HIGHLIGHTS:
- Visit one of Vietnam’s most beautiful waterfalls, situated on the border with China.
- Travel from Hanoi through rural villages, rice paddies, and limestone mountains, with stops for views and photos.
- Explore a local village, observe daily life, and learn about sugarcane farming.
- Cruise on a sampan near Ban Gioc Waterfall, experiencing its stunning beauty up close.
- Discover Muong Ngao Cave, Ban Gioc Pagoda, and Mountain Angle Eye for panoramic views and cultural insights.
DETAILED ITINERARY:
Day 1: Hanoi – Ban Gioc Waterfall
Experience a seamless journey with luxury Open Air Jeep pickup from your Hanoi hotel between 6:20 – 6:40 AM. Depart towards Ban Gioc Waterfall, renowned as one of Vietnam’s top natural wonders and among the world’s ten most beautiful waterfalls.
Traveling through Hanoi’s old quarter and Lang Son province, enjoy scenic views of rural villages and limestone mountains. Along the way, we’ll pause at viewpoints for photo opportunities and relaxation.
Continuing through Dong Khe district in Cao Bang Province, we’ll follow the national road along the China border, stopping to explore local villages and vast sugarcane farms. Lunch will be served in Quang An town around 12:45 – 1:00 PM.
After lunch, journey to Ban Gioc Waterfall, passing by the traditional village of Khuoi Ky, known for its stone houses. Check into your accommodation nearby, relax, and then visit the waterfall.
Witness the breathtaking sight of the waterfall nestled in the valley, and take a sampan boat ride for an up-close view.
Spend about an hour at the waterfall before returning to your homestay for an evening of village exploration, relaxation, dinner, and perhaps a lively water party.
Day 2: Khuoi Ky – Nguom Ngao Cave – Ban Gioc Pagoda – Bai Co Chay – Mountain Angle Eye – Cao Bang City
Enjoy breakfast at 7:30 AM before checking out. At 8:30 AM, embark on your Jeep for an adventure-packed day. Discover the spectacular Nguom Ngao Cave with its stunning stalactites and stalagmites.
Then, visit Ban Gioc Pagoda for panoramic views of the waterfall and the border with China, learning about the area’s history.
Continuing along the national road, delve into the picturesque Co Chay Valley for a scenic lunch break at a local restaurant. Afterward, journey to Mountain Angle Eye for expansive views of grassy fields and limestone mountains. Explore the area, capture memorable photos, and absorb the local stories.
In the late afternoon, head to Cao Bang city for an overnight stay. Enjoy an evening stroll through the Night Market, experiencing the vibrant nightlife of Cao Bang.
Day 3: Cao Bang – Phia Thap Village – Quang Hoa – Return to Hanoi
After breakfast and check-out, load your belongings onto our Jeep by 9:00 AM. Depart Cao Bang city for Phia Thap village, known for incense-making and local culture. Visit a family to learn about their traditions before heading to Quang Hoa town for lunch.
Later in the afternoon, our limousine will transport you back to Hanoi, with an estimated arrival time around 7:00 PM.