Northeast Vietnam Tour 8 Days

Today you’ll depart from Hanoi and travel north toward Ha Giang, a land of soaring mountains and winding roads. Along the way, there will be two stops as the journey covers roughly 300 km. Upon reaching Ha Giang city, we’ll pause at the symbolic Km 0 milestone on Nguyen Trai Street—the marker that signifies the beginning of every adventure into this northern frontier. From here, leave the city behind and continue toward Quan Ba. The closer you get, the more the scenery reveals its dramatic beauty: deep valleys on one side, rugged peaks on the other, all connected by winding mountain roads. Your first highlight is Heaven’s Gate, perched at 1,500 meters above sea level, where you can take in sweeping views of the surrounding valleys and ranges. The drive continues to the Twin Mountains, a striking natural formation rising gently from rice fields. Further along the Can Ty slope, you’ll pass the famous solitary Nghien tree before reaching Yen Minh town in the evening. Upon arrival, check into your hotel and enjoy dinner.

Overnight in Yen Minh 

Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner 

Savor your local breakfast before moving from Yen Minh to Lung Cu. The road first takes you over Tham Ma Pass, with its sharp bends and steep slopes—a challenge for many travelers but rewarding with a perfect photo spot at the top. Continue to Lung Cam Cultural Village to see H’Mong houses, including Pao's House, once featured in a well-known film. Not far away lies the Vuong Family Palace, standing proudly among limestone peaks. From here, ascend to Lung Cu Flag Tower—the northernmost point of Vietnam and a landmark of sovereignty, pride, and unity. A short walk brings you to Lo Lo Chai Village, where rammed-earth houses with clay roofs and stone fences stand alongside traditional crafts such as embroidery and woodcarving. Afterwards, descend to Dong Van Town for lunch and a short rest around the ancient streets. In the afternoon, continue to conquer Ma Pi Leng Pass for sweeping views of the Dong Van Karst Plateau and the emerald Nho Que River, ending the day with a boat ride through Southeast Asia’s deepest limestone gorge.

Overnight in Meo Vac

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

If your visit falls on a Sunday, start with the Highlanders’ Ethnic Market in Meo Vac for an authentic cultural experience. Journey through Bao Lac Town and ascend the challenging 14-Floor Pass (Me Pia Pass), pausing for breathtaking photography. After lunch, we continue to Pac Bo, the historic site where Ho Chi Minh once sought refuge, visiting Le Nin Spring and Coc Po Cave. This quiet valley is also where he spent his early days in 1941, translating revolutionary texts and laying the groundwork for Vietnam’s independence movement. Arrive in Cao Bang by late afternoon, check in to your hotel, and enjoy dinner before an evening of leisure. On weekends, a stroll along Kim Dong Pedestrian Street offers a glimpse into local life.

Overnight in: Cao Bang

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After breakfast at the hotel, we’ll head to Ban Gioc Waterfall, cascading from the Quay Son River along the Vietnam–China border. One of Southeast Asia’s most majestic waterfalls, its terraced falls create layers of white froth against emerald waters and limestone cliffs, offering a truly breathtaking spectacle. You’ll board a boat to get closer to the falls and experience their full grandeur. Afterward, enjoy a lunch featuring local flavors, then explore the vast Nguom Ngao Cave. According to legend, this was once the tiger’s home, which is why the Tay people named it Nguom Ngao. Nestled in a mountain in Gun Village, Trung Khanh, Cao Bang, the cave presents a geological marvel with intricate stalactites and stalagmites formed over 300 million years. Conclude the day with a visit to Phuc Sen Forging Village to witness traditional local craftsmanship before returning to your hotel in Cao Bang for the night.

Overnight in: Cao Bang

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After bidding farewell to Cao Bang, you’ll travel to Ba Be, covering approximately 110 km and passing through scenic routes such as Tai Ho Sin, Cao Bac, Khau Khang, and Gio Pass. Lunch will be arranged along the way, near Gio Pass. Upon arrival, settle into a traditional stilt house hosted by the Tay ethnic community and spend the afternoon exploring the lakeside surroundings or taking a gentle walk through nearby trails. In the evening, enjoy a home-cooked dinner in the cozy ambience by the serene lake

Overnight in: Ba Be

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner 

Begin your morning with breakfast at the stilt house, accompanied by mist rising over Ba Be Lake. You will board a boat and meander across the jade waters of Ba Be Lake, the largest freshwater lake in Vietnam. The boat will take you to Fairy Pond, An Ma Temple, and Ba Goa Island, all set against tranquil waters and lush, forested hills. After exploring these scenic spots, you will enjoy a lunch of local specialties before transferring back to Hanoi. Along the way, your vehicle will stop at souvenir shops in Bac Kan and Thai Nguyen, giving you the chance to pick up unique local crafts.

You will arrive in Hanoi in the evening, allowing time to relax and unwind after the day’s drives. 

Overnight in Hanoi 

Meals: breakfast, lunch 

Your journey ends with a transfer to the airport for your onward flight. Depart with memories of soaring peaks, vibrant cultures, and the quiet beauty of Northeast Vietnam.

Meals: Breakfast