After a short Vietnamese course, you will relax yourself with a trip along the North East of Vietnam. It has a great variety combination among Ba Be Lake, Cao Bang, Ban Gioc waterfall, the border town of Lang Son and Ha Long Bay.

Tour Route: Hanoi – Ba Be Lake – Cao Bang – Ban Gioc Water Fall – Lang Son – Halong Bay – Hanoi
Duration: 7 days / 6 nights
Departure date: Daily
Start/End: Hanoi/Hanoi (Pickup & Drop off at the hotel)
Tour type: Private tour
Tour code: HLCT07
Customize trip: Absolutely

Program

Day 1: Hanoi – Ba Be Lake
Today we travel northward to Ba Be National Park where will have short trek at some villages to see local daily life of ethnic people and rice fields before overnight at a guest house in Cho Ra. This place is very quiet and peaceful. Talking and exchange with the host with tour guide’s help of course.
Accommodation: Guest house (standard)

Panorama of Ba Be National Park.

Panorama of Ba Be National Park.

Day 2: Ba Be Lake (B, L, D)
Today we say good bye with host then take a boat trip along the Nang River, cruise through the beautiful grotto of Poung. Ending the boat trip we continue on trekking to Cao Thuong Market which is only open on 4th, 6th, 16th, and 26th of the lunar months. Here is a right place where we Asian Tea Sets Wholesale Yixing Teapots Amber Bracelets can catch many beautiful moments. Then we trek along buffalo trails to see the village of Cam, Dzao Ethnic Minority people. After lunch, we keep on trekking to the lower village of Cam Ha. Arriving home-stay at around 5pm, we relax and enjoy dinner.
Home-stay: clean toilet and accepted facility

A wedding of Dzao people.

A wedding of Dzao people.

Day 3: Ba Be Lake – Cao Bang (B)
After breakfast we get back on the boat to discover Ba Be lake with Fairy Pond, An Ma Island (and the temple), Widow island… and enjoy the fresh atmosphere of the National park. Then we head to Cao Bang, home of the H’mong, Dzao, Tho and Nung ethnic minoritiy people live in harmony.
Accommodation: Clean and comfortable Guest house

Fairy Bond in Ba Be National Park.

Fairy Bond in Ba Be National Park.

Day 4: Cao Bang – Ban Gioc waterfall – Lang Son (B)
Today, we take journey head to Ban Gioc Waterfall, one of the most beautiful & spectacular waterfall between Vietnam – China. This also forms a natural border between two these countries. After lunch, we explore Nguom Ngao cave which is 2144 meters long, varity of shaped diversity stalactites and stalagmites, referred to as the 2nd Ha Long Bay in the North. Overnight in Cao Bang.
Accommodation: Standard Clean hotel

Ban Gioc Water Fall in Cao Bang.

Ban Gioc Water Fall in Cao Bang.

Day 5: Cao Bang – Lang Son (B)
After breakfast, we travel to Lang Son, stop on the way at That Khe Pass for photo and hear about the history. Visiting Nhi Thanh Cave, Tam Thanh Pagoda and the market at Dong Kinh, the biggest market in the area fully stocked with Chinese goods in Lang Son. Overnight in Lang Son.
Accommodation: Standard Clean hotel

Nhi Thanh Cave in Lang Son

Nhi Thanh Cave in Lang Son.

Day 6: Lang Son – Halong Bay (B, L, D)
After 3,5 hour driving, we relax at coffee lounge then embark on the cruise followed by a short cruise briefing. Checking in and enjoying lunch while cruising deeper into the World Natural Heritage site. There are many activities afternoon such as kayak among the hidden areas of the bay, swimming at the Soi Sim beach, climbing up to the limestone mountain to catch the panorama of the Bay. Rest of the day, we enjoy sunset on the sundeck and enjoy delicious dinner with the spectacular serve of crew team. Overnight in Halong Bay.

Enjoy sunset on the deck

Enjoy sunset on the sundeck in Halong Bay cruise.

Day 7: Halong bay – Hanoi (B, L)
Waking up early & start the wonderful day by Tai Chi exercises with master or a photo hunt the sunrise. We then have breakfast, join group to boat to the Amazing Sung Sot cave. Back to boat after that for checking out, refresh while cruise continues exploring the Bay, passing Ba Hang fishing village, Dog Islet, and more. Before having farewell lunch, we try the cooking demonstration with chief, learn how to make a simple food and we can try it at home by ourselves. Goodbye Halong Bay and crew team, we head back to Hanoi in the afternoon. Trip ends.

Ba Hang Fishing Village.

Ba Hang Fishing Village.

Inclusions
– English speaking guide/s (other languages upon requests)
– Private ground transfer
– Accommodation with daily breakfast
– Entrance fees and permits during guided time
– Local home stay, soft bed, white sleeping sheet, mosquito net, pillow, blanket, clean toilet and bath out site
– En-suite cabin in Halong Bay
– Kayak
– Meal as indicated in itinerary (B= Breakfasts, L= Lunch, D = Dinner)
– Water during the trip

Exclusions
– Airport transfer
– Visa and visa fee
– Pre & Post accommodation
– Personal expenses
– Tips and Gratuities
– Travel insurance

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