Embark on a thrilling 1-day tour from Hanoi to Ban Gioc Waterfall, a UNESCO-recognized site in Cao Bang Global Geopark. Immerse yourself in stunning mountainous scenery, explore ethnic villages, and indulge in local cuisine.
Embark on a thrilling 1-day tour from Hanoi to Ban Gioc Waterfall, a UNESCO-recognized site in Cao Bang Global Geopark. Immerse yourself in stunning mountainous scenery, explore ethnic villages, and indulge in local cuisine.
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Hanoi - Night 1: Hanoi – Cao Bang City
7:30 PM – 8:00 PM: Guests book a Grab car to reach the meeting point at My Dinh Bus Station.
9:00 PM – 9:30 PM: Check-in to the VIP sleeper bus heading to Cao Bang City.
Next Morning 5:00 AM – 5:30 AM: Check-in at the homestay and rest until 7:00 AM.
7:00 AM: Receive a warm welcome from the English-speaking…
- Hanoi - Night 1: Hanoi – Cao Bang City
7:30 PM – 8:00 PM: Guests book a Grab car to reach the meeting point at My Dinh Bus Station.
9:00 PM – 9:30 PM: Check-in to the VIP sleeper bus heading to Cao Bang City.
Next Morning 5:00 AM – 5:30 AM: Check-in at the homestay and rest until 7:00 AM.
7:00 AM: Receive a warm welcome from the English-speaking tour guide, who will provide a brief overview of the trip.
- Cao Bang - Day 1: Explore Global Geopark – Traditional Craft Village – Ngao Cave – Trúc Lâm Pagoda – Bản Giốc Waterfall – Hanoi
Travel by car with a local tour guide.
7:00 AM – 7:45 AM: Savor specialized dishes such as Cao Bang Rice Paper, Duck Noodle Soup, and Sour Noodle.
6:45 AM – 8:00 AM: Journey along a scenic road in Global Geopark, from Cao Bang City to Ma Phuc Pass, then follow the village road of ethnic communities. Enjoy the sight of old stilt houses and children’s laughter while admiring the enchanting scenery. If thirsty or hungry, the tour guide will provide water or snacks like Peng Va, Banh Den CB, and Banh Te to keep you energized and happy.
8:00 AM – 8:30 AM: Visit a paper craft or forging village of the Cao Bang people, where visitors can explore stilt houses, learn the art of paper-making/forging, and gain insights into the local lifestyle.
- Cao Bang Province - 8:30 AM – 11:30 AM: Continue on a unique and beautiful route with minimal truck or container traffic, passing through the villages of Tay, Nung, and Dao. Experience the breathtaking scenery that nature has gifted this region.
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM: Visit Ngao Cave (Tiger Cave), renowned for its pristine beauty. Marvel at natural stone columns formed over millions of years, with stalactites sculpted by nature into thousands of stunning shapes like tiger statues, lotus flowers, boats, cacti, jellyfish, and magic sticks.
- Ban Gioc Waterfall - Detian Falls - 12:30 PM – 1:00 PM: Enjoy lunch at Thac Ban Gioc Restaurant, where you can relax and savor the specialized cuisine of Cao Bang and Ban Gioc.
1:00 PM – 1:30 PM: Visit Truc Lam Zen Monastery in Cao Bang, climb to the pagoda for a panoramic view of Ban Gioc Waterfall, surrounded by mountainous landscapes and interwoven waterways. On one side is the Chinese Glass Bridge, and on the other, the serene and poetic Vietnamese rice fields.
1:30 PM – 2:30 PM: Explore Ban Gioc Waterfall, where water cascades down to a river beside fragrant rice fields and a refreshing breeze. Take a boat closer to the waterfall, feeling the mist on your skin, which might give you goosebumps. In the middle of the river lies the Vietnam-China border, offering an unparalleled sense of joy after traveling nearly 100 km to reach this destination.
- Hanoi - 2:30 PM – 3:00 PM: Return to Cao Bang via a different route to avoid repetition in the tour schedule. This path features distant mountains and hills, with lush green fields below, meticulously tended by farmers.
6:00 PM – 7:00 PM: Arrive back in Cao Bang City and enjoy dinner at the homestay.
8:00 PM – 8:30 PM: Return to the hotel to collect luggage while awaiting pickup by the VIP Sleeper Bus.
9:00 PM – 5:00 AM: The VIP Sleeper Bus drops you off at the bus station, and you can take a taxi back to your hotel. Tour concludes.

- Round Transfer From Hanoi to Cao Bang City
- Comfortable Car to travel on Scenic Route
- Entrance Fees and Electric City Car at Ban Gioc Waterfall
- Ethnic Local Tour Guide - Speaking English
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Round Transfer From Hanoi to Cao Bang City
- Comfortable Car to travel on Scenic Route
- Entrance Fees and Electric City Car at Ban Gioc Waterfall
- Ethnic Local Tour Guide - Speaking English
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- 10 % of Tax collect by Cash ( Mandatory Cost )
- Service Charge + Insurance: 10US$/person ( Mandatory Cost )
- Rafting on the River Ban Gioc Waterfall 50 000VND ( Optional )
- 10 % of Tax collect by Cash ( Mandatory Cost )
- Service Charge + Insurance: 10US$/person ( Mandatory Cost )
- Rafting on the River Ban Gioc Waterfall 50 000VND ( Optional )
- Immerse yourself in the breathtaking scenery of mountainous landscapes and intertwining waterways at the UNESCO-recognized Cao Bang Global Geopark.
- Enjoy the refreshing atmosphere, listen to the melodious birdsong, embark on an off-road adventure along the unique, winding passes, and explore new routes through ethnic villages.
- Discover the unique…
- Immerse yourself in the breathtaking scenery of mountainous landscapes and intertwining waterways at the UNESCO-recognized Cao Bang Global Geopark.
- Enjoy the refreshing atmosphere, listen to the melodious birdsong, embark on an off-road adventure along the unique, winding passes, and explore new routes through ethnic villages.
- Discover the unique characteristics and traditions of tribal communities such as the Tày, Nùng, Dao, and H.Mong.
- Delve deeply into the culture, people, and local culinary delights.
- Visit numerous special sites including Lam Son Base, Ngao Cave, Ban Gioc Waterfall, and Tay’s Stone Village.
- Benefit from a local tour guide who is knowledgeable, enthusiastic, and attentive to details.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.