3D2N - CAO BANG - BAN GIOC: PAC BO - BAN GIOC WATERFALL – NGUOM NGAO (TIGER) - BA BE LAKE

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Overview

Code: TOUR-12367

Tour type: Group tour

Duration: 3 days

This 3-day, 2-night journey explores Northern Vietnam’s most stunning natural and historical sites. Visit the sacred Pac Bo Historical Site, admire the powerful Ban Gioc Waterfall, and discover the impressive limestone formations inside Nguom Ngao (Tiger) Cave. The tour ends at the tranquil Ba Be Lake, where emerald waters and lush mountains create a peaceful escape. Perfect for travelers seeking nature, culture, and authentic highland experiences in Northern Vietnam.

Highlight

  • Cao Bang
  • Pac Bo
  • Ban Gioc Waterfall
  • Nguom Ngao Cave
  • Ba Be Lake

Itinerary

Day 1: Hanoi - Cao Bang - Pac Bo
🚐 Transferring 🗣️ English speaking tour guide 🍽️ Meal: Lunch, Dinner
  • Morning: Pick up at hotels in the Old Quarter & Opera House area. Then depart for Cao Bang, stop for breakfast en route. Experience the famous Bong Lau Pass.
  • Lunch: Have lunch in Cao Bang.
  • Afternoon: Visit Pac Bo historical site (where Ho Chi Minh lived 1941–1945), Suoi Le Nin stream, Coc Bo cave, km0 marker. Optional stop at Kim Dong tomb if time allows.
  • Evening: Return to Cao Bang, have dinner, check in hotel. Free time to explore the city at night.
  • Overnight: In Cao Bang.
Day 2: Cao Bang - Ban Gioc Waterfall - Nguom Ngao Cave - Ba Be Lake
🚐 Transferring 🗣️ English speaking tour guide 🍽️ Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  • Morning: Breakfast, depart to Cao Bang Global Geopark, pass Ma Phuc Pass.
  • Midday / Lunch: Explore Ban Gioc Waterfall, Nguom Ngao Cave (Tiger Cave), Khuoi Ky Stone Village. Have lunch.
  • Afternoon: Continue to Ba Be Lake, stop at Phuc Sen blacksmithing village.
  • Evening / Dinner: Check in homestay at Pac Ngoi village, Ba Be. Dinner optional cultural exchange show with Tay people (extra cost).
Day 3: Ba Be Lake - Hanoi
🚐 Transferring 🗣️ English speaking tour guide 🍽️ Meal: Breakfast, Lunch
  • Morning: Enjoy breakfast at the homestay and take some time to relax in the peaceful surroundings. After that, embark on a scenic boat trip on Ba Be Lake, where you can admire the calm waters, lush forests, and limestone mountains. During the boat ride, visit Fairy Pond, An Ma Temple, and Widow Isle (Ba Goa), learning about local legends and the natural beauty of the area.
  • Lunch: Return to the homestay for lunch featuring local specialties. After lunch, check out from the homestay.
  • Afternoon / Evening: Depart for Hanoi. Arrive in Hanoi in the evening. End of the trip.
What's Included
  • Travel Agency Service (Happy Vietnam Tours):
  • Booking support, itinerary consultation, coordination with licensed local suppliers, and customer care before, during, and after the trip.
  • Services Provided by Licensed Local Suppliers at the Destination:
  • Accommodation: 01 night in a homestay at Pac Ngoi Village & 01 night in Cao Bang City.
  • Meals as specified (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner).
  • Transportation by air-conditioned bus (7–45 seats) throughout the itinerary.
  • Boat trip on Ba Be Lake.
  • All sightseeing entrance fees as mentioned.
  • English-speaking tour guide.
What's Excluded
  • Other meals and drinks/ personal expenses.
  • Electric transfer car in Pac Bo.
  • Travel insurance designed for individual travelers joining group tours.
  • International air fares/ airport taxes.
  • TIPS: minimum $3/day x 3 days = $9/passenger/trip.

NOTE: Services in the package are provided and operated by licensed partners. Happy Vietnam Tours ensures service and reputation throughout the tour program.

Total price (VAT included)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Absolutely! This itinerary is a suggested travel idea designed to inspire your journey. It serves as a starting point and can be fully customized to match your interests, schedule, and preferences. Whether you'd like to adjust the activities, include additional destinations, or tailor the pace of the trip, we're here to create a personalized experience just for you. Let us know what you're looking for, and we’ll craft an itinerary that perfectly fits your vision.

A private tour means your journey is exclusively yours. You'll have your own professional guide and private vehicle, giving you the freedom to travel at your own pace. You can linger longer at spots you love, make spontaneous stops for photos, and enjoy an experience built entirely around your interests, not a fixed group schedule.

Yes, absolutely! We specialize in creating personalized journeys for solo travelers, couples, families, and small groups of friends. As a solo traveler, your itinerary is tailored completely to you. A single supplement fee may apply for accommodation, but we will always work to find the best options for your needs.

Your personalized proposal will include a detailed list of inclusions. Typically, this covers:

  • Accommodation with daily breakfast
  • Private, air-conditioned transportation
  • A private, licensed tour guide
  • Entrance fees for all scheduled sights
  • Meals as specified in the itinerary

Exclusions: international flights, visa fees, travel insurance, and personal expenses.

We offer a wide range of accommodations to suit your style, from charming boutique hotels and eco-lodges to luxury resorts. To ensure maximum flexibility, we don't specify hotels in our sample itineraries. Your travel expert will suggest carefully selected options in your proposal, and we are happy to adjust them based on your preferences.

Visa requirements vary greatly depending on your nationality and destination. While your travel expert will offer guidance during the planning stage, we strongly recommend checking the official embassy or consulate website for the most current information.

Our booking process is simple and collaborative:

  1. Send a Request: Fill out the form on our website with your travel ideas.
  2. Personalize Your Trip: A travel expert will contact you to craft a detailed proposal, which you can refine until it’s perfect.
  3. Confirm & Book: Once you are 100% happy with the plan, you confirm your trip with a deposit.

To secure your booking, we require a deposit, which is typically 30% of the total tour cost. The final balance is due 60 days before your departure. Our cancellation policy is structured based on how far in advance the cancellation is made.

For full, detailed information, please see our Booking Terms & Conditions.

Yes, travel insurance is essential for your trip. At Happy Vietnam Tours, we do not include insurance in our packages to allow you the freedom to choose an insurance provider that best suits your needs and guarantees your rights. Your trip is a significant experience, and having reliable insurance ensures you are well-supported in case of unexpected events.

Please note that basic insurance policies in the host country may not meet your expectations regarding support or administrative procedures. Therefore, we strongly recommend purchasing comprehensive travel insurance from your preferred provider.

Important: All customers are required to have valid travel insurance, and we request that you share your insurance details with us before departure.