48 hours of cloud hunting, rice field viewing, and chicken feasting in Y Tý.

In 48 hours in Y Tý - Lào Cai, visitors can chase fluffy white clouds in the early morning, get lost amidst a sea of golden ripe rice fields in the autumn afternoon, and then gather around a pot of fragrant black chicken in the evening. This border region is attracting tourists with its pristine beauty and rich Northwest cultural identity.

Báo Tiền Phong•15/09/2025

Located at an altitude of 2,000 meters above sea level, Y Tý is always shrouded in fog year-round. During the rice harvest season, Y Tý is adorned with a shimmering golden hue, stretching across the winding mountain slopes. In the early morning in Y Tý, thick white clouds envelop the mountains and forests, creating a magical scene like a heavenly paradise.

The road to Y Tý is now more convenient than before, best suited for high-clearance vehicles. Low-clearance vehicles can still travel, but it will be more difficult due to some sections under repair and gravel laying. From Hanoi, tourists can take a sleeper bus to Lao Cai and then rent a motorbike to explore , or drive themselves along the route: Hanoi - Lao Cai - Ban Vuoc - Muong Hum - Y Tý.

Ngai Thau is considered the most beautiful "golden balcony" in Y Ty, where terraced rice fields cling to the mountainside, undulating like waves of rice stretching to the horizon. Meanwhile, the legendary S-shaped road in A Lu enchants visitors with its shimmering golden hues stretching along the mountain slopes, becoming the most famous spot in Y Ty for cloud watching, admiring ripening rice, and taking photos.

Choan Then is the closest rice field viewing spot to the center of Y Ty commune, making it quite convenient for tourists. It's widely known as "Choan Then Park." Here, there's a large open area, highlighted by two "love trees"—a popular spot for taking Instagram-worthy photos. Staying amidst the terraced rice fields, visitors can enjoy panoramic views of the sky and golden rice paddies right from their homestay balcony. There are various accommodation options with prices ranging from 500,000 to 750,000 VND per room.

The Y Tý market, held on weekends, is a gathering place for the Ha Nhi, H'Mong, Dao, and other ethnic groups to trade agricultural products and exchange goods. Local products such as cardamom, forest honey, corn, and wild vegetables are displayed at various stalls.

Y Tý boasts a diverse culinary scene, allowing visitors to enjoy traditional meals with their hosts and learn about the unique local culture. Black chicken, a famous Y Tý specialty, is known for its firm meat and crispy skin. It can be prepared in various ways, such as grilled, in a hot pot, or boiled and served with salt and pepper, making it a must-try dish for visitors. A black chicken hot pot costs around 950,000 VND for six people, while a sturgeon hot pot costs 1.2 million VND, enough for a group of friends to enjoy a lively chat for hours.

Ngai Thau Thuong is an ideal cloud-watching spot, where mountain clouds intertwine like a white silk ribbon draped across the sky.

The moment of "touching the clouds" captivates tourists, making Y Tý the cloud-hunting paradise of Northwest Vietnam.

As the sunset casts a golden-orange hue over the sea of clouds, Y Tý emerges with a beauty that is both majestic and poetic. In the late afternoon, fluffy white clouds embrace the mountain slopes, and the brilliant sunset creates an unforgettable romantic scene for visitors.