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Arguably one of the most beautiful places in Indochina, northwest Vietnam offers the more adventurous traveler an authentic taste of traditional hill tribe life.

The majestic mountains rise dramatically from the fertile plains and numerous rivers and streams provide ideal conditions for the terraced paddy fields to thrive.

Visit a local market

Woven into this dramatic landscape are the simple houses of the ethnic minorities who continue to live a lifestyle that has remained unchanged for centuries. If possible we will time your trip to coincide with one of the bustling weekly markets that take place in the villages dotted among the surrounding hills. These markets are an undisputable highlight and many colorful ethnic minorities come down from their settlements to trade.

Whilst pockets of the northwest have already been discovered, for the more determined traveler who is prepared to venture off the beaten track the rewards are immense.

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Places to visit in Northwest Vietnam

Featuring heavily on our experiences of visiting Northwest Vietnam, these selected places are destinations that also prove consistently popular with our travelers. Our specialists can help you choose how to include them in your wider trip, based on your preferences.

Suggested itineraries featuring Northwest Vietnam

Our itineraries will give you suggestions for what is possible when you travel in Northwest Vietnam, and they showcase routes we know work particularly well. Treat them as inspiration, because your trip will be created uniquely by one of our specialists.

Map of Northwest Vietnam

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    Places in and around Northwest Vietnam

    Accommodation choices for Northwest Vietnam

    We've selected a range of accommodation options for when you visit Northwest Vietnam. Our choices usually come recommended for their character, facilities and service or location. Our specialists always aim to suggest properties that match your preferences.

    • Topas Ecolodge, Sapa
      Responsible Choice

      Topas Ecolodge

      Sapa & the Tonkinese Alps
      Medium
    • Suite at Mai Chau Ecolodge, Mai Chau, northern Vietnam
      Responsible Choice

      Mai Chau Ecolodge

      Mai Chau
      Medium
    • Senna Hilltop Pool Villa, Avana Retreat
      Responsible Choice

      Avana Retreat

      Mai Chau
      First Class