Searching for the ultimate all-inclusive private road trip across Northern Vietnam’s pristine frontier? The Cao Bang Loop Tour 3 Days 2 Nights is a premium, door-to-door private car itinerary crafted for travelers who want to combine the ancient karst waters of Ba Be National Park with the thundering majesty of Ban Gioc Waterfall.
Designed with private air-conditioned transport, handpicked local accommodation—including an exclusive stay inside the historic stone stilt houses of Khuoi Ky Stone Village—and full meal coverage, this tour eliminates transit friction and lets you experience the UNESCO Non Nuoc Cao Bang Geopark in total comfort.
Tour Overview & Key Details
- Duration: 3 Days / 2 Nights
- Departure & Return: Daily pickup & drop-off directly at your hotel lobby in the Hanoi Old Quarter or Noi Bai International Airport (HAN).
- Transportation: Modern, air-conditioned private vehicle (Sedan, SUV, or 16-seat Minivan) with a professional mountain driver.
- Featured Highlights: Ba Be Lake Boat Cruise, Puong Cave, Nang River Kayaking, Ban Gioc Waterfall, Phat Tich Truc Lam Pagoda, Nguom Ngao Cave, Khuoi Ky Tay Stone Village, Phia Thap Incense Village, Ma Phuc Pass, and Angel Eye Mountain (Núi Mắt Thần).
- Tour Price: $270 USD per person (Based on a private group of 4 people).
Tour Route Map & Daily Flow
DAY 1: Hanoi ──► Ba Be Lake ──► Puong Cave & Kayaking ──► Hotel & Pool
DAY 2: Ba Be ──► Ban Gioc Waterfall ──► Nguom Ngao Cave ──► Khuoi Ky Stone Village
DAY 3: Khuoi Ky ──► Phia Thap Village ──► Ma Phuc Pass ──► Angel Eye Mountain ──► Hanoi
Detailed Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 01: Hanoi – Ba Be National Park – Lake Cruise & Kayaking (L, D)
- 08:00 AM: Your private driver meets you at your hotel lobby in the Hanoi Old Quarter. Step into your private air-conditioned vehicle and begin the scenic drive north along the CT07 Expressway toward Bac Kan Province.
- 12:30 PM: Arrive at Ba Be National Park. Enjoy a delicious welcome lunch featuring local river specialties at a lakeside restaurant, then check into your comfortable hotel room (complete with swimming pool access).
- 02:00 PM: Transfer to the pier to board your private wooden boat for a comprehensive cruise on Ba Be Lake.
- Cruise down the serene Nang River into Puong Cave (Động Puông), a massive 300-meter karst tunnel filled with towering stalactites and home to thousands of bats.
- Navigate across the three lake basins (Pe Leng, Pe Lu, Pe Lam).
- Disembark for an afternoon kayaking session on the calm, emerald waters, paddling around limestone islets and quiet bays.
- 07:00 PM: Savor a family-style dinner featuring regional delicacies (grilled lake fish, smoked hill pork, wild forest greens). Spend a restful night enjoying the hotel pool and mountain views.
Day 02: Ba Be Lake – Ban Gioc Waterfall – Nguom Ngao Cave – Khuoi Ky Stone Village (B, L, D)
- 07:30 AM – 08:00 AM: Breakfast at the hotel in Ba Be. Check out and depart east toward Cao Bang Province, driving across scenic mountain passes. Stop for lunch at a local restaurant along the route.
- 01:00 PM: Arrive in Dam Thuy commune to explore Cao Bang’s iconic attractions:
- Ban Gioc Waterfall (Thác Bản Giốc): Marvel at one of the world’s largest border waterfalls. Walk along the river banks and take optional bamboo raft rides to the base of the thundering cascades.
- Phat Tich Truc Lam Pagoda: Hike up to this peaceful Zen temple to enjoy elevated panoramic views over the entire Ban Gioc Waterfall valley and border landscape.
- Nguom Ngao Cave (Tiger Cave): Walk through a 1-kilometer lit pathway inside an incredible limestone cavern filled with petrified stone waterfalls and stalactites.
- 05:00 PM: Check into your homestay in Khuoi Ky Stone Village. This 400-year-old Tay ethnic village is famous for its unique traditional stilt houses constructed entirely from hand-carved river stones.
- 07:00 PM: Enjoy a traditional home-cooked dinner hosted by local Tay villagers and relax in the peaceful rural surroundings.
Day 03: Khuoi Ky Village – Phia Thap Incense Village – Ma Phuc Pass – Angel Eye Mountain – Hanoi (B, L)
- 07:00 AM – 08:00 AM: Breakfast at the stone village homestay. Check out of your room.
- 08:30 AM: Begin your return road trip across the Non Nuoc Cao Bang UNESCO Global Geopark, making signature stops:
- Phia Thap Incense Village: Walk through this Nung An ethnic hamlet to witness traditional, 100% natural handmade incense crafting.
- Ma Phuc Pass (Đèo Mã Phục): Stop at the summit of one of Cao Bang’s most famous 7-tiered winding mountain passes for panoramic photos.
- Angel Eye Mountain (Núi Mắt Thần / Mountain with a Hole): Venture into a secluded valley to view this spectacular geological wonder—a mountain pierced through by a massive 50-meter natural circular hole, surrounded by lush meadows and grazing cattle.
- 12:00 PM: Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant in Cao Bang City.
- 01:30 PM: Board your private car for the afternoon return drive toward Hanoi via Highway QL3 / CT07.
- 07:00 PM – 07:30 PM: Arrive in Hanoi. Your private driver drops you off directly back at your hotel lobby in the Hanoi Old Quarter. Trip completes.
Tour Pricing & Inclusions / Exclusions
Package Price
- Price: $270 USD / person (Based on a private group of 4 travelers).
- Custom quotes available for solo travelers, couples, or larger groups/families.
┌───────────────────────────────────┬───────────────────────────────────┐
│ WHAT IS INCLUDED │ WHAT IS EXCLUDED │
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│ ✓ Private car with private driver │ ✗ Personal Travel Insurance │
│ ✓ Door-to-door Old Quarter pickup │ ✗ Alcoholic drinks & soft beverages│
│ ✓ 2 Nights Accommodations (Hotel │ ✗ Personal tips & gratuities │
│ with pool + Stone Homestay) │ ✗ Personal expenses outside program│
│ ✓ Meals: 2 Breakfasts, 3 Lunches, │ │
│ 2 Dinners │ │
│ ✓ All entrance fees & boat passes │ │
│ ✓ Kayak rental on Ba Be Lake │ │
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Why Choose This Private Tour Package?
- Zero Logistic Friction: No public bus transfers, no confusing connections, and no navigating unpaved rural roads yourself. Your private driver handles all transit door-to-door.
- Unique Cultural Accommodations: Stay one night at a modern hotel with a swimming pool in Ba Be and one night inside an authentic stone stilt house in Khuoi Ky Stone Village.
- Flexible & Relaxed Pace: Unlike rigid big-bus group tours, private tours allow you to pause for photo stops at mountain viewpoints, rest whenever needed, and adjust daily pacing.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Can this tour pick up directly from Noi Bai Airport?
Yes. If your flight arrives in Hanoi on the morning of Day 1, your private driver can pick you up directly from domestic or international arrival terminals at Noi Bai Airport (HAN) to begin the tour.
Is this tour suitable for families and senior travelers?
Yes. Because transit is conducted via private vehicle, the pacing is comfortable. Boat docks and attraction pathways (such as Ban Gioc Waterfall and Nguom Ngao Cave) feature paved footpaths suitable for most fitness levels.
How do I confirm my booking?
Contact our booking desk with your travel dates, passenger count, and hotel address in Hanoi. We will confirm availability, vehicle details, and deposit instructions.
