The North of Vietnam is famous for adventurers for the spectacular mountainous areas. Let's name some awesome ones and put in your shortlist!

1. Bac Son

Bac Son Valley is located in Lang Son province, a less-known destination in the North of Vietnam. The way from Hanoi to Bac Son is not hard, which seems to be a favorable condition to spend 2 days there. As a new place for travelers, Bac Son still keeps its primitive beauty with the simple life of the countryside, the dirt trails and the most famous, the beautiful view from the summit of Na Lay mountain.

Currently, the homestays here are also available for you. It’s really a good way to interact with local people and learn about their life. The hosts of all homestay are hospitable and friendly. 

2. Sapa

Sapa, without doubt, is the most famous one once saying about Vietnam. Highlighted with the stunning terraced rice fields, the friendly local people and their unique culture, Sapa is always one of not-to-be-missed destination for those who love nature. For photographers, don’t miss the landscape of terraced rice fields in the harvest season (September is at the best).

If you want more experience, a night staying at homestay of local people at Ta Van village is a perfect choice: you can have meals with them, live their daily life, join their everyday works and learn more about their tradition. Sapa is really an ideal place to escape from pressure and immerse yourself in a poetic scenery.

3. Mai Chau

Located about 160km from Hanoi, Mai Chau is famous with the immense green fields and the scenic routes for trekking, biking, and ecotourism. With the simple and peaceful villages, Mai Chau is worth to spend at least 2 days to experience. The most famous village in Mai Chau is Pom Coong Village where the staying condition is good, less crowded and noisy.

If you want to try something new here, just pack your bag and drive 20km to Buoc Village where you hear and see nothing relating to modern life. Buoc Village is now not a much-mentioned destination in Mai Chau but its authenticity of the countryside area is really awesome. For a good stay and eco-tourism experience, consider Mai Chau Ecohome - a good homestay with a lot of activities and next to the local houses, which offers you a chance to see the local life.

Ha Giang

If you are a motorbike-riding lover, Ha Giang should be put in the top of your shortlist. Ha Giang is quite far from Hanoi but it’s famous for the breathtaking passes and beautiful natural attractions like Fairy Mountain, Meo Vac and the ancient town of Dong Van, etc …

However, for Western foreigners, the staying condition is still standard, so just adapt to it. Don’t make it a serious problem in your trip. In some ways, it could be a new experience for your interesting adventure. Come to Ha Giang and feel!