NORTHERN TOUR: NORTHEAST ARC OF VIETNAM
Tour code: MB801.055 days 4 nightsDeparts from Ho Chi Minh CitySun PhuQuoc Airways - VIETJET AIR
From 10,990,000 VND
8,990,000 VND
- Tour code
- MB801.05
- Duration
- 5 days 4 nights
- Departs from
- Ho Chi Minh City
- Next departure
- 28 Oct 2026
A journey to explore one of the most spectacular routes in Vietnam – where majestic, pristine beauty and rich highland cultural identity converge.
Departing from Ha Giang – the northernmost land of the country, you will conquer the Dong Van karst plateau – a global geopark with overlapping cat-ear rocky mountain ranges and a one-of-a-kind landscape. The winding passes and the Nho Que River – where emerald-green water threads through the deep Tu San Gorge – create a scene both majestic and poetic. Leaving Ha Giang, the journey continues to Cao Bang – a land that still retains its pristine, peaceful beauty. Here, you will admire Ban Gioc Waterfall – a natural masterpiece on the Vietnam–China border, striking with its white cascades pouring amid deep green mountains and forests. The final stop is Lang Son – where overlapping mountain ranges blend with the vibrant life of the border region, offering distinctive cultural experiences. This is not only a trip to explore scenery but also a journey touching the original beauty of nature and the people of the highlands – where every road leaves an unforgettable impression.
Highlights
- Explore the "northernmost land of the country" Ha Giang: Dong Van karst plateau, Vuong's Palace, Pao's House,...
- Conquer Ma Pi Leng Pass – one of the "four great passes" most majestic in the North
- Take a boat trip on the Nho Que River
- Ban Gioc Waterfall – the largest waterfall in Southeast Asia
- Discover the cultural beauty of the H'mong, Dao, Lo Lo, Tay ethnic groups...
- Explore Nguom Ngao Cave, Huu Nghi Border Gate, Lang Son Market,...
Sights: Ha Giang – Dong Van – Nho Que River – Cao Bang – Ban Gioc Waterfall – Lang Son
Itinerary
Morning Company staff pick up the group at Tan Son Nhat airport for flight procedures to Hanoi.
Arriving at Noi Bai airport, the car and tour guide pick up the group and depart for Ha Giang along National Highway 2, taking the Noi Bai – Lao Cai expressway. Passing through Tam Dao, Tay Thien in Vinh Phuc province.
11:30 The group has lunch in Tuyen Quang.
After lunch, the group visits ATK Tan Trao – This was once an important strategic base; the residence and workplace of President Ho Chi Minh and other senior leaders along with many central agencies; the “Capital of the Liberated Zone” during the August General Uprising of 1945 and the “Resistance Capital” during the long resistance war against the French colonialists.
The group stops to take commemorative photos at Kilometer 0 milestone of Ha Giang. This is the intersection of National Highway 2, National Highway 34 and National Highway 4C, also known as the Happiness Road.
18:30 The car takes the group to a restaurant for dinner. After that, you are free to explore the beauty of Ha Giang at night with the charming scenery between nature and the people here.
The group stays overnight in Ha Giang.
07:00 The group has breakfast. Check out of the hotel and depart for Dong Van.
Along the way, the group admires the majestic beauty of Dong Van Karst Plateau Global Geopark. Along the route, you stop to visit:
Quan Ba Heaven Gate – Considered the Da Lat of the north, with vast views of the charming natural landscape. Heaven Gate has an extremely favorable location, with the Twin Fairy Mountains faintly visible in the mist and the first rays of sunlight welcoming the new day.
Continuing the journey, the group departs for Dong Van town, and visits:
Pho Cao with its typical H'mong houses.
Sung La Village: The group visits the ancient house of the H'mong people with earthen walls – the location used as the setting for the 2006 feature film "Story of Pao" directed by Ngo Quang Hai, adapted from the short story "The Sound of the Lip Harp Behind the Stone Fence" by writer Do Bich Thuy, which won 4 "Golden Kite" awards.
Take photos at Tham Ma Slope.
The H'mong King's Palace Vuong Chinh Duc lies in a valley of Sa Phin commune, home to the wealthiest and most powerful family in Dong Van district in the early 20th century.
Visit Lo Lo Chai – Best Tourism Village in the World in 2025, a small village nestled at the foot of Dragon Mountain, where visitors can immerse themselves in the simple life of the Black Lo Lo people. The ancient earthen-walled houses, colorful brocade costumes and the gentle smiles of the villagers will give you a true sense of the culture of the borderland.
Visit Lung Cu Flag Tower: The northernmost point of the country, the extreme north and the roof of Vietnam – “Where you bow your face to the ground and raise your head to touch the sky". A great work and a long-standing historical relic of our nation.
Overnight in Dong Van town.
08:00 The group has breakfast and checks out of the hotel. Then depart to visit:
Conquer Ma Pi Leng Pass, the most beautiful section of the road named "Happiness Road". Take photos of the majestic beauty of the 800m-deep Ma Pi Leng gorge.
Afternoon: Upon arrival in Cao Bang, you check in to the hotel and rest.
Evening: The group has dinner at a restaurant.
Overnight in Cao Bang.
Morning: The group has breakfast. Then depart to visit:
Pac Bo Cave Relic Site – Where President Ho Chi Minh lived and carried out revolutionary activities in the early years after returning home. The relic site includes: Ho Chi Minh Memorial House, Coc Bo Cave, Nguom Vai Cave, Lenin Stream, the stone table where Uncle Ho worked, the house foundation of Mr. Ly Quoc Sung, and the house foundation of Mr. La Thanh.
Afternoon: The group departs to visit Ban Gioc Waterfall. Ban Gioc Waterfall is located in Dam Thuy commune, Trung Khanh district and is one of the highest and most majestic waterfalls in Vietnam on the Vietnam–China border – where the sound of falling water can be heard from dozens of kilometers away. Ban Gioc Waterfall is one of the famous waterfalls not only in our country but also known to international friends. Ranked among the top 4 largest transnational waterfalls in the world, this site increasingly attracts many tourists to Cao Bang to admire it.
Overnight in Cao Bang.
Morning: The group has breakfast and checks out. Then the group departs for Lang Son. On the way, stop to check in at Huu Nghi International Border Gate.
Note: The order of sightseeing may change but still ensures all attractions in the program are covered.
Departures and prices
| Departs | Returns | Adult | Child 5–11 | Single room | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Oct 2026 | 1 Nov 2026 | 8,990,000 VND | 7,990,000 VND | +1,500,000 VND | |
| 4 Nov 2026 | 8 Nov 2026 | 8,990,000 VND | 7,990,000 VND | +1,500,000 VND | |
| 11 Nov 2026 | 15 Nov 2026 | 8,990,000 VND | 7,990,000 VND | +1,500,000 VND | |
| 18 Nov 2026 | 22 Nov 2026 | 8,990,000 VND | 7,990,000 VND | +1,500,000 VND | |
| 25 Nov 2026 | 29 Nov 2026 | 8,990,000 VND | 7,990,000 VND | +1,500,000 VND | |
| 2 Dec 2026 | 6 Dec 2026 | 8,990,000 VND | 7,990,000 VND | +1,500,000 VND | |
| 9 Dec 2026 | 13 Dec 2026 | 8,990,000 VND | 7,990,000 VND | +1,500,000 VND | |
| 16 Dec 2026 | 20 Dec 2026 | 8,990,000 VND | 7,990,000 VND | +1,500,000 VND |
Price includes
* 3-star hotel in Ha Giang: Hoa Cuong... or equivalent.
* 2-star hotel in Dong Van: Hoang Ngoc... or equivalent.
* 3-star hotel in Cao Bang: Sunny... or equivalent.
Entrance fees for one visit as per the program
Vietnamese-speaking tour guide: Enthusiastic, dedicated, attentive service.
Insurance: Full-tour travel insurance, maximum compensation 20,000,000 VND/case.
Gift: Travel cap, 01 bottle of water (0.5 liter/day).
Price excludes
Single room supplement.
Personal expenses: telephone, laundry, mini bar, meals outside the program…
Tipping for tour guide and driver (optional).
Surcharge for beer/soft drinks served during meals (if brought from outside).
Other expenses not listed in the inclusions.
CHILDREN'S PRICES
Children under 02 years old: free of charge for the tour and pay airfare according to the airline's regulations.
Children from 02 years old - under 05 years old: free of charge for the tour, airfare calculated according to the airline's regulations.
Children from 05 years old - under 10 years old: charged 75% of the tour price and 100% of the airfare according to the airline's regulations. Includes meals, seat on the bus, and sharing a bed with the family. Two adults may only accompany 1 child; from the second child onwards, buy an extra single bed or 1 adult ticket.
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