Tag ethnic travel

8 Aug

Threads of the highlands: Dao, Thai & Hmong Cultures (Da Bac, Van Ho, Mai Chau)

This 4-day journey takes you deep into the mountains, from the Dao Tien village of Sưng to the Thai community of Phu Mau and the Hmong haven of Hang Kia. Along the way, immerse yourself in hands-on workshops – from beeswax painting and dó paper making to traditional embroidery and sticky rice cake pounding. Walk forest trails to hidden streams, soak in natural hot springs, and share meals in warm, welcoming homestays. Each day reveals a new landscape, a new tradition, and a deeper connection to the rich heritage of Vietnam’s highlands.

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25 Jul

Craft, Trek & Lake: 2 Days with Dao Tien and Muong Communities

Day 1: Hanoi – Sung Village (L,D) 08h00:  The car driver will pick you up from your hotel. After 3,5 hours driving through the picturesque countryside, you will arrive at Sung Village, Cao Son commune home to the Dzao Tien minority people. There are around 78 households and about 400 residents in the village and they live on […]

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12 Jun

Sung village’s new private guest room models: Inspiration for community-based tourism development

Over the last one year, Action on CBT has been working on a pilot project in Sung village, Da Bac district to diversify local accommodation options. For more than seven years, the village has welcomed guests through three traditional communal stilt houses. However, traveler demand is changing. More visitors now seek privacy and modern comfort […]

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12 Jun

Learning from Sung CBT: A Study Visit to Inspire community-based tourism in Phu Mau village, Van Ho district

Last week, Action on CBT had the pleasure of hosting a two-day learning trip for 30 members of the Phu Mau community-based tourism group to Sưng village, Da Bac district. The visit aimed to share practical knowledge and inspire new approaches in developing sustainable, community-led tourism. The trip focused on two key areas: 1. Improving […]

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