[TOUR ITINERARY]
DAY 1: AIRPORT PICKUP - HANOI - BA BE
Morning: The guide and driver pick up guests from the central meeting point in Hue City for the flight to Hanoi. Upon arrival at Noi Bai Airport, transfer to Ba Be, Bac Kan Province. Stop for lunch during the journey.
Afternoon: The group arrives in Ba Be and checks into HOMESTAY BA BE, enjoying free time to explore and relax
The group is transported to Buoc Lom Dock and Ba Be Lake, where they embark on a boat tour of captivating attractions such as Puong Cave, Ao Tien, An Ma Island, and Widow Island. Gliding over the emerald-green waters of the lake, guests feel as if they've entered a tranquil paradise. The breathtaking harmony of clouds, sky, and water forms a masterpiece that soothes the soul and clears away worries.
Guests also get to learn about the everyday lives of the Tay ethnic group while admiring the pristine forests featuring rare timber and wildlife on the lakeshores. Ao Tien, a crystal-clear lake spanning over 3,000m², surrounded by limestone mountains and ancient forests, offers mythical footprints on the rocks and fascinating legendary stories.
An Ma Temple is said to honor the loyal generals of the Mac Dynasty, who sacrificed themselves during battles in Puong Cave amidst the conflict between the Le and Mac dynasties. Locals renamed the temple to protect it from destruction during the Le Dynasty.
Widow Island, a charming little island at the heart of Ba Be Lake, is steeped in the legendary tale of the lake's formation.
Evening: Enjoy dinner at a local restaurant. Return to the hotel for an overnight stay. Free time to explore Ba Be at night.
DAY 2: BA BE - PAC BO - BAN GIOC
Morning: After breakfast, head to Pac Bo Historic Site. Visit the living and working place of President Ho Chi Minh during the resistance years (1941-1945). Take memorable photos at Lenin Stream - Karl Marx Mountain, and explore Coc Bo Cave as well as the Zero milestone of Ho Chi Minh Trail.
Noon: Have lunch at a local restaurant. Proceed to Trung Khanh to visit Ban Gioc Waterfall.
Afternoon: Discover the breathtaking Ban Gioc Waterfall, standing 53 meters tall with three levels, considered the most beautiful waterfall in Vietnam and the largest in Southeast Asia. The waterfall marks the border with China and showcases a majestic landscape of cascading water resembling white silk ribbons. Guests are free to take photos here.
Evening: Enjoy dinner at a local restaurant and check in to the hotel. Free time to stroll and explore Cao Bang town at night. Overnight in Ban Gioc.
DAY 3: NGUOM NGAO CAVE – KHUOI KY ROCK VILLAGE – CAO BANG
Morning: Start the day with breakfast in the fresh morning air. After checking out, visit Nguom Ngao Cave, one of the most beautiful caves in the North. Located in Gun Village, Dam Thuy Commune, Trung Khanh District, Cao Bang Province, it lies within a mountain and spans 2,144 meters, as per the British Royal Cave Association's 1995 survey. The cave features three main entrances: Nguom Ngao, Nguom Lom, and Ban Thon, boasting diverse and spectacular stalactites and stalagmites.
Noon: Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant.
Continue to Khuoi Ky Rock Village, a unique ancient village in Dam Thuy Commune, Trung Khanh District, Cao Bang Province. The village is known for its traditional stilt houses entirely built from stone, creating a serene and ancient ambiance.
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Originating in the 16th-17th centuries during the Mac Dynasty.
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Stone houses were built for defensive purposes.
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Inhabited by the Tay ethnic group, preserving rich cultural traditions.
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Life is deeply tied to customs and stone worship practices.
Return to the hotel and check in.
Evening: Enjoy dinner at a local restaurant and explore Cao Bang City at night. Overnight in Cao Bang.
DAY 4: CAO BANG - HANOI - HUE
Morning: Enjoy breakfast at the hotel. Check out and begin the journey back to Hanoi, stopping for sightseeing and shopping along the way.
Noon: Lunch at a local restaurant.
Afternoon: Arrive in Hanoi, transfer to Hanoi Railway Station to board the train back to Hue. Guests will be picked up at Hue Station and dropped off at their initial meeting point.
Bid farewell and look forward to welcoming guests on future trips.
The itinerary may be adjusted to suit guests’ schedules while ensuring all attractions are included.