If your visit includes a Sunday, consider a day trip from Sapa to the vibrant Bac Ha Sunday Market. Located about 2.5-3 hours drive from Sapa, this is one of the largest and most colourful ethnic markets in Vietnam. Different minority groups, especially the Flower H'mong (known for their brightly coloured traditional clothing), gather here to trade livestock, handicrafts, household goods, food, and potent corn wine.

Visiting Bac Ha Market is an incredible cultural spectacle and a photographer's dream. It's a bustling, authentic market experience where you can observe local life, sample regional snacks, and purchase unique souvenirs. Joining a Sapa market tour makes transportation easier.