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4 days 3 nights

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Hanoi - Ha Giang - Hanoi

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Explore Dong Van Karst Plateau 4 days 3 nights

Duration: 4 days 3 nights

Join Highland Travel to fully discover the beauty of the Dong Van Karst Plateau – a UNESCO Global Geopark. The journey involves conquering majestic mountain passes, checking in at Lung Cu Flagpole and Ma Pi Leng Pass, admiring the emerald green Nho Que River, and experiencing the unique culture of the highland ethnic communities. An emotional trip for those who love nature, are passionate about exploration, and want to touch the pristine beauty of Vietnam’s northernmost point.

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

    • Check in at Km0, Quan Ba Heaven Gate, Fairy Bosom Mountain.
    • Lung Cam Cultural Village (Pao’s House), Vuong Family Mansion, Lung Cu Flagpole.
    • Conquer Ma Pi Leng Pass, boat trip on Nho Que River – Tu San Canyon.
    • Explore Ban An Stream, Du Gia Waterfall – destinations loved by many international tourists.
    • Enjoy local highland cuisine.
    • Immerse yourself in the life and cultural identity of the highland ethnic people.
    • Standard hotels/homestays near Dong Van Old Quarter, Pa Vi, and Du Gia.
NIGHT 0: HANOI - HA GIANG CITY

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 a Highland Travel homestay.

07:00: The tour guide picks up the group for breakfast at a restaurant, then departs to visit destinations within the core of the Dong Van Karst Plateau Global Geopark. Visit and take photos at:

  • Check-in at the Ha Giang Km0 milestone: A destination that every visitor to Ha Giang wants to check in at.
  • Bac Sum Slope, take photos and enjoy the view of the 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 Ability Assessment Slope” located at the gateway to Dong Van district. A famous slope for tourists when mentioning Ha Giang.

Lunch: The group stops for lunch in Pho Cao.

Afternoon: The group continues to visit several attractions:

  • Visit Lung Cam Cultural Village: The setting chosen for filming famous TV series such as: Pao’s Story, Silent Under the Abyss… visit Pao’s house, take photos with seasonal flowers in a space considered the most beautiful on the Karst Plateau.
  • Vuong Family Mansion: Also known as the Hmong King’s Palace. Learn about the architectural art, history, and culture of the Vuong family (Hmong King family) in particular and the Hmong people on the Karst Plateau in general.
  • Lung Cu Flagpole: The final destination of the day is Lung Cu Flagpole – the Northernmost point of the Fatherland that everyone wants to visit once in their life. Learn about the history of the “frontier” land and the process of building the flagpole as well as the process of preserving every inch of border land by ethnic minorities in the Northernmost region.
  • Lo Lo Chai Village: Walk around to visit and take photos of the Lo Lo village.

Evening: The group arrives in Dong Van town, check in at the Dong Van old quarter. After dinner at a restaurant, you are free to participate in cultural 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.

  • Dong Van Market (if you travel on Sunday): Walk around the Dong Van old quarter, Dong Van ancient market – hundreds of years old, visit the Dong Van fair market to learn about highland market culture.
  • Ma Pi Leng Pass: Ma Pi Leng Pass (known as the most majestic pass in Vietnam), and also the most beautiful and majestic among the “Four Great Mountain 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 Canyon: Board the boat for a cruise on the Nho Que River – Tu San Canyon. The Nho Que River flows into Vietnam from Seo Lung village, Lung Cu commune, Dong Van district, passes through Tu San Canyon, then flows along Ma Pi Leng Pass. When it reaches Meo Vac, it flows East into Cao Bang province and then empties into the Gam River. Tu San Canyon is considered the deepest canyon in Southeast Asia and is located in a valley with unique geological formations in Vietnam.

Lunch: The group has lunch in Meo Vac.

After lunch, check in at the homestay in Pa Vi. In the afternoon, you will check in at the most famous cafe in Ha Giang – Mi Po Cafe. The cafe is located on the top of a mountain with a view looking straight down to the valley and the Nho Que River. This is time for taking photos and enjoying the majestic scenery of the karst plateau.

Evening: Return to the homestay to rest and have dinner. You are free to walk around the H’Mong cultural village in the evening.

Morning: Enjoy breakfast at the restaurant, then continue the journey through the following points:

  • Meo Vac Fair Market (If you travel on Sunday): A place for local people to trade. Walk around the market and shop for local specialties.
  • M-shaped curve: A very famous corner in Ha Giang that every tourist wants to pass through once.

Lunch: Have lunch at a restaurant in Mau Due. Then continue to visit the following points:

  • Ban An Stream (Du Gia/Ngoc Long): Ban An stream is famous for its clear turquoise water, surrounded by forests and limestone mountain ranges.
  • Du Gia Waterfall: This is a favorite “cooling off” spot for international tourists and those who like trekking and swimming in the cool water.

Afternoon: Check in at the homestay in Du Gia & have dinner.

  • Morning: Enjoy the fresh air of the village in the early morning. After breakfast, the group departs back to the city.
  • Lunch: Lunch in Ha Giang City.
  • Afternoon: Rest at the Highland Travel office to freshen up and wait for the bus back to Hanoi. End of the 4D3N journey.

Note: The order of attractions and accommodation may be adjusted flexibly to suit actual conditions or your specific requirements. Highland Travel commits to fully visiting 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 PackageAccommodation StandardAll-Inclusive Tour Price
HIGHLAND CLASSIC PACKAGEStandard hotel / homestay

For large groups or corporate travelers, please contact the Highland Travel Hotline to receive a custom itinerary design and the best preferential pricing policy.

INCLUSIONS:

  • Transportation: High-quality, modern tourist car.
  • Accommodation: 03 nights in standard hotels/homestays (Dong Van, Pa Vi, Du Gia).
  • Cuisine: Standard meals according to the program (04 breakfasts; 04 lunches; 03 dinners).
  • Sightseeing tickets: One-time entrance tickets to attractions in the selected itinerary.
  • Service: Professional, enthusiastic local tour 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.

1. Cancellation & Refund Policy

  • 1.1 If the booking is cancelled immediately after registration (before 10 days), 100% of the total deposit value will be refunded.
  • 1.2 If the tour is cancelled less than 07 days before the departure date, 50% of the total deposit value will be forfeited.
  • 1.3 If the tour is cancelled less than 48 hours before departure, 100% of the total deposit value will be forfeited.

2. Responsibilities of the Service User (Party B):

  • 2.1 Party B is responsible for arriving at the vehicle departure time on schedule, and for safeguarding their own luggage and personal belongings.
  • 2.2 Party B is responsible for following the tour guide's instructions throughout the tour itinerary.

3. Responsibilities of the Service Provider (Party A):

  • 3.1 Provide the correct service and quality as outlined in the tour program.
  • 3.2 Provide free information support and 24/7 service assistance.

4. In cases of force majeure such as natural disasters or epidemics (when a group has many cases or is within a quarantine zone), both parties shall create conditions to retain the deposit and postpone the service to a more suitable time.

We wish you an enjoyable trip!