Explore Ba Be Lake – Ban Gioc Waterfall – Cao Bang Geopark
Tour Overview
Experience the best of Northern Vietnam with this 4-day Ba Be & Cao Bang loop tour. From a peaceful boat trip on Ba Be Lake to the majestic Ban Gioc Waterfall and scenic mountain passes, this journey combines nature, culture, and adventure.
Tour Code: BBV401BC Duration: 4 Days 3 Nights |
Difficulty: Moderate
Destinations: Ba Be National Park – Cao Bang Loop Group Size: Minimum 2 people Departs: Daily upon request
Pricing (per person in USD)
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Day 1: Ba Be Lake Boat Trip – Nature & Culture
08:30 AM – Start your journey
After breakfast, transfer to the boat dock and begin your relaxing cruise on Ba Be Lake, surrounded by limestone mountains and jungle.
An Ma Temple: Visit a sacred island temple and learn about local legends
Ethnic Village Walk: Explore a Tay village, rice fields, and stilt houses
Dau Dang Waterfall: Enjoy lunch by the river with local dishes
Puong Cave: Discover a stunning river cave with stalactites and bat colonies
Widow Island: Swim or relax and enjoy sunset views
05:00 PM – Return to hotel
Day 2: Trekking & Motorbike Adventure in Ba Be
08:30 AM – Start your adventure
Forest Trekking: 1.5-hour trek through Ba Be National Park
Hua Ma Cave: Visit one of the most beautiful caves in the region
Local Lunch: Enjoy authentic Vietnamese cuisine
Tat Ma Waterfall: Swim in a hidden natural pool
Rice Terraces & Local Life: Meet local farmers and enjoy scenic views
05:00 PM – Return to hotel
Day 3: Ba Be to Ban Gioc Waterfall
Distance: ~200 km
07:00 AM: Breakfast at hotel
07:30 AM: Travel by private car with guide
Stops along the way for sightseeing and lunch.
Afternoon visits:
Ban Gioc Waterfall: One of the most beautiful waterfalls in Vietnam
Nguom Ngao Cave: Explore a spectacular limestone cave
Phat Tich Pagoda: Enjoy panoramic views
Evening: Dinner and overnight at local homestay
Day 4: Cao Bang Scenic Loop – Return to Hanoi
Ma Phuc Pass: Enjoy breathtaking mountain views
Angel Eye Mountain: Unique mountain with a hole at its center (UNESCO Geopark)
Traditional Craft Villages:
Phia Thap (Incense village)
Dia Tren (Paper village)
Phuc Sen (Blacksmith village)
Ba Quang Grass Hill: Wild and peaceful landscape
16:30 – End of tour Transfer to night bus back to Hanoi.
What’s Included
Private car transportation from Ba Be to Cao Bang Loop
English-speaking tour guide
Accommodation (3 nights homestay/hotel)
Meals as indicated
Boat trip on Ba Be Lake
Motorbike experience
All entrance fees & permits
Bus from Hanoi to Ba Be and back to Hanoi from Cao bang city