3D2N - Exploring, trekking, wild swimming in Cao Bang

Duration

3 days 2 nights

Tour Type

Mini Adventure

Group Size

6 Persons

Tour Guide

English-speaking tour guide

Northeast Vietnam

Cao Bang – Exploring, trekking, wild swimming

Discover the hidden gem of Vietnam’s far Northeast! While the neighbor Ha Giang is known as the Himalayas of Vietnam, the untouched charm of Cao Bang is waiting to be explored. Don’t just visit the famous Ban Gioc waterfall – join us on a mini adventure to uncover the wild and peaceful natural beauty of this region. Experience a new style of travel and immerse yourself in the local life of Cao Bang. Are you ready for an unforgettable journey?

Highlight

Travel through the heart of nature, away from tourist hotspots;
Explore the ancient villages and take a leisurely walk while interacting with the Tay and Nung people;
Various activities: walking, trekking, kayak/sup;
Experience the warm hospitality of a local family as you visit their home in an ancient rocky village;
Visit Ban Gioc waterfall, the most magnificent and stunning waterfall in Vietnam

Enjoy the picturesque scenery of Cao Bang — Travel through the heart of nature in Cao Bang

Destination	Cao Bang, Vietnam
Included	Private transportation by seven seater car (or 16 seaters for the group from 4 people) and the service of an experienced driver The service of an experienced English-speaking tour guide The service of a local tour guide All the meals in the program All the accommodations mentioned in the program All the activities mentioned in the program Other authorized paperwork for the regions Sightseeing ticket/entrance fee, as mentioned in the program
Excluded	Personal travel insurance Personal expenses (drinks, souvenirs, etc…) Personal toiletries (towel, etc …) Trekking gear (backpack, shoes, etc …)
Travel by private car

What to bring

Sun & rain gear (including sun scream and brimmed hat)
Insect repellent
Walking shoes/sandals
Original passports

Price per person based on a private tour

Group of	1	2	3	4	5	6
Shared house-on-stilts	18,020,000	9,800,000	8,015,000	7,030,000	6,350,000	5,720,000
Private room (2 people share 1 room)	19,730,000	10,558,000	9,275,000	8,240,000	7,510,000	6,500,000
A single supplement applied for the person who stays in a single room: +1,210,000 VND

Discount for larger group is available; please contact our travel consultants at:

lam@dcttravel.vn or send us inquiry through the contact form

Details

Meals: Lunch & Dinner | Accommodation: Homestay Xin chao! Your adventure will begin early today at 7:30 AM. Our guide will meet you at your hotel, and after a quick briefing about the trip, you will travel by private vehicle to Cao Bang City and then to Tra Linh district. The journey will take approximately 7 hours. Despite the long travel time, the ride will be comfortable thanks to well-maintained roads, and we will have short breaks on the way to enjoy the beautiful scenery.

Travel through the heart of nature - Cao Bang

After having our lunch at a local restaurant, we will arrive at Tra Linh in the afternoon and take a leisurely stroll around the scenic and peaceful surroundings. You will also get a chance to experience the beauty of Thang Hen Lake and go for a Stand-Up Paddle (SUP) ride to end the day on a refreshing note. Dinner and night at a local homestay.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner | Accommodation: Homestay Our vehicle will pick you up after breakfast and take you along the border belt to the remote part of the province. During the journey, we will pass through Phong Nam, Ngoc Khe, Ngoc Con, and all the other beautiful spots where you can enjoy the picturesque view of rice paddies surrounded by mountains and rivers flowing within.

Enjoy the picturesque scenery of Cao Bang

After lunch, we can take a short trek or go SUP rowing on Quay Son River*. In the late afternoon, we will visit Ban Gioc waterfall, which is located on the edge of Vietnam's border with China. This waterfall offers a picturesque view with its three-layered and graded structure, 53 meters height, and 300 meters width. Later, we will check into a rustic homestay in the Rock Village, a unique village with ancient houses built by the Rock Tay people. You will spend the night in a local homestay. Note: *Outdoor activities will be discussed and chosen based on group preference. **The rainy season in Cao Bang is from June to September, and the dry season is from October to May, which may affect the scenery of Ban Gioc waterfall. The best moment to visit the waterfall is from August to September.

Meals: Breakfast & Lunch | Accommodation: Homestay We will start our day by heading to Ha Lang, which is another district of Cao Bang province. This district is unique because three sides of it border China. The topography of this land is rich with high mountains, deep valleys, and many magnificent caves. It has been the home of ethnic Tay and Nung for a long time, and it features a rich culture and customs.

Trekking in Ha Lang - Cao Bang The highlight of the day will be trekking up to Ha Lang's grassland, a terrain that you cannot find elsewhere. Up there, you will be captivated by the breathtaking view and be invigorated by the fresh air. Afterward, we will enjoy lunch in a local restaurant before heading back to Hanoi. We expect to arrive in Hanoi around 5 PM, marking the end of a truly remarkable journey.