2 days

Private

About this activity

Itinerary

Day 1: Hanoi - Ba Be Lake (L/D)

Stop At: Ba Be National Park, Bo Lu Village Ba Be district, Nam Mau 270000 Vietnam
07:30: Depart for Ba Be National Park which passes through the mountainous province of Thai Nguyen. You can relax on the journey and take in the superb landscapes of terraced rice paddies and bamboo waterwheels which sit at the sides of the river. Stop for lunch along the way. Upon arrival at Cho Ra, at about 13:30, take a boat ride on the Nang River which slips through patches of cultivated land before entering the rugged landscape of chalky cliffs and wild gardens. You will be able to see the liana trees whose twisted and branches and roots create a wild tangle along the river bank. Your boat ride will then take you to the Puong Cave in Ba Be National Park which features a fascinating array of rock formations.

The cave has been carved out over time by the strong flow of the river, leaving behind a long tunnel. Continue your boat trip to Bo Lu - a village belonging to the Tay community. The Tay make a living mainly through fishing and rice and corn cultivation. Their stilt houses with thatched roofs are dispersed throughout surrounding landscapes. Have dinner and stay overnight in Coc Toc Village on the banks of Ba Be Lake.
Duration: 10 hours

Meals included:
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Homestay

Day 2: Ba Be Lake - Hua Ma Cave - Hanoi (B/L)

Stop At: Ba Be National Park, Bo Lu Village Ba Be district, Nam Mau 270000 Vietnam
After breakfast, you will travel past Ba Be Forest where you can discover spectacular rivers, deep valleys, natural caves and limestone mountains. On the way, the will visit Pac Ngoi another village which has retained the traditional stilt houses. Then, enter Hua Ma Cave which features thousands of stalactites and columns. After drinking in the magical atmosphere of the cave, you will drive back to Hanoi. Stopping for lunch at a local restaurant on the way. You arrive in Hanoi at about 17:30 where you will be ped back at your hotel.
Duration: 8 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
No accommodation included on this day.

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Included

1x Breakfast
1x Dinner
2x Lunch
Accommodation included: 1 night
Private boat trip
1 night at homestay
Private door-to-door pick-up & -off services
All private transfer and transportation
Experienced English speaking guide
Meals as stated in the itinerary (B: Breakfast; L: Lunch; D: Dinner)
Entry/Admission - Ba Be National Park

Not included

Travel insurance
Beverage
Personal expenses, tips and gratuities
Other services not mentioned above

Additional

Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
Not wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Dress code is smart casual
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
Not recommended for participants with heart complaints or other serious medical condition
A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
Near public transportation
Infants must sit on laps
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate