Embark on an adventure from Hanoi to Cao Bang City and Ban Gioc Waterfall, exploring the UNESCO-recognized Cao Bang Global Geopark. Immerse yourself in stunning mountain scenery, interact with local tribes, and indulge in delicious local cuisine.
Embark on an adventure from Hanoi to Cao Bang City and Ban Gioc Waterfall, exploring the UNESCO-recognized Cao Bang Global Geopark. Immerse yourself in stunning mountain scenery, interact with local tribes, and indulge in delicious local cuisine.
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Hanoi - 5:45am - 6:00am: Guests are picked up from their hotel in the old quarter of Hanoi, arriving at the homestay around 12:30pm. An additional meal is available for $7.5 per person, or guests can opt for the 2:00pm – 2:30pm pick-up by Limousine or Shared Car at their hotel in the Old Quarter of Hanoi.
6:00pm - 7:00pm: Dinner is enjoyed en route…
- Hanoi - 5:45am - 6:00am: Guests are picked up from their hotel in the old quarter of Hanoi, arriving at the homestay around 12:30pm. An additional meal is available for $7.5 per person, or guests can opt for the 2:00pm – 2:30pm pick-up by Limousine or Shared Car at their hotel in the Old Quarter of Hanoi.
6:00pm - 7:00pm: Dinner is enjoyed en route at Bac Can Province, where the driver assists in ordering local cuisine at a restaurant. Please note, dinner is not included in the tour price.
- Cao Bang - 9:00pm – 10:00pm: Arrival in Cao Bang City. Guests are welcomed by the Vietnam Northern Travel Team and check into their Hotel/Homestay.
10:30pm: After a refreshing shower, it’s a perfect time to relax and enjoy the tranquility of the beautiful natural landscape.
- Cao Bang Province - Day 2: Explore the Global Geopark, Traditional Craft Village, Ngao Cave, Trúc Lâm Pagoda, Bản Giốc Waterfall, and return to Hanoi.
FREE MOTORBIKE PROVIDED FOR THE TOUR (PRIVATE RIDER/PRIVATE CAR MUST BE BOOKED IN ADVANCE)
6:15am – 6:45am: Delight in specialties like Cao Bang Rice Paper, Duck Noodle Soup, and Sour Noodle.
6:45am – 8:00am: Travel along a scenic road in the Global Geopark, from Cao Bang city to Ma Phuc Pass, then follow the village road of ethnic communities. Enjoy views of traditional stilt houses and the joyful sounds of children, with stunning scenery reminiscent of a fairyland. If needed, the tour guide will provide water or snacks like Peng Va, Banh Den CB, and Banh Te to keep spirits high.
8:00am – 8:30am: Visit a paper craft or forging village in Cao Bang, where visitors can explore stilt houses, learn about paper-making/forging, and gain insight into local life.
- Kham pha hang động Nguom Ngao - Thac Bản Giốc - 11:30am – 12:30pm: Explore Ngao Cave (Tiger Cave), renowned for its untouched beauty, with natural stone columns formed over millions of years. Marvel at stalactites shaped by nature into various forms like tiger statues, lotus flowers, boats, cacti, jellyfish, and magic sticks.
12:30pm – 1:00pm: Lunch at Thac Ban Gioc Restaurant, where guests can relax and savor the unique cuisine of Cao Bang and Ban Gioc.
1:00pm – 1:30pm: Visit Truc Lam Zen Monastery in Cao Bang, climb to the pagoda for a panoramic view of Ban Gioc Waterfall, surrounded by mountainous landscapes and interwoven waterways. On one side is the Chinese Glass Bridge, and on the other, the serene Vietnamese rice fields.
- Ban Gioc Waterfall - Detian Falls - 1:30pm – 2:30pm: Visit Ban Gioc Waterfall, where water cascades down to a river beside fragrant rice fields. Take a boat closer to the waterfall, feeling the refreshing spray. The river marks the Vietnam-China border, offering a sense of joy after traveling nearly 100km to this destination.
2:30pm – 3:00pm: Return to Cao Bang via a different route to avoid repetition in the tour schedule. This path offers views of distant mountains and hills, with lush fields below tended by diligent farmers.
6:00pm – 7:00pm: Return to Cao Bang city for dinner at a renowned local eatery, sampling specialties like duck noodle soup or sour noodle of Cao Bang.
8:00pm – 8:30pm: Return to the hotel to collect luggage while awaiting pick-up by a VIP Sleeper Bus or Shared Car.

- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Motor Bike Rental and Petrol
- Insurance with 100,000,000 VND coverage per case
- Bottled water
- All Fees and Taxes
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Motor Bike Rental and Petrol
- Insurance with 100,000,000 VND coverage per case
- Bottled water
- All Fees and Taxes
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Alcoholic beverages
- Round Transfer from Hanoi to Cao Bang City Cost 25$/1way/person, Private Rider: 10US$/1Day/Person
- Meals
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Alcoholic beverages
- Round Transfer from Hanoi to Cao Bang City Cost 25$/1way/person, Private Rider: 10US$/1Day/Person
- Meals
- Engulf yourself in the breathtaking landscapes of mountainous regions and intertwined waters, a location acknowledged by UNESCO as the Cao Bang Global Geopark
- Relish the clean air, hear the birdsong, navigate offbeat paths, and explore new routes through the villages of ethnic people
- Gain insights into the unique features and characteristics of…
- Engulf yourself in the breathtaking landscapes of mountainous regions and intertwined waters, a location acknowledged by UNESCO as the Cao Bang Global Geopark
- Relish the clean air, hear the birdsong, navigate offbeat paths, and explore new routes through the villages of ethnic people
- Gain insights into the unique features and characteristics of tribal communities such as the Tày, Nùng, Dao, H.Mong, and more
- Delve deeply into the culture, local populace and culinary delights
- Embark on journeys to remarkable locales such as Lam Son Base, Ngao Cave, Ban Gioc Waterfall, and Tay’s Stone Village
- Benefit from local tour guidance that’s knowledgeable, passionate, and attentive to details
- Embrace the thrill of your tour on a motorbike, letting all your senses come alive
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.