Visiting Black Hmong, Giay, and Red Dao Villages – Cultural Encounters in Sapa

Step off the beaten path and into the living world of Sapa’s ethnic communities. Visiting the Black Hmong, Giay, and Red Dao villages offers a rare glimpse into three distinct cultures — from the handwoven hemp clothes of the Hmong, the colorful scarves of Red Dao women, to the stilt homes and hospitality of the Giay.

Along the way, you’ll join hands-on activities like rice planting, herbal medicine preparation, natural dyeing, and traditional embroidery. Each village shares stories, flavors, and perspectives unique to its heritage — a rich, immersive journey beyond the surface.