Schedule: Hanoi, Ba Be Lake, Ban Gioc Waterfall, Cao Bang, Hanoi
Overview
For all the pronounced beauty of northern Vietnam, there remains a triangle of land still seemingly untouched by mass tourism. This 3 day Ba Be Lake and Ban Gioc Tour take you to this breath-taking area, where Vietnam’s aquatic beauty is on full display to very small crowds.
This Vietnam tour takes you from Hanoi to two of the most stunning destinations around the country, where we can relish the tranquility of a lake, a cave and one of the most beautiful waterfalls in the world. Along the way, we learn about and meet members of the Tay and Nung ethnic minorities, who will share their unique and colourful cultures in the long shadows of limestone mountains. We will also stay in a traditional Tay stilt house, which will leave you with a deeply evocative and memorable image of Vietnam to take home.
3 Day Ba Be Lake and Ban Gioc Tour Highlights
- Taking scenic transits around some of the most beautiful mountainous areas of Vietnam
- Learning of Vietnam’s vibrant ethnic communities at the Ethnic Culture Museum in Thai Nguyen
- Seeing ethnic communities first-hand, with the Tay of Pac Ngoi and the Nung of Phuc Sen
- Cruising the waters of Ba Be Lake, one of the quieter gems of northern Vietnam
- Enjoying jaw-dropping sights at Ban Gioc Waterfall, with its borders of mountains and rice fields
- Discovering the geological and historical wonders of the beautiful Nguom Ngao Cave
- Staying overnight in an ethnic Tay stilt house and enjoying dinner with our welcoming hosts
- Savouring free time to enjoy the stunning nature of northern Vietnam at your own leisure
Trip Notes
Inclusions
- All transport in vehicles equipped with air-conditioning
- Meals as mentioned in the itinerary
- Accommodation in Pac Ngoi homestay and Cao Bang hotel
- Daily breakfast at the accommodation
- Entrance fees & permits
- English-speaking guide
- Bottled water (2 per person per day)
Exclusions
- Any accommodation, meals or transport mentioned in suggestions for free time
- Visa stamp fees for Vietnam
- Early check-in and late check-out surcharges
- Tips for the guide and driver
- Meals or drinks not mentioned in the itinerary
- Travel insurance
- All other services not mentioned in the itinerary
Schedule: 3 days 2 nights 
Start city: HCM/Hà Nội 
Departure: contact/2025 
