DETAILED ITINERARY:

DAY 0: ARRIVE IN HA GIANG CITY                                                                                                                  (MEALS: ON YOUR OWN)

Travel independently from Ho Chi Minh City or Hanoi to Ha Giang City. Nomadic Soul Travel can assist with booking comfortable VIP sleeper buses with flexible departure times at 07:00, 12:00, 16:00, or 21:00. 

Upon arrival in Ha Giang City, guests may enjoy one complimentary pre-tour dormitory night at the Nomadic Soul Travel rest area. This allows travelers to relax and prepare before the official itinerary begins the following morning.

Km0 Ha Giang

DAY 1: HA GIANG – QUAN BA – THAM MA PASS – VUONG FAMILY PALACE – DONG VAN                                               (B/L/D)

The journey begins in Ha Giang City, where guests meet the guide and begin the drive into the northern highlands.

The first section of the route climbs gradually toward the Dong Van Karst Plateau, with scenic stops along Bac Sum Pass, Quan Ba Heaven Gate, and the Twin Fairy Mountains. These landscapes offer a striking introduction to the limestone scenery that defines Ha Giang.

Continuing deeper into the plateau, the road reaches Tham Ma Pass, one of the best-known mountain roads in the region, famous for its winding curves and dramatic views.

After lunch, the journey continues to the Vuong Family Palace, also known as the Hmong King’s Palace. This historic residence offers insight into the architecture, history, and cultural identity of the Vuong family and the Hmong people of the Dong Van Plateau.

By late afternoon, arrive in Dong Van town. After dinner, guests may stroll through Dong Van Old Quarter and enjoy the atmosphere of this historic frontier town.

Overnight in Dong Van.

Tham Ma Pass

DAY 2: DONG VAN – LUNG CU – NHO QUE RIVER – MEO VAC                                                                                                (B/L/D)

The day begins in Dong Van with breakfast and, if the timing coincides with the weekend, a glimpse into the colorful local market culture of the highlands.

The journey continues north toward Lung Cu Flag Tower, one of the most symbolic landmarks in Vietnam. Nearby, guests visit the northernmost point of the country and continue to Lo Lo Chai, a beautiful village where the Lo Lo community maintains its distinctive cultural life in the shadow of Lung Cu.

After lunch in Dong Van, the road turns toward one of the most spectacular mountain passes in Vietnam.

Ma Pi Leng Pass unfolds with sweeping views across the karst plateau, the deep gorge of Tu San, and the winding Nho Que River below. The experience continues on the water with a boat excursion along the Nho Que River through Tu San Canyon, one of the most iconic natural landscapes in Ha Giang.

By evening, arrive in Meo Vac for dinner and overnight.

Overnight in Meo Vac.

Lung Cu Flag Tower

DAY 03: MEO VA - KHAU COC CHA PASS - PAC BO                                                                                                                     (B/L/D)

Leaving Meo Vac behind, the journey gradually shifts from the rocky heights of Ha Giang toward the greener mountain valleys of Cao Bang.

The route passes along beautiful roads beside the Gam River and through a series of quiet valleys before reaching Bao Lac, where lunch is served.

In the afternoon, the road climbs toward Khau Coc Cha Pass, one of the most dramatic and challenging mountain roads in Cao Bang. With its many switchbacks stacked along the hillside, the pass offers one of the most memorable driving landscapes of the journey. A short trek leads to a viewpoint where the full scale of the pass can be appreciated.

Later in the day, the route continues toward Pac Bo, with a stop to visit the Kim Dong historical site and pay respects at this important place of remembrance.

By evening, arrive in the Pac Bo area and settle into a peaceful farmstay setting. Guests may relax, walk around the homestay grounds, or enjoy the calm atmosphere by Lenin Stream.

Overnight in Pac Bo.

Lenin Stream

DAY 4: PAC BO HISTORICAL SITE – BAN GIOC WATERFALL – NGUOM NGAO CAVE                                                        (B/ L/ D)

The morning begins with a visit to Pac Bo, one of the most important historical sites in modern Vietnam. This is where Ho Chi Minh lived and worked in the early days of his return to the country, and where the emerald waters of Lenin Stream create one of the most serene landscapes in Cao Bang.

After lunch in the Tra Linh area, the journey continues toward one of the most iconic natural sites in northern Vietnam.

Ban Gioc Waterfall appears at the border between Vietnam and China, spreading across a wide limestone backdrop and creating one of the largest and most beautiful transnational waterfalls in the world. Guests enjoy the waterfall from close range, including a boat ride that brings them nearer to the cascading water.

The experience continues underground at Nguom Ngao Cave, a vast cave system formed hundreds of millions of years ago, filled with extraordinary stalactites and chambers.

Later in the afternoon, a short visit is made to Khuoi Ky stone village, an ancient Tay village known for its unique stone houses and quiet setting.

Overnight near Ban Gioc.

Ban Gioc Waterfall

DAY 5: BA QUANG GRASS HILLS (VINH QUY) – PAC RANG BLACKSMITH VILLAGE – ANGEL EYE MOUNTAIN – CAO BANG (B/ L)

The final day of the journey reveals a softer and more open landscape.

The route first leads to the Ba Quang grass hills (Vinh Quy), where wide rolling fields create a striking contrast to the rocky mountains of the previous days. The scenery here feels expansive and peaceful, with broad views and a very different mood from the plateau regions.

Later, the journey continues to Quang Uyen for lunch before stopping at Pac Rang in Phuc Sen, a village known for its long tradition of blacksmithing. Here, guests can learn about the craft techniques that have been preserved through generations and still produce some of the finest handmade forged tools in Vietnam.

The final highlight is Na Ma Valley and Angel Eye Mountain, one of Cao Bang’s most distinctive landscapes. Surrounded by grasslands, streams, and natural lakes, the mountain with its circular opening has become one of the most recognizable and poetic scenes in the region.

By late afternoon, arrive in Cao Bang City, where guests wait for the sleeper bus pickup. Travelers may choose an early bus departing around 16:30–17:00 for same-day return, or a night sleeper bus departing at 21:00 to travel to other provinces and arrive early the following morning.

Ba Quang grass hills (Vinh Quy)

*****END OF SERVICES*****

✅ 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
• Sleeper bus to Ha Giang & departed from Cao Bang: 750,000 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