Introduction to Northwest Vietnam Tour
Tour from Hanoi to Ha Giang, Ban Gioc Waterfall, and Ba Be Lake showcases the majestic beauty of nature throughout the four seasons of spring, summer, autumn, and winter. It’s always an enticing destination for those who wish to visit multiple times. Each spot represents a distinct cultural region, a heritage site, a breathtaking landscape… each with its own unique beauty. Travelers get to explore and experience the hottest attractions of the Northwest tour: Hanoi – Ha Giang – Ban Gioc Waterfall – Ba Be Lake – Hanoi.
Day 01: Hanoi – Ha Giang -Yen Minh (Meals: L/ D)
06:30: Limousine Bus picks up guests at hotels in Hanoi Old Quarter or pre-arranged points for Ha Giang city.
07:30: Guests are picked up at Noi Bai airport. En route, there’s a stop at Tuyen Quang rest area.
Note: If departing from Sapa, the pickup is at Sapa Town at 07:00.
13:00: Group lunch break at the company’s restaurant in Ha Giang. Then, the tour vehicle (a sightseeing vehicle from 4-16 seats) continues the tour:
KmO Milestone.
Heaven’s Gate
Quan Ba Twin Mountain.
Can Ty Slope – stop for sightseeing and photos at the “Nghien Lonely Tree”. (During summer, guests can enjoy a stunning sunset here)
17:00: Arrival at Yen Minh town to check into the hotel and relax.
18:30: Group dinner at the restaurant. Then free time to rest.
Days 02: Yen Minh – Lung Cu – Đong Van – Meo Vac (Meals: B/ L/ D)
07:00: Breakfast and check-out. Then continue the journey with visits to:
Tham Ma Pass – a majestic pass where locals used to appraise the value of horses. A picturesque spot for memorable photographs.
Lung Cam Cultural Village – visit houses showcasing the H’Mong ethnic architecture. The prominent “Pao’s House” featured in the famous story “The Story of Pao.”
King’s Palace of the H’Mong – a residence characterized by H’Mong architecture amidst the limestone mountains, once home to the most influential lineage in Dong Van Karst Plateau – Vuong Family.
Lung Cu Flag Tower.
Lo Lo Chai Village.
12:30: Arrival at Dong Van Old Town for rest and lunch at a restaurant. After the meal, guests can explore Dong Van Old Town or enjoy a cup of coffee in the ancient streets (self-paid). Then continue the journey to visit:
Ma Pi Leng Pass – one of the four great mountain passes in Vietnam, offering a breathtaking view of the Dong Van Karst Plateau and the poetic Nho Que River below with its characteristic emerald-green water.
Panorama stop to admire the Nho Que River from above and take souvenir photos (self-paid).
Nho Que River boat ride to explore the deepest limestone gorge in Southeast Asia – “Tu San.”
16:30: Arrival at Meo Vac town for check-in and dinner at a homestay in Pa Vi Cultural Village.
Pa Vi is a peaceful village built in the H’Mong architectural style in Meo Vac District.
18:30: Dinner at the restaurant. Then guests are free to rest.
Days 03: Meo Vac – 14 – Floor Pass – Pac Po – Cao Bang (Meals:B/ L / D).
07:00: Breakfast and check-out. Then continue the tour visiting:
Meo Vac Town (On Sunday mornings, guests can join the Ethnic Market of the Highlanders)
Bao Lac Town.
14-Floor Pass (Me Pia Pass).
12:30: Lunch break at a restaurant. Then proceed to visit the historical site of Pac Po in Ha Quang District, Cao Bang Province, including:
Le Nin Spring.
Karl Marx Mountain.
Coc Po Cave.
17:00: Arrival at Cao Bang City for hotel check-in and rest.
18:30: Dinner at the restaurant. Then guests are free to explore Cao Bang at night. (On weekends, guests can visit Kim Dong Pedestrian Street)
07:00: Breakfast and check-out. Visit Ban Gioc Waterfall in Trung Khanh District, Cao Bang Province – situated on the Vietnam-China border. Experience the grandeur of nature; Ban Gioc Waterfall is one of the three most beautiful natural waterfalls in Southeast Asia. The tour includes visits to:
Ban Gioc Waterfall.
Boat ride to explore Ban Gioc Waterfall.
Nguom Ngao Cave.
Phat Tich Pagoda.
Phuc Sen Smith Village renowned for blacksmithing and agricultural tools in Quang Uyen.
12:00: Lunch break at a restaurant. Return to the company’s office in Cao Bang City to rest and wait for the return journey to Hanoi.
Note: Guests can choose return transportation to Hanoi as follows:
+ Option 1: Limousine bus, departing at 14:00 – Arriving in Hanoi at 22:00.
+ Option 2: Sleeper bus, departing at 20:00 – Arriving in Hanoi at 04:00 the next day.
+ Option 3: Private 7-seater car for an additional surcharge of 2.5 million VND/car, with the possibility of an earlier departure.
14:00: Typically, guests board the Limousine bus for the return to Hanoi. During the journey back, the group can stop for breaks and souvenir shopping in Bac Kan and Thai Nguyen.
20:30: Arrival in Hanoi. Guests can choose to end the tour at Noi Bai Airport or in Hanoi Old Quarter. End of the tour. Farewell and see you again!
Tour included:
One-way Limousine Bus from Hanoi to Ha Giang.
One-way Limousine Bus from Cao Bang to Hanoi.
Sightseeing vehicle from Ha Giang to Cao Bang following the itinerary, ranging by Car from 4-16 seats. (or by Jeep from Ha Giang City – Ban Gioc waterfall- Cao Bang)
Dedicated tour guide throughout the journey, enthusiastic and responsible
Entrance tickets to all attractions: Pao’s House, Vuong’s Palace, Lung Cu Flagpole, Nho Que River boat ticket, Pac Bo, Ban Gioc Waterfall, Nguom Ngao Cave.
Meals: 3 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 3 dinners.
Accommodation: Standard twin-shared rooms. Solo travelers will share a room of 3.
+ 02 nights hotel in Ha Giang.
+ 01 nights in Cao Bang
Insurance
Drinking water: 02 bottles of mineral water per person per day on the vehicle.
Tour not included:
Personal expenses: beverages, souvenir shopping, laundry, etc.
Tips for tour guide and driver.
Surcharge on holidays