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Bắc Hà Flower Market

Two days at the most colourful market in the north

2days / 1 nights
1regions
$220from / person
≤10small group
All year (Sun market)best season
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Bắc Hà

Into the hills

Up to Bắc Hà and an afternoon among the villages.

Up to Bắc Hà and an afternoon among the villages.

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Bắc Hà

Market day

The full colour of the Sunday market before the road back.

The full colour of the Sunday market before the road back.

The journey

A riot of indigo and embroidery — the weekly gathering of the Flower H'Mong, and the villages around it.

Duration
2 days · 1 nights
Pace
Easy
Best season
All year (Sun market)
From
$220 pp

Highlights

  • The Sunday Flower H'Mong market
  • A village homestay
  • Corn-wine with a local family

What's included

  • Hand-picked stays & community homestays
  • Private English-speaking guide
  • All transport & domestic transfers
  • Most meals, with real local kitchens
  • Community visits & artisan sessions
  • International flights
  • Travel insurance
  • Personal expenses & tips

Good to know

  • Confirmation within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Private departure — your group only, never pooled with strangers
  • Most travellers can take part; tell us about any access needs and we adapt the route
  • Infant and child seats available on request
  • Service animals welcome
  • Comprehensive travel insurance required

Before you go

Vietnam visa

Depending on your nationality and length of stay you may need a visa in advance — most travellers use the official e-visa. We'll send clear, up-to-date guidance for your passport once you book.

Best time to travel

The north is loveliest in spring (Mar–Apr) and autumn (Sep–Nov); winters on the high plateaus are cold and atmospheric. We time each departure to the season — and can shift it to suit you.

What to pack

Light, breathable layers, a warm mid-layer for the highlands, broken-in walking shoes and a light rain shell. We send a tailored packing list for your exact route and dates.

Local customs

Dress modestly at temples and family homes (shoulders and knees covered), remove your shoes when you see a pile at the door, and bargain gently and with a smile at the markets.

From the road

Moments from recent departures.

Traveller reviews

5.0 ★★★★★ · 1 review
★★★★★
“The most colourful morning of our whole trip.”
Ana · Spain

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Booking & cancellation

  • Free cancellation up to 45 days before departure — full refund of your deposit.
  • 44–30 days before departure: deposit retained.
  • 29–15 days before departure: 50% of the trip cost.
  • 14 days or fewer before departure: 100% of the trip cost.
  • Dates can usually be moved once, free of charge, more than 30 days out.

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