Detailed Self-Guided Travel Itinerary For Tà Xùa For 2 Days And 1 Night From A To Z.

If you are looking for a schedule that combines cloud hunting and checking in at the most beautiful spots in Tà Xùa without needing to move around too much, then the 2-day, 1-night itinerary below will be very suitable. The attractions are arranged along the same route to save time and costs.

Reference costs

Total costs are approximately 1,500,000 – 2,000,000 VND/person, including:

• Bus from Hanoi – Tà Xùa: 600,000 – 700,000 VND/round trip.
• Homestay: 200,000 – 500,000 VND/person/night.
• Food and drink: 150,000 – 250,000 VND/meal.
• Motorbike rental: 150,000 – 200,000 VND/day (if needed).
• Coffee, entrance tickets, and other expenses: about 200,000 – 300,000 VND.

Tip: If it's your first time, you should book a combo of bus + homestay to get transfer support and it usually saves costs compared to booking separately. If you need to book, please contact Cáo for assistance.

Day 0: Hanoi – Tà Xùa

10:00 PM

Board the sleeper bus from Hanoi to Tà Xùa.

Around 3:00 AM

Arrive at the bus company's office in Tà Xùa, rest, freshen up, and rent a motorbike (if traveling independently).

Note

• It is advisable to wear comfortable clothes when taking the night bus.
• Prepare an additional light jacket as it can be quite cold on the bus and early in the morning in Tà Xùa.

Day 1: Explore Tà Xùa
06:00 AM – Breakfast

You can enjoy breakfast at:

• Thào Cafe
• Ngày Nào Đó Cafe

These are both cafes with beautiful views, suitable for admiring the mountains and sipping coffee before starting your journey.

07:30 AM – Check-in at the most beautiful spots in Tà Xùa

The locations are quite close to each other, making it very convenient for sightseeing:

• Lán Cô Đơn
• Thảo nguyên Tà Xùa
• Cây Cô Đơn
• Mỏm Cá Heo

These are all famous coordinates with majestic mountain scenery and many photo opportunities.

Suggested outfit

It is advisable to wear white, cream, or beige colors to stand out against the green of the mountains and forests.

11:30 AM – Lunch

You can choose:

• Bếp Củi
• Quán Thào Cô Đơn

These are both well-known restaurants with beautiful views and local dishes.

12:30 PM – Check into the homestay
Check-in.
Rest.
Prepare for the afternoon itinerary.

2:00 PM – 4:30 PM: Explore Xím Vàng

Move to:

• Xím Vàng
• Thác Xím Vàng

This area is still quite pristine with winding roads through the mountains and forests.

Note

It is advisable to wear sports shoes or sandals with good grip.
There are some sections that require walking and the roads are quite steep.
5:00 PM – Watch the sunset

Some of the best sunset viewing spots in Tà Xùa:

• Đỉnh Gió
• Panorama
• Hiên Cafe

Around 5:00 PM is the best time for taking photos and videos.

7:00 PM – Dinner

Dinner at:

Cánh Cam

After dinner, you can enjoy acoustic performances or sit and relax with coffee.

Evening

The atmosphere in Tà Xùa can be quite cold, so remember to bring a jacket if sitting outside.

Day 2: Cloud hunting – Return to Hanoi
5:30 AM – 10:00 AM

Wake up early to hunt clouds at:

• Sống Lưng Khủng Long
• Cafe Sống Lưng Khủng Long

Then have breakfast and enjoy the beautiful sea of clouds scenery.

This is the best time for cloud hunting. If the sun is too strong or there is strong wind, the clouds will dissipate quickly.

10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Return to the center.
Lunch.
Check out of the homestay.
12:00 PM

Board the transfer vehicle to the bus office and return to Hanoi.

If there is still time, you can buy some local specialties as gifts.

Some tips for traveling to Tà Xùa independently

• The best time for cloud hunting is from around 5:00 AM to 7:30 AM or late afternoon.
• Monitor the weather forecast before the trip. After night rains, the next morning often has a beautiful sea of clouds.
• In the morning and evening, temperatures are quite low, so bring a jacket.
• The mountain passes have many curves, so if you are not used to it, take the bus and rent a vehicle in Tà Xùa.
• Prepare some cash as some small shops do not support bank transfers.
• It is advisable to wake up from 4:30 AM to 5:00 AM to have the opportunity to watch the sunrise and hunt for the best sea of clouds.

With this 2-day, 1-night itinerary, you can explore most of the famous spots in Tà Xùa such as Cây Cô Đơn, Mỏm Cá Heo, Thảo nguyên Tà Xùa, Xím Vàng, and Sống Lưng Khủng Long while still having enough time to rest, enjoy the cuisine, and experience the fresh air of the Northwest mountains.