[MB01_VCTNĐ] HO CHI MINH CITY – HA GIANG – DONG VAN – CAO BANG – BAN GIOC WATERFALL – LANG SON TOUR

• Morning: Guests gather at Tan Son Nhat International Airport for check-in procedures on the flight to Hanoi.

• 09:00 AM: Upon arrival at Noi Bai International Airport, the tour guide and driver will welcome the group and depart for Ha Giang via National Highway 2 and the Noi Bai – Lao Cai Expressway, passing through Tam Dao and Tay Thien in Vinh Phuc Province.

• 11:30 AM: Lunch will be served in Tuyen Quang. After lunch, the group will visit ATK Tan Trao, a historically significant revolutionary base. This site served as the residence and workplace of President Ho Chi Minh and senior leaders, as well as various central agencies. It was known as the “Capital of the Liberated Zone” during the August Revolution in 1945 and later as the “Resistance Capital” during the prolonged war against French colonialism.

• The journey continues to Ha Giang. The group will stop for photos at Ha Giang Km0 Marker — the intersection of National Highways 2, 34, and 4C, also known as the “Happiness Road.”

• 05:30 PM: Arrival in Ha Giang. Check-in and rest at the hotel.

• Evening: Dinner at a local restaurant. Overnight in Ha Giang.

• Morning: After breakfast at the hotel, check out and depart for the Dong Van Karst Plateau Geopark to explore the majestic and untouched beauty of Vietnam’s Northeast mountains. En route, the group will visit:

• Quan Ba Heaven Gate: Enjoy a panoramic view of Tam Son Town and Quan Ba District. Stop for photos at the famous Twin Mountains (Fairy Bosom Mountains), a well-known natural landmark associated with a local legend symbolizing eternal love and fidelity.

• Pho Cao Village: Discover traditional H’Mong houses characterized by their unique stone fences surrounding each home.

• Sung La Village: Visit a traditional H’Mong clay house, which served as a filming location for “Story of Pao” (2006), directed by Ngô Quang Hải. The film was adapted from the short story “The Sound of the Lip Zither Behind the Stone Fence” by Đỗ Bích Thủy and won four Golden Kite Awards. Guests will also have time to rest and take photos of buckwheat flowers near the Nine-Turn Pass.

• Photo stop at Tham Ma Pass, one of the most scenic mountain passes in Ha Giang.

• Lunch: Enjoy local specialties at a restaurant.

• Afternoon visits:

• Lung Cu Flag Tower: Located at Vietnam’s northernmost point, marking the highest latitude on the country’s map.

• Vuong Palace (H’Mong King’s Palace): The former residence of Vuong Chinh Duc, situated in a valley in Sa Phin Commune. The Vuong family was the most powerful and wealthy clan in Dong Van Plateau in the early 20th century.

• Evening: Dinner at a local restaurant. Overnight in Dong Van.

• Morning: Breakfast at the hotel. Depart to conquer Ma Pi Leng Pass on the way to Meo Vac — the most spectacular section of the legendary “Happiness Road.”

• Stop for photos overlooking the majestic Ma Pi Leng Canyon, approximately 800 meters deep, known as the most deeply divided terrain in Vietnam.

• Boat trip on the Nho Que River: Cruise downstream through the breathtaking Tu San Canyon, the deepest canyon in Vietnam, carved along the emerald waters of the Nho Que River. (Optional tour – at guests’ own expense).

• Lunch: Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant.

• Continue the journey to Cao Bang. Upon arrival, check in at the hotel and rest.

• Evening: Dinner at a local restaurant featuring regional specialties. Free time to explore Cao Bang by night. Overnight in Cao Bang.

• Morning: After breakfast, check out from the hotel. The tour guide and driver will transfer the group to Pac Bo for sightseeing:

• Pac Bo Historical Site: Visit the revolutionary base where President Ho Chi Minh lived and worked from 1941 to 1945. The group will take commemorative photos at Lenin Stream and Karl Marx Mountain, and visit Coc Bo Cave.

• Nguom Ngao Cave (Tiger Cave): One of the most beautiful limestone caves not only in Cao Bang Province but also in northern Vietnam, famous for its impressive stalactites and stalagmites.

• Lunch: Lunch at a local restaurant.

• Ban Gioc Waterfall: En route, enjoy the magnificent and layered mountain scenery of the Northeast region. Located in Dam Thuy Commune, Trung Khanh District, Ban Gioc is one of the tallest and most spectacular waterfalls in Vietnam, situated on the Vietnam–China border. The roaring sound of the cascading water can be heard from kilometers away. Ranked among the world’s four largest transnational waterfalls, Ban Gioc has become an increasingly attractive destination for both domestic and international travelers.

• Evening: Dinner at a local restaurant. Free time to explore Cao Bang City at night. Overnight in Cao Bang.

• Morning: Breakfast at the hotel. Check out procedures.

• 08:00 AM: Depart for Lang Son. En route, stop for a photo opportunity at Huu Nghi Border Gate.

• Lunch: Lunch at a local restaurant.

• Free time for shopping at Lang Son Market or visit the Mac Dynasty Citadel historical site.

• Depart for Hanoi. Transfer to Noi Bai International Airport for the return flight to Ho Chi Minh City.

• Upon arrival in Ho Chi Minh City, end of services. Farewell and see you again on the next journey.

Note: The itinerary sequence may be adjusted depending on actual conditions; however, all listed attractions will be fully covered.

• Transportation: 16–29 seat tourist vehicle (depending on group size) for airport transfers and sightseeing as per the program.

• Round-trip Airfare: Ho Chi Minh City – Hanoi – Ho Chi Minh City

  • Vietnam Airlines (10kg carry-on baggage + 01 checked bag up to 23kg)

  • VietJet Air (07kg carry-on baggage + 20kg checked baggage)

• Accommodation (2–3 Star Hotels): 2–3 guests per room. Reference hotels or similar standard:

  • Ha Giang: Hoa Cuong Hotel, Silk River Hotel, or equivalent

  • Dong Van: Khai Hoan Hotel, or equivalent

  • Cao Bang: Max Boutique Hotel, Luxury Hotel, or equivalent

  • Ba Be: Asim Hotel, or equivalent

• Meals:

  • 04 breakfasts at the hotel + 01 light dinner on Day 5

  • 09 lunches and dinners at local restaurants, ensuring hygiene and quality standards

• Tour Guide:

  • Airport assistance at Tan Son Nhat Airport for departure procedures

  • Vietnamese-speaking tour guide throughout the trip

• Insurance: Travel insurance in accordance with local regulations.

• Entrance Fees: All admission tickets to attractions as stated in the itinerary.

• Complimentary Gifts: Travel hat and bottled drinking water.

• Tips for tour guide and local driver

• Personal expenses not mentioned in the program (laundry, telephone, minibar, etc.)

• Boat trip on the Nho Que River

• Boat trip on the Quay Son River

• Children under 5 years old: Free of charge (any additional expenses during the tour will be covered by the family). Each two adults may accompany one child free of charge; from the second child onward, the child rate (applicable for ages 5 and above) will be charged.

• Children from 5 to under 10 years old: Share bed with parents. Each two adults may accompany one child at this rate; from the second child onward, adult rate will apply.

• Children from 10 years old and above: Charged at full adult rate.

• Airfare for children: Applied according to the regulations of the respective airline.

• First Payment: A deposit of 50% of the total tour price is required at the time of booking to secure the reservation. Payment can be made via bank transfer or in cash at our office.

• Final Payment: The remaining balance must be settled 7–10 days prior to departure.

(Excluding Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays)

In the event of cancellation, the following charges will apply:

• Cancellation immediately after booking confirmation: 30% of the total tour price

• Cancellation 20 days before departure: 50% of the total tour price

• Cancellation 10–19 days before departure: 75% of the total tour price

• Cancellation 0–10 days before departure: 100% of the total tour price

• All cancellations must be submitted directly to the Company via written notice (fax, email, or message) and must be confirmed by the Company. Cancellations made by phone will not be accepted.

• As this is a group tour combining individual travelers, the Company requires a minimum of 10 adult participants for guaranteed departure. If the group size is fewer than 10 adults, the Company will notify customers at least 3 days prior to departure and offer either a new departure date or a full refund of the deposit paid.

• In cases of force majeure (including but not limited to terrorism, civil unrest, natural disasters, floods, epidemics, etc.), depending on the actual situation and for the safety and convenience of customers, the Company reserves the right to modify or cancel the tour program. The Company may offer an alternative program of equivalent cost. Any additional costs incurred under the new program shall be borne by the customer. Both parties shall make every reasonable effort to minimize losses caused by force majeure events.

• The Company shall not be responsible for additional expenses arising from changes in itinerary or flight schedules caused by airlines, railways, or shipping operators, including but not limited to additional meals, accommodation, transportation, or guide services.