Rafting on the lake of Ba Be
Visited places: Hanoi, Lang Son, Cao Bang, Ban Gioc Waterfall, Ba Be National Park
Tour Theme/Activity: Adventure, Family, Couple, Ethnic villages, Homestay, Idyllic countryside, Tropical forest/National park, Mountains, Waterfall, Off-the-beaten track

Glimpse of the North East of Vietnam is a Vietnam adventure tour for 3days 2 nights into the less-traveled northeastern region of the country.

North East of Vietnam Adventure Holiday Overview

The trip is a quick getaway from Hanoi and designed for the travelers who have a short time in northern Vietnam and would like to have an adventure experience in the the far northern mountains of the country.

Starting in Hanoi, we travel our way to Lang Son border town, then follow the historic Road 4 to Cao Bang, have a tour amid the wild nature to Ban Gioc Waterfall, Nguom Ngao Cave and have some relaxing time in the fresh national park of Ba Be...

The serene Ba Be Lake at the Ba Be National Park in Bac Kan Vietnam
The serene Ba Be Lake at the Ba Be National Park in Bac Kan Vietnam

The pace of travel is moderate, though being an adventure tour, Tour the North East of Vietnam doesn't have much physical challenge. It's just that accommodations are of basic facilities and food is just simple. The reward of the journey is the fresh nature of the north eastern region of Vietnam and the authentic untouched ethnic culture. On the trip, you will be far from the tourist trails...

  • Hotel with basic facilities at Cao Bang/1 Single Room/ 1 night
  • Ba Be Homestay/ 1 night

{Inclusions
English-speaking guide;
Transportation as indicated in the tour program;
Boat cruise on Ba Be Lake;
Accommodation on twin-shared basis as indicated in the tour program;
Daily breakfast as indicated in the tour itinerary;
All admission fees in the guided times of the tour itinerary;
}
{Exclusions
Insurance of any types;
Drinks or personal expenses;
Others not specified in the inclusions;
}

Detailed itinerary

Day1 Ha Noi – Lang Son - Cao Bang (L)

Leaving Ha Noi in the morning, we travel our way to Lang Son border town. At Lang Son, we visit Nhi Thanh, Tam Thanh Cave and the Ky Lua Market. Then follow the historic Road No.4 to Cao Bang. The road offers stunning scenes of mountains and ethnic life, the road brings us back to the famous battles during the Franco-Viet Minh War. Arriving at Cao Bang in late afternoon, have time to wander around the town.

Lunch at a local restaurant and dinner is on our own.
Overnight in Cao Bang.

Captivating mountains at Chi Lang Lang Son Vietnam
Captivating mountains at Chi Lang Lang Son Vietnam

 

The To Thi Mountain in Lang Son City
The To Thi Mountain in Lang Son City

 

Inside the Tam Thanh Cave in Lang Son City
Inside the Tam Thanh Cave in Lang Son City

 

The Ky Lua Night Market at Lang Son City
The Ky Lua Night Market at Lang Son City

 

Scenic mountains at Na Sam (Van Lang, Lang Son Province)
Scenic mountains at Na Sam (Van Lang, Lang Son Province)

Day-to-day itinerary
Day1 Ha Noi – Lang Son - Cao Bang (L)
Day2 Cao Bang – Ban Gioc – Pac Ngoi Village (Tay People) (B/L/D)
Day3 Pac Ngoi - Ba Be National Park – Cho Ra – Ha Noi (B/L)

Accommodation

Day2 Cao Bang – Ban Gioc Waterfall – Pac Ngoi Village (Tay People) (B/L/D)

0800 A.M: Travel along the scenic road to Ban Gioc Waterfall. We will have myriad stops along the way to adore the fresh nature beauty and learn about the life of the local Tay and Nung Peoples. We will also stop for sightseeing at Ma Phuc Pass and Khau Lieu Pass which overs spectacular views of the surrounding nature. Visit Ban Gioc Waterfall and have time for picnic lunch.

 

Beautiful mountains on the way to the Ban Gioc Waterfall from Cao Bang City
Beautiful mountains on the way to the Ban Gioc Waterfall from Cao Bang City

 

The Ban Gioc Waterfall, Trung Khanh, Cao Bang
The Ban Gioc Waterfall, Trung Khanh, Cao Bang

 

Inside the Nguom Ngao Waterfall
Inside the Nguom Ngao Waterfall

After a short rest at Ban Gioc, visit Nguom Ngao Cave and travel all the way back to Ba Be National Park. We will arrive at Pac Ngoi Village which is home to the Tay People and you will have free time wandering around the communities living by the lake. Free time to wander around the community in late afternoon.
Overnight at Pac Ngoi Village.

Pac Ngoi Village (Tay ethnic), Ba Be National Park
Pac Ngoi Village (Tay ethnic), Ba Be National Park

Day3 Pac Ngoi - Ba Be National Park – Cho Ra – Ha Noi (B/L)

Breakfast with the family.
Enjoy a scenic boat ride on the the Three Lakes of Ba Be National Park and into the Nang River and visit the Puong Cave. Have some time wander amid the Tay communities inhabiting in the park and visit Dau Dang Waterfall. Have lunch at Cam Ha Village (Tay People). Then, enjoy a boat trip to Puoc Nom where we continue our road trip back to Ha Noi. We trust you had a wonderful adventure holiday in the untouched North East of Vietnam with Paradissa Travel.

Ba Be Lake, Ba Be National Park, Bac Kan
Ba Be Lake, Ba Be National Park, Bac Kan

 

The Dau Dang Waterfall in the center of the Ba Be National Park
The Dau Dang Waterfall in the center of the Ba Be National Park

 

The Puong Cave on the Nang River at the Ba Be National Park Vietnam
The Puong Cave on the Nang River at the Ba Be National Park Vietnam

 

The Nang River at Cho Ra Township
The Nang River at Cho Ra Township

 

Road with spectacular mountains back to Hanoi from Ba Be National Park
Road with spectacular mountains back to Hanoi from Ba Be National Park