Tour Name: Ba Be Lake, Ban Gioc Waterfall & Pac Bo History – 4D3N Adventure Private Tour
Tour Overview: Hanoi – Cao Bang (1N) – Cao Bang Exploration (1N) – Pac Bo & Ba Be Lake (1N) – Ba Be Lake & Hanoi
WHY CHOOSE THIS TOUR?
- A Complete Journey: This is a tour that uniquely combines the three symbolic destinations of the Northeast: the natural beauty of Ban Gioc, the historical significance of Pac Bo, and the peaceful serenity of Ba Be Lake.
- Authentic Cultural Immersion: Visit traditional craft villages and stay at a stilt house with Tay and Nung ethnic families, helping you gain a deeper understanding of the local way of life and customs.
- Optimized Itinerary: The tour is logically structured to give you ample time to explore each destination thoroughly without feeling rushed.
- Professional Guidance: You will be accompanied by an experienced, local English-speaking guide who will enrich your journey with fascinating stories and insights.
Outline Itinerary:
- Day 1: Hanoi - Thai Nguyen - Cao Bang (L, D), Overnight in Cao Bang
- Day 2: Cao Bang - Ban Gioc - Khuoi Ky - Truc Lam - Nguom Ngao (B, L, D), Overnight in Cao Bang
- Day 3: Cao Bang - Pac Bo - Ba Be Lake (B, L, D), Overnight in Ba Be
- Day 4: Discover Ba Be Lake - Return to Hanoi (B, L)
DETAILED ITINERARY
Day 1: HANOI - THAI NGUYEN - CAO BANG (L, D)
- Morning: At 08:00 AM, depart from Hanoi. Stop to visit the Museum of the Cultures of Vietnam’s Ethnic Groups in Thai Nguyen.
- Afternoon: Continue the journey to Cao Bang, enjoying lunch and the scenic views along the way.
- Evening: Arrive at a traditional Nung ethnic homestay. Have a delicious local dinner and spend the night here.
Day 2: CAO BANG - BAN GIOC WATERFALL - KHUOI KY - TRUC LAM - NGƯƠM NGAO CAVE (B, L, D)
- Morning: After breakfast, begin the journey to Trung Khanh district. Stop at Phuc Sen blacksmith village to learn about the traditional craft of the Nung people.
- Afternoon: Arrive at the Ban Gioc scenic area. First, you'll visit Khuoi Ky Stone Village with its unique stone stilt house architecture. Next, admire the magnificent Ban Gioc Waterfall—one of the largest natural border waterfalls in Southeast Asia. Then, visit Ban Gioc Truc Lam Zen Monastery to pay your respects and enjoy a panoramic view of the waterfall from above. Finally, explore the mystical Nguom Ngao Cave with its unique stalactite system.
- Evening: Return to Cao Bang city, check into your hotel, have dinner, and rest for the night.
Day 3: CAO BANG - PAC BO - BA BE LAKE (B, L, D)
- Morning: After breakfast, depart for the Pac Bo historical site. This is a journey back to the roots, where you will feel the simplicity and extraordinary will of President Ho Chi Minh.
- At Pac Bo: Visit Coc Bo Cave, where Ho Chi Minh lived and worked, and admire the beauty of the legendary Lenin Stream and Marx Mountain.
- Afternoon: After lunch, begin the journey to Ba Be Lake. This will be a long drive, but the scenery along the way is beautiful.
- Evening: Arrive at a traditional Tay ethnic homestay in Ba Be. Have a home-cooked traditional dinner and spend the night.
Day 4: DISCOVER BA BE LAKE - RETURN TO HANOI (B, L)
- Morning: Enjoy a peaceful and relaxing morning in Ba Be. After breakfast, you'll take a boat trip on Ba Be Lake and travel along the Nang River to explore Puong Grotto. Experience the feeling of gliding on the clear blue water, listening to the birds, and admiring the picturesque landscape.
- Afternoon: After a final lunch at the homestay or a lakeside restaurant, begin the drive back to Hanoi.
- Evening (approx. 07:00 PM): Arrive back in Hanoi, concluding your memorable 4-day journey.
IMPORTANT NOTES
- The itinerary is subject to change due to weather conditions or other objective factors. The guide will balance the itinerary for Day 2 (Khuoi Ky Stone Village and Truc Lam Pagoda may be a considered option depending on the actual time on the tour).
- This tour itinerary is very suitable for travelers. However, it does not include a specific day for airport pickup and drop-off in Hanoi.
- Please inform us in advance of any special dietary requests (vegetarian, allergies, etc.).
- It is recommended to bring sports shoes, warm clothes (especially in winter), and mosquito repellent.
- Please respect the local culture and customs.
- The tour starts and ends in Hanoi (airport pick-up/drop-off are not included).
CALL TO ACTION
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