Discover Ha Giang Cao Bang and Ba Be Lake A 5 Days Midweek Escape

Duration5 days

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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesEnglish

Group sizeUp to 50 travelers

Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Embark on an unforgettable adventure through Vietnam’s most captivating landscapes and cultural highlights. Traverse the awe-inspiring Karst Plateau, where you’ll marvel at dramatic scenery like the legendary Ma Pi Leng Pass and the country’s deepest gorge.

Engage with the vibrant heritage of ethnic groups such as the H’Mong, Dzao, Lo Lo, and Tay. Stand at the iconic Lung Cu flagpole—the northernmost point of Vietnam—for sweeping views across the region.

Experience the powerful beauty of Ban Gioc Waterfall, one of the world’s largest transnational falls, and uncover the history and charm of the Pac Bo site. Then, relax at Ba Be Lake, a vast natural freshwater lake offering a tranquil escape. Along the way, savor authentic local dishes that enrich every step of your cultural journey.

Options

Deluxe

3* hotel, private room : 2 nights in hotel 3* + 1 night in hotel 1-2* + 1 night with private room in Homestay

Pickup included

Standard

1-2 star hotel and homestay: 3 night 1-2* hotel+ 1 night in dorm at homestay
Pickup included

What's included

02 nights in 2-star, 01 night in standard hotel, 01 night in homestay. 02 persons in a room.
1 bottle of water is served everyday during the time traveling by car
Lunch
Dinner
Entrance ticket fee
Breakfast
English speaking tour guide
Tips for driver and tour guide, at least $5/person per day
A/C transport by 16seat modern car

VAT invoice, travel insurance
Additional fee if there is any change in ticket prices
Beverages for meals and other personal expense.

What to expect

Day 1: HÀ NỘI - HÀ GIANG - QUẢN BẠ - YÊN MINH

Hanoi Old Quarter Vietnam
Pass by

Content: Pick up at Hanoi Opera House. Start journey to Hà Giang. Breakfast on the way.
Tan Yen
2h

Content: Stop for lunch before continuing beside the Lô River.
Ha Giang
1h

Arrive at the "0th km" milestone. Photo break.
Quan Ba Heaven Gate
1h 30m · Admission ticket included

Enjoy the view of Cô Tiên Mountain and Tam Sơn Town. See Buckwheat Flower Fields (Sep-Dec).
Yen Minh
Pass by

Check-in hotel, dinner, overnight stay.

Day 2: YÊN MINH - ĐỒNG VĂN - MÈO VẠC - BẢO LẠC

1h

Visit H’Mông houses with rock fences. Seasonal Peach & Plum Blossoms.
1h

Visit Story of Pao film site and Buckwheat Flower Fields.
Sa Phin
1h

Explore the ancient Vương Family Palace.
Lung Cu Flag Tower
1h 30m · Admission ticket included

Visit Vietnam’s northernmost point.
1h 30m

Stroll the ancient streets. Coffee at Café Phố Cổ (optional).
Ma Pi Leng Pass
1h 30m

Enjoy the stunning mountain views along the “Happy Road.”
Bao Lac
Pass by

Check-in, dinner, overnight stay.

Day 3: ẢO LẠC - BẢN GIỐC WATERFALL - NGƯỜM NGAO CAVE - CAO BẰNG

Cao Bang
1h 30m

Enjoy scenic drive towards Cao Bằng.
Quang Uyen
2h

Lunch stop before reaching Bản Giốc Waterfall.
Ban Gioc Waterfall - Detian Falls
2h · Admission ticket included

Explore Vietnam’s most beautiful waterfall.
Nguom Ngao Cave
1h 30m · Admission ticket included

Discover impressive stalactite formations.
Phuc Sen Forging Village
1h · Admission ticket included

Observe Nùng artisans crafting knives.
Cao Bang
Pass by

Check-in, dinner, overnight stay.

Day 4: CAO BẰNG - PÁC BÓ - BA BỂ LAKE

2h

Visit Lenin Stream, Karl Marx Mountain, Cốc Bó Cave.
3.8 days

Lunch break with panoramic views.
2h

Check-in homestay, relax by Ba Bể Lake.
Ba Be
1h 30m

Cultural music and dance performance.

Day 5: BA BỂ LAKE - HÀ NỘI

Pac Bo
2h

Boat trip to explore Ba Bể Lake.
1h

Visit the legendary Tien pond surrounded by limestone mountains.
1h · Admission ticket included

Historical temple of the Mạc family.
1h

Optional swim (30 min) in Ba Goa Islet
Cho Ra
2h

Lunch stop before returning to Hanoi.
Hanoi
Pass by

Arrive back, end of tour.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

Opposite the Opera House, at the intersection of Hai Ba Trung Street and Le Thanh Tong Street. Our guide will be waiting for you at your hotel and wearing T-shirt with our logo.

Additional information

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
We can accommodate dietary restrictions such as vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, etc. If you have dietary requirements, please indicate them when booking.

Cancellation policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.