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Adventure to Ban Gioc Waterfall - Ba Be Lake 3 days 2 nights

3 Days Starting and ending in Hanoi, Vietnam

Visiting: Lang Son, Cao Bang, Hanoi

Tour operator:

Mr Linh's Adventures

Tour code:

147960

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Physical rating:

EASY

Age range:

Tour operated in:

English

From: $449 $428 (USD) Travel Club discount: -$21

NB: Prices correct on 18-Jan-2025 but subject to change.

Tour Overview

Embark on a thrilling 3-day, 2-night adventure through Northern Vietnam, exploring the stunning landscapes of Ba Be National Park and the majestic Ban Gioc Waterfall. This tour takes you through remote areas along the Chinese border, offering a unique opportunity to stay with local families and immerse yourself in the rich cultures and customs of rural Vietnam. Highlights include a bamboo raft tour on Ban Gioc Waterfall, a kayak and boat tour on Ba Be Lake, and a hike through the lush rainforest of Ba Be National Park. Enjoy authentic home-cooked meals and comfortable homestays, making this an unforgettable journey into Vietnam's natural beauty and heritage.

Highlights

Ba Be National Park's vast lakes and chalky karsts
Wild and rugged landscapes of Cao Bang
Spectacular Ban Gioc Waterfall
Travel through remote areas in Northern Vietnam
Brush along the Chinese border
Stay with local families to learn about rural Vietnam's unique cultures and customs
Bamboo raft tour on Ban Gioc Waterfall
Kayak and boat tour on Ba Be National Park

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Hanoi - Lang Son - Quang Uyen (L/D)

Location: Lang Son

Accommodation Name: Nung's Homestay

Meals Included: Lunch, Dinner

Are you ready to start a fabulous adventure tour Vietnam ? Our tour guide will pick you up by car at your hotel in Hanoi old quarter or Mr Linh's Adventures office around 7:30 - 8:00am, transferring you to Lang Son. We will start by driving in the direction of the Chinese border for about 3 hours, before stopping at Chi Lang Pass a 20kmlong gorge created from a narrow valley between two mountains.

This place occupies an important position in Vietnamese history, being the place of many victories against various Chinese invasions over the centuries and millennia, as far back as 981AD. As such it bears the reputation of Vietnam’s strongest citadel and bastion. Here you will have roughly an hour to walk around and explore the area around the Quy Mon Quan Gate, which translates as “The Gate of Monsters”, named for the many invasion forces that would spill through the pass over the course of history only to be beaten back by stalwart Vietnamese defenders.

After lunch at a local restaurant in Dong Dang, you will continue your trip into the pass, stopping to visit Mother’s Temple and Dong Khe – an important historical site where The Battle of Dong Khe was fought during the First Indochina War. In fact, this was the very first battle of the Indochina Wars, and the fighting here took place through September and October 1950, ending in a resounding victory for the Viet Minh.

In the evening you will get to enjoy dinner and overnight rest in a local homestay owned and operated by a local Nung family.

Highlights and activities: Chi Lang pass, Quy Mon Quan gate, Dong Khe battle site, ethnic villages, and a 3-5km walk

Day 2 : Cao Bang – Ban Gioc Waterfall – Ba Be National Park (B/L/D)

Location: Cao Bang

Accommodation Name: Tay's House

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After enjoying breakfast at the homestay, you will depart for Trung Khanh which lies right on the border with China. Here you will have another chance to meet and interact with the local Nung people living in the village of Phuoc Sen, a mountainous village famous for its traditional blacksmithing. The farming tools made here are an integral part of the lifestyle which is evident in the surrounding rice paddies and fields.

Nestled amongst these amazing landscapes is the breathtaking Ban Gioc Waterfall which spans over 300 meters, split half and half between Vietnam and China. You’ll get some time here to simply take in the amazing atmosphere surrounding the falls, which presents an excellent opportunity for some fantastic photography.

Once you’ve finished at the falls, it’s time to head over to Nguom Ngao Cave, for a very different, but no less impressive natural wonder. The cave stretches for 2,144 meters underground and is brimming with incredible stalactites and stalagmites.

You will then return to Cao Bang town and head down the “snake pass” to Ba Be Lake, where you will stay overnight in a homestay constructed in traditional Tay fashion and owned and operated by a local Tay family. Here you can relax and unwind from the day and enjoy a delicious and authentic home cooked meal.

Highlights and activities: Ban Gioc waterfall, Nguom Ngao cave, Ba Be National Park, ethnic villages.

Day 3 : Ba Be Lake - Hanoi

Location: Hanoi

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

After breakfast, you will board a boat to cross the lake to the north shore. From here you will start a hike in the rainforest of the central area of the Ba Be National Park. Along the shores of the lake, you will reach a prehistoric cave dating back 500 million years, hidden in an ancient forest composed of rare and hard wood trees, as strong as steel.
A little further, a fire station allows to observe the birds.

Resume your hiking to reach the An Ma temple (a sacred temple of the Tay people venerating the snake god and military general of the Mac dynasty).

It is now time to choose how to spend your time on the boat: relax and admire the landscape or take a dip in the fresh waters of the lake? Anyway, enjoy the scenery with its beautiful karst formations lined with jungle.

Note: visitors who do not wish to participate in the walk can ask to stay on the boat to join Widow Island or do some shopping

Return to Ba Be Jungle Houses restaurant for lunch before ending the tour, you will be taken about 230 km back to Hanoi and stop at a tea plantation located among rolling hills. When we arrived in Hanoi, it was time to say goodbye, creating lifelong memories and bonds.

What's Included

Professional vehicle transportations and commercial vehicle insurance

Professional vehicle transportations and commercial vehicle insurance. Professional driver.
Air-conditioned vehicle

Air-conditioned vehicle, Round-trip transportation from selected hotels.
Accommodation

Accommodation at Nung's Homestay in Cao Bang, at Tay's House in Ba Be National Park.
Experienced English-speaking guide

Experienced English-speaking guide.
Meals

Meals as stated in the itinerary (B: Breakfast; L: Lunch; D: Dinner).
Vegetarian and vegan food

Optional vegetarian and vegan food is available.
Bottled water

Bottled water.
Sightseeing tickets and travel permits

All sightseeing tickets and travel permits on frontier.
Bamboo raft tour

Bamboo raft tour on Ban Gioc waterfall.
Kayak & boat tour

Kayak & boat tour on Ba Be National Park.
Hiking tour

Hiking tour in Ba Be National Park.
Nguom Ngao Cave walking tour

Nguom Ngao Cave walking tour.
Taxes and Fees

All Taxes and Fees.
No extra charge after confirmation

No extra charge after confirmation.
24/7 hotline support

24/7 hotline support guaranteed.
Child seats

Optional child seats are required.

What's Not Included

Personal expenses, tips and gratuities

Personal expenses, tips and gratuities.
Travel insurance

Travel insurance.
International & domestic flights and taxes

International & domestic flights and taxes.
Beverage

Beverage.
Other personal expenses

Other personal expenses: drinks, souvenir, etc.

Requirements

Pack essentials, including light comfortable clothes suitable for outdoor activities, comfortable walking shoes. Take a small day pack for hiking and trekking.It is essential to bring your passport on this trip. We also recommend packing: insect repellent, sun cream, raincoat and sun hat.

Please Note

Confirmation will be received at time of bookingA current valid passport is required on the day of travelNot recommended for travelers with back problemsNot recommended for pregnant travelersNo heart problems or other serious medical conditionsMay be operated by a multi-lingual guideA current valid passport is required on the day of travelThis experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refundYou can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.Hotel pickups commence approximately 30 - 60 minutes prior to this time

Mode of Transport

Professional vehicle transportations with commercial vehicle insurance, air-conditioned vehicle, and round-trip transportation from selected hotels.

Accommodation

Accommodation at Nung's Homestay in Cao Bang and Tay's House in Ba Be National Park, offering an authentic local experience with traditional homestays.

Check out our Q&As

What kind of accommodation is provided during the tour?

The tour includes accommodation at Nung's Homestay in Cao Bang and at Tay's House in Ba Be National Park. Both are local homestays operated by local families.
What activities are included in the tour?

The tour includes a bamboo raft tour on Ban Gioc waterfall, a kayak and boat tour on Ba Be National Park, a hiking tour in Ba Be National Park, and a walking tour of Nguom Ngao Cave.
Are meals included in the tour package?

Yes, meals are included as stated in the itinerary. This includes breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Vegetarian and vegan food options are also available upon request.
What should I pack for this tour?

You should pack essentials including light comfortable clothes suitable for outdoor activities, comfortable walking shoes, a small day pack for hiking and trekking, insect repellent, sun cream, a raincoat, and a sun hat. It is also essential to bring your passport.
Is the tour suitable for travelers with medical conditions?

The tour is not recommended for travelers with back problems, pregnant travelers, or those with heart problems or other serious medical conditions.

What is the significance of the Chi Lang Pass visited on the first day?

Chi Lang Pass is a 20km long gorge created from a narrow valley between two mountains. It holds an important position in Vietnamese history as the site of many victories against various Chinese invasions over the centuries and millennia, dating back to 981AD. It is known as Vietnam’s strongest citadel and bastion.
What can I expect to see at Ban Gioc Waterfall?

Ban Gioc Waterfall spans over 300 meters and is split between Vietnam and China. The area offers a breathtaking atmosphere and excellent opportunities for photography.
What is unique about the Nguom Ngao Cave?

Nguom Ngao Cave stretches for 2,144 meters underground and is filled with incredible stalactites and stalagmites, making it a very impressive natural wonder.
What activities are available at Ba Be Lake?

At Ba Be Lake, you can board a boat to cross the lake, hike in the rainforest of Ba Be National Park, visit a prehistoric cave, observe birds at a fire station, and visit the An Ma temple. You can also choose to relax on the boat, admire the landscape, or take a dip in the lake's fresh waters.
What happens if the minimum number of travelers is not met for the tour?

If the tour is canceled because the minimum number of travelers is not met, you will be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

Reviews of this operator

John Aldo Albanese Jr USA

Experience the Highlights of Central Vietnam

26-Feb-2024

Absolutely a Great Deal! The journey was very interesting, the guides and driver were excellent! Very informative, kind and knowledgeable! I was debating whether to do a tour or not....so happy I did. All hotels were outstanding, tour hub definitely went above and beyond to help me out

John Aldo Albanese Jr USA

Experience the Highlights of Central Vietnam

26-Feb-2024

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