3 Day Karst Plateau Adventure from Hanoi

Hanoi, Vietnam
Duration3 days
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LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 15 travelers
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Overview

Embark on an unforgettable adventure with our 3-night, 2-day excursion to Ha Giang, Vietnam's northern gem renowned for its breathtaking landscapes and vibrant ethnic cultures. Nestled amidst towering limestone peaks and winding mountain roads, Ha Giang promises an immersive journey into the heart of nature. Over the course of two days, travelers will traverse winding roads, stopping to marvel at the iconic Dong Van Karst Plateau, explore remote villages adorned with terraced fields, and connect with local communities, sampling authentic cuisine and learning about age-old traditions. Whether it's witnessing the sunrise over Ma Pi Leng Pass or delving into the rich tapestry of Hmong, Tay, and Dao cultures, our Ha Giang trip guarantees an enchanting escape into Vietnam's untouched beauty and cultural heritage.

What's included

  • Water: 1 bottle/ person/ day
  • Accommodation: 01 night at 2* hotel at Dong Van town shared room as 2 or 3 people/room.
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Breakfast
  • Bus tickets two ways from Ha Noi – Ha Giang
  • Transportation: The bus ( 4-16 seats)
  • All services and items not mentioned specifically in the list above

What to expect

Day 1: Hanoi - Ha Giang
  1. Hanoi
    Pass by
    20.00 - 20.10: Pick up from the My Dinh Bus station.
    20.10 - 04.30: Heading to Ha Giang
    actually Night
Day 2: Ha Giang - Quan Ba - Yen Minh - Dong Van
  1. Ha Giang
    2h
    04.30: A tour guide will meet a tour group at Ha Giang bus station and go to Song Lo hotel to take a nap (each group has a room).
    06.30: After have breakfast (Vietnamese Noodle), starting depart from Ha Giang city to Quan Ba
  2. Quan Lan
    4h 30m
    06.30 - 07.40: Bac Sum slope with 8 km length.
    Bac Sum slope is like a soft silk strip, flowing across the snowy, misty peaks and craggy cat-eared rocky mountains; not only has natural beauty but also contains the beauty of revolution - being a strategic communication route for our troops in the war models against the French colonialists.
    07.40 - 08.40: Quan Ba Heaven Gate and check-in. With a height of more than 1500m and located about 43 km from Ha Giang city, this place is also the beginning of another famous place “The road of happiness” and is the first gateway to enter the Dong Van Ky rock plateau.
    08.40 - 08.50: Pass by Tam Son town, Quan Ba Twin mountains, the Fairy Twin Mountain
    08.50 - 11.00: Heading to Tham Ma slope.On the road, pass by Yen Minh Pine Forests.
  3. 3h
    11.00 - 14.00: Having lunch and rest at Hong Khuan restaurant – Pho Cao.
  4. Dong Van
    20m
    Heading to Dong Van Town. On the way, enjoy spectacular attractions
    14.00 - 14.10: Chin Khoanh slope: sightseeing and shooting at the slope.
  5. Lung Cam Cultural - Tourism Village
    1h · Admission ticket included
    14.20 - 15.15: Lung cam – a cultural tourist village: location in the narrow, incredibly picturesque Sung La valley. This was a background of many famous films in Vietnam such as Pao’s story and Silence in the Canyon; seasonal flowers
  6. 1h · Admission ticket included
    15.15 - 16.15: H’mong King Palace: H’mong chiefs house in Dong Van. The tourist have a chance to find out more arts, history and culture of Vuong family particularly and H’mong ethnic group generally.
  7. Lung Cu
    1h 30m
    Lung Cu Flag Tower, Ha Giang, Vietnam

    16.15 - 17.15: Heading to Lung Cu Flag Tower.
    17.15 - 17.45: Lung Cu Flag Tower: The last destination of the day is Lung Cu Flag tower. It is the north pole of VietNam where everyone wants to visit one time in their life. Passengers discover the history of this border area and the process to build the tower.
  8. Dong Van
    5h
    17.45 - 19.00: Heading back to hotel at Dong Van Old Quarter
    19.00 - 23.00: Have dinner at the restaurant with Black Chicken Hotpot, free walking in Dong Van old quarter at night, drink coffee, join some local entertainment
Day 3: Dong Van – Meo Vac – Yen Minh – Ha Giang
  1. Dong Van
    1h
    06.30: Have breakfast with BANH CUON DOI ( Vietnamese rolled cake) – it is very famous in Dong Van then visit other destinations in Dong Van Karst Plateau.
    07.00 - 08.00: Dong Van market: free walking in Dong Van old quarter and Dong Van Sunday market.
  2. Ma Pi Leng Pass
    50m · Admission ticket included
    08.00 - 08.50 minutes transfer Ma Pi Leng pass: Ma Pi Leng pass is one of the most breathtaking Passes in Viet Nam. The pass is 21 km in length, which connects Dong Van district and Meo Vac district.
  3. Nho Que River
    2h 20m · Admission ticket included
    8.50 - 11.10: Boating on Nho Que river – Tu San canyon: The Tu San gorge is 1500m in height and 700-900m in-depth, considered to be the deepest canyon in Southeast Asia. The location of Tu San is between Dong Van and Meo Vac district.
  4. Dong Van
    3h
    11.10 - 14.00: Having lunch at Hải Hiền restaurant and departing to go to Ha Giang city.
  5. 3h · Admission ticket included
    14.00 - 17.00: Visiting Lung Tam village – has a long-standing traditional craft of brocade wearing. Making the final textile products underwent 41 steps. The tourist can have a chance to wear and take photos with traditional dress.
  6. Ha Giang
    4h
    Ha Giang Bus Station
    17.00 - 19.00: Having dinner at Ha Giang Tre Travel office.
    20.30: On the bus from Ha Giang go to Hanoi. Resting on the bus
  7. Hanoi
    Pass by
    04.00: the bus arrives at Hanoi Old Quarter. Trip ends.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

Opposite the Opera House, at the intersection of Hai Ba Trung Street
and Le Thanh Tong Street

Additional information

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • No Wheelchair accessible
  • We can accommodate dietary restrictions such as vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, etc. If you have dietary requirements, please indicate them when booking

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