This Ha Giang tour takes you through some of Vietnam’s most jaw-dropping natural landscapes, making it ideal for travelers seeking the country’s top photography spots. Over four unforgettable days, you’ll explore Ha Giang Town, wander through local markets and historic sites in Dong Van, and drive along breathtaking routes such as the iconic Ma Pi Leng Pass. Along the way, you’ll stay in local homestays, gaining firsthand insight into the culture, traditions, and daily life of the region’s ethnic communities.
We offer hotel pick-up in Hanoi. Please be ready at your hotel lobby 10–15 minutes before the scheduled departure time.
We will pick you up at your hotel in Hanoi and start our journey northwards through the Red River Delta. We will stop for lunch in Tuyen Quang Town, famous for its verdant green tea plantations. Carrying on, we will arrive in Ha Giang Town at around 13:00, where you’ll have dinner and spend the night with a Thai family in their traditional home.
A border province and official Frontier Area, Ha Giang lies in the remote far northern region of the country. To visit this province is to journey back in time and encounter some of Vietnam’s most rugged and grand landscapes. Ha Giang is best experienced as a road trip on two wheels, soaking up the majesty of the landscape and the atmosphere of the remote towns and minority villages.
After getting the permits from the immigration office in Ha Giang, you will be taken across a succession of stunning passes with absolutely jaw-ping views until you reach the mountain town of Tam Son where lunch will be served. Quan Ba heaven gate is considered as one of the tourist destinations should not miss when coming to Ha Giang – the first land of the country. Quan Ba Heaven Gate, also known as Quan Ba Pass belongs to Quan Ba District, Ha Giang Province, Vietnam. With a height of more than 1500m and located about 43km from Ha Giang city, this place is also the beginning of another famous place “The road of happiness” and is the first gateway to enter the Dong Van Ky rock plateau.
Once you’ve eaten, we will take you to the H’mong palace which once belonged to the “King of the H’mong” and was constructed by French and Chinese architects, leading to an interesting fusion of styles. The palace was once infamous for being used to store opium and weapons but was abandoned in the 1950’s and the descendants of the family now live in France and Canada. After the palace we continue on to Dong Van, arriving at 18:00, where you’ll have dinner and stay the night in a hotel.
If today is a Sunday, we will take you to the weekly Dong Van Market after breakfast. Here you can spend some time talking to the locals, learning about their culture and traditions, as well as do some souvenir shopping from the wide variety of colorful goods available here. Dong Van Karst Plateau UNESCO Global Geopark is located in the northeastern province of Ha Giang, a mountainous province located in the far north of Viet Nam. Most of its surface is limestone (about 60%). Its landscape is spectacular and unique having high mountains and deep canyons. The highest peak is Mieu Vac Mount (1971m) while Tu San is the deepest Canyon (700-800 m deep).
We then set out for a trek to Pu Lo, a French fortress built in 1890 located on a hill above the town. After exploring the fortress we hit the road again, passing through the spectacular Ma Pi Leng Pass, considered one of the most beautiful natural spots in all of Vietnam. We then descend into Meo Vac Valley for lunch, before returning to Ha Giang Town where you will spend the night in a hotel. Note: If this day doesn’t take place on a Sunday, a trip to Lui Market may be arranged if the departure date fits.
The Nho Que River in Ha Giang is an absolute must-visit for avid travelers seeking an unforgettable experience in the misty wonders of Northeast Vietnam. If you are looking to capture breathtaking photos during your upcoming trip to Ha Giang, be sure to include a stop at the Nho Que River.
Today you can relax and enjoy the views as we drive you back to Hanoi. If you wish to stop at any point to take pictures, simply inform the driver and he will make sure you get the chance. We will stop for lunch in a local restaurant along the way before arriving in Hanoi around 18:00.
Meo Vac locates in the Dong Van karst plateau park of Ha Giang province. It is the highland district in the North pole of Vietnam with a majestic view and peaceful atmosphere. Meo Vac is not only a charming land, but also an ideal destination for tourists who love exploring and experiencing. Meo Vac village (Meo Vac) lays in a small valley at the bottom of the rocky mountains. The main terrain of Meo Vac is karst landscape, mostly created by limestone with Nho Que (Nho Quế) river flowing through. Most of land use here is for agriculture, which accounts for about 12,100 ha. Local people exploit and cultivate many medical plants, herbs, ginsengs, etc. In recent years, tourism in Meo Vac have been also focused to develop strongly by the government.
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