Cao Bang: Ban Gioc Waterfall Day Tour by Motorbike or Car

5.0 (70 reviews) Cao Bang, Vietnam
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Duration9h - 10h
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesVietnamese, English
Group sizeUp to 10 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Short on time? Discover the very best of Cao Bang in one unforgettable day. Marvel at the breathtaking Ban Gioc Waterfall, explore the spectacular Nguom Ngao (Tiger) Cave, admire the unique Angel Eye Mountain, and experience authentic local life in a traditional craft village with a friendly local guide — all within the UNESCO Non Nuoc Cao Bang Global Geopark.

This tour is designed for self-riding by motorbike. To ride legally in Vietnam, you must have a valid International Driving Permit (IDP) issued under the 1968 Vienna Convention, with motorcycle category A or A1.
All self-riding guests must also sign a liability waiver before the tour begins.
Don't have the required IDP or prefer not to ride yourself? No problem! You can choose one of two alternative options. Please refer to the "What's Excluded" section for details and select the option that best suits your travel style.

Please contact the tour operator at least 24 hours before departure.

What's included

  • Free dorm bed if arriving on a night bus between 4 am and 8 am at the homestay
  • The ticket entrance follows the program
  • One 1500ml bottle of water/person
  • Bungee cords & plastic cover for your bags, basic rain gear
  • Friendly and enthusiastic local tour guide
  • Vegan/vegetarian food option for who needed
  • Lunch break at a local restaurant to enjoy the incredible cuisine of Cao Bang traditional food
  • Motorbike: Honda Wave Alpha 110cc(semi-auto) and gasoline
  • Breakfast: Enjoy specialize food such as Cao Bang Rice Paper, Duck Noodle Soup, Sour Noodle
  • Option 1: Ride with a local motorbike driver extra charge USD 25 per driver per day, payable in cash
  • Option 2: Private car. Extra charge: USD 60 per car per day, payable in cash (maximum 6 passengers)
  • Beverages
  • Tips for guides and drivers

What to expect

  1. Cao Bang
    1h
    Short on Time? Discover the Best of Cao Bang in One Day
    Discover Cao Bang in one unforgettable day: Ban Gioc Waterfall, Nguom Ngao Cave, Angel Eye Mountain and a traditional blacksmith village in the Non Nuoc Cao Bang UNESCO Global Geopark

    7:30 Meet Your Guide & Local Breakfast
    Meet your local guide and start your day with a delicious local breakfast featuring Cao Bang specialties such as Cao Bang rice rolls, roasted duck noodle soup or traditional sour pho
  2. 30m
    8:00 Scenic Drive & Ma Phuc Pass
    Travel through the UNESCO Global Geopark amid dramatic limestone peaks and rural scenery. Stop at Ma Phuc Pass, one of Cao Bang’s iconic passes, to admire its winding road and striking karst landscape
  3. 1h · Admission ticket included
    9:00 Discover Angel Eye Mountain, named for the enormous natural hole through its limestone centre. Surrounded by open grasslands, towering cliffs and a peaceful valley where horses and buffalo may graze, this unusual landscape is one of Cao Bang’s most photogenic natural wonders. Breathe in the fresh mountain air and take photos
  4. 1h · Admission ticket included
    10:30 Quay Son River & Phong Nam Valley
    Follow the emerald-green Quay Son River through Phong Nam Valley, where rice fields, traditional villages and limestone mountains create a postcard-worthy rural scene. Enjoy peaceful views of local life
  5. 30m · Admission ticket included
    11:00 Truc Lam Ban Gioc Zen Monastery
    Visit this tranquil Buddhist monastery and climb to its panoramic viewpoint for sweeping views of the mountains, green fields and Ban Gioc Waterfall
  6. Ban Gioc Waterfall - Detian Falls
    2h · Admission ticket included
    11:30 Visit the Magnificent Ban Gioc Waterfall
    Marvel at Ban Gioc Waterfall, one of Vietnam’s most spectacular natural wonders and the largest natural waterfall in Southeast Asia. Admire the cascading waters flowing over multiple limestone tiers, surrounded by lush greenery and dramatic mountains near the Vietnam–China border
    Explore the viewing areas and capture unforgettable photos. For an even closer experience, you can also choose an optional bamboo-raft ride to approach the waterfall and feel the refreshing mist
  7. 1h
    12:30 Enjoy a freshly prepared Vietnamese lunch at a local restaurant
  8. Nguom Ngao Cave
    1h 30m · Admission ticket included
    13:30 Explore Nguom Ngao (Tiger) Cave
    Step into this remarkable underground world, shaped over millions of years. Follow illuminated pathways past impressive stalactites, stalagmites and intricate limestone formations, sculpted by nature into fascinating shapes. Allow around 40 minutes to explore the cave
  9. Phuc Sen Forging Village
    50m · Admission ticket included
    15:30 Phuc Sen Blacksmith Village
    Discover the blacksmithing heritage of the Nung An people in Phuc Sen. Watch skilled artisans forge knives and farming tools using techniques passed down through generations. Learn how this traditional craft supports local livelihoods and keeps the community’s cultural heritage alive
  10. Cao Bang
    40m
    16:30 Return to Cao Bang City
    Relax on the drive back after a memorable day of natural wonders, mountain scenery and authentic local encounters.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Let us know if you need us to arrange transfers from and to Hanoi, Ha Giang, Ninh Binh, or Ha Long. Airport pick-up is available with additional fees.

End point

Let us know if you need us to arrange transfers from and to Hanoi, Ha Giang, Ninh Binh, or Ha Long. Airport pick-up is available with additional fees.

Pickup details

We will pick you up from ANY accommodation in Cao Bang City. This tour starts and ends in Cao Bang City
If you arrive by the overnight sleeper bus, please tell the driver to drop you off at "Hong Van Homestay address 008 Hong Viet, Thuc Phan, Cao Bang". You can easily find and reach our place by walking about 100m using Google Maps.

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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