Hanoi - Quang Uyen - Khuoi Ky Stone Village

Hanoi Opera House - At 8:00 am, a tour guide and vehicle from Paradise Indochina Travel will pick you up from your hotel. Enjoy the picturesque rural landscapes along the way. (The Hanoi Opera House serves as a meeting point for those not requiring hotel pickup and is not included as a visit in the itinerary.) The tour guide and vehicle will collect you from your hotel or the airport. Please note:

1. For hotel pickup, provide the hotel name and address.
2. For airport pickup, provide flight number and arrival time, and proceed directly to Ba Be for the tour.

Đền Mẫu - Travel to Lang Son and then drive towards the Vietnam-China border, a journey of about four hours. Arrive at the Dong Dang Mother Temple (Đền Mẫu Đồng Đăng). After lunch at a local restaurant in Dong Dang (lunch is not included in the tour; the guide will assist in finding a local restaurant, costing approximately 9 USD per person), continue the trip to visit Mother’s Temple and Dong Khe, a historical site of the Battle of Dong Khe during the First Indochina War. This battle occurred in Dong Khe, Tonkin Province, in September and October 1950, resulting in a Viet Minh victory.

Phuc Sen Forging Village - Upon arrival at the village, the sound of hammer strikes fills the air. The blacksmith craft has thrived here for centuries. Unlike many other crafts facing decline, the blacksmithing tradition of the Nùng An Community has not only survived but flourished. Most products are crafted manually, as relying solely on machinery would reduce their quality. The Nùng An people produce a wide range of items, including plow blades, hoe blades, sickles, machetes, shovels, knives, hammers, axes, saws, chisels, and planes. Phúc Sen forged products have established a reputable brand, favored by locals and tourists alike. This craft has lifted the community out of poverty, providing a sustainable livelihood.

Khuoi Ky Stone Village - Enjoy dinner and an overnight stay in the unique stone village of Khuoi Ky, creating sweet memories.

Khuoi Ky Stone Village - Ban Gioc Waterfall - Ba Be Lake

Ban Gioc Waterfall - Detian Falls - After breakfast at the homestay, depart for Trung Khanh, located on the China border. Meet the Nung people in Phuoc Sen, a mountainous village renowned for its traditional blacksmith craft. The farming tools made here are essential to the lifestyle, evident in the surrounding rice paddies and fields.

Amidst these stunning landscapes lies the breathtaking Ban Gioc Waterfall, spanning over 300 meters, with half in Vietnam and half in China.

Nguom Ngao Cave - After enjoying the powerful atmosphere of Ban Gioc Falls and capturing fantastic photos, head to another natural wonder, Nguom Ngao Cave. This cave extends 2,144 meters underground, filled with incredible stalactites and stalagmites.

Ba Be National Park - Return to Cao Bang town and descend the snake pass to Ba Be Lake. Spend the night in a traditional Tay ethnic family house. At the homestay, relax and enjoy a meal of home-cooked local food.

Ba Be Lake - Hanoi

Ba Be National Park - Have breakfast with the Tay ethnic family. Embark on a boat trip on Ba Be Lake, where you can relax, spot wildlife, or take a refreshing swim in the cool, clean waters.

As you float on Ba Be Lake, admire the surrounding karsts adorned with wild vegetation and home to various fascinating creatures.

The boat ride along the Nang River includes exploring the stunning Ba Be Lake and the caves of Puong Grotto, where you can see stalactites and stalagmites formed by river erosion on the karst, and observe a bat colony several thousand strong.

Return to the homestay. Relax before enjoying a wonderful lunch prepared by the host (lunch is not included in the tour; the guide will assist in requesting the host to prepare lunch if needed, costing approximately 9 USD per person). Then pack for the return journey to Hanoi.

Old Quarter - Depart for the return journey to Hanoi, approximately 150 miles (230 kilometers). Stop at some tea plantations on the hills before returning to your hotel in the vibrant city of Hanoi.

• Private transfer for the entire tour
• Accommodation in 3-star hotel or homestay for 2 nights
• Dinner included
• Breakfast included
• English-speaking guide for the entire tour

This journey will lead you from the expansive lakes and limestone karsts of Ba Be National Park to the untamed and rough terrains of Cao Bang to witness the most breathtaking Ban Gioc waterfall in Vietnam.

You will be traversing through the secluded regions in the north of Vietnam, skimming along the Chinese border and dwelling with local households to learn about the distinct cultures and traditions of Vietnam.

Embark on a picturesque sail along the Nang River and Ba Be Lake; discover the caves of Puong Grotto; and spend a night at an ethnic minority homestay in the Tay village.

Travel further off the common path as you marvel at natural wonders like the Nguom Ngao cave and the Ban Gioc Waterfall, straddling the boundary of Vietnam and China.

• This is a private trip, you can request for a pickup at your place or go the “meeting point”

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.