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Day 1: Hanoi – Arrival

Xin chào! After a long journey across the skies, you finally arrive in Vietnam. At Noi Bai International Airport, our friendly guide and driver will greet you with a warm smile and heartfelt hospitality.
As you drive into the heart of Hanoi, let the city slowly awaken your senses. The air is rich with humidity, the scent of street food drifts through open windows, and the city hums with life. After checking into your hotel, the rest of your day is yours. Whether you choose to rest or take a quiet walk through the streets nearby, your journey has already begun.

Overnight in Hanoi

Day 2: Hanoi – Hoang Su Phi

Morning:
Wake up early today for the journey to Hoang Su Phi. As the city slowly recedes behind you, the concrete gives way to winding mountain roads, gentle mist, and rolling hills dressed in green. Along the way, we stop for lunch at a local restaurant, offering a break and a taste of authentic northern flavors.

Afternoon:
Arriving in Hoang Su Phi, you’ll check into your hotel, Panhou Retreat, a quiet stay nestled among hills. The air feels different here — cleaner, cooler, almost carrying the scent of earth and leaves. You will then take a light trek through a local village. The Golden Turtle Waterfall awaits at the end, hidden among ancient trees and mossy stones. The rush of water will refresh your senses and offer a rare kind of stillness. Return to your hotel to relax and enjoy your dinner.

Overnight in Hoang Su Phi

Day 3: Hoang Su Phi Trekking

Morning:
Wake up to the sounds of nature and begin your full-day trek into the heart of Hoang Su Phi. As you ascend, the slopes reveal endless patterns of terraced fields, carved over generations. The trail leads to a Red Dzao village, where women in bright red headscarves and handwoven garments greet you with genuine smiles. Their way of life is deeply rooted in the forest. Here, the locals grow medicinal herbs — used for healing joints, soothing fatigue, and even calming the mind. 

Afternoon:
After a simple and hearty lunch, the trek continues through tea plantations and remote trails that pass through another ethnic village, home to the Long Tunic Dzao. Finally, we return to Panhou Retreat. If you crave comfort after the trek, you can request a traditional herbal bath prepared with the same healing plants you saw in the morning.

Overnight in Hoang Su Phi

Day 4: Hoang Su Phi – Ha Giang

Morning:
The morning is quiet and unhurried until midday when you check out and begin your journey to Ha Giang. A stop for lunch on the way lets you experience the regional flavors unique to this mountainous region.

Afternoon:
Arriving in Ha Giang, we will start a motorbike tour to Na Thac and venture deeper into nature. The route unfurls slowly, flanked by layers of rice terraces. As you head towards Khuoi My village, the view expands to reveal a tapestry of green fields rolling down into the valley. Here, you will have a chance to connect with the local Dzao people, discovering their daily life. Afterward, ride back to the city.

Overnight in Ha Giang

Day 5: Ha Giang – Lung Cu – Dong Van

Morning:
You will start your day by heading to Lung Cu. The route weaves through some of the most iconic landscapes in Northern Vietnam, such as Quan Ba Twin Mountains, which rise like quiet sentinels above rice paddies. You will pause at Lung Cam Cultural Village, where hundred-year-old houses made of earth walls and stone fences stand weathered but proud. 

Afternoon:
Following lunch, you’ll visit the Meo King’s Palace — a grand relic of stone and wood that once governed an entire region. Then continue to Lung Cu Flag Tower, perched atop a windswept summit. The red flag above flutters boldly against a vast sky. This is the symbolic northernmost point of Vietnam. Stand here for a moment of reflection, looking across rugged hills into distant horizons. The road continues to Dong Van, where you check into your hotel and rest.

Overnight in Dong Van

Day 6: Dong Van - Trekking

Morning:
Lace up your shoes for a trek deep into the beauty of the Dong Van Karst Plateau Geopark, a UNESCO-recognized landscape. Despite the rugged terrain, life thrives here — with each step, you’ll see how the Hmong and Tay people have adapted to this stone-bound world. Your trail leads you to Thien Huong Village, a hidden gem nestled beside a gentle river and shaded by ancient banyan trees. Later, you’ll enjoy a peaceful picnic lunch surrounded by nature and tradition.

Afternoon:
The trail loops back with more gentle climbs and scenic views. Return to Dong Van by early afternoon and enjoy the rest of the day at your leisure. 

Overnight in Dong Van

Day 7: Dong Van – Meo Vac

Morning:
Begin your day with a short hike to the Dong Van Cannon Fort. From this historic outpost, the view opens wide — the town lies below, cupped in a bowl of mountains.

Afternoon:
After lunch in town, your journey continues on one of Vietnam’s most legendary road — Ma Pi Leng Pass. Often called the “king of all mountain passes,” it threads through the clouds with hairpin turns and heart-stirring views. You’ll pause for a boat ride on the Nho Que River, where the jade waters glide gently through steep canyon walls. Drifting into Tu San Alley, the sheer cliffs on either side seem to rise endlessly. By late afternoon, you reach Meo Vac.

Overnight in Meo Vac

Day 8: Meo Vac – Ba Be

Morning:
Your journey continues southward into one of Northern Vietnam’s hidden gems: Ba Be National Park. The road stretches for about 210 km, winding through mountain passes, fertile valleys, and quiet farming villages. Along the way, you’ll pause to visit a Tay ethnic minority community. A simple lunch will be served at a local restaurant en route.

Afternoon:
Arriving in Ba Be by mid-afternoon, you’ll check into a cozy homestay nestled in the embrace of forested hills and the calm, glassy lake. Birdsong replaces engines, and the only rush is the ripple of water lapping the shore. Take the rest of the day to slow down. 

Overnight in Ba Be

Day 9: Ba Be Lake – Hanoi

Morning:
Embark on a peaceful boat journey along the Nang River, gliding across the calm surface of Ba Be Lake. The world feels still here, only the gentle sound of water lapping against the boat. You’ll pass through the mysterious Puong Cave, where thousands of bats make their home, and pause at Widow Island, a place wrapped in local legend. Step ashore for a short trek to a panoramic lookout near the ranger station — ideal for taking in the lake’s untamed beauty.

Afternoon:
Return to your homestay for a farewell lunch. Then, it’s time to leave the highlands behind. As the journey southward unfolds, the scenery shifts slowly from forested hills to the cityscape of Hanoi. The city lights flicker into view, this time not with the curiosity of a first impression, but with the warmth of something almost familiar.

Overnight in Hanoi

Day 10: Hanoi – Departure

Depending on your flight schedule, our driver will pick you up from your hotel and transfer you to the airport. With your heart full of landscapes, stories, and connections, you bid farewell to Vietnam. Not as a tourist, but as someone who has listened deeply to its breath.
Until our paths cross again on your next adventure, safe travels!