Sin Chai village offers a wild, rustic setting with terraced fields stretching out and the towering mountains and peaceful villages nestled on the hill. So, Sin Chai village attracts a large number of tourists to experience a true traditional culture and visit spectacular landscapes. 

Sin Chai Village Overview

Sin Chai village is about 3 km west of the Sapa town center, 37 km southwest of Lao Cai city and 320 km northwest of Hanoi capital, located in San Sa Ha commune, Sapa town, Sapa district, Lao Cai province. 

This village brings many wonderful beauties, and I admire the wonderful painting of rice paddles, waterfalls. Exploring the Sin Chai village, you can spend time learning how to weave or dye fabric. Besides, the local people lead you on a locally constructed trail to explain the name and functions of the local flora. 

Don't forget to join outdoor activities such as planting trees, sport activities. 

There are many Red Dao people in Sin Chai village, wearing embroidered garments with silver jewelry and huge turbans. Strolling around the Sin Chai village, you are accompanied by local children. They can speak fluent English. So, you can communicate easily. 

The best time to visit to Sin Chai village

You can come to Sin Chai village anytime in the year. Each season has a distinctive beauty. To enjoy Sin Chai village,  you should visit at the tim:

• From March to May: The village is covered by the fresh green color of terraced fields. Tourists can feel the fresh, cool atmosphere and wild flowers bloom, creating a romantic scene. Besides, you can enjoy the festival that H'Mong people organize.

• From September to October:  Admire the golden color of ripe rice. Sin Chai village is covered in gold . The weather is pleasant, sunny. So, you can trek and sightsee. 
• From December to January: This time in Sin Chai village is cold. Fortunately, you can see snowfall. Remember to visit the highland markets, feeling the cultural experience of local people. 

How to get to Sin Chai village?

Sin Chai is located on the roof of Fansipan Mountain– the highest peak of Indochina, near Sapa town. The distance from Hanoi to Sapa is long. Therefore, tourists can choose to travel by motorbike, bus, train or  private car. 

Depending on your budget, you should choose the suit vehicle. We highly recommend you should transfer by private car.  With a long distance and bumpy road, renting a private car from Hanoi to Sapa with a driver is the best choice for you. The driver will pick you up at the hotel/Hanoi's airport to go straight to Sin Chai village. 

What to do in Sin Chai Village?

Admire the pristine and peaceful beauty

Sin Chai village has fresh air with the smell of grass and trees, and kitchen smoke. Surrounded by Hoang Lien Son mountain range, this village offers rustic and peaceful scenery. 

Besides, you can walk on the village roads, admire the traditional houses, try outdoor activities of local people such as farming, working, raising livestock... 

Admire the terraced fields at Sin Chai 

Visiting the village, you can admire the terraced fields winding around the hillsides. From April to May, the rice fields reflect the sunlight, sparkling like silver. From September to October, this is ripe rice season, the village covered by a brilliant yellow coat of terraced fields. 

Although you come to Sin Chai village any time,  the terraced fields in Sin Chai has private beauty. Walking around on the trail of rice fields, feeling the peaceful freshness, helping you dispel all worries. 

Exploring the life of ethnic communities. 

Sin Chai village is a place that live of H'Mong people. Travelling to this village, you can discover of unique cultural space of the H’Mong people here. Wearing the colorful brocade costumes, discover the simple wooden stilt houses and listen to the sound of the flute echoing.... All things create a peaceful and cozy scenery. 

Trekking a long trail

Exploring the trail by trekking to explore the wild beauty of mountains and forests. Admire the winding road through the lush green terraced fields, bringing you closer to nature. 

Where to stay in Sin Chai village

KK Sapa Hotel.

• Address:  25 Violet, Sa Pa Town, Sa Pa, Lao Cai.
• Fanpage: https://www.facebook.com/KKSapahotel/
• Hotline: 091 288 70 81

DeLtaSol Phat Linh Sapa. 

• Address: 16 Muong Hoa Street, Sa Pa Town, Sa Pa, Lao Cai.
• Fanpage: https://www.facebook.com/DelasolPhatLinhSapa
• Hotline: 081 933 9229

Pao’s Sapa Leisure Hotel. 

• Address: Muong Hoa, Sa Pa Town, Sa Pa, Lao Cai.
• Fanpage: https://www.facebook.com/paoshotel/
• Hotine: 0214 6253 999

Sapa Jade Hill Resort and Spa. 

• Address: Luxury resort, Ng. Cau May, Group 3, Sa Pa, Lao Cai.
• Fanpage: https://www.facebook.com/SapaJadeHillResort
• Hotline: 098 106 62 66

Topas Ecolodge. 

• Address: Thanh Kim, Sa Pa, Lao Cai.
• Website: https://topasecolodge.com/
• Hotline: +84 (0) 962011165

Sin Chai village attracts several tourists with its stunning natural scenery and interesting activities. Travelers can learn more about Vietnam ethnic communities' culture, and admire the peaceful and pristine scenery in the north. If you need a car with a driver in Sapa, contact us.