7-Day Trekking Northest Vietnam: Ba Be Lake - Ban Gioc Waterfall - Ha Giang

5.0 (1 reviews) Hanoi, Vietnam
Duration7 days
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesVietnamese, English
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

This 7-day adventure is perfect for travelers who love mountain landscapes, authentic cultural experiences, and off-the-beaten-path destinations. Instead of visiting crowded tourist hotspots, you'll journey through some of Northeast Vietnam’s most spectacular and less-visited regions, including Ba Be Lake, Ban Gioc Waterfall, and the legendary Ha Giang Loop.

Along the way, you'll trek through picturesque valleys, remote villages, limestone mountains, and winding mountain passes while meeting local ethnic communities and experiencing their unique traditions and daily life. From the tranquil waters of Ba Be Lake to the majestic Ban Gioc Waterfall and the dramatic scenery of Ha Giang, every day offers breathtaking natural beauty and meaningful cultural encounters. This tour is ideal for nature lovers, photographers, and adventurous travelers seeking a deeper connection with Vietnam beyond the usual tourist routes.

What's included

  • Private transportation
  • Water
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Breakfast
  • Boat trip in Ba Be lake and Ban Gioc waterfall
  • Personal expenses, tips
  • Travel insurance
  • Other personal expenses: drinks, souvenirs, etc…

What to expect

Day 1: Hanoi - Ba Be Lake
  1. Ba Be National Park
    3h · Admission ticket included
    Visit Ba Be National Park

    Enjoy a boat trip with swimming

    Enjoy countryside landscape in Pac Ngoi village
Day 2: Full Day Trekking
  1. Ba Be National Park
    6h · Admission ticket included
    Trekking around 14-15km from 8am-3pm (around 7hrs including 1.5-2 hr lunch time). You will go through the natural forest, the village of Dao and Tay people via a hidden trail.

    After the long trek, you can go swimming to discover the beauty of Ba Be Lake.
Day 3: Ba Be Lake - Cao Bang
  1. 2h · Admission ticket included
    Morning: Cycling about 6km to explore an amazing cave in the mountain. We visit Hua Ma cave  before coming back the homestay for lunch.
  2. Cao Bang
    4h
    After lunch: Transfer by car from Ba Be - Cao Bang.

    Reach Cao Bang in late afternoon. Check in hotel.

    Evening: Have dinner at local restaurant and overnight at 3-star hotel.
Day 4: Cao Bang - Mat Than Mountain - Ban Gioc Waterfall - Nguom Ngao Cave - Cao Bang
  1. Mountain God's Eye
    1h · Admission ticket included
    After breakfast, car transfer to Mat Than Mountain for stunning green scenery surrounding. Here, you can immerse yourself in the beauty of rice fields, rivers, mountains, and houses, letting go of daily worries and embracing complete tranquility in your soul.
  2. 45m · Admission ticket included
    Visit Phia Thắp community-based tourism village – the famous incense making the village. The village is surrounded by limestone pinnacles which make for spectacular scenery. Every household in this village makes incense, so you can easily see and explore the process of making incense and talk with friendly and hospitable locals here.
  3. Ban Gioc Waterfall - Detian Falls
    1h · Admission ticket included
    After lunch, leave for Ban Gioc waterfall. You can take beautiful pictures of 2 huge waterfalls in Vietnam, take the boat trip close the bottom of the waterfall and see the other side of the Chinese border.
  4. Nguom Ngao Cave
    45m · Admission ticket included
    After that, visit Nguom Ngao Cave, one of the most spectacular caves in North Vietnam with beautiful stalactites of various shapes.
Day 5: Cao Bang - Bao Lac - Meo Vac - Dong Van
  1. Ma Pi Leng Pass
    30m · Admission ticket included
    Visit Ma Pi Leng pass which gives stunning views of the mountains and sweeping valleys, with the poetic Nho Que river.
  2. Dong Van Karst Plateau Geopark
    Pass by
    Visit Dong Van Karst Plateau Geopark for spectacular landscape
Day 6: Dong Van - Quan Ba
  1. 30m
    Visit Vuong Palace, Vuong Family was considered the King of the Hmong People in Dong Van, Ha Giang. Their residence was built in the scenic valley of Sa Phin with Chinese architecture. You will explore the history of Hmong people in Dong Van in the French colonic period – the special frontier area.
  2. 30m · Admission ticket included
    Visit Lung Tam village to learn about sewing clothes
Day 7: Quan Ba - Ha Giang - Hanoi
  1. 30m · Admission ticket included
    Visit Quan Ba Twin Mountain

    Arrive in Hanoi in the late afternoon. Finish 7-Day Trekking Northest Vietnam

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

Pick up from your hotel

Additional information

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.<br>If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

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