Northeast Vietnam Tour, Ha Long Bay - Ba Be Lake (10 days - 9 nights)

The landscapes of North Vietnam are of legendary beauty, including mountain covered with vegetation, both on land and at sea (Ha Long Bay). Farther inland, the mountains are also home to an incredible mosaic of mountain people from diverse backgrounds, who have installed over multiple waves of migration from southern China, fleeing the Chinese expansionist push. We will meet these people on the mountain trails and on the markets in a region bordering China, the beautiful enigmatic rock formations, among which are ed rice terraces and villages. We first discovered on foot and by boat on Lake Ba Be, around which people live H'mong, Dao (pronounced Zao) and Tay. Then we will cross the limestone from the Upper Tonkin Cao Bang, Dong Khe up and That Khe, through a landscape of great beauty, inhabited by populations Tay, Nung and Dao. We will then explore by boat the famous Ha Long Bay, but also that of Bai Tu Long is a natural extension
Tour code: PRT 22E

Tour itinerary:

Day 1: Ha Noi
Day 2: Ha Noi - Ba Be Lake
Day 3: Ba Be - Trekking Na Nghe Village
Day 4: Cam Thuong - Tua Ban - Bo Lu Village

Day 5: Ba Be Lake – Quang Yuen
Day 6: Cao Bang - Ban Gioc Waterfall
Day 7: Cao Bang – Lang Son – Ha Long
Day 8: Ha Long Bay cruise
Day 9: Ha Long bay – Lan Ha bay
Day 10: Ha Long bay - Hanoi
Tour detail:

Day 1: Ha Noi (D)
Arrive in Ha Noi. Meet our tour guide and transfer to downtown. Dinner and overnight at Hanoi hotel.

Day 2: Ha Noi - Ba Be Lake (L, D)
Ba Be Lake is situated in Bac Kan province which is 240 km northeast of Ha Noi Capital. Today we visit Cho Chu prison which was built in 1942, captured many Vỉetnam revolution politicians (Việt Cộng). We arrive in Ba Be Lake early in the afternoon, take a rest, have dinner and stay overnight in a local Tay minority family in their traditional wooden stilt house.

Day 3: Ba Be - Trekking Na Nghe Village (B, L, D)
Heaven trekking day! Tour guide will take you to visit Coc Toc village where Tay people live by fishing. Water crossing in Pelu stream, a special experience for trekking. Today you will have to cross on rough ruts. However, you will be annoyed by insects. Move to the top you must see the things as bewitch as paradise. Going on to upland and stop in Nam Dai village (Cash Dao people) where we have a picnic lunch. In the afternoon the guide will take you to visit the mountains, valleys and the stilt houses, school of the Cash Dao children. Then, you will have dinner in local homestay and spend the night at Na Nghe Village

Day 4: Cam Thuong - Tua Ban - Bo Lu Village (B, L, D)
Breakfast at homestay. You and your guide must say "goodbye" to the Cash Dao people. Go through trail to visit Nam Dai village then go down the forest to visit Dau Dang waterfall which is within two provinces Bac Kan and Tuyen Quang. Lunch in Mr Hien restaurant, who in name “Ba Be Pirate” then boat trip tour up the river to visit Puong cave where inhabits over 1000 bats with 18 generals and famous with many stalactite and stalagmite. The boat will go on the Nang river which runs through the cave into Ba Be lake. After visiting the An Ma temple, you will return the lake-shore restaurant. Stay in the home-stay.

Day 5: Ba Be Lake – Quang Yuen (B, L, D)
Today we depart to Cao Bang one of three frontier province with China. Near Na Phac we walk through the fields that will be an opportunity to discover the techniques of field work of Tay. Encounter along the way Dao Tien with silver coins on their costumes. Over the road climbs the pass on Ma Phuc, the terrain is more mountainous. Lunch in Cao Bang then overnight in Nung house at Quang Yuyen village.


Day 6: Cao Bang - Ban Gioc Waterfall (B, L, D)

This morning we discover the waterfall at Ban Gioc regarded as the most beautiful waterfall in Vietnam. China is just on the other side of the waterfalls. After lunch, An excursion on foot along the river then “Tiger cave” famous by silver columns. Back to Cao Bang and overnight in hotel.


Day 7: Cao Bang – Lang Son – Ha Long (B, L, D)
We borrow the famous Route Coloniale No. 4. Ballad in Dong Khe That Khe will happen before. Arrive late afternoon after a Lang Son border town between Vietnam and China. Free time to explore the market of Dong Kinh. Driver will bring you to Halong Bay and watching the busy rice paddies over the road. Arrive in Bai Chay in the late afternoon. Overnight at Crown hotel.

Day 8: Ha Long Bay cruise (B, L, D)
Free morning until tour guide pick you up. You embark on Calypso Cruiser to enjoy a sumptuous lunch and cruise further along the limestone islands of Fighting Cock, Dog Rock and Incense Burner…In the late afternoon, you will explore Amazing cave, one of the most caves in the bay. Then, it is time to swim or relax on the sundeck with some drinks and the sea view.

Before diner is served, you join in our brief Vietnamese cooking course on board and enjoy some free wine. Overnight on board in a tranquil area. (Evening activities available: night squid fishing, karaoke, dancing…)


Day 9: Ha Long bay – Lan Ha bay (B, L, D)
You start your first sunrise in the bay with breakfast to be ready for a cruise to Lan Ha bay. If you fancy adventure activities, rock climbing on Moody’s Beach (option kayaking) and on Hai Pai Beach (option kayaking) will be suitable for you. However if you want to enjoy the beauty of Van Boi beach, Ba Cat beach, you can relax there and leisure kayak around the Lan Ha Bay. In the late afternoon, you board back to Calypso Cruiser to enjoy dinner and some activities like partying, fishing or just lazing. Overnight on board.

Day 10: Ha Long bay - Hanoi (B, L)
Morning in the sea would be the best memory if go swimming or snap photos. After having breakfast, you enjoy another day kayaking and then visit Luon cave for swimming. Following that, you can visit Titop Island to enjoy the panorama view of Halong Bay or just relax, swim at the beach. You will never forget what you have in Halong bay after heading back to the Harbor and say goodbye to Calypso Cruiser. arrive Hanoi at 5:00 pm

The fact...
- We bring you to the places, normal tour don't go!
Climate
From July to September, the climate is usually humid and hot.
From October to June brings cooler and more pleasant weather.
Transport
- Boat
- Vehicle.
Tour Guides
Our experienced and friendly Tour Guide(s) speak excellent English or French.
They are extremely knowledgeable about local cultures, history and the environment.

Meals
- 9 breakfasts.
- 10 lunches.
- 9 dinners.
We choose local ingredients, typical of the way people eat in the area, at local restaurants, markets or homes.
We also cater for Vegetarians but please request this at time of booking.

Accommodation
- Home-stay (9 nights).
A clean and comfortable home stay and hotel with mosquito nets provided.
Tour price includes
+ Private door-to-door pick-up & -off services.
+ All private transfer and transportation
+ Home-stay
+ Experienced English or French speaking guide.
+ Private boat trip
+ Meals as stated in the itinerary (B: Breakfast ; L: Lunch ; D: Dinner)
+ All sightseeing tickets.
+ No extra charge after confirmation
+ 24/7 hotline support guaranteed

Tour price excludes
+ Personal expenses, tips and gratuities
+ Travel insurance
+ Beverage
+ Other services not mentioned above.

What to take
+ Pack essentials, including light comfortable clothes suitable for outdoor activities, comfortable walking shoes. Take a small day pack for hiking and trekking.
+ It is essential to bring your passport on this trip. We also recommend packing: insect repellent, sun cream, raincoat and sun hat...

for more information please contact us at

Luong Quoc Chien Mr | The B Tourist sale manager

P: (+84) 1695435091 | Sky: chien tourguide

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Have a good journey!