Hanoi – Ha Giang Rocky Plateau Tour – 4 Days

General Information

Tour route: Hanoi – Ha Giang – Quan Ba – Dong Van – Meo Vac – Ma Pi Leng pass – Ha Giang – Ba Be Lake – Hanoi
Duration: 4 Days/3 Nights
Date: No fixed, up to your time
Highlights: Ethnic Village Discovery, Former H’Mong King’s Palace, Flag tower, Ancient town of Dong Van
Tour Customizable: Definitely! (Tell us your specific requirements in the inquiry form)
Guides: Local Guide (English Speaking Guide, Other Languages upon Request)
Transportation: Private first-class air-conditioned vehicles
Start/End: Hanoi/Hanoi
Tour Type: Landscape and Nature, Northern Mountain Tribe Exploration
Tour Categories: Ha Giang tours
Active level: Adventure, Moderate Walking & Trekking

Brief Itinerary

Day 1: Hanoi – Ha Giang
Day 2: Ha Giang – Quan Ba – Yen Minh – Lung Cu – Dong Van
Day 3: Dong Van – Ma Pi Leng Pass – Meo Vac – Ba Be Lake
Day 4: Ba Be Lake – Hanoi

Day 1: Hanoi – Ha Giang (L,D)

This morning, we take a scenic drive from Hanoi to Ha Giang known for its magnificent landscapes and the unique cultural characters of ethnic minorities. During the drive, we stop for visit and take photos of some small villages along the road. On your arrival on Ha Giang, let’s spend a short time walking around and sightseeing Tay and Nung village, then stay in a nearby breathtaking valley. Sleep in Ha Giang tonight.

Day 2: Ha Giang – Quan Ba – Yen Minh – Lung Cu – Dong Van (B, L, D)

Move to a new site in Quan Ba District to visit Bo Y ethnic village. We have lunch in Yen Minh town and take a short rest within an hour before visiting the Former H’Mong King Palace in Sa Phin Village. Head to Flag Tower on the top of Lung Cu Mount between the border of Vietnam and China, which is higher about 1.470 km than the sea level. In the late afternoon, continue the trip to Dong Van District, then we go on sightseeing in the ancient town after taking a rest. Overnight in Dong Van Town.

Day 3: Dong Van – Ma Pi Leng Pass – Meo Vac – Ba Be Lake (B, L, D)

Depart from the early morning, we today will visit other famous attractions of Ha Giang before shifting the journey to the Northeast – Bac Kan Province. If our trip falls on the weekend, we will have the opportunity to visit Dong Van Ethnic Market where we can buy a variety of goods and hand-made products like brocade or handicrafts made by ethnic people. After experiencing the eventful atmosphere in the local market, we drive along the Nho Que River and marvel at one of the most spectacular passes in Vietnam – Ma Pi Leng Pass. You will get amazed when seeing the whole breathtaking scenery from the top. 2 hours later, we move to Meo Vac to have a rest before the drive to Bac Kan. In Ba Be Lake, let’s enjoy the peace in your soul after a long day with the nice river view from Pac Ngoi Village. Tonight, we will have dinner, and beer time, and sleep in a beautiful homestay.

Day 4: Ba Be Lake – Hanoi (B, L)

This morning, we will take a boat trip on Ba Be Lake – the largest natural lake in Vietnam with over 650 hectares of area and nearly 8 km of length. Along the river, we will next marvel at majestic Puong Cave in Ba Be National Park before visiting Dau Dang Waterfall. We take a walk around it while waiting for our lunch in a minority restaurant. Have a short rest in Pac Ngoi Village, then we prepare to go back to Hanoi which is far from here about 240 km. Return to Hanoi in the late afternoon when your holiday ends.