Discover Ha Giang In Depth (Incl. Xa Phin) - 4 Days 3 Nights

🌟 TOUR HIGHLIGHTS:

• Stroll Xa Phin Village with its moss-covered stilt houses, ancient Shan Tuyet tea forests, and some of Vietnam’s most dramatic rice terraces.
• Trek through lush jungle to Khau Lan Waterfall, a hidden gem of Quan Ba, Ha Giang
• Meet the Dao, H’Mong, and Lo Lo communities; learn living crafts—hemp weaving, silversmithing, fire-dance rituals.
• Explore the Lung Cu Flag Tower and Lo Lo Chai Village at Vietnam’s northernmost point.
• Hike the White Cliff Trail for bird’s-eye views over Ma Pi Leng Pass and the Tu San Canyon.
• Cruise & kayak the emerald Nho Que River between towering limestone gorges.
• Stay in authentic homestays in Nam Dam, Dong Van, and Pa Vi, rustic charm, warm hospitality.

✨ DETAILED ITINERARY:

DAY 0: ARRIVE IN HÀ GIANG CITY

Arrive in Ha Giang City before tour start. We provide 01 pre-tour dorm night for early arrivals. On request, we can arrange round-trip sleeper buses at 07:00 / 12:00 / 16:00 / 21:00 (including VIP “palace” cabin buses, single/double cabins).

DAY 1: HA GIANG – XA PHIN VILLAGE – KHAU LAN WATERFALL – NAM DAM VILLAGE [B/ L/ D]

07:30: Meet your guide at our Ha Giang office (early arrivals may rest in our dorm) or a designated pick-up point. Trip briefing, breakfast, then depart.

09:00: Xa Phin Hamlet: moss clad stilt houses on the slopes of Tay Con Linh, Shan Tuyet tea hills, the pretty Nai/ Hươu Waterfall, and sweeping rice-terrace vistas among Vietnam’s finest.

11:30: Lunch in Xa Phin with highland Dao specialties (Tay Con Linh flavors).

14:00: Khau Lan Waterfall: an easy ~1 km rainforest trek under cool canopies to one of Ha Giang’s most majestic, untamed cascades. Time for photos and a refreshing stream dip (conditions permitting).

16:30: Arrive Nam Dam Village, cultural space of the Long-Dress Dao (Dao áo dài), known for living heritage like fire jumping and cấp sắc ceremonies (seasonal). Dinner, culture exchange

Overnight in Nam Dam

DAY 2: LUNG TAM WEAVING – SAO HA VILLAGE – LAO XA SILVERSMITHS – LO LO CHAI [B/ L/ D]

07:00: Breakfast at the homestay.

08:30: Lung Tam Linen Cooperative: discover 40+ steps of traditional hemp/linen making and its meaning in H’mong life.

10:00: Sao Ha (“Ghost Village”): a secluded, centuries-old H’mong hamlet tied to Dong Van warlord tales and filming locations of Vietnamese thrillers.

11:30: Lunch in Pho Cao (Dong Van).

13:00: Lao Xa Village: meet artisan silversmith families preserving hand-forged silver amid the stone desert scenery.

16:00: Lo Lo Chai beneath Lung Cu Flag Tower: slow village walk and cultural encounters.

17:30: Arrive Dong Van. Hotel check-in, dinner (try the local black chicken hotpot), and a free evening to wander the lantern-lit Old Quarter; campfire/music activities when available.

Overnight in Central Dong Van

DAY 3: WHITE CLIFF TRAIL – NHO QUE 3 RIVER – PA VI VILLAGE [B/ L/ D]

07:00: Breakfast in the Old Quarter.

08:00: (If weekend) browse the early Dong Van market for a lively ethnic fair experience.

09:00: From the Youth Volunteers Monument, begin the White Cliff Trail (6+ km) with balcony views over Ma Pi Leng Pass, Nho Que River and Tu San Canyon. Iconic photo points en route (cliff ledge, “happy twin tree,” “fairy’s eye”).

11:30: Lunch in Meo Vac with highland specialties.

14:00: Nho Que 3 (Phong Luu Gorge): motorboat into the serene gorge; signature rock photo stop; optional kayaking and river swim when safe.

16:00: Arrive Pa Vi Mong Cultural Village (Meo Vac), a tranquil village with poetic lục-bát layout.

17:00: Homestay check-in, BBQ dinner & overnight in Pa Vi.

Overnight in Pa Vi homestay

DAY 4: MEO VAC KARST CRATER – MAU DUE – HA GIANG [B/ L/ _]

07:00: Breakfast at the homestay.

07:30: (If Sunday) visit the vibrant Meo Vac market.

08:00: Explore the giant Meo Vac Sinkhole, with lush vegetation inside its wide karst rim.

10:00: Begin the scenic drive Meo Vac to Mau Due, with photo stops at the iconic M-shaped Curves.

12:00: Lunch in Mau Due.

13:00: Continue the beautiful Mau Due – Duong Thuong – Thuan Hoa backroad; stops at Lung Ho Outpost, Duong Thuong Valley, and viewpoints.

16:00: Arrive Ha Giang City. Freshen up and rest at our office while awaiting your sleeper bus—choose an afternoon departure (approx. 16:30–17:00) for same-day return, or the night bus (approx. 22:00) arriving early the next morning.

Free time to explore Ha Giang City (own expense).

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📍 PRACTICAL INFO:

• Duration: 4 Days/ 3 Nights (excluding transfer day)
• Accommodation: Local homestays, boutique hotels (private/ dorm options)
• Transport: Motorbike (self-ride or driver) or private car with A/C
• Difficulty: Moderate (light treks up to 2–4km)
• Best for: Adventure travelers, expats in Vietnam, cultural explorers

✅ WHAT’S INCLUDED:

• Accommodations during the tour: twin/double rooms (2 guests/room) as per itinerary
• 1 complimentary pre-tour dorm night in Ha Giang
• Meals as indicated (B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner)
• Drinking water: 2 bottles/person/day
• Local, English-speaking guide throughout the Ha Giang journey (tour lead)
• Transportation during the tour: self-ride motorbike / motorbike with driver / private A/C car as arranged
• Entrance fees & activities listed in the itinerary
• Travel insurance up to 120,000,000 VND per case

❌ WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED

• Single-room supplement (if you require a private room)
• Food & drinks outside the stated meal plan
• Any services not mentioned in the inclusions
• Round-trip sleeper bus to/from Ha Giang: 500,000 – 700,000 VND/person (we can arrange on request)
• Flights (if any)
• Personal expenses (laundry, phone, etc.)
• 10% VAT invoice surcharge if required
• Border-permit surcharge for foreigners: 250,000 VND/person
• Tips for guide/driver (optional)
• Public holiday surcharges