Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Lao Cai February 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Lao Cai](https://expedia.co.uk/Lao-Cai-Hotels.d6047812.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Lao Cai](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Lao-Cai.d6047812.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Lao Cai Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Lao-Cai.d6047812.Car-Hire-Guide)[Lao Cai Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Lao-Cai.d6047812.Holidays-City-Breaks) # What to do in Lao Cai ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Lao Cai Types of activities [Lao Cai travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Lao-Cai.dx6047812) ![Aerial view of panorama landscape at the hill town in Sapa city, Vietnam with the sunny light and sunset, mountain view in the clouds](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6047812/79fc6d3e-fe0d-42af-96de-604931e9f9fb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Aerial view of panorama landscape at the hill town in Sapa city, Vietnam with the sunny light and sunset, mountain view in the clouds](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6047812/79fc6d3e-fe0d-42af-96de-604931e9f9fb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Panorama, Sapa or Sa Pa, Lao Cai province, northern Vietnam, Vietnam, Southeast Asia, Asia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6047812/2393ce91-a9f4-4df2-9b3e-f2e9a4602a5c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Lao Chai, Ta Van, Sapa, Vietnam Patterns of the rice fields while trekking the Sapa Valley. #patterns #packsandaplan ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6047812/915767a2-7820-4874-a6d2-7f051f0c14d9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Victoria express takes you from Hanoi to SaPa](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6047812/4e90b0fa-b8cd-4c27-ab12-cda8dc505fd7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Lao Cai Attractions Let Expedia help you to experience the best that Lao Cai has to offer! If you’re planning a trip to Lao Cai, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling to Lao Cai with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes. #### Places of interest in Lao Cai Lao Cai is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in Lao Cai, and make it a breeze to explore Lao Cai and the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Lao Cai to make sure that you enjoy your holiday to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind. If you’re planning a visit to Lao Cai, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? 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![Discover SAPA in 4 Days By Train](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/364834/de822373-d071-46ea-8383-3a89a040fb90.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Discover SAPA in 4 Days By Train 3d 0/10 1 verified review £179 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/discover-sapa-in-4-days-by-train.a364834.activity-details?&rid=6047812&location=Lao+Cai&swp=off) ![Sapa 2 Days 1 Night From Hanoi - Overnight in Ta Van Village](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2156150/16e920ab-2cc6-4bd2-aceb-e0390f02698a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Sapa 2 Days 1 Night From Hanoi - Overnight in Ta Van Village 2d 9.4/10 104 Viator reviews Free cancellation available £43 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/sapa-2-days-1-night-from-hanoi-overnight-in-ta-van-village.a2156150.activity-details?&rid=6047812&location=Lao+Cai&swp=off) ![From Hanoi: 2-Day Sapa Limo Bus Tour & Fansipan Peak 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[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-tour-experience-from-sapa-town-to-cat-cat-village.a46246788.activity-details?&rid=6047812&location=Lao+Cai&swp=off) ![2 Day 1 Night Trek](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2084169/726e4292-b2f3-4114-b090-cdbfb20bc8e1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 2 Day 1 Night Trek 2d 10/10 3 Viator reviews Free cancellation available £88 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/2-day-1-night-trek.a2084169.activity-details?&rid=6047812&location=Lao+Cai&swp=off) ![3 Day 2 Night Trek](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2084190/f17495fa-100d-4a1f-ab5f-9d5612ba9d0c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 3 Day 2 Night Trek 3d 10/10 2 Viator reviews Free cancellation available £140 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/3-day-2-night-trek.a2084190.activity-details?&rid=6047812&location=Lao+Cai&swp=off) ![Private Full Day Tour in Sapa by Car](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48609515/bee2a7e0-6598-4d3b-baf5-8f51da519e04.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Full Day Tour in Sapa by Car 8h 9.8/10 16 Viator reviews Free cancellation available £103 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-full-day-tour-in-sapa-by-car.a48609515.activity-details?&rid=6047812&location=Lao+Cai&swp=off) ![Sapa Herbal Incense Making Workshop in Ta Van Village Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50217179/c49186c6-59fc-4e6d-8ac0-de2df8ac131c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Sapa Herbal Incense Making Workshop in Ta Van Village Tour 4h Free cancellation available £52 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/sapa-herbal-incense-making-workshop-in-ta-van-village-tour.a50217179.activity-details?&rid=6047812&location=Lao+Cai&swp=off) ![Sapa Fansipan Mountain Tour With Cable Car & Muong Hoa Funicular](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50860673/6ca65fcf-645b-4dd9-8d81-a25d77db8e71.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Sapa Fansipan Mountain Tour With Cable Car & Muong Hoa Funicular 8h Free cancellation available £93 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/sapa-fansipan-mountain-tour-with-cable-car-muong-hoa-funicular.a50860673.activity-details?&rid=6047812&location=Lao+Cai&swp=off) ![Sapa Trek 2days/1night -HOTEL 5 STAR-From Hanoi by Limousine Van](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2978113/7e5047c4-2e88-4f2f-8feb-883b6557ed2b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Sapa Trek 2days/1night -HOTEL 5 STAR-From Hanoi by Limousine Van 2d 7/10 2 Viator reviews Free cancellation available £162 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/from-hanoi-2-day-sapa-cultura-exchange-tour-with-homestay.a2978113.activity-details?&rid=6047812&location=Lao+Cai&swp=off) ![Sapa: Private Tour with Guide to Fansipan Summit by Cable Car](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50714736/215311d0-74da-40b3-b49d-f54d6318f1d0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Sapa: Private Tour with Guide to Fansipan Summit by Cable Car 4h Free cancellation available £103 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/sapa-private-tour-with-guide-to-fansipan-summit-by-cable-car.a50714736.activity-details?&rid=6047812&location=Lao+Cai&swp=off) ![Private Car Trip to Cat Cat, Alpine Coaster and Moana 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[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/sapa-cooking-class-private-tour-with-ethnic-minorities-chef.a50217308.activity-details?&rid=6047812&location=Lao+Cai&swp=off) ### Cruises & boat tours [See all 12 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=6047812&location=Lao+Cai&filter.categories=CruisesBoatTours) ![Sapa: Local Exploration on a Guided Motorbike Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48229637/2c62cd7c-2b1c-4fe8-9b81-b1e52ab997c4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Sapa: Local Exploration on a Guided Motorbike Tour 4h+ 10/10 4 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available £41 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/motorbike-tour-explore-the-local-way-in-sapa.a48229637.activity-details?&rid=6047812&location=Lao+Cai&swp=off) ![Explore Sapa: 2D1N Trekking & Hmong Culture With Dinh](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50761140/efb54971-8ea2-4326-b99c-c7f774d22c35.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Explore Sapa: 2D1N Trekking & Hmong Culture With Dinh 2d Free cancellation available £37 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/explore-sapa-2d1n-trekking-hmong-culture-with-dinh.a50761140.activity-details?&rid=6047812&location=Lao+Cai&swp=off) ![Trekking SaPa 2-Day Local Adventure with Homestay & Guide](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50763107/be408b49-3f9f-4d5e-b1db-9fb3fa31fc0f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Trekking SaPa 2-Day Local Adventure with Homestay & Guide 2d Free cancellation available £59 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/trekking-sapa-2-day-local-adventure-with-homestay-guide.a50763107.activity-details?&rid=6047812&location=Lao+Cai&swp=off) ![Ha Giang loop 4 days – 3 nights by motorbike](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50028611/6746d5bb-232d-48d4-835c-3f3126dadb9d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Ha Giang 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available £154 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/can-cau-saturday-market-full-day-tour-from-sapa.a530042.activity-details?&rid=6047812&location=Lao+Cai&swp=off) ![2 days and 1 night HIKE with a Francophone Guide in Sa Pa](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51265506/21150f07-98e7-4047-94df-bd9a780fb411.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 2 days and 1 night HIKE with a Francophone Guide in Sa Pa 2d Free cancellation available £51 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/2-days-and-1-night-hike-with-a-francophone-guide-in-sa-pa.a51265506.activity-details?&rid=6047812&location=Lao+Cai&swp=off) ![Coc Ly Tuesday Market Full-day Tour from Sapa](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/530574/ce869114-4bcc-418c-aa39-f7f6229db06d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Coc Ly Tuesday Market Full-day Tour from Sapa 8h Free cancellation available £132 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/coc-ly-tuesday-market-full-day-tour-from-sapa.a530574.activity-details?&rid=6047812&location=Lao+Cai&swp=off) ![Lung Khau Nhin Market Full Day Tour from Sapa](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/530583/14ea7a68-7fdd-40ea-9a2a-b7567255cd03.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Lung Khau Nhin Market Full Day Tour from Sapa 6h 30m Free cancellation available £132 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/lung-khau-nhin-market-full-day-tour-from-sapa.a530583.activity-details?&rid=6047812&location=Lao+Cai&swp=off) ![Bac Ha Market Full Day Tour from Sapa](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/530044/8e0161af-89e4-49d0-9cae-a190dffa8475.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Bac Ha Market Full Day Tour from Sapa 8h 30m Free cancellation available £132 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/bac-ha-market-full-day-tour-from-sapa.a530044.activity-details?&rid=6047812&location=Lao+Cai&swp=off) ### Classes & workshops [See all 10 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=6047812&location=Lao+Cai&filter.categories=ClassesWorkshops) ![Pho Noodle Soup Cooking Class](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50884646/08aaeb0d-46fd-4431-aa27-0335915f0f51.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Pho Noodle Soup Cooking Class 2h Free cancellation available £22 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/pho-noodle-soup-cooking-class.a50884646.activity-details?&rid=6047812&location=Lao+Cai&swp=off) ![Make Fresh Spring Rolls Hands-On Class in 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[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/bac-ha-sunday-market-tour-2-days-and-1-night.a49584574.activity-details?&rid=6047812&location=Lao+Cai&swp=off) ![Private Car Trip to Cat Cat, Alpine Coaster and Moana Café](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49995900/78855791-fef4-4ee9-88f2-d5df77f429d0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Car Trip to Cat Cat, Alpine Coaster and Moana Café 4h Free cancellation available £66 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-car-trip-to-cat-cat-alpine-coaster-and-moana-cafe.a49995900.activity-details?&rid=6047812&location=Lao+Cai&swp=off) ![Private Half-Day Tour of Villages, Terrace Rice Fields by Car](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49598203/62294f28-77f5-4731-a682-fa2b391cb635.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Half-Day Tour of Villages, Terrace Rice Fields by Car 4h 10/10 1 Viator review Free cancellation available 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10/10 1 Viator review Free cancellation available £92 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/silver-waterfall-haven-gate-and-glass-bridge-by-private-car.a49592426.activity-details?&rid=6047812&location=Lao+Cai&swp=off) ![A Glimpse Of Sapa Jeep Tour Off the Beaten Path 4,5 Hours](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47646216/cda3f4d7-efaf-45b2-ad22-2576fa0b82dd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### A Glimpse Of Sapa Jeep Tour Off the Beaten Path 4,5 Hours 4h 30m 10/10 2 Viator reviews Free cancellation available £58 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/4-hour-sapa-jeep-tour-in-rural-village-and-terrace-rice-paddies.a47646216.activity-details?&rid=6047812&location=Lao+Cai&swp=off) ![6-Day Adventure: Explore Northern Vietnam's Hidden 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------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Vietnam: O Quy Ho Heaven Gate and O Quy Ho Fairy Valley](/things-to-do/vietnam-o-quy-ho-heaven-gate-and-o-quy-ho-fairy-valley.a50463824.activity-details): £3 | | Top 5 things to do | [Luxury Bus Hanoi to Sapa & Sapa to Hanoi - All-inclusive](/things-to-do/luxury-bus-hanoi-to-sapa-sapa-to-hanoi-all-inclusive.a48798765.activity-details)[Sa Pa Full Day Trekking Tour](/things-to-do/sa-pa-full-day-trekking-tour.a46461479.activity-details)[Cat Cat Village, Moana, Fansipan Cable Car, Alpine Coaster - Sapa](/things-to-do/cat-cat-village-moana-fansipan-cable-car-alpine-coaster-sapa.a50925606.activity-details)[Vietnam: O Quy Ho Heaven Gate and O Quy Ho Fairy Valley](/things-to-do/vietnam-o-quy-ho-heaven-gate-and-o-quy-ho-fairy-valley.a50463824.activity-details)[Sa Pa: 2-Day Trekking Trip with Ethnic Minority Homestay](/things-to-do/sa-pa-2-day-trek-and-ethnic-minority-village-homestay.a44516201.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | [Rong May Glass Bottom Bridge Ticket + Lift \| Games Optional](/things-to-do/rong-may-glass-bridge-ticket-iconic-skywalk-in-sapa-vietnam.a50482222.activity-details)[Half Day Cat Cat Village Tour Guided from Sapa](/things-to-do/half-day-cat-cat-village-tour-guided-from-sapa.a50051335.activity-details)[Indigo Dyeing Workshop in Sapa with H’Mong Artisans](/things-to-do/indigo-dyeing-workshop-in-sapa-with-hmong-artisans.a50803970.activity-details)[Make Fresh Spring Rolls Hands-On Class in Sapa](/things-to-do/make-fresh-spring-rolls-hands-on-class-in-sapa.a50809236.activity-details)[Craft Tofu in Sa Pa: A Journey into Vietnamese Cuisine](/things-to-do/homemade-tofu-making-workshop-in-sapa.a49711732.activity-details) | | With kids | [Luxury Bus Hanoi to Sapa & Sapa to Hanoi - All-inclusive](/things-to-do/luxury-bus-hanoi-to-sapa-sapa-to-hanoi-all-inclusive.a48798765.activity-details)[Sa Pa Full Day Trekking Tour](/things-to-do/sa-pa-full-day-trekking-tour.a46461479.activity-details)[Cat Cat Village, Moana, Fansipan Cable Car, Alpine Coaster - Sapa](/things-to-do/cat-cat-village-moana-fansipan-cable-car-alpine-coaster-sapa.a50925606.activity-details)[Vietnam: O Quy Ho Heaven Gate and O Quy Ho Fairy Valley](/things-to-do/vietnam-o-quy-ho-heaven-gate-and-o-quy-ho-fairy-valley.a50463824.activity-details)[Sa Pa: 2-Day Trekking Trip with Ethnic Minority Homestay](/things-to-do/sa-pa-2-day-trek-and-ethnic-minority-village-homestay.a44516201.activity-details) | ## What to do in Lao Cai --- ### Popular places to visit #### China-Vietnam Border Crossing After visiting China-Vietnam Border Crossing, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Lao Cai. Amble around the area's parks or visit its monuments. [](https://expedia.co.uk/China-Vietnam-Border-Crossing-Lao-Cai.d6281939.Attraction) #### Hekou Customs Site You can learn about the history of Lao Cai with a stop at Hekou Customs Site. Discover the area's countryside and mountain views. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hekou-Customs-Site-Lao-Cai.d553248621532745202.Attraction) #### Thuy Hoa Park Explore the great outdoors at Thuy Hoa Park, a lovely green space in Lao Cai. Discover the area's countryside and mountain views. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Thuy-Hoa-Park-Lao-Cai.d6281947.Attraction) #### Den Mau Temple Den Mau Temple is just one of the places to see in Lao Cai, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around the area's parks or visit its monuments. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Den-Mau-Temple-Lao-Cai.d6281941.Attraction) #### Quảng trường Tp. Lào Cai Learn about the local history of Lao Cai with a stop at Quảng trường Tp. Lào Cai. Amble around the area's parks or visit its monuments. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Quang-Truong-Tp-Lao-Cai-Lao-Cai.d974583228537044992.Attraction) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Day trip destinations from Lao Cai ![Sapa city in fog and clouds. Neighborhood of the city of Sapa, Vietnam](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6053145/55a1c1d3-e913-4543-bd55-f95089b17cae.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Sa Pa ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Lao Cai worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Lao Cai? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Lao Cai? ### Is three days enough to stay in Lao Cai? ### What are some activities to do in Lao Cai with kids? > - [Luxury Bus Hanoi to Sapa & Sapa to Hanoi - All-inclusive](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/luxury-bus-hanoi-to-sapa-sapa-to-hanoi-all-inclusive.a48798765.activity-details) > - [Sa Pa Full Day Trekking Tour](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/sa-pa-full-day-trekking-tour.a46461479.activity-details) > - [Cat Cat Village, Moana, Fansipan Cable Car, Alpine Coaster - Sapa](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/cat-cat-village-moana-fansipan-cable-car-alpine-coaster-sapa.a50925606.activity-details) > - [Vietnam: O Quy Ho Heaven Gate and O Quy Ho Fairy Valley](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/vietnam-o-quy-ho-heaven-gate-and-o-quy-ho-fairy-valley.a50463824.activity-details) > - [Sa Pa: 2-Day Trekking Trip with Ethnic Minority Homestay](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/sa-pa-2-day-trek-and-ethnic-minority-village-homestay.a44516201.activity-details) ### What to do in Lao Cai for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Lao Cai? ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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