Things to do in Lao Cai Province

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The pouring water season makes the terraced fields of Y Ty commune, Lao Cai province, Vietnam appear with brown soil blending with the beautiful sky.
Smooth symbolize the city's Mu cang chai,Yenbai,Vietnam.
Smooth symbolize the city's Mu cang chai,Yenbai,Vietnam.
Sapa valley city in the nature mist in the morning at Hanoi in Vietnam
Rice terraces of Sapa with wooden houses at sunset in Lao Cai province, Vietnam

Lao Cai Province Attractions

It isn't hard to find fun things to do in Lao Cai Province. Familiarize yourself with the local history and check out the top tourist attractions in this delightful city. Work out your to-do list now so you're ready to go once you arrive.

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Cat Cat Village, Moana, Fansipan Cable Car, Alpine Coaster - Sapa

Cat Cat Village, Moana, Fansipan Cable Car, Alpine Coaster - Sapa

Activity duration is 7 hours
8.8 out of 10 with 6 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is $87 per adult
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Sapa Motorbike Tour: O Quy HO Pass, Waterfall, Cat Cat Village

Sapa Motorbike Tour: O Quy HO Pass, Waterfall, Cat Cat Village

Activity duration is 4 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
Free cancellation available
Price is $2 per adult
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Classes & workshops

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Sapa: 2 Days Trekking & 1 Night at Authentic Local Homestay

Sapa: 2 Days Trekking & 1 Night at Authentic Local Homestay

Activity duration is 2 days
10.0 out of 10 with 17 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is $42 per adult
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Visit All Villages and Hot Spring in Sa Pa full day by car

Visit All Villages and Hot Spring in Sa Pa full day by car

Activity duration is 8 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is $150 per adult*
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Sapa: Local Exploration on a Guided Motorbike Tour

Sapa: Local Exploration on a Guided Motorbike Tour

Activity duration is 4 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 4 reviews
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Price is $55 per adult
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What to do in Lao Cai Province

Things to Do in Lao Cai Province with Kids

Lao Cai Province is a superb destination for a family vacation. Take the youngsters along and try these top family friendly experiences together:

 

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Discover the most popular places to visit in Lao Cai Province

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Sapa Lake

Explore the great outdoors at Sapa Lake and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Sa Pa. You can seek out the hiking trails in this quaint area.

Sapa Lake
Sa Pa Square

Sa Pa Square

You can learn about the history of Sa Pa with a stop at Sa Pa Square. Discover the mountain views in this quaint area.

Sa Pa Square

Sapa Market

You can enjoy retail therapy at Sapa Market during your stay in Sa Pa. Discover the mountain views in this quaint area.

Sapa Market

China-Vietnam Border Crossing

After visiting China-Vietnam Border Crossing, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Lao Cai. Amble around the area's parks or visit its monuments.

China-Vietnam Border Crossing

Sapa Catholic Church

Sapa Catholic Church is just one of the places to see in Sa Pa, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the mountain views in this quaint area.

Sapa Catholic Church

Fan Si Pan

Enjoy the mountain views and explore Fan Si Pan, a lovely green space in Sa Pa. You can seek out the hiking trails in this quaint area.

Fan Si Pan

Cable Car Station Sapa

You can take time to visit Cable Car Station Sapa during your travels to Sa Pa. Discover the mountain views in this quaint area.

Cable Car Station Sapa

Ham Rong Mountain

Enjoy the mountain views and explore Ham Rong Mountain, a lovely green space in Sa Pa. You can seek out the hiking trails in this quaint area.

Ham Rong Mountain

Muong Hoa Valley

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Muong Hoa Valley during your travels in Sa Pa. Discover the mountain views in this quaint area.

Muong Hoa Valley

 

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Popular day trips from Lao Cai Province

Aerial view of panorama landscape at the hill town in Sapa city, Vietnam with the sunny light and sunset, mountain view in the clouds

Lao Cai

Aerial panorama of Sapa, Vietnam, showcasing its vibrant town, central lake, and surrounding misty mountains. A popular travel destination.

Sa Pa

Wenshan

Wenshan

Adobe

Yen Bai

views of cat cat village, vietnam

Cat Cat Village

Infinite rice fields at Laohuzui aka Tiger Mouth in Yuanyang, China

Honghe

Mu Cang Chai Rice Terraces from above Vietnam

Mu Cang Chai

Bản Dền

Bản Dền

Frequently asked questions

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You'll barely have time to fetch your wallet out of your bag with so many wonderful free things to do:

  • Sapa Market
  • Sapa Cathedral
  • China-Vietnam Border Crossing
  • Can Cau Market