Hanoi – Sapa (L, D)

Sapa - We will pick you up at your hotel in Hanoi and drive you to Sapa, and you can spend the 5 hour drive there simply relaxing and taking in the views. You will arrive around midday and check in at your hotel and enjoy a quick lunch before we set out on a 3-4 hour trek along small trails and through the small, charming villages of Lao Chai and Ta Van. You will meet many locals from the H’mong and Dzay tribes en-route.
Once we reach Ta Van, our driver will be waiting to take you back to Sapa for dinner and an overnight stay.

Ta Van Village - Sapa has been famous for the charming beauty of a mountainous town, which attracts millions of visitors annually. Coming to this town, you will be offered a wide range of choices for places of interest, each destination has its own special features. And if you are finding a peaceful place to escape from the busy life, Ta Van Village is an ideal selection for you.

Trekking in Sapa (B, L, D)

Cat Cat village - What’s most interesting about Vietnam isn’t its sceneries, but its various ethnic groups. Visit the country’s most notable indigenous people in this tour of Cat Cat Village. Home of the Black H’Mong people, this village is the oldest settlement in the entirety of Sapa.

Trek your way to the hill tribe and discover a farming community that sustains itself through its cultural goods and agricultural expertise. Make the most out of your 3km journey by taking pictures of the natural beauty abundant in the region. Upon arrival, discover a small village near a hill, surrounded by fields of rice terraces and corn. Be greeted by the sight of local women working with looms, which will turn into vibrant brocades of all colors and themes. Get your loved ones cloth pieces, as well as other products available on site.

After shopping for souvenirs, head to the French commissioned old Hydro Electric Power Station.

Sapa – Ha Giang (B, L, D)

Ha Giang - Today we head for Sapa by car, stopping at Hoang A Tuong (“The Cat King’s House”) and then at Chang Village for lunch. We then continue deeper into Ha Giang, making sure to enjoy the scenery as we pass by it, before arriving a small Tay village around 6pm, at which point we’ll be served a home-cooked meal and settle in for an overnight stay in the homestay.

Dinh Vua Meo - Vuong Family’s Palace is one of the few sites in Ha Giang travelers can visit for magnificent architecture and historical values. The mansion is about 14km from the town of Dong Van, in the locality of Sa Phin Commune.

As the residence of the one who was hailed ‘King of H’mong people’, the palace was surrounded by two walls built from carved stones. The outer wall is 60cm thick and 2m high. The inner wall is even thicker and more robust. In between these walls, a row of oleanders was planted on the 50m-wide land.

The Vuong family’s Palace is just like a stone castle among the nature, protected by the high canopy of special trees in Ha Giang. The mansion itself is a masterpiece of architecture, taking 10 years of construction to finish as it’s seen nowadays. At the time the mansion was built, the amount of money spent on its expense was considered a very large sum which equalizes about 150 billion of Vietnam Dong.

Ha Giang – Dong Van (B, L, D)

Dong Van Karst Plateau Geopark - After getting the permits from the immigration office in Ha Giang, you will be taken across a succession of stunning passes with absolutely jaw-ping views until you reach the mountain town of Tam Son where lunch will be served.
Once you’ve eaten, we will take you to the H’mong palace which once belonged to the “King of the H’mong” and was constructed by French and Chinese architects, leading to an interesting fusion of styles. The palace was once infamous for being used to store opium and weapons but was abandoned in the 1950’s and the descendants of the family now live in France and Canada.
After the palace we continue on to Dong Van, arriving at 18:00, where you’ll have dinner and stay the night in a hotel.

Dong Van – Meo Vac – Cao Bang (B, L, D)

Ma Pi Leng Pass - Visiting Ma Pi Leng Pass allows travelers to immerse themselves in the natural beauty of the region while also experiencing the rich cultural heritage of the local ethnic communities. The journey along the pass is an adventure in itself, with numerous opportunities for hiking and motorbiking.

Cao Bang – Ban Gioc Waterfall (B, L, D)

Ban Gioc Waterfall - Detian Falls - Most of our guests consider this day the highlight of the tour, as we visit one of the most amazing sites in all of Vietnam: Ban Gioc Waterfall. After breakfast we set out for the two hour dream before reaching this breath-taking cascade located right on the border with China. In fact, this location makes it the 4th largest frontier waterfall in the world, aside from also being the largest waterfall period in Southeast Asia. We’ll spend quite some time here, allowing you to explore, take photos, enjoy the views and even take a bamboo boat so close to the waterfall you can feel the water hitting your face!
We then proceed to Nguom Ngao Cave, which features some stunning rock formations formed by millennia of erosion. Once we’ve explored the cave, we travel down a beautiful road to the Nung village of Quan Uyen, where Mr. Hung Dao, the local blacksmith, will welcome you into his home for dinner and an overnight stay.

Nguom Ngao Cave - Nguom Ngao Cave is a natural wonder nestled in Gun Village of Cao Bang Province in Northern Vietnam, which lies in close proximity to the Vietnam-China border. This province is known for its stunning natural beauty, with lush mountains, picturesque valleys, and enchanting waterfalls.

Nguom Ngao Cave is approximately 3 kilometers away from Ban Gioc Waterfall, one of the most magnificent waterfalls in Vietnam. This proximity to Ban Gioc Waterfall makes it a convenient addition to any traveler’s itinerary, as they can explore both natural wonders in one visit.

Cao Bang – Ba Be National Park (B, L, D)

Ba Be National Park - Once we’ve had breakfast, we say goodbye to our host and set out for Ba Be National Park by travelling through Ma Phuc Pass. Once in the park, you’ll have plenty of time to explore the lake in any way you wish, whether it’s by trekking, cycling or on the waters themselves.

Ba Be Lake - For a sightseeing tour of the northeast region, a fantastic place to start is Ba Be National Park in Ba Be District, Bac Kan Province. There is a huge amount to explore here, with a vast variety of flora and fauna - including many species of butterflies - as well as interesting geology and landscapes to discover.

Ba Be National Park – Hanoi (B, L)

Ba Be National Park - Once you’ve enjoyed a home-cooked breakfast at the homestay, we’ll take you for a stroll along the riverfront to visit some other villages that are nearby, like Pac Ngoi, followed by a short hike to a viewpoint that will provide some impressive views of the surrounding mountains. After this we enter Hua Ma Cave, famous for its staggering number of stalactites and stalagmites.
Once finished in the cave, it’s time to have lunch and return to Hanoi, arriving back in the capital around 5pm.

Hua Ma Cave - Hua Mạ Cave is located within the Ba Bể National Park, about 80 kilometres from Bắc Kạn City. Soon after leaving the city, you will find yourself surrounded by a peaceful scenery unfolding in front of our eyes. From afar you can see the mountains playing hide-and-seek with the dawn fog. The first rays of sun shining on the reeds blowing in the wind created a perfect painting, dotted with smiling local farmers, their cattles and market stalls along the road.

• Experienced English speaking guide
• All sightseeing tickets (Travel permit)
• Homestays / Hotels - Private Room
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
• A/C transfer with modern/new car, minibus

• Personal Expenses

This tour is perfect for nature lovers and trekking enthusiasts who wish to get a comprehensive tour of Vietnam’s remote north. Across 8 days we will take you all over the north, visiting villages and marveling at amazing landscapes from Sapa to Ha Giang, and Ba Be National Park. The tour also takes you to the largest waterfall in all of Southeast Asia: Ban Gioc Waterfall.

If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.