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Overview

Majestic Northeast Vietnam 7-Day will take you from the bustling streets of Hanoi to the stunning natural wonders of the north. You’ll traverse scenic mountain passes and visit iconic sites like Ban Gioc Waterfall and Ba Be Lake, experiencing the untouched beauty of Vietnam's landscapes. Enjoy cultural encounters with local communities, savor traditional cuisine, and discover the historical significance of places like Pac Bo. Conclude your journey with a breathtaking cruise through the limestone karsts of Halong Bay, making memories that will last a lifetime.

Itinerary in brief

Day 01: Hanoi Arrival
Day 02: Hanoi - Cao Bang 
Day 03: Cao Bang - Ban Gioc Waterfall - Nguom Ngao Cave - Cao Bang 
Day 04: Cao Bang - Ba Be Lake - Biking to Hua Ma Cave - Silver Waterfall 
Day 05: Ba Be Lake - Boat trip - Dau Dang Waterfall - Transfer to Hanoi  
Day 06: Hanoi - Halong - Hanoi 
Day 07: Hanoi - Departure

Detail program

Day 01: Hanoi Arrival
Arrival in Noi Bai airport, you will be picked up and transferred to the hotel in the city center. Free time to relax or explore the city by your own. Overnight in hotel 
Day 02: Hanoi - Cao Bang 
Have breakfast at the hotel before your driver picks you up from your hotel in the Old Quarter and the Opera House for your journey to Cao Bang. As you travel, you'll experience a series of famous mountain passes, including Giang Pass and Gio Pass.
Enjoy lunch at a restaurant located on Gio Pass. After your meal, you'll continue your journey to Cao Bang, taking in the breathtaking scenery of more mountain passes such as Khau Khang Pass, Cao Bac Pass, and Tai Ho Sin Pass.
15:30: Arrive in Pac Bo, where you'll visit the historic site of Pac Bo, located about 50 km from Cao Bang city. Here, you'll explore the residence and activities of President Ho Chi Minh during the resistance years from 1941 to 1945, snap some memorable photos at Lenin Stream and Karl Marx Mountain, and visit the Coc Bo Cave.
18:30: You will return to Cao Bang city for dinner, followed by check-in at your hotel to rest. The evening is yours to freely explore the vibrant nightlife of Cao Bang.
Overnight in Cao Bang.
Day 03: Cao Bang - Ban Gioc Waterfall - Nguom Ngao Cave - Cao Bang 
Have breakfast at the hotel before departing to visit Ban Gioc Waterfall. 
Located about 90 km from Cao Bang city, Ban Gioc is one of the most stunning waterfalls in Vietnam. You can marvel at the majestic natural scenery as massive torrents of water cascade from a height of 30 meters, resembling three beautiful white silk ribbons from a distance.
Explore the Ngườm Ngao Cave, where you can admire the "four pillars of heaven," towering stone columns that seem to reach for the sky. The central area offers a spacious environment, while the treasure area dazzles with shimmering golden and silver stalactites.
Have lunch at a restaurant near Ban Gioc Waterfall.

In the afternoon, you will head to Cao Bang city center, check into the hotel, and take some time to rest.
18:00: Have dinner at a local restaurant and free-time explore the vibrant nightlife in Cao Bang. 
Overnight in Cao Bang.
Day 04: Cao Bang - Ba Be Lake - Biking to Hua Ma Cave - Silver Waterfall 
07:00:
Have breakfast at the hotel before departing for Ba Be Lake.
Explore Ba Be Lake:
Board a boat to discover Ba Be Lake, the largest natural lake in Vietnam, currently nominated as a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Discover Ao Tien, a crystal-clear lake atop limestone mountains, believed to be a place where fairies used to bathe.

12:00: 
Return to the boat dock for lunch and  time to relax.
14:00: Join your guide for a cycling tour to admire the scenery. Learn about the daily lives of the local ethnic people. Explore Hua Ma Cave and Silver Waterfall.
Hua Ma Cave, nestled in Ba Be National Park, is a captivating tourist destination known for its stunning limestone formations and intriguing legends. Visitors are greeted with a refreshing coolness as they ascend over 200 steps, enjoying breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape. 
Silver  Waterfall is renowned for its pristine beauty and mysterious sounds, earning the nickname "Horse Waterfall" due to the echoing sounds of the cascading water. The waterfall, approximately 40 meters high, creates white foamy tiers resembling a curtain amidst the lush green mountains and forests.
17:00: Transfer to your hotel to check in.
19:00: Enjoy dinner in a stilt house.
Evening option: Request a cultural program featuring performances of Then singing and Tay dancing.
Overnight in Ba Be.
Day 05: Ba Be Lake - Boat Trip - Dau Dang Waterfall - Transfer to Hanoi  
07:30: Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before starting a one-day exploration of Ba Be Lake by boat.
You will embark on a local boat on Ba Be Lake, where the boatman will guide you through the first section known as Pe Lam, before navigating around the two islands of Po Gia Mai. As you glide along the lakeside, take in the sight of ancient tree roots cascading into the water.
Continuing to the end of the lake, the boatman will steer you up the Nang River towards Puong Cave, a grand cavern with a large entrance adorned with impressive stalactites, and home to thousands of bats in its darker recesses. Archaeological evidence of prehistoric inhabitants has also been uncovered in this area.
As you proceed down the Nang River, the boatman will make a stop at a riverside Tay ethnic village, where you can explore and observe their agricultural practices. 

Once you reach Dau Dang Waterfall, enjoy lunch at a nearby riverside restaurant.
On the return to Ba Be Lake, you’ll visit An Ma Temple before taking a short trek through the jungle to the wharf.
13:00 - 13:30: Return to Hanoi.
18:00 - 18:30: Check into your hotel, relax, and enjoy dinner. You’ll have the evening free to explore the city.
Overnight in Hanoi.
Day 06: Hanoi - Halong Bay - Hanoi 
Today’s long drive takes you across a large part of Vietnam’s section to Halong Bay, the World Heritage, which is created by the imposing nature. 
You’ll departure early from the hotel, traverse rough roads and smooth, cross rice paddies until you reach the ocean at Halong Bay. 
Halong means, “Where the dragon descends into the sea”, only this name itself already contains an occult. You’ll find here a lot of legends handed down from one generation to another. There are over 3,000 islands, composed of carboniferous chalk and covered with green vegetation.
08:15 - 08:50: Get picked up at the hotel in Hanoi Old Quater/ Opera House to depart for Halong Bay. Our journey follows Hanoi – Haiphong- Tuan Chau Highway (about a 3 hours drive).
12:00: Arrive at Tuan Chau Harbor, get on 5 STARS LUXURY CRUISE with our crew’s warly welcome. Then start the excursion to discovery  the beauty of the world heritage site.
12:30: Enjoy a special  lunch with more than 30 dishes on the boat .While having lunch, the boat will passing by  the beautiful scenery on both sides with thousands of limestone such as Fighting Chicken and Incense Buner Islets – 2 symbols of Halong Bay.
14:00: Arrive at Bo Hon Island, and you will visit Sung Sot Cave – the most beautiful cave with a lot of stalagmites and stalactites.
14:45: Do kayaking or bamboo boat through Luon Cave to discover the beautiful lagoon.
15:15: Visit Ti Top Island with its sandy beach. You can go swimming here or trek up to the top of the island for sightseeing all of Halong bay
16:00: Back to the boat for the sunset party (with wine, tea, fruits, and biscuits) meanwhile the boat is cruising back to the harbor
17:45: Arrive back at the harbor. Get on the bus and return to Hanoi.
Overnight in Hanoi.
Day 07: Hanoi - Departure
After breakfast, we transfer to the airport for your flight off.
Your room is available until 12h00.

Services inclus

SERVICES INCLUDED
  • Private vehicles with air conditioner with driver;
  • Local English speaking guide;
  • Entrance fees (without camera fees) indicated in the itinerary;
  • Lunches & dinners as indicated in the itinerary;
  • Breakfast included in the hotels;
  • One mineral water for the excursion;
  • Onboard insurance and service charges;
SERVICES EXCLUDED
  • Entry visa;
  • International & domestic flights;
  • Insurance of all kinds (except onboard insurance);
  • Drinks during the meals;
  • The meals are not indicated in the itinerary;
  • Personal expenses;
  • Tips for the guide(s), driver(s) and porter (s) & some other places;

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Thank You for an Amazing Trip

Jason
22/05/2024

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