluxe To Luxury

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 884 reviews · from $38Our pick

Spend 12 to 14 hours traveling from Hanoi’s Old Quarter to Halong Bay by air-conditioned bus and deluxe boat. You’ll eat lunch onboard, paddle or ride a bamboo boat, explore Sung Sot Cave, climb Titop Island’s 420 steps, and finish with sunset tea, cake, and fruit. Guides such as Sam and Hercules are praised for friendly, well-organized service.

“Had a wonderful experience at Ha Long bay. Such unrealistically beautiful views. Me and my friends had a lot of fun. The whole guided tour was very a very culture rixh experience for us.”

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Sa Pa: Muong Hoa Valley Trek and Local Ethnic Villages - Lao Chai and the Black Hmong valley
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Sa Pa: Muong Hoa Valley Trek and Local Ethnic Villages

2.Sa Pa: Muong Hoa Valley Trek and Local Ethnic Villages

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 864 reviews · 6 hours · from $23

Spend six hours walking about 10 kilometers from Sa Pa through Muong Hoa Valley, Lao Chai, Ta Van Giay, and Giang Ta Chai. An English-speaking guide such as Su, Chai, Khu, or Sunny leads you across rice terraces, village paths, a bamboo forest, and muddy sections. Lunch at a local home is included, along with transport back to town.

“Everything was wonderful! Minh is such a great guide! We had a very nice experience despite the weather being foggy at this time of the year! Minh made us walk through small typical villages and the bamboo forest! Highly recommend the tour”

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From Hanoi: 2-Day Sapa Trekking Trip with Homestay & Meals - Walking from Lao Chai through three rural villages
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From Hanoi: 2-Day Sapa Trekking Trip with Homestay & Meals

3.2-Day Sapa Trekking Trip with Homestay & Meals

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 704 reviews · from $71

Travel from Hanoi to Sapa by air-conditioned sleeper bus, then hike 12 kilometers through Ylinh Ho, Lao Chai, and Ta Van. Guide Mama Zuzu or Mama Ling leads you to a local homestay, where you eat home-cooked food, share stories, and may join in cooking. Day two brings another hike, a bamboo forest option, and free time in Sapa.

“This activity was one of the best! (Depends on weather)”

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Sapa 3 Days 2 Nights Trekking Tour (1 Night In Ta Van Village, 1 Night In Hotel) - The six-hour ride from Hanoi to Sapa
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Sapa 3 Days 2 Nights Trekking Tour (1 Night In Ta Van Village, 1 Night In Hotel)

4.Sapa 3 Days 2 Nights Trekking Tour (1 Night In Ta Van Village, 1 Night In Hotel)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 699 reviews · from $139

Spend three days hiking from Sapa through Cat Cat, Y Linh Ho, Lao Chai, Ta Van, and Giang Ta Chai. You get one hotel night, one village bungalow night, meals, an English-speaking local guide, and bus transport from Hanoi. Guides such as Su, Cat, May, and Dao are praised for patient help, but muddy trails and persistent sellers require preparation.

“Cat was our tour guide over three days and was wonderful. It was cold and misty the three days but accommodations occurred to help make our experience as wonderful as possible. Any questions I had were answered to ease any concerns I might have.”

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Sapa: Eco Adventure Terrace Fields and Local Villages Trek - Starting at Sapa Church at 9:00 AM
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Sapa: Eco Adventure Terrace Fields and Local Villages Trek

5.Eco Adventure Terrace Fields and Local Villages Trek

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 636 reviews · 6h 30m · from $27

Walk 10 to 12 kilometers from Sapa through Muong Hoa Valley, Y Linh Ho, Lao Chai Sang, Lao Chai, and Ta Van. Your English-speaking Hmong or local guide explains village life, clothing, farming, and traditions. Expect a home-cooked lunch, small-group pacing, steep sections, and mud after rain. Chai and Vu are often praised for their care and local insight.

“Our guide, Rou, was absolutely wonderful. She spoke excellent English, was warm and friendly, and made the entire experience enjoyable. She shared fascinating stories about the village’s history and was very attentive to anyone who found the hike challenging. The scenery was stunning, and the locals were incredibly welcoming”

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3-Day Trekking Adventure of Sapa from Hanoi - Stay Ta Van Village - Day two: bamboo forest and Giang Ta Chai
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3-Day Trekking Adventure of Sapa from Hanoi – Stay Ta Van Village

6.3-Day Trekking Adventure of Sapa from Hanoi – Stay Ta Van Village

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 611 reviews · from $109

Spend three days hiking Sapa’s Muong Hoa Valley and nearby villages, sleeping in a Ta Van bungalow or stilt house. Guides such as Chang, Khu, Cat, Mu, Su, and May lead walks through rice terraces, bamboo forest, river paths, and local villages. The package includes seven meals, entrance fees, water, luggage support, and Hanoi bus transfers.

“It was a good hike and the valley is very beautiful. Our guide, Khu, was very nice and full of energy. Not the easiest of hikes, so bring good shoes!”

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Number one top rated ethical cultural trekking and homestay by ETHOS - Day one: rice terraces, villages, and a hard climb
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Number one top rated ethical cultural trekking and homestay by Ethos

7.Number one top rated ethical cultural trekking and homestay by Ethos

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 456 reviews · from $93

Walk 14 kilometers through Sapa’s villages, rice terraces, and bamboo forests with a private local guide, then share dinner and breakfast at a village homestay. Guides such as Cha, Ha, Ker, My, and Kae have helped guests learn about Hmong and Dao life. Day two is flexible, with a taxi back to Sapa.

“We hat a great time with our guide My. The beautiful nature and views was one part of the tour. Besides this My showed us the real live in the villages, we learned a lot about the local people, met the families and lived with them for one day. All in all a great experience for everyone who wants to see the reality off the beaten track!”

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2-Day Sa Pa Ethnic Homestay Tour & Trek with Limousine Bus - Riding north from Hanoi by limousine or sleeper bus
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2-Day Sa Pa Ethnic Homestay Tour & Trek with Limousine Bus

8.2-Day Sa Pa Ethnic Homestay Tour & Trek with Limousine Bus

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 440 reviews

Spend two days trekking from Lao Chai to Ta Van and Giang Ta Chai with a local Hmong English-speaking guide such as Soso, Sua, or Tung. You’ll ride between Hanoi and Sa Pa by limousine or sleeper bus, eat local meals, sleep at a basic homestay, and walk through rice terraces, bamboo forest, and mountain villages.

“I knew I wanted to do some hiking in Sapa but wasn't sure which to take and eventually settled with this activity. I'm so glad I choice this one as it was fantastic. I was contacted by Viet via WhatsApp well in advance of the activity and he helped arrange my sleeper bus from Hanoi along with the optional upgrades I requested. Viet provided clear instructions and was readily available to assist at all times. The food included throughout the tour was amazing both at the homestay and the start/ finish restaurant. Gom was my guide for the trek and she was extraordinary, providing detailed knowledge of the area, including…”

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From Sapa: 1-Day Guided Trek to Lao Chai & Ta Van with Lunch - The walk from Sapa to Lao Chai
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From Sapa: 1-Day Guided Trek to Lao Chai & Ta Van with Lunch

9.1-Day Guided Trek to Lao Chai & Ta Van with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 416 reviews · 1 day · from $34

Walk from Sapa through rice terraces, streams, bamboo paths, and mountain villages with a local English-speaking guide such as Giang or Toan. You will visit Black Hmong and Zay communities, eat a generous local lunch in Lao Chai, learn about village life, and see traditional incense making in Ta Van. Expect muddy, uneven trails in wet weather.

“We had a really lovely day out with Lam, and got very lucky with good weather. Our only little note for other travellers to consider, is that other villagers are extremely persistent in selling their wares, not only in the market place/ towns/ road side but will actually follow you on long portions of the trail. We had someone follow us for several hours, walking along side who after we’d said “no thanks to” many times we were told by other villagers she’d only come with us to try and sell, and would now be walking back many hours to find other people to do it all again.”

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Sa Pa Full Day Trekking Tour - Y Linh Ho offers the first quiet village views
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Sa Pa Full Day Trekking Tour

10.Sa Pa Full Day Trekking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 414 reviews · from $25

Spend 6 to 7 hours walking from Sapa through Y Linh Ho, Lao Chai, and Ta Van. Expect rice terraces, mountain paths, village life, a local lunch, and at least 8 to 10 kilometers on foot. Guides such as Zem, Sue, and Mama So have been praised for friendly help and clear explanations. Private trekking and transport upgrades are available.

“Be prepated for plenty of walking! Guide was awesome, friendly and super helpful. Beautiful views and a great lunch at the end.”

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Hanoi - Sapa 3 Day 2 Night Trekking With Hotel & Homestay - The Hanoi to Sapa ride takes patience
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Hanoi – Sapa 3 Day 2 Night Trekking With Hotel & Homestay

11.Sapa 3 Day 2 Night Trekking With Hotel & Homestay

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 389 reviews · from $125

Travel from Hanoi to Sapa by VIP cabin bus, visit Cat Cat, then trek through Y Linh Ho, Lao Chai, Ta Van, Giang Ta Chai, and Su Pan. You’ll spend one night in a Sapa hotel and one in a private homestay room, with seven meals and a local English-speaking guide included. Expect muddy paths, mountain views, and a small group capped at 15 people.

“1. check the weather first, if possible. if it's not sunny, you are losing a lot of beutiful photo chances. 2. it's relaxing, but not challenging nor exciting 3. homestay isnt "home stay" in a strict sense. it's just another name for a lodge. 4. foods at hotel was great, but foods at homestay wasnt. 5. important information is not given often. you have to ask.”

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From Ho Chi Minh: Can Gio Trek – Monkey Island & Crocodile Farm - The journey from District 1 to the mangroves
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From Ho Chi Minh: Can Gio Trek – Monkey Island & Crocodile Farm

12.Can Gio Trek – Monkey Island & Crocodile Farm

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 353 reviews · from $28

Spend 9 to 10 hours outside Ho Chi Minh City with guides such as Kevin, Sam, Rich, and Thắm. Walk through Can Gio’s mangroves, meet cheeky monkeys, visit a crocodile farm and Rung Sac Military Base, ride a motorized boat, and eat lunch by the sea.

“A whole lot of fun. It was great being up close with the monkeys and so many of them. Learnt a lot about the Viet Cong fighting in the marsh groves during the Vietnam war. Very interesting. Sam, our tour guide, was absolutely wonderful and Nhat our driver, was great, getting us around. Lunch was amazing, with so many options to try. Overall, a fantastic day out.”

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Sapa 1 Day Long Trek: Trek to Hau Thao and Sa Seng Villages - 9:00 AM pickup and the start above Sapa
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Sapa 1 Day Long Trek: Trek to Hau Thao and Sa Seng Villages

13.Sapa 1 Day Long Trek: Trek to Hau Thao and Sa Seng Villages

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 344 reviews · 7 - 10 hours · from $24

Spend 7 to 10 hours hiking from Sa Seng through Hang Da and Hau Thao to Giang Ta Chai. Local guides such as Mao, Su, and Zozo lead you through rice fields, bamboo forest, and Black Hmong villages, sharing stories about farming and daily life. Expect a steep start, muddy sections in wet weather, a family-style lunch, and transport back to Sapa.

“Very nice hike I really recommend:) we did not see much because of foggy weather but it was very nice,good organization,lunch was nice. Our guide Mao was amazing;) and we met very interesting and lovely people in our hiking group”

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Ninh Binh: Cuc Phuong Jungle Hike & Wildlife Day Trip - The morning drive from Ninh Binh to the park
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Ninh Binh: Cuc Phuong Jungle Hike & Wildlife Day Trip

14.Cuc Phuong Jungle Hike & Wildlife Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 327 reviews · 9 hours · from $26

Travel from Ninh Binh, Tam Coc, or Trang An to Cuc Phuong with an English-speaking guide such as Hoa or Viet. Visit the Endangered Primate Rescue Center, walk through rainforest to a 1,000-year-old Cay Cho tree, see an ancient cave, and eat Vietnamese food in the park. Expect about 6 km of walking, mud in wet weather, and possible leeches.

“Fantastic tour! Our guide was friendly, knowledgeable, and always made sure we were comfortable. The driver was safe and professional, and the whole trip was organized perfectly. Highly recommended!”

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Half Day Hiking to Cat Ba National Park with a Guide - The forest trail to Ngu Lam Peak
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Half Day Hiking to Cat Ba National Park with a Guide

15.Half Day Hiking to Cat Ba National Park with a Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 312 reviews · 4 hours · from $22Best value

Spend four hours exploring Cat Ba with a local English-speaking guide. Visit Trung Trang Cave, optional Quan Y Hospital Cave, and Chua Linh Quang Pagoda, then hike about 45 minutes to Ngu Lam Peak at 220 meters. Guides such as Tri and Chi add useful stories about nature, war history, and Buddhism.

“perfect half day trip with a local guide, small group, good organization, lots of interesting information and fun. definitely recommend.”

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