Lao Cai Province Travel Guide

Vietnam

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.
Terraced rice fields in a hilly landscape.
Terraced rice fields, a person with a basket, and a small house on a hillside.
A mountainous landscape with a village nestled among the hills, surrounded by clouds.
Terraced rice fields, a small house, and dense greenery.

Popular cities in Lao Cai Province

Aerial panorama of Sapa, Vietnam, showcasing its vibrant town, central lake, and surrounding misty mountains. A popular travel destination.
Sa Pa
Known for Mountains, Hiking and Small town
Explore quaint Sa Pa: its hiking, mountain views, adventures and more!

Reasons to visit

  • Sapa Lake
  • Sa Pa Square
Mu Cang Chai Rice Terraces from above Vietnam
Mu Cang Chai
Explore attractions like Mu Cang Chai Dinosaur Spine and Horseshoe Rim as you discover things to see and do in Mu Cang Chai.
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
Known for Natural parks, Monuments and Historical
Escape to Lao Cai! Enjoy its parks, monuments and history.
Adobe
Yen Bai
Check out Thác Bà Hydroelectric Power Plant—just one of the sights to explore around Yen Bai.
Bac Ha
Bac Ha
Known for Friendly people, Shopping and Dining
Escape to Bac Ha! Enjoy its dining, monuments and history.
Van Chan
Van Chan
Enjoy access to sights and activities in the surrounding area during your stay in Van Chan.