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5 Day Ha Giang Loop and Cao Bang Discovery Tour

  • Cao Bang, Ha Giang Loop
  • ( 2 Reviews )
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Ban Gioc Waterfall in Cao Bang
2. Khau Lan Waterfall

Suitable For

Private and shared group of below 10 passengers

Departure

Daily at 8:30 am from Ha Giang City

Duration

5 Days 4 Nights

Mode of Travel

Motorbike with Easy Riders, Self-riding, or Car

Description

Discover Ha Giang Loop and Cao Bang in an unforgettable 5-day, 4-night adventure. Explore the scenic beauty of Vietnam’s northernmost region, from limestone karsts and dramatic mountain passes to serene valleys, ethnic minority villages, and especially marvel at the fourth largest cross-border waterfall in the world. This tour is ideal for travellers who want to experience the natural wonders and cultural treasures at a relaxed pace, with plenty of time to immerse themselves in local life and landscapes.

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  • Day 0 Get to Ha Giang

    Please arrange your own travel to Ha Giang City before the tour departure.

    Lila Inn can assist with booking round-trip buses to Ha Giang at various times from Hanoi, Sapa, Ha Long, Ninh Binh, Cat Ba. Check bus schedules and pricing here.

    We offer free dorm bed for one night prior to the tour. If you would like to upgrade to a private room, check the availability and book here.

  • Day 1 Tour Schedule

    Ha Giang City - Quan Ba - Yen Minh (110 km)

    7:30 AM Have breakfast, meet your guide/easy rider, and receive tour information at Lila Hostel in Ha Giang City before starting your adventure.

    9:30 AM Get to Bac Sum Pass, the longest pass in Ha Giang, often likened to a giant snake slithering along steep cliffs.

    11:30 AM Visit Khau Lan Waterfall, nestled within lush tropical forests, preserving its wild and majestic beauty.

    1:00 PM Explore the untouched Soan Tung Cave, admire the beautiful stalactites.

    2:00 PM Have lunch in Quan Ba.

    3:00 PM Visit Nam Dam Cultural Village, featuring traditional rammed earth houses of the Dao people.

    3:30 PM Visit Lung Tam Linen Cooperative, a long-standing traditional craft village of brocade weaving by the Hmong.

    4:30 PM Drive through a rare golden cypress forest on your way to Yen Minh Town and stay the night here. Enjoy a family dinner, and sing karaoke with the locals.

  • Day 2 Tour Schedule

    Yen Minh - Vietnam China Border - Northernmost Point of Vietnam - Dong Van (115 km)

    7:30 AM  Have breakfast, then head to Dong Van Karst Plateau UNESCO Global Geopark.

    9:00 AM Reach the legendary Tham Ma Pass, a historical site with continuous hairpin bends.

    9:30 AM Continue through steep valleys to the Nine-Turn Pass, marvelling at its twists and turns. Then, visit the picturesque Sung La Valley, nestled between rugged, rocky cat-eared mountains.

    10:30 AM Visit Lao Xa Village and check out the unique rammed earth houses and the silver carvings of the H'mong people.

    11:30 AM Tour the H’Mong King Palace, a national relic showcasing a blend of traditional Chinese and H’Mong architectural styles.

    12:00 PM Have lunch in Sa Phin.

    1:30 PM Get to the Vietnam-China Border and the Northernmost Point of Vietnam, enjoy the panoramic view of the vast mountains and rivers below.

    3:00 PM Visit Ma Le Village, home to the Giay people, nestled among the rocky mountains.

    3:30 PM Pass through Thien Huong Village and head towards Dong Van Ancient Town.

    4:30 PM Check in to your homestay. Take a walk around the Dong Van market area then have dinner with locals.

  • Day 3 Tour Schedule

    Dong Van - Meo Vac - Bao Lac (110 km)

    8:00 AM Have breakfast and visit the Dong Van Ethnic Market (Sunday mornings) to experience local culture and buy unique handicrafts and food.

    9:00 AM Conquer the stunning Ma Pi Leng Pass, known as the "King of Passes" with extremely sharp hairpin bends for spectacular mountain views.

    10:00 AM There are 2 options for you:

    • Option 1: Hike 5 km to White Cliff for unmatched panoramic views of the Nho Que River, Tu San Canyon and surrounding landscapes.
    • Option 2: Enjoy a boat ride (about 30 minutes) on the emerald Nho Que River, sightseeing the Tu San Canyon, the deepest canyon in Southeast Asia.

    12:00 PM Have lunch in Mec Vac Town.

    1:30 PM Proceed to Cao Bang territory, arriving in Bao Lac Town.

    4:00 PM Check in homestay in Bao Lac Town.

  • Day 4 Tour Schedule

    Bao Lac - Tra Linh - Trung Khanh (180 km)

    8:00 AM Have breakfast, then continue the journey through Khau Coc Cha Pass, one of Vietnam's Four Great Passes with 15 vertical levels.

    9:00 AM Continue to Cao Bac Pass to admire terraced fields and mist-covered villages.

    10:30 AM Traverse the lesser-known Na Tenh Pass, which features 20 gentle curves.

    12:30 PM Have lunch in Tra Linh District.

    2:00 PM Venture into the Phong Nam Valley, where traditional Tay ethnic cultures thrive amidst picturesque paddy fields.

    3:30 PM Drop by Co La Waterfall, which has a poetic beauty surrounded by mountains and fields.

    4:30 PM Stroll through the 400-year-old Khuoi Ky Stone Village and explore the stone stilt houses of the Tay people.

    5:00 PM Check in to the homestay near Ban Gioc Waterfall.

  • Day 5 Tour Schedule

    Ban Gioc Waterfall - Mountain Angel Eye - Cao Bang City (100 km)

    8:30 AM Have breakfast then discover the remarkable limestone grotto Nguom Ngao Cave.

    10:00 AM Hike to Phat Tich Truc Lam Pagoda to enjoy the panoramic view of the waterfall and rolling mountains from above.

    11:00 AM Take a bamboo raft ride at the majestic Ban Gioc Waterfall, situated on the jade-blue waters of the Quay Son River flowing from China.

    12:00 PM Visit the mysterious Mountain Angel Eye, nestled in the valley of Thang Hen Lake.

    1:00 PM Have lunch in Trung Khanh.

    4:00 PM Conclude your tour in Cao Bang City.

    This 5-day tour is perfect for adventure travellers looking to immerse themselves in Vietnam’s natural beauty and cultural diversity. Book now for a once-in-a-lifetime journey through the Ha Giang Loop and Cao Bang.

    * The tour's duration and stops may be adjusted depending on weather and road conditions.

  • Optional Post-Tour Stay

    There are 3 options for you:

    Option 1: Stay in Cao Bang and depart for Hanoi the next morning.

    Option 2: Take a night bus from Cao Bang to Hanoi, from Hanoi you can take a bus to other destinations like Ninh Binh, Cat Ba, or Halong.

    Option 3: Extend your tour for 6 days, returning to Ha Giang to head to Sapa (extra fee of 700,000 VND).

    (The direct bus from Cao Bang to other provinces are not available or not in good condition so we recommend these options.)

5 Day Ha Giang Loop and Cao Bang Discovery Tour

What is included / not included

Tour Inclusion

  • Accommodation at homestay on tour.
  • Private Easy Rider driver for each passenger.
  • Motorbike with insurance, gas and water.
  • A free dorm bed at Lila Hostel in Ha Giang City the night before the tour starts.
  • Water and 3 quality local meals per day (vegan option available), with 2 meals on the last day.
  • Admission fees to all specified attractions.
  • Helmet, big plastic bag, raincoat, travel information.
  • Luggage storage at Lila Inn, Ha Giang City.
  • Shower after the tour.
  • VAT and service charge.

  • Personal expenses
  • Travel Insurance
  • Tips for guides & drivers
  • Optional visits, and any other services not specified

  • An English-speaking guide is available for an additional fee of 200,000 VND/day (approximately USD 8). However, this option depends on availability, and we will contact you to confirm after receiving your booking.
  • Private room at Lila Hostel, Ha Giang City the night before the tour starts. Check availability and book here
  • Shuttle bus tickets from other provinces to Ha Giang City:
    Book your tickets with us here

Testimonials

Alisia Sciacca

From US
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

I can’t say enough good things about LiLa Inn, especially the staff. When we arrived we had the intention of driving the loop ourselves. Being from the USA, we unfortunately did not have the proper license to do. The front desk went over every possibility for us and took 2 hours of their time to figure everything out. They will hold your hand through the process, and that is worth the stay alone. We’re actually staying with them again when we head back to Ha Giang once we’re done with the loop.

Esther Wong

From Australia
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

If you’re thinking of doing the Ha Giang/Cao Bang loop, look no further than Lila Inn.

We wanted to do Ha Giang and Cao Bang in 5D4N and not many companies offered this. We also wanted to avoid the big companies where they group people in hordes of 20-30, going to packed touristy places/routes with drinking and partying every night.

We are so so glad to have done the loop with them. We had a group of 5 people in total, all like minded people and we visited famous places as well as quiet spots. We even did a little hike on day 2 where there was no one else but us. The first 3 days were the 5 of us with an easy rider each, then the last two days were just my partner and I (basically private tour) as we continued onto Cao Bang and everyone else the rest of Ha Giang.

The easy riders are fantastic too. Very kind, caring and fun people to be with. We felt safe the whole time as they’re great drivers, and it was just a very intimate experience of the loop as we avoided big crowds most of the time.

Special shout out to Ninh, Ngân, Tuyển, Thanh and Lưu who went above and beyond for our trip.

FAQ

01 Can your Easy Riders speak English?

In each group tour, we arrange at least one Easy Rider who can speak basic English. You can also easily communicate with them using Google Translate, as thousands of our customers have done.

For those who prefer a fluent English-speaking guide, we offer this option for an additional fee, which can be selected in the booking form.

For the deposit to secure your spot, you can pay via PayPal. 


For the remaining balance, we accept card payments and cash in Vietnamese Dong before the tour starts.

Yes! We can arrange a private tour for you. There is an additional fee of 100,000 VND per day per private room. You’ll find this option in the booking form – simply check the box and leave us a note.

Yes! We carefully select restaurants that serve fresh vegetarian and vegan dishes. For a glimpse as to the type of dishes click on the link here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1vwhCKvlZkxgtGrMy78bsWIt4EPGSWTE3?usp=drive_link

We carefully select local homestays based on criteria: cleanliness, convenient location, and providing a peaceful view for restful stays. Some rooms offer stunning window views of mountains and rice fields. 

 

The earlier you book the tour, the higher the chance of securing a room with a beautiful view.

In the evening, you’ll enjoy delicious family dinners, drink ‘happy water,’ and sing karaoke. It’s a fun experience that strengthens connections with both your companions and the locals.

5 Day Ha Giang Loop and Cao Bang Discovery Tour

USD 312

Approx. VND 7800000 / guest*

Included in price

  • Local homestay experience
  • Private Easy Rider
  • All entry fees covered
  • Authentic local meals & water
  • All entry fees covered
  • Free luggage storage

Other Add-ons

Local English Guide

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