Explore Ba Be Lake 2 days 1 nights

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Explore Ba Be Lake 2 days 1 nights

2 Days Starting and ending in Hanoi

Visiting: Hanoi, Ba Bể District

Tour operator:

Mr Linh's Adventures

Tour code:

GPT02E

Group Type:

Private

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

2 - 15

Physical rating:

Low, Relaxing

Age range:

Min age:9

Special diets catered:

Meat, Vegans, Vegetarians, Gluten Free

Tour operated in:

English

From: $329 $313 Travel Club discount: -$16

NB: Prices correct on 19-Sep-2024 but subject to change.

Tour Overview

Ba Be National Park is centred on a vast lake surrounded by chalky karsts and thick tropical jungles. This trip will take you deep into Ba Be National Park and let you float on the waters of Ba Be Lake. On this two-day tour, you will experience local hospitality from an ethnic minority family, go on a tranquil river trip, explore caves and see the landscape change from rice farms to forests to towering mountains.

Highlights

Hua Ma cave, ethnic village, and a 3-5km walk
Stay and enjoy authentic life of Tay ethnic people
Ba Be lake, Puong cave, Nang river and Tay ethnic villages

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Hanoi - Ba Be Lake

Location: Hanoi

Accommodation: Homestay

Meals Included: Lunch, Dinner

Our tour guide will pick you up by car at your hotel around 7:30-8:00am, as an early start is necessary for all we have in store for you today. On the way to Ba Be National Park, we will stop in a local village to enjoy lunch in a restaurant, before our route takes us up through the mountains and tea plantations on the road to Ba Be Lake.

You will then travel to the Tay village of Coc Toc, where the houses are built in traditional Tay fashion on stilts. The local Tay population is extremely friendly to visitors and will welcome you with open arms, introducing you to their way of life central pillars of which are fishing on the lake and rice-farming.

This is where you will spend the night in a homestay, to really get an intimate look at Tay culture and daily life. After checking in at the homestay, your afternoon will be free to spend as you wish, though we recommend going for a walk to explore the beautiful surroundings. Following this, we will take you to Hua Ma Cave, featuring thousands of stalactites and stalagmites.

The rest of the day is again yours to do with as you please, though we offer the optional activities of guided walks/bike rides around Coc Toc Village and kayaking trips on the lake. If you’d rather spend the rest of the day relaxing and enjoying the serene views, then that’s also an option.

Physical activities: Walk of 3-5 km

Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner

Day 2 : Ba Be Lake - Hanoi(B/L)

Location: Ba Bể District, Hanoi

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

After breakfast we’ll kick the final day of the tour of by boarding a boat and setting off onto the lake. It’s up to you how to spend your time on the boat, whether it’s relaxing and enjoying the views or going for a swim in the cool waters to refresh yourself. The views consist of stunning karst formations all around you covered with patches of wild vegetation and a rich wildlife.

The boat will then continue along the Nang River, giving you a chance to explore the caves of Puong Grotto where you can marvel at the stalactites and stalagmites created through river erosion, as well as observe the thousands-strong bat colony that lives here.

After your exploration of the lake, you will have the chance rest as we drive you back to Hanoi, taking in the beautiful scenery along the way. You will stop for lunch at a local restaurant on the way before arriving in Hanoi at about 17:30, when it’s time to say your goodbyes to your guide, driver and tour group.

Meals: Breakfast, lunch

What's Included

Accommodation
Entrance Fees
Fully Guided
Meals

What's Not Included

Airport Transfers at Destination

Available upon request with a supplement
All Domestic Transportation (including internal flights)
Country Entry Visas
Drinks with Meals
International Travel

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.

Check out our Q&As

Are airport transfers included in this tour?

No, but airport transfers are available with a supplement if needed.
What is the tipping policy?

It is usual to tip the tour guide and driver at the end of the tour.
Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?

Yes, our tour guides speak English. Other languages available for private tours upon request with a supplement depending on the language.
What currencies are required for this tour?

In Vietnam, the Vietnamese dong is the used currency.
Are all entrance fees included in the price?

Yes, all entrances fees for the visits mentioned in the itinerary are included.

Are flights included in this tour?

International and/or domestic flights are not included in the price of the tour
Are vaccinations required for this tour?

No specific vaccination is required to visit Vietnam. We advise however to bring insect repellent.
Are children permitted to take part in the tour?

Yes children are welcome under the surveillance of the parents or guardians (min. age: 5)
Is the tour coach air conditioned?

Yes, each vehicle is equipped with A/C.
Is free Wi-Fi available in the accommodation used?

Free Wi-Fi available in each accommodation.

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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