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Adventure to Ban Gioc Waterfall

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Tour Overview

Discover the breathtaking beauty of northern Vietnam on this 9-day adventure, taking you from the bustling capital of Hanoi to the remote natural wonders of Ban Gioc Waterfall and Ba Be Lake. Experience lush landscapes, serene waters, and rich cultural heritage as you journey through some of Vietnam’s most scenic destinations before concluding with a relaxing cruise in Halong Bay.

Tour Highlights

  • Hanoi – Explore Vietnam’s vibrant capital with its bustling Old Quarter and rich history.
  • Ba Be Lake – Discover Vietnam’s largest freshwater lake, surrounded by limestone mountains and lush jungle.
  • Ban Gioc Waterfall – Witness the awe-inspiring beauty of one of Southeast Asia’s most stunning waterfalls.
  • Ninh Binh – Cruise through the limestone landscapes of Tam Coc or Trang An, often called “Halong Bay on land.”
  • Halong Bay – Enjoy a luxury cruise through emerald waters and dramatic limestone islands.

Where to visit?

9DAYS -> Hanoi -> Ba Be Lake -> Ban Gioc Waterfall -> Ninh Binh -> Halong Bay

DETAILED ITINERARY

Welcome to your holiday with Your Vietnam Travel

Upon arrival at Noi bai International Airport, either Domestic or International arrival, after clearing all customs procedures, please proceed to exit gate and look for your guide who will be waiting at the lobby, holding the Your Vietnam Travel's signboard with your name on it. 

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After breakfast, 07.30 meet our guide and heading to 3-hour-drive to the peaceful countryside of Vietnam to Bac Kan province. Your first stopover is Ba Be National Park. Upon there, feast yourself on authentic Vietnamese foods for a lunch at a local restaurant before taking a kayak trip to explore Ba Be Lake where you can immerse in tranquil ambiance while cruising around the emerald water. 

Return to the homestay in the late afternoon and enjoy a local meal for dinner.

Overnight at a homestay in Ba Be.

Meals :Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After breakfast, depart from Ba Be to Cao Bang after a cozy breakfast in the early morning, say goodbye to the host then drive up to Cao Bang for a morning sightseeing at Ban Gioc waterfall in Trung Khanh district which is one of the most beautiful and magnificent waterfalls in Vietnam sharing a part of the border with China. Indulge in the fresh and cool water then return to Cao Bang. Stop at Nguom Ngao cave along the way to visit and admire the amazing stalactites for the rest afternoon. Arrive at Thanh Loan hotel to check in. Overnight here.

 

Meals :Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Enjoy the last breakfast in Cao Bang before coming back to Hanoi via Lang Son, ON the way back we will be stopping at the historical site where The Battle of Dong Khe was fought during the First Indochina War. The fight took place in Dong Khe, in the Province of Tonkin, during September and October 1950, ending with a Viet Minh victory. This is the road less traveled in Vietnam, offering the chance to enjoy some peace and tranquility. Have a lunch before visiting Mother's Temple and Dong Dang Market (a border market between Vietnam and China). Arrive Hanoi late afternoon, free at leisure in your own way.

 

Meals :Breakfast, Lunch

Our guide will pick you up at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter, heading to Ninh Binh, the world heritage site.

The trip starts at Tam Coc area. Taking a rowing Tam Coc Boat Tours from Tam Coc wharf. The boat tour is arranged by local people with their both hands and legs.

Visit 3 Magical Grottos: Hang Ca (First Grotto), Hang Hai (Second Grotto), Hang Ba (Third Grotto) during Tam Coc River Tour

Relax with biking around Tam Coc in 30-45 minutes. If you travel during harvest season, you will see many rice fields in golden colors

Enjoy special food at local restaurant in Tam Coc. Learn how to make Vietnamese cuisine

The tour guide will take you to Hoa Lu Ancient Capital, founded in 968, it remained capital until the early 11th century when Emperor Ly Thai To moved it to today’s Hanoi. Arriving in this beautiful mountainous landscape, you’ll walk 300m to the temples of the Dinh and Le Dynasty

The last destination, Mua cave. The cave is compared with “Great wall of China”. Here you walk 500 steps to reach the top of Mua cave then take a lookout of a splendid overview of Ninh Binh

 

Meals :Breakfast, Lunch

08.00: Have breakfast and check out hotel and be ready for Cuc Phuong National Park.

09.30: We will firstly visit the Endangered Primate Rescue Centre – a non-profit organization dedicated to the rehabilitation, breeding, research, and conservation of endangered primates, and to the protection of their habitats.

12.00: Have lunch in the restaurant with the local foods.

Continue taking a short trek into the National Park for sightseeing and learn more about the fauna and flora in this oldest forest of Vietnam. Back to the Park Centre visit the “Cave of Early Man”.

16.30: get on bus and return to Hanoi. 

19.00: Arrive Back to Ha Noi and get dropped at the hotel. Overnight in Hanoi.

 

Meals :Breakfast, Lunch

Our guide and shuttle bus will pick you up at lobby of hotel at 8.00 - 8.20AM and start journey east to Halong Bay, through picturesque rice-farming villages of the Red River Delta, where we see every day Vietnamese village life. On arrival, we board a beautiful traditional junk and spend a full day and night cruising the bay’s 3000 magnificent limestone islets. In the evening when the boat is anchored in the middle of the stunning lagoon, we enjoy a wonderful seafood meal and later there is opportunity for an evening swim from the side of the boat. Spend the night on our luxurious boat

Meals :Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Awake early and participate in Tai Chi on the top deck or simply relax and enjoy the sunrise over the bay’s towering islands. Enjoy a morning cup of coffee or tea, before setting out to explore nearby islands by rowboat. Return to the junk for breakfast then take advantage of the sundeck and admire the amazing rock formations of Halong. Have brunch on board the boat before returning to Halong pier to get back Hanoi 

Meals :Brunch

All things come to an end and, unfortunately, this is the end of your journey! Meet up with your driver who will take you to the airport for your departure flight.

The regular check-out time is at 1200; late check-out is NOT included.

Meals :Breakfast

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