Northeast Vietnam Motorbike Tour To Ban Gioc Waterfall And Halong Bay

We start our North-east Vietnam motorbike tour by getting out of Hanoi to head up Road 3. Busy motor ride in the morning until lunch. And then we turn into most empty road, passing peaceful villages and rice fields before through Ba Be National Park.

Ba Be National Park is an abundant bioreserve area containing the world’s only fresh-water karst lake and several rare species of fauna and flora. The biodiverse 10,048ha park – home to 1,268 species of flora and fauna, a series of caves and a gigantic fresh water lake – was established in 1992 by the Vietnamese Government to preserve forest ecosystems in the northeast.Ba Be is home to over 3,000 people from the ethnic minorities of Tay, Nung, Dao and Mong, who live in 13 villages within the park. The Tay people have inhabited Ba Be area for centuries and make up 58 per cent of the population within the park’s boundaries.

Ride into Pac Ngoi village, which is located inside Ba Be National Park. Our home-stay in Tay’s family is right by the side of Ba Be lake with wonderful and peaceful view.

Ba Be Lake is renowned for its picturesque landscapes. As you cruise on the lake, you’ll be surrounded by towering limestone cliffs covered in thick vegetation, lush forests, and clear blue waters. Visiting Puong Cave, which is located along the Nang River. The cave is famous for its impressive stalactites and stalagmites formations. You may have the opportunity to swim in the lake or go kayaking, allowing you to get even closer to the natural beauty of Ba Be. One of the main attractions of Ba Be Lake is its tranquility and the opportunity to escape the hustle and bustle of city life. The boat tour allows you to relax and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of the lake and its surroundings.

Summary:

Distance: 210 km

Meals: Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation:

Anh Dược Ba Bể Home-stay

097 919 28 11

Pac Ngoi, Nam Mau, Ba Be Bac Kan, Vietnam

After breakfast, we ride up to Ban Gioc via Ma Phuc Pass and Quang Uyen Cao Bang.

Province. It is on the way between Cao Bang Town and the Ban Gioc Waterfall. The pass is not famous with the elevation or the danger like some others in Vietnam, but with the natural beauty that one could capture from the top of the pass.

Keep riding to Ban Gioc waterfall, one of Vietnam’s best-known waterfalls. It’s a very scenic spot, marking the border with China, but sees very few visitors. The name Ban Gioc is derived from the Montagnard languages spoken in the area, and is sometimes spelt Ban Gioc.

The waterfall is the largest, although not the highest, in the country. The vertical drop is 53m, but it has an impressive 300m span; one end of the falls is in China, the other is in Vietnam. The falls have three levels, creating a sort of giant staircase, and there’s enough water any time, most years, to make the trip worthwhile.

Overnight in Ban Gioc

Summary:

Distance: 210 km

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation:

Khuoi Ky Homestay – Ban Gioc

VP23+HQ Khuoi Ky Homestay, Đàm Thuỷ, Trùng Khánh

After breakfast, you will be visiting Ban Gioc Waterfall and Nguom Ngao Cave – a magnificent limestone cave with impressive stalactites and stalagmites. Then we ride to Lang Son, passing Dong Khe town, Battle of Route Coloniale 4.

The Battle of Dong Khe was a major battle of the First Indochina War. The fight began on 15 September 1950 and ended on 18 September with a French defeat. It took place in Dong Khe, in the Province of Tonkin, Vietnam, from September 15 to September 18, 1950, ending with a Viet Minh victory.

We will discover this city which has become a big trading post between China and Vietnam. You can shop for cheap Chinese products at the nearby Dong Kinh market.

Overnight in hotel.

Summary:

Distance: 175 km

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation:

KHÁCH SẠN NEWCENTURY LANGSON – Standard

 Add: 185 đường Trần Đăng Ninh – P. Tam Thanh – TP. Lạng Sơn.

After breakfast, we will riding to Halong Bay with a ride to the top of Mau Son which is a beautiful mountainous area located in Lang Son Province, Vietnam. It is known for its stunning landscapes, cool climate, and diverse flora and fauna. Mau Son Mount is a paradise for photographers. The landscapes, terraced fields, and ethnic villages provide ample opportunities for stunning photos.

Enjoy the tranquility and fresh air of the mountainous region. It’s an excellent place to unwind and escape the hustle and bustle of city life. Keep riding to Halong Bay as you will ride along the coastline of North East Vietnam. Halong Bay, located in northeastern Vietnam, is one of the country’s most iconic and breathtaking natural attractions. It is known for its stunning seascape of thousands of limestone karsts and islets rising dramatically from the emerald waters of the Gulf of Tonkin. Halong Bay is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a popular destination for tourists from around the world.

Arrival at Halong, you will check in a hotel.

Summary:

Distance: 160 km

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Overnight in Halong

HaLong Phoenix Hotel

Address: Lô 5 Tiên Ông, Tổ 5 Khu 9A, Thành phố Hạ Long, Quảng Ninh 01119

Phone: 0899 093 345

Breakfast at the hotel

Free to discover the town and transfer to the boat station by motorbike.

12:00 CHECK-IN Warmly welcomed by Athena Team in Halong International Harbour. Complete the luggage check-in procedure at the waiting lounge before boarding for the cruise.

12:30 ONBOARD Transferred to the Athena Cruise by a tender boat. The Cruise Manager and the whole crew member welcome you onboard, a safety briefing and clearing our the itinerary will be delivered while you are enjoying our signature welcome drink

12:45 HAPPY LUNCH Lunch is served at our cozy restaurant. As the cruise departs towards Halong Bay – a natural wonder of the world, absorb yourself in the gorgeous scenery and famous sights of limestone

14:45 ACTIVITIES The cruise stops at “Bo Nau” cave (Pelican Cave), the core area of the world’s natural heritage. Transferring by tender to “Sung Sot” Cave (Surprising cave) – the biggest and the most beautiful cave in Halong Bay.

15:45 ACTIVITIES Leaving Surprising cave, keep moving by tender to the Titov island was named by Uncle Ho, after Gherman Stepanovich Titov – the Soviet astronaut who visited in 1962.

Enjoy swimming, relaxing on the beach or climbing the steps of the Rock to the top of the island. A magical panoramic view of Halong Bay will surprise you there

Overnight at Cong Do Area

Summary:

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

ATHENA CRUISE HALONG BAY

06:30 TAI-CHI CLASS Good morning the Bay by joining Tai-Chi Exercise on the sundeck in 30 minutes whilst cruising to “Luon” Cave.

07:00 BREAKFAST A light breakfast is ready to serve at the restaurant.

07:30 VISITING CAVE Visit “Luon” cave – one of the caves open to the form beautiful endemic then vegetation of Halong Bay. 2 options to choose how to discover it: kayaking for free and traditional woven (bamboo) boat rowed by a local boatman (public ticket 50.000đ/person).

09:00 CHECK OUT Come back to Athena cruise, relax and pack the luggage. Leave the luggage outside the door. Athena team will collect and get them ready on the Pier.

09:30 BRUNCH Enjoy a brunch buffet at the restaurant after check-out while cruising toward the port.

10:45 GOODBYE Transfer by tender back to Halong International Habour and disembarkation.

Farewell to guests.

You will start the ride back to Hanoi.

17:00 Arriving in Hanoi, end of the trip.

Summary:

Distance:  180 km

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

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