Explore Dong Van Karst Plateau 3 days 2 nights (Dong Van – Lo Lo Chai)
Duration: 3 days 2 nights
Join Highland Travel to fully explore the beauty of the Dong Van Karst Plateau – a UNESCO-recognized Global Geopark. Conquer majestic mountain passes, check in at Lung Cu Flagpole and Ma Pi Leng Pass, admire the emerald Nho Que River, and experience the unique culture of the highland ethnic groups. An emotional journey for those who love nature, are passionate about exploration, and want to touch the pristine beauty of Vietnam’s northernmost point.
HIGHLIGHTS OF THE JOURNEY
- Check in at Km0, Quan Ba Heaven Gate, Fairy Bosom Mountain.
- Lung Cam Cultural Village (Pao’s House), Hmong King’s Palace.
- Conquer the northernmost point and check in at Lung Cu Flagpole.
- Conquer Ma Pi Leng Pass, take a boat trip on the Nho Que River – Tu San Alley.
- Enjoy local cuisine rich in highland identity.
- Stay at Lo Lo Chai village – One of the best tourism villages in the world.
- Standard hotel/homestay accommodation.
The group departs from Hanoi to Ha Giang by sleeper bus or cabin bus.
Arrive in Ha Giang City early in the morning, check in and rest at Highland Travel’s homestay.
07:00: The tour guide will pick up the group for breakfast at a restaurant, then depart to visit destinations within the core of the Dong Van Karst Plateau Global Geopark. Visit and take photos at:
- Check-in at Ha Giang Km0 milestone: A destination that every traveler to Ha Giang wants to check in at.
- Bac Sum Slope: Take photos and enjoy the view at this 8km long slope.
- Visit Quan Ba Heaven Gate, Fairy Bosom Mountain.
- Stop to take photos at the Lonely Tree in Can Ty, Quan Ba.
- Tham Ma Slope: Also known as the “Horse Appraisal Slope” located at the gateway of Dong Van district. A famous slope for travelers when mentioning Ha Giang.
Lunch: The group stops to rest and have lunch in Pho Cao.
Afternoon: The group continues to visit some attractions on the journey:
- Visit Lung Cam Cultural Village: The setting chosen for filming famous TV series such as: Pao’s Story, Silent Under the Abyss… the group visits Pao’s house, takes photos with seasonal flowers in a space considered the most beautiful on the Karst Plateau.
- Hmong King’s Palace: Also known as the Vuong Family Mansion. The group learns about the architectural art, history, and culture of the Vuong family (the Hmong King family) in particular and the Hmong people on the Karst Plateau in general.
Evening: The group arrives at Lo Lo Chai village, checks in, and rests. After dinner at the restaurant, you are free to participate in cultural experience activities in the area.
Morning: Enjoy breakfast at the restaurant, then start the journey to explore the remaining destinations on the Dong Van Karst Plateau.
- Lung Cu Flagpole: The northernmost point of the Fatherland that everyone wants to visit once in their life. The group learns about the history of the “frontier of the country” and the process of building the flagpole as well as the process of preserving every inch of border land of the ethnic minorities in the Northernmost region.
- Dong Van Ancient Town: The group strolls through the ancient town, enjoys coffee, and shops for gifts and specialties.
Lunch: The group has lunch at the restaurant, then continues the journey:
- Ma Pi Leng Pass: Known as the most majestic pass in Vietnam. One of the “Four Great Passes of the North”. The pass is 21 km long, connecting Dong Van and Meo Vac districts.
- Boat trip on Nho Que River – Tu San Alley: The group boards a boat to cruise on the Nho Que River – Tu San Alley. Tu San Alley is considered the deepest canyon in Southeast Asia and is located in a valley with unique geological formations in Vietnam.
Evening: The group returns to the homestay in Dong Van to rest and have dinner. You are free to stroll around Dong Van in the evening.
In the morning, wake up and have breakfast, then continue the journey back to Ha Giang City along the Meo Vac – Mau Due – Yen Minh route, one of the most beautiful routes not to be missed when coming to Ha Giang.
- Check in at the famous M-shaped curve in Sung Trai – Dong Van.
Evening: The group arrives in Ha Giang City, free for dinner. Then the group rests at the Highland Travel office to freshen up and wait for the bus.
Around 03:00 – 04:00, the bus arrives in Hanoi. End of the itinerary.
Note: The order of attractions and accommodation points may be flexibly adjusted to suit actual conditions or your specific requirements. Highland Travel commits to fully implementing all destinations included in the program. From October to March every year, the villages often have buckwheat flowers, peach blossoms, and plum blossoms.
💳 ALL-INCLUSIVE TOUR COST INFORMATION
| Experience Package | Accommodation Standard | All-Inclusive Tour Price |
| HIGHLAND CLASSIC PACKAGE |
Groups traveling in large numbers or corporate clients, please contact Highland Travel’s Hotline to receive a custom itinerary design and the best preferential pricing policy.
INCLUSIONS:
- Transportation: High-quality, modern tourist car.
- Accommodation: 02 nights in standard hotel/homestay (Dong Van and Lo Lo Chai).
- Cuisine: Standard meals according to the program (03 breakfasts; 03 lunches; 02 dinners).
- Entrance tickets: One-time entrance fee to attractions included in the selected itinerary.
- Service: Professional, enthusiastic local guide, knowledgeable about culture, serving attentively in English or Vietnamese.
- Insurance: Full travel insurance with a maximum compensation of 80,000,000 VND/guest.
EXCLUSIONS:
- VAT tax.
- Personal expenses outside the program (drinks during meals, phone, laundry, etc.).
- Tips (gratuities) at your discretion for the Tour Guide and Driver serving the group.
