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Adventure Hiking in Cao Bang and Vu Linh Tour 12 Days

Adventure Hiking in Cao Bang and Vu Linh Tour 12 Days

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Duration: 8 - 12 days
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With the noteworthy exception of the region surrounding Dong Van and Meo Vac, the provinces of northeastern Vietnam, which arcs eastward from Ha Giang to Lang Son, are not as magnificent as those found west of the Red River Valley. Here, the peaks are generally lower, the views are more intimate and have a gentler character overall, and there are less minority people dressed traditionally. Although it's still not as easy to see everything as it is in the northwest, the recently upgraded route between Meo Vac and Cao Bang makes it possible to visit the breathtaking scenery of Ha Giang Province, Ba Be Lake, and the area surrounding Cao Bang without having to go back.

The agricultural landscapes of the northeast are its main attractions; they range from classic images of towns completely covered in forest to spectacular limestone terrain, where pockets of farming are wedged between rocky outcrops whose lower slopes are ridged with terraces. Nonetheless, there are still large tracts of undeveloped wilderness and open space where ethnic minorities live and engage in swidden farming due to low population density. Although many have embraced Vietnamese culture, minorities in more isolated areas nevertheless maintain their unique cultural identity. This is especially clear at local markets, which are held on times determined by the lunar calendar.

Private-guided walking holidays
Golden Trail Travel Hiking Vietnam is an expert at creating personalized trekking and hiking trips throughout Vietnam. In the northern Vietnam, we provide the most options for day hikes, jungle treks, mountain climbs, home-stay trekking experiences, camping, and wildlife exploration. We can create any trekking, hiking, or walking choice for any age or budget thanks to our committed staff of senior travel consultants, hiking tour specialists, seasoned English-speaking tour leaders, and local H'mong, Thai, and Tay guides, cooks, and porters.
The itinerary shown above is merely an example; it can be altered further to suit your unique needs. Simply follow it or get in touch with us to create an adventure of your own.

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Homestay
Economy 2*+ Hotels
Superior 3* Hotels
First Class 4* Hotels
Deluxe 5* Hotels
Luxury 5*++ Hotels

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*All prices are based on per adult, in Double/Twin sharing
Surcharge will be applied for single traveler or single room request

Important Notes:
HOTELS, PROGRAMS & SCHEDULES SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE

GUIDE/LEADER:
English speaking guide. French , Germany , Spanish, Italian, Russian speaking guide can be arranged with on request.

What’s included
Adventure guide who speaks English (additional languages upon request).
The lodging is based on two or three people sharing.
Depending on the size of the group, a private Eco homestay village.
The meal schedule includes information on 10 breakfasts, 11 lunches, and 10 dinners.
On the first and last days, there will be a van or bus transfer.
Every day, the truck supports and delivers bags to the homestay.
excursions for sightseeing according to the itineraries.
first aid package.
Cruise by boat on Ba Be Lake.
Box of cold water, little towel.
Drinkable mineral water.
The support staff will make breakfast, lunch, and dinner while trekking, as well as bring water and picnic lunches.
local guide for trekking.

What is not included
airfare abroad.
insurance for travel.
things that are personal in nature.
soft drinks and alcoholic beverages throughout meals.
Mineral water above and beyond what is provided.
optional travels.
Any emergency circumstance necessitates additional transportation.
Personal costs include phone and laundry bills.
Visa charge.
departure tariff.
A team and guidance tip.

The following brings are essential suggested for trekking days only:

Backpack specialized for trekking.
Trekking shoes (extra light sandal suggested).
Light and comfortable trousers (02 pcs)
Cotton long sleeve: (01pc for each day)
Long socks (01 pair for each day)
Water proof jacket: 01
Pullover: 01
Coat to keep warm at night and waypoint: 01
Durable flash light.
Hat, Sun glasses and other manddatory
Camera (compact camera is suggested)

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Day 1: Hanoi Arrival

Greetings from Vietnam. When you arrive at Noi Bai International Airport, a driver and guide from Golden Trail Travel will meet you and take you to the hotel located in the center of Hanoi. Hanoi, the historic and vibrant capital of Vietnam, is home to some of Asia's most remarkable colonial buildings as well as a distinct old world charm. Following check-in, unwind on your own while discussing the schedule for the next few days with our guide. Take a cyclo ride through the Old Quarter's busy streets to explore Hanoi's blend of modern and historical charm. You will be greeted with a special welcome meal at a traditional Vietnamese restaurant following the trip. Spend the night in Hanoi.Summary:Activities: Picking up and transferring to hotelAcccommodation: Meals:L/DTransferring 30 km

Day 1: Hanoi Arrival

Day 2: Hanoi – That Khe – Trek to Na pang

Following a filling breakfast at the hotel, we will travel National Highway No. 1A via Lang Son to That Khe.You will encounter kind people and the stunning scenery of northern Vietnam en route. We took some time to tour the Tam Thanh and Nhi Thanh cave temples at Lang Son, which are home to Buddhist and Vietnamese Zen monasteries. Before arriving in That Khe, some Lang son Landmarks. lunch there in That khe. We arrange bags for the upcoming trekking days after lunch. In the Trang Dinh area of Lang Son, begin your trip from That Khe ta Na Pang village. We hike to Na Pang, the Tay people's village, across a rice terrace pady and a hill tribe village.When you go to the homestay, be sure you check in, unwind, and play sports with the locals. Have dinner and take in a Tay people live music performance. Summary:Activities: Transferring ad Hiking to VillageAcccommodation: EcohomestayMeals: B/L/DHiking distance:11 Km

Day 2: Hanoi – That Khe – Trek to Na pang

Day 3: Na Pang Trek to Pac Quang Village

Rise early to take in the clear morning air and surroundings. You can stroll through the village and talk to locals to get insight into their way of life and culture. perhaps snap some pictures of their children on en route to school in the morning. Return to the homestay to join the family for breakfast. After dinner, we bid the host farewell and begin our new day of trekking to Pac Quang, a village home to the Dao ethnic minority. We hike on buffalo tracks or single-track trails through the valleys, passing through rice fields and across streams to reach neighboring communities.On the way, we stop for a picnic lunch. After lunch, we hike on to Pac Quang, another settlement. After a tiring day of hiking, unwind with a refreshing drink or hot coffee in the village. Spend the evening and night with the Dao Homestay family.Summary:Activities: Trekking from Village - VillageAcccommodation: EcohomestayMeals:B/l/DHiking distance: 16 ,5 km: Day 4: Pac Quang Trek to Na Neng – Tay Hill tribecollaborating with family members to prepare banana cake and fancake for breakfast using honey. following a taste of a delicious dish. From Homestay, we start our hike to Na Nieng Village. We hike somewhat downward this morning, pass through a tropical jungle, cross a coin field, and arrive to Dong Khe Townlet for a picnic. The first significant conflict in Indochina, fought in 1950 between the French and Vietnamese, was at Dong Khe. We eat lunch at a nearby eatery. Following lunch, we resume our ascent up the slope while taking in the beautiful views of the towering limestone mountains of Dong Khe. arriving at the Tay people's Na Nieng village to check in and unwind on your own.Summary:Activities: Trekking from village - VillageAcccommodation:EcohomestayMeals:B/L/DHiking distance: 16 Km Day 5; Na Nieng Trek to La Village
After checking out, have breakfast with the host. We head to La village, where the Tay ethnic minority resides. We begin a new trekking day by climbing and descending a path through rice terrace paddy, passing a region of limestone mountains encircled by tropical forests, and then descending to a valley where you will come across some ethnic minorities coexisting with one another. arriving in the late afternoon in La Village.Spend the evening and night with the Tay family.
Summary:
Activities: Trekking from Village - Village
Acccommodation: Ecohomestay
Meals:B/L/D
Hiking distance: 17 Km

Day 6: La Village – Ta Nung – Ban Gioc Waterfall
After a filling breakfast with a local family, bid the host farewell. After an hour, we go from La Village and travel to Ta Nung, the border gate with China and the busiest economic area in Phuc Hoa district, Cao Bang province. We will hike across some streams and through a jungle. Then ride a bamboo raft to Ta Lung over the Bang Giang River. Our shuttle van will collect you up when you get to Ta lung and take you to a nearby restaurant for lunch. We ride the bus to the Ban Gioc Waterfall after lunch. You are enthralled with the stunning scenery and unspoiled environment along the route.Make a stop on route to Phuc Sen to observe the daily lives of the Tay ethnic group and tour a hill tribe community. arriving at Ban Gioc Resort to register and unwind on your own. Spend the evening and the next day at the Ban Gioc Waterfall Resort.
Summary:
Activities: Trekking to the meeting location and Taking the Bus to Ban Gioc
Acccommodation: Sai Gon Ban Gioc Resort
Meals: B/L/D
Hiking distance: 11 Km

Day 7: Ban Gioc Water fall – Cao Bang
Rise early to take in the crisp air and spectacular landscape of the frontier line area. Take a stroll down to the water fall for awe-inspiring views and ride a bamboo raft to see the majestic water fall. return to the resort to eat breakfast.Following a filling breakfast, we will ride our shuttle bus to Nguom Ngao Cave and Bac Po, the places where President Ho Chi Minh first set foot in Vietnam after spending thirty years living and working abroad. He lived and worked in a cave for more than a year after first staying with a local family. Eat lunch on the way. following lunch. We go to tour a few typical hill tribe villages before spending the night in Cao Bang.Go to a local eatery for dinner. Spend the night in a hotel.
Summary:
Activities: Trasferring and visiting
Acccommodation: Hotel
Meals:B/L/D
Transferring distance: 150 Km

Day 3: Na Pang Trek to Pac Quang Village

Day 5: ; Na Nieng Trek to La Village

After checking out, have breakfast with the host. We head to La village, where the Tay ethnic minority resides. We begin a new trekking day by climbing and descending a path through rice terrace paddy, passing a region of limestone mountains encircled by tropical forests, and then descending to a valley where you will come across some ethnic minorities coexisting with one another. arriving in the late afternoon in La Village.Spend the evening and night with the Tay family.Summary:Activities: Trekking from Village - VillageAcccommodation: EcohomestayMeals:B/L/DHiking distance: 17 Km Day 6: La Village – Ta Nung – Ban Gioc WaterfallAfter a filling breakfast with a local family, bid the host farewell. After an hour, we go from La Village and travel to Ta Nung, the border gate with China and the busiest economic area in Phuc Hoa district, Cao Bang province. We will hike across some streams and through a jungle. Then ride a bamboo raft to Ta Lung over the Bang Giang River. Our shuttle van will collect you up when you get to Ta lung and take you to a nearby restaurant for lunch. We ride the bus to the Ban Gioc Waterfall after lunch. You are enthralled with the stunning scenery and unspoiled environment along the route.Make a stop on route to Phuc Sen to observe the daily lives of the Tay ethnic group and tour a hill tribe community. arriving at Ban Gioc Resort to register and unwind on your own. Spend the evening and the next day at the Ban Gioc Waterfall Resort.Summary:Activities: Trekking to the meeting location and Taking the Bus to Ban GiocAcccommodation: Sai Gon Ban Gioc ResortMeals: B/L/DHiking distance: 11 Km Day 7: Ban Gioc Water fall – Cao BangRise early to take in the crisp air and spectacular landscape of the frontier line area. Take a stroll down to the water fall for awe-inspiring views and ride a bamboo raft to see the majestic water fall. return to the resort to eat breakfast.Following a filling breakfast, we will ride our shuttle bus to Nguom Ngao Cave and Bac Po, the places where President Ho Chi Minh first set foot in Vietnam after spending thirty years living and working abroad. He lived and worked in a cave for more than a year after first staying with a local family. Eat lunch on the way. following lunch. We go to tour a few typical hill tribe villages before spending the night in Cao Bang.Go to a local eatery for dinner. Spend the night in a hotel.Summary:Activities: Trasferring and visitingAcccommodation: Hotel Meals:B/L/DTransferring distance: 150 Km

Day 5: ; Na Nieng Trek to La Village

Day 8: Cao Bang – Ba Be

Following hotel breakfast, we head to Ba Be National Park, a well-known natural complex in Vietnam that is primarily home to Ba Be Lake, which is thought to be the country's largest naturally occurring freshwater lake. It is the highest lake above sea level in Vietnam at 150 meters above sea level. After arriving in Cho Ra Town, we will eat lunch at a neighborhood restaurant before embarking on a leisurely boat ride down the Nang River to reach the stunning Ba Be Lake. We will take a cruise in Puong Cave, which spans 300 meters and is roughly 30 meters high. It entirely goes through a mountain. The cave is crossed by a river that may be navigated, providing an exciting boat excursion.a three-hour boat excursion to discover the gorgeous Ba Be Lake. We arrive to Pac Ngoi, a Tay ethnic minority village, following the boat ride. Dinner and a night in a neighborhood home.Summary:Activities: Visiting and transferringAcccommodation: EcohomestayMeals:B/L/DHiking distance: 8 Km

Day 8: Cao Bang – Ba Be

Day 9: Ba Be Bike and Boat

At the homestay, breakfast. After a quick motorcycle ride, we will start our little walk into the jungle. We can get a fantastic view of Babe Lake at certain rest areas. We hike for an hour before making our way down to the lakeshore and over a bridge to An Ma Island. Before we begin our kayaking adventure, we pay a visit to the island's temple.After leaving the island, we will paddle to Dau Dang Waterfall and have a picnic lunch there in the stunning natural surroundings. We paddle back to Babe Lake after lunch. We can go swimming in the lake's refreshingly cool water if the weather permits. Return by canoe to Pac Ngoi village to spend an additional night at the homestay.Summary:Activities: kayaking and exploringAcccommodation: EcohomestayMeals:B/l/DHiking distance: 8 km

Day 9: Ba Be Bike and Boat

Day 10: Ba Be – Vu Linh

After eating breakfast with a local family, we go through Tuyen Quang to reach Thac Ba Water Reservoir. You will be rewarded with breathtaking landscapes and environment throughout the route. You can also stop to explore some vibrant hill tribal settlements and learn about their distinct traditions. After arriving in the afternoon in Vulinh Village, take a two-hour boat ride on Thac Ba Lake to take in the stunning limestone mountain range and lovely surroundings. Returning to the boat pier, we hiked through the village and its environs for several hours. You have the chance to learn about the ancient culture and customs of the Dao Quan Trang People and experience their daily lives. Enjoy a live music performance and dinner when you return to your homestay.Summary:Activities: Transferring and trekkingAcccommodation: EcohomestayMeals:B/L/DHiking distance: 12 Km

Day 10: Ba Be – Vu Linh

Day 11: Vu Linh - Hanoi

Get up early to witness the dawn over the horizon and savor the morning's pure scenery and fresh air.While en route to school, stroll through the village and engage in conversation with residents and students. Alternatively, visit the nearby market to engage with the hill tribe members who are trading their own produce with one another. Return to the homestay for breakfast and make sure you check out. Once your bill has been settled, we leave for Hanoi. Before getting to Hanoi, you have time to stop by a few hill tribal communities along side roads and spend some time in Duong Lam Ancent villages.Summary:Activities: Transferring to HanoiAcccommodation: Meals:B/L/DHiking distance: No Note: Accommodations may vary according on availability. If so, we will select a comparable lodging.Meals: Please let us know in advance if you have any dietary restrictions (vegetarian, vegan, or allergic), so that our restaurant, tour guide, and partners can prepare accordingly.

Day 11: Vu Linh - Hanoi

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