Cao Bang Camping 5 Days – Discover Khuoi Ky Village, Angel Eye Mountain & Khau Coc Cha Pass Adventure

8:30 AM – Conquer Ma Phuc Pass
Start your morning adventure with a ride through the legendary Ma Phuc Pass, one of the most stunning mountain passes in Vietnam. The road curves gracefully between towering limestone peaks, offering breathtaking panoramas of green valleys and distant clouds.

9:00 AM – Explore Cultural Craft Villages
Visit the traditional villages that give Cao Bang its charm:

• Phia Thap Village: Famous for handmade incense crafted from bamboo and herbs — the scent fills the air with calmness.

• Phuc Sen Forging Village: Watch blacksmiths shape red-hot metal using centuries-old techniques.

• Dia Tren Village: See how locals make natural paper by hand from “do” tree bark — a disappearing art form.

These visits offer glimpses into the lives of the Tay and Nung people, where culture and craftsmanship blend with mountain life.

10:00 AM – Ba Quang Panorama
Stop at Ba Quang Viewpoint, a hidden gem offering sweeping views of the valleys and terraced fields. The horizon stretches endlessly — a perfect spot for your first great photo of the trip.

12:30 PM – Lunch at a Local Restaurant
Savor authentic mountain cuisine — fresh vegetables, grilled meat, and local herbs — served by friendly villagers.

1:30 PM – Nguom Ngao Cave Exploration
Continue to Nguom Ngao Cave, a vast underground wonder stretching over 2.5 kilometers. As you wander through its cool, echoing chambers, admire the “Four Pillars of Heaven”, glittering stalactites, and rock formations that shimmer like crystal.

4:30 PM – Arrival at Khuoi Ky Village
Reach Khuoi Ky Stone Village, a 400-year-old Tay ethnic village built entirely of stone. The tranquil beauty of this place feels timeless.

Settle into your cozy homestay, surrounded by ancient stone houses and mountain serenity.

7:00 PM – Dinner & Rest
Enjoy a home-cooked meal prepared by your hosts, featuring local specialties and warm hospitality. In the evening, stroll around the village or relax by the fire — the perfect end to your first full day in Cao Bang.

7:00 AM – Breakfast & Check-out
Wake up to the sound of roosters and the smell of wood smoke drifting through the air. After breakfast, say goodbye to your hosts and continue your journey deeper into the mountains.

7:30 AM – Visit Phat Tich Truc Lam Ban Gioc Pagoda
Climb the steps of Truc Lam Pagoda, located on a hill overlooking Ban Gioc Waterfall. From here, the view is breathtaking — mist rising from the falls, rice fields stretching below, and the border peaks of China in the distance.

10:00 AM – Ban Gioc Waterfall Experience
Visit Ban Gioc Waterfall, Vietnam’s most majestic natural cascade. Standing 30 meters high and 300 meters wide, its roaring waters divide Vietnam and China, creating a scene of raw power and beauty.

Take a bamboo boat on the Quay Son River to get closer — feel the mist, hear the thunder, and capture photos that will take your breath away.

11:00 AM – Lunch at Local Restaurant
Enjoy lunch near the waterfall — try grilled fish, sticky rice, and mountain herbs while watching the river flow by.

2:00 PM – Depart for Angel Eye Mountain (Núi Thủng)
Travel to Angel Eye Mountain, one of the most iconic natural landmarks in Cao Bang. This massive limestone mountain has a perfect circular hole through its center — a surreal “window to the sky.”

5:00 PM – Camping Under the Stars
Arrive at your campsite beneath Angel Eye Mountain. Set up your tent beside the stream and enjoy the pure serenity of nature.

As night falls, gather around a campfire for a barbecue dinner, share stories, sip local rice wine, and watch the stars light up the sky. The air is cool, the mood joyful — a perfect moment of freedom and connection.

Overnight: Camping beneath Angel Eye Mountain.

7:00 AM – Breakfast in Nature
Wake up to the soft glow of sunrise and the sound of birds echoing through the valley. Have breakfast surrounded by nature before packing up camp.

8:30 AM – Pac Bo Historical Site & Ho Chi Minh Museum
Head to Pac Bo, one of Vietnam’s most sacred historical landmarks. Visit the Ho Chi Minh Museum and walk through the Pac Bo Relic Site, where President Ho Chi Minh lived and worked upon returning to Vietnam in 1941.

Stroll along the crystal-clear Le Nin Stream, where he once bathed and reflected. The peaceful water and green hills here create a deeply moving atmosphere — a place where nature and history intertwine.

Take photos at Km0, the symbolic starting point of the legendary Ho Chi Minh Trail.

12:00 PM – Lunch at Local Restaurant
Enjoy simple but delicious local dishes prepared by the villagers.

3:00 PM – Conquer Khau Coc Cha Pass
In the afternoon, embark on a thrilling ride up Khau Coc Cha Pass — one of the most breathtaking mountain passes in all of Vietnam. The road snakes between steep cliffs and lush valleys, with panoramic views at every turn.

This is where adventure truly comes alive — feel the wind, the thrill, and the freedom of the open mountain road.

5:00 PM – Arrival at Homestay
Reach your next homestay, nestled among terraced fields. Relax after a long day, enjoy a warm dinner, and share stories with your hosts.

7:00 AM – Breakfast & Check-out
Enjoy breakfast before your final day of discovery.

9:00 AM – Explore the Bamboo Forest
Take a peaceful walk through the Lung Pan Bamboo Forest, where sunlight filters through the tall green stalks. The forest feels like another world — quiet, beautiful, and full of life.

11:00 AM – Lunch at Local Restaurant
Enjoy a flavorful lunch before heading into the mountains.

2:00 PM – Phia Oac Mountain (Oac Mountain)
Ascend Phia Oac Mountain, standing 1,931 meters above sea level. With its cool alpine air and panoramic views, this area feels like Vietnam’s “Little Europe.” In winter, it’s even known to see snow — a rare and magical sight.

3:00 PM – Kolia Eco-Tourism Tea Hills
Visit the Kolia Tea Plantation, where rolling green tea hills create one of Cao Bang’s most romantic landscapes. Stroll through the fields, breathe in the fresh aroma of tea leaves, and enjoy a cup of locally grown tea while admiring the poetic scenery.

4:30 PM – Return to Cao Bang City
Return to the city as the journey comes full circle. The adventure ends, but the memories remain — waterfalls and caves, campfires and laughter, mountains and freedom.

You’ll leave Cao Bang with a full heart and a longing to return to its peaceful beauty someday.