Ban Gioc Waterfall & Ba Be Lake in 3 Days

Your guide will meet you at your hotel in Hanoi around 7:30 AM for the journey to Ba Be National Park. The drive takes about four hours and offers a gradual escape from the busy city into Vietnam’s northern countryside.

Once you reach Ba Be, you'll be welcomed by your local Tay host and shown to a traditional but comfortable homestay. Settle into your room and enjoy a home-cooked lunch before starting your lake adventure.

Spend the afternoon cruising through the peaceful waters of Ba Be Lake. You’ll pass jungle-covered limestone cliffs and visit highlights like Widow Island, Cam Village, and An Ma Temple. It’s a relaxing way to soak in the nature and hear local stories from your guide.

After the boat ride, stretch your legs with a short 3–5 km walk to a forest observation point near the ranger station. Then hop in a kayak for a calm paddle around the lake just as the sun begins to set — a peaceful end to the day.

Back at your Tay family’s home, enjoy a local dinner and spend the evening relaxing. The night is quiet and calm — you’re deep in the countryside now.

After breakfast, you’ll head deeper into the remote Cao Bang region, toward Quang Uyen — home to the Nung ethnic minority. The drive is scenic, with plenty of time to see village life along the way.

Take a break for lunch at a local restaurant before continuing your journey to the caves and waterfalls.

Walk through the dramatic chambers of Nguom Ngao Cave, a huge natural tunnel filled with strange and beautiful limestone formations. The cool interior and towering ceilings make this a refreshing and impressive stop.

This is the star of the day — Ban Gioc Waterfall, a roaring cascade stretching across the Vietnam–China border. You’ll have time to explore the area, take photos, or hop on a bamboo raft that floats right up to the misty base of the falls.

After a full day, settle in for dinner and a quiet evening at a Nung family homestay in Quang Uyen.

After breakfast, begin the drive back toward Hanoi, stopping first at some lesser-known but important historical spots. Visit the Mother’s Temple and the Dong Khe battlefield — a major site during the First Indochina War.

Pause in Lang Son for lunch before your final scenic leg of the return journey.

Your last sightseeing stop is Chi Lang Pass — a 20-km-long natural fortress that played a key role in repelling Chinese invasions. Walk around Quy Mon Quan gate and soak up the layered history of this narrow mountain valley.

From Chi Lang, it’s about a 2-hour drive back to the capital. You’ll be dropped off at your hotel in Hanoi, wrapping up your 3-day Ban Gioc Waterfall tour and Ba Be Lake experience.