Trekking Northeast Vietnam

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8 Days

Embark on an unforgettable 8-day adventure through the wild and rugged landscapes of Northeast Vietnam. From the serene Ba Be Lake to the legendary Halong Bay, this journey blends scenic drives, immersive treks, authentic homestays, and breathtaking karst scenery—rich in both nature and heritage.

Trip Highlights:
• Hanoi → Ba Be National Park: Scenic drive with a cultural stop at Thai Nguyen Museum of Ethnology.
• Ba Be trekking: Primeval rainforest, terraced rice fields, and colorful Dzao villages.
• Nang River cruise: Boat to Puong Cave & Dau Dang Waterfall; cross Ba Be Lake.
• Cao Bang hikes: Ma Phuc Pass → Thang Hen Lake with sweeping karst vistas.
• Borderlands experience: Ta Lung frontier valleys and village homestays.
• Ky Cung River: Bamboo raft ride along the Vietnam–China border.
• Halong Bay cruise (24h): Kayaking, swimming, and limestone island exploration on a classic wooden junk.

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Departure/Return Location

Hanoi (Old Quarter) – Return to Hanoi
Departure Time

08:00 AM
Return Time

~17:00 on Day 8
Dress Code

Breathable trekking clothes, sturdy hiking shoes

Tour Plan

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Day 1: Hanoi – Ba Be – Cho Ra (L, D)

Leave the city for Ba Be National Park via lush mountains and karst scenery. Stop in Thai Nguyen to visit the Museum of Ethnology for an introduction to local hill tribes. Overnight in Cho Ra.

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Day 2: Ba Be – Trekking (B, L, D)

Riverboat along the Nang River to the 300-m Puong Cave, then trek through forests, terraced paddies, and Dzao villages in their traditional dress. Overnight guesthouse in Ban Cao Thuong. 5–6 km, moderate, two climbs with some loose terrain.

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Day 3: Ba Be – Homestay in Tay Village (B, L, D)

Descend through primeval rainforest to the valley, boat to Dau Dang Waterfall, cross Ba Be Lake, and continue on foot to a Tay village for an authentic stilt-house homestay. 7–8 km (~3 hrs) with some challenging sections.

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Day 4: Ba Be – Cao Bang (B, L, D)

Walk the lakeshore to the park gate, then drive to Cao Bang. Afternoon trek from Ma Phuc Pass to Thang Hen Lake with expansive karst views. 12 km (~3 hrs)

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Day 5: Cao Bang – Ta Lung – La Village Homestay (B, L, D)

Scenic drive toward the Chinese border with a stop at a blacksmith village. After lunch in Ta Lung, trek through lush jungle and karst valleys to a small village homestay.

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Day 6: La Village – Dong Khe – That Khe – Lang Son (B, L, D)

Morning walk to Dong Khe local market. Continue by road to Lang Son and enjoy a bamboo raft ride along the Ky Cung River on the NE border.

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Day 7: Lang Son – Halong Bay (B, L, D)

Drive on the new highway to Halong. Board a beautiful wooden junk for a 24-hour cruise among limestone islands. Activities include kayaking and swimming. Overnight on board.

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Day 8: Halong Bay – Hanoi (B, L)

Sunrise coffee and breakfast while cruising past iconic rock formations. Disembark ~11:00 and return to Hanoi.

Tour Location

Northeast Vietnam highlights: Hanoi – Ba Be Lake – Cao Bang & Ta Lung borderlands – Lang Son – Halong Bay.

Journey through Northeast Vietnam’s emerald lakes, forested valleys, and dramatic karst ranges before capping the trip with a classic Halong Bay cruise. Authentic homestays and soft-to-moderate treks bring you close to Tay and Dzao cultures and the frontier landscapes along the Vietnam–China border.

Hanoi: Cultural gateway to the northeast.
Ba Be Lake: Boat on the Nang River to Puong Cave & Dau Dang Waterfall; rainforest treks and Tay/Dzao villages.
Cao Bang: Ma Phuc Pass to Thang Hen Lake hike with sweeping karst scenery.
Ta Lung borderlands: Remote valleys, village homestays, and frontier life.
Ky Cung River & Lang Son: Bamboo raft ride along the border.
Halong Bay: 24-hour cruise with kayaking, swimming, and island exploration.

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Trekking Northeast Vietnam