Situated about 23 kilometers from the center of Bac Ha Commune (Lao Cai), Lien Village became a sensation after serving as the backdrop for a newly launched television show chronicling the experiences of Vietnamese celebrities living alongside local villagers.

Though only a few episodes have aired, the program’s sincere and beautifully shot portrayal of rural life and the warmth of the villagers has resonated deeply with viewers.

Many urban travelers are now heading to the village to breathe in fresh mountain air, unwind, and escape the fast pace of city life.

In Lien Village, numerous Tay ethnic families now offer traditional homestay accommodations. These wooden stilt houses typically follow a three- or five-bay layout with two side wings.

The homes feature four distinct roof segments – two main and two gabled – reflecting both architectural charm and cultural significance.

One standout is the homestay run by Vang Thi Thong and her husband Lam A Ha.

Thong became a social media favorite after her appearance on the show, capturing hearts with her cheerful, hardworking personality and her dedication to developing community-based tourism.

Following the broadcast, many travelers reached out to book her homestay to experience authentic rural life firsthand.

Thong shared that her Facebook, Zalo, and TikTok accounts have recently received hundreds of booking requests.

Her homestay is currently fully booked through the end of July (with just a few days closed for cleaning), and only limited dates remain available in August and September.

“For those planning to visit in July or August, you can book other homestays in our community tourism network. If you’d like to stay at my place, please wait until September, October, or next year. Thank you so much,” she posted on her personal page.

Thong’s homestay includes a communal stilt house accommodating up to 20 guests and a cozy bungalow for groups of 4–5.

Besides Lien Village Pine Homestay, travelers can also book with other families such as Vang Thi Can and Lam A Nang (Lien Village Forest Homestay), or Vang Thi Binh and Vang Huong (Huong Hoan Homestay).

Vang Huong shared that his homestay includes six communal rooms and can host up to 12 guests.

During their stay, visitors can explore scenic landscapes and join locals in daily activities like rice planting, plowing, and tea harvesting.

A highlight of the Lien Village homestay experience is enjoying meals made from forest-sourced ingredients such as bamboo shoots, mushrooms, wild greens, and meats like hill chicken, horse, and stream fish.

Visitors to Bac Ha can also explore nearby attractions like Hoang A Tuong Palace, Bac Ha market, Bac Ha Temple, and Trung Do Temple. Local dishes not to miss include men men (steamed cornmeal), sour pho, khau nhuc (braised pork belly), and thang co (ethnic-style stew).