3 Days Ha Giang Loop Tour From Hanoi

Destinations: Hanoi, Ha Giang

Starts Hanoi

Ends Ha Giang

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Trip overview

Ha Giang is one of the highest towns of Vietnam and has a quintessential view of mountainous Vietnam and China, surrounded by sharp hills. The district lies at the height of 1,100m, of which there is Lung Cu peak at the height 1600m to 1800m compared to sea level. This is an extreme north, considered to be the rooftops of Vietnam. Travelers have to overcome the peak of Ma Pi Leng. On beautiful days, its pass seems to collect all the beauty of nature, with ..More

Duration: 3 days / 2 nights
Activities: Trekking, Sightseeing, Cultural, Nature Discovery
Tour type: Group Tour, Private Tour
Themes:, Northern Vietnam Tours

Highlights

Explore Ha Giang in a 3-day tour from Hanoi
Enjoy night life in Dong Van town
Visit famous Ma Pi Leng Pass and Nho Que River
Take photos of Lung Cu Flag Tower, the North Pole of Vietnam
Learn about local cultures of ethnic minorities, such as H'mong, Dzao, Lo Lo, Tay
Watch Tam Giac Mach flower if you are travelling from Sep to Dec

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Tour itinerary

Day 1: Hanoi (Sleeper Bus) - Ha Giang - Meo Vac - Dong Van (B/L/D)

Hanoi (Sleeper Bus) - Ha Giang - Meo Vac - Dong Van (B/L/D)

We will pick you up around 7:00pm at your hotel located in Hanoi Old Quarter and transfer to Ha Giang on the previous night. Overnight on the sleeping bus.

Today, you will arrive Ha Giang City around 4:00am then our guide will take you to the hotel to sleep until 7:00am.
After breakfast, we will start the drive to Dong Van. On the way you will pass by Quan Ba and its legendary Fairy Bosom Hills, Yen Minh for lunch.
After Lunch, you will then reach Xa Phin, we will continue our loop to the final frontier and travel through Ma Le, the ‘one-eyed ghost’ area. This road remains a secret, it can take you to the northernmost point of Vietnam, Lung Cu, home of the Lo Lo ethnic minority, or to Vuong palace which is our next destination. It is a unique place, home of the H’mong King, whose architecture is
influenced by three cultures: Chinese, French and Hmong. It was also used during the French colonization as a secret storage room for opium.
Arriving in Dong Van, you will settle for the night in a hotel and have dinner in a local restaurant.

Highlights and activities: Dong Van, Quan Ba, Vuong Palace
Accommodation: Hotel in Dong Van
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 2: Trekking In Dong Van (B/L/D)

You will start today an amazing trek through the unique Dong Van Karst Plateau, included in the UNESCO Global Geoparks Network since 2010. Located in the northernmost province in Vietnam, nearly 80% of the geopark is covered by limestone, high mountains and deep canyons, providing the area with a temperate climate ideal for trekking.
In the 1920s, the French colonists set up one of the biggest fortresses in northern Vietnam at the highest point of the mountain dominating Dong Van town. The area is rich with history and geological wonders.
You will stroll around the frontier between China and Vietnam, visiting remote villages living on the border, learning about the different aspects of the H’mong and Tay ethnic minority groups. One of the highlight will be the discovery of Thien Huong, a 100-year old secret village sitting on the mountainside with traditional Tay houses.

Highlights and activities: Dong Van, Don Cao, Thien Huong village
Accommodation: Hotel in Dong Van
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 3: Dong Van - Yen Minh - Ha Giang - Overnight Bus To Hanoi (B/L)

Dong Van - Yen Minh - Ha Giang - Overnight Bus To Hanoi (B/L)

If today is Sunday, you are lucky as Dong Van ethnic market it open. This a change for you to meet local ethnic minorities in the area and gives you the unique opportunity to walk through the crowd,
witness the trade market of buffalos, cows or chickens, or be dazzled by the colourful booths of traditional ethnic clothes.

Today we will start the second trek of the trip, a 10-kilometer hike through Ma Pi Leng pass, a must see destination in Ha Giang. You will stroll around the valley, meet a small Hmong village under the hill, cling to the side of the undulating mountains, overlooking the Nho Que river, giving unrivalled views of the valleys and terraced hemp fields, which decorate the mountainsides. This pass will make you feelings you never experienced before.
Though it is not advised, if you do not want to trek you will have the possibility to stay with the driver in the car and zigzag down the pass to the end of the trail. You can stop for photos on the way.
The tour then continues to Yen Minh, known for its countless terraced fields, posed on the mountainsides. Lunch will be served at your next stop in Quan Ba, before returning to Ha Giang City.
8:00pm: The driver will pick you up at the meeting point then transfer to Hanoi.
You will arrive Hanoi around 4:00am the next day. End of the 3 day Ha Giang Loop Tour from Hanoi.

Highlights and activities: Dong Van Market, Ma Pi Leng
Accommodation: Not Included
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

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Trip Inclusion

A/C bus / car transfers
Hotel or Homestay with breakfast
English speaking professional guide
The various visits admission fees
Meals as indicated in the program (excluding drinks)
Spring water and refreshing during steps wipes
All sightseeing tickets (travel permit)
No extra charge after confirmation
24/7 hotline support guaranteed

Trip Exclusions

International flights and airport taxes
Travel insurance
Other meals which are not indicated above
Beverages in the restaurants where meals are included
Gratuities to guides and drivers
Personal and other expenses such as porterage, bar bills and laundry not stated in the itinerary.

Thing To Carry

Pack essentials, including light comfortable clothes suitable for outdoor activities, comfortable walking shoes. Take a small day pack for hiking and trekking.
It is essential to bring your passport on this trip. We also recommend packing: insect repellent, sun cream, raincoat and sun hat.

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