7 Day/ 6 Night Cao Bang Loop Tour

Kick off your Cao Bang Loop Tour by enjoying breakfast in our hotel prior to departure!

Your first climb is the winding Bac Sum Pass, followed by a stop at Heaven’s Gate (Quan Ba Pass) for sweeping views of the Twin Mountains and Tam Son Valley.

Next, visit Nam Dam Village, home to the Dao ethnic minority. Explore the peaceful village and its traditional clay houses before continuing to Lung Tam Village, where H’mong artisans produce handwoven hemp textiles dyed in natural indigo.

Enjoy a local lunch in Yen Minh, then continue your journey through the picturesque Can Ty Pass. Tackle the sharp bends of Tham Ma Pass, a favorite viewpoint for photos and sweeping valley views.

In the late afternoon, explore the striking Sang Tung Stone Desert, a unique limestone landscape unlike anywhere else on the loop.

Arrive in Dong Van by evening, where you’ll settle in to the homestay for the night. Enjoy a family style local dinner and choose to partake in karaoke, or relax and prepare for another day of unforgettable adventure.

Day 2 begins with breakfast at the homestay prior to embarking on a journey to the Northern most part of Vietnam.

Starting with Lo Lo Chai Village, we will explore local villages off the beaten path.

Next, head to Lung Cu Flag Tower to get an aerial view of the mountain range shared with China.

Enjoy lunch in a small village on the border, before riding towards Nho Que River and embarking on a boat trip down the turquoise river.

At the end of the day, endulge in a local dinner in Meo Vac before competing in a karaoke sing-off or relaxing with a view of the mountains.

Day 3 kicks off with a freshly prepared breakfast before driving to Bao Lac town.

Enjoy the peace and serenity of the rice fields around Bao Lac town. Watch the farmers tend to their animals and crops in the vast valleys between the mountains.

Next, make your way up the stunning 14-turn passes of Khau Coc Cha Pass; an engineering marvel blasted into the rock face.

At the top, we will leave the bikes behind and walk a short 30 minutes up to the highest viewpoint to appreciate the full depth of this pass.

Next, wind through the vast, expansive rice fields bordered by uniquely shaped rock cliffs on either side. Take in the natural beauty of Lenin Spring & Karl Marx Mountain.

End the day in a farm homestay, far from the bustle of daily life. Have a quiet dinner and enjoy the natural beauty of the surrounding lake and fields.

Wake up to a peaceful breakfast meal before starting a day full of adventure!

Our first stop is Ban Gioc Waterfall, Asia’s largest waterfall! This waterfall is shared between China and Vietnam – wave to our neighboring country’s tourists across the lake!

The adventure continues with a stop at a second waterfall – Co La Waterfall. Walk across the bridge and observe the fresh water cascading down the many levels.

From there, we will hop back on the bikes and drive to Nguom Ngao Cave, a natural cave wonder with limestone formations.

We will end our adventure-packed day at Khuoi Ky Stone Village, a small local village set back into the mountain side. This homestay was built into the side of a cave and passed down through the local family for generations.

After breakfast, we will hit the road towards Dragon Eye Mountain.

This distinctly unique mountain rises out of the valley and features a giant, dragon-head sized hole in the center. It is surrounded by a large green lake for half of the year, and home to grazing horses, cows, and buffalo for the remainder of the year.

Next, ride to Ba Be National Park, the jewel of Bac Kan province. It is the largest fresh water lake in Vietnam. Spend the remainder of the day exploring the expansuve beauty of this National park.

Spend the evening in Ba Be, away from the hustle and bustle of the cities and towns. Enjoy a home-cooked meal and relax in the tranquility of nature.

With Day 6 comes a relaxing schedule of exploring Ba Be National Park. This park is home to several wonders that are waiting to be explored.

After breakfast, begin the day with a trek through the park and a chance to stretch your legs.

Marvel at the lesser-known Puong Caves which host an overwhelming amount of limestone stalactites and stalagmites.

Visit Dao Dang Waterfall and breathe in the fresh mountain spring air.

Spend your last night in Ba Be National Park and enjoy a local Northern-style meal.

Day 7 is the last, but certainly not the least! After breakfast, we will embark on a boat trip on the famous Ba Be Lake – known for its spectacular blue, green water.

In the afternoon, we will end in Cao Bang City where you will bid farewell to your driver. Board the bus and reflect on the fabulous five days of adventure as you make your way back to Hanoi.