Private 3 Days and 2 Nights Tour in Ha Giang's remote borderlands with Guide
We are the only local tour group offering a road trip to the most unspoiled and remote villages of Ha Giang, hidden in lost valleys and topping karst mountain peaks. A fascinating tour through breathtaking scenery, with steep cliffs, lush landscapes, and curvy roads. We offer a close view of the ethnics who once migrated from China to Vietnam, and whose generations still keep the flame of their own oral legends, distinct language, and religious rituals. We go far from the crowds and close to the real daily life of Ha Giang’s people. A deep cultural immersion for a unique and life-changing experience.
Our tours are unique in this area and focus on having a 100% positive impact on local people's lives. What does that mean? You will eat, sleep in authentic ethnic restaurants and accommodations, and get guided by real local people. Currently, agencies take fees from the local people and guide people to eat and sleep in businesses run by rich outsider investors.
ItineraryDay 1: The ShockStop At: Quan Ba Heaven Gate, Tam Son Town, Quan Ba 310000 Vietnam
At 1,500 meters above sea level, Quan Ba's Heaven Gate is the first window onto the rock paradise of Dong Van, which can already be glimpsed on the horizon. From this height, you can see the majestic mountains that surround the valley where the Tam Son village is located, covered by clouds and mist. Be it winter or summer, you will most likely have to put on a jacket. It feels so cool!
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Yen Minh, Yen Minh, Ha Giang Province
We will continue our journey through Yen Minh's spectacular Cloud Mountains and its beautiful pine forest, on the top of the peaks. You will smell it from miles away! The perfume of the resin of these pines spreads down the road. The forest, which crowns the mountain that precedes the town of Yen Minh, has a magical color that changes according to the season. In spring it’s carpeted by beautiful pinky and purple flowers from buckwheat. Afterward, we will pass Yen Minh town and enjoy the breathtaking Tham Ma Pass, a must-stop in the Loop
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Phố Cáo, Đồng Văn, Hà Giang, Vietnam
We will spend time visiting the ancient town of Pho Cao, the first step into the Dong Van Karst Plateau. Built-in the last century, and one of the most important villages by then, Pho Cao still retains the wild and rustic features of an ancient village. The old houses, with yellow walls and stone fences, and almost no windows, keep the house warm during winter and cool in summer. The village, with around 5000 inhabitants, is almost all of the Hmong ethnic. The surroundings were widely used during the French occupation as opium fields. This is the reason why houses have better structure and characteristic elements related to that period (like opium flower-shaped sculptures).
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Phó Bảng, Đồng Văn District, Ha Giang, Vietnam
We will admire the beauty of Pho Bang town, once the capital of Dong Van district. Still inhabited by Chinese (Han) descendants, as it's very close to the border with China. Its clay-made houses are over 100 years old, with wooden doors and old parallel sentences in Chinese scripts, brown moss walls, or yin-yang roof tile. Its people are engaged in agricultural products and small trading, thanks to being five minutes from the border with China. Lately, villagers have also been encouraged to raise roses, and when they blossom, it all gets covered by a colorful flowered carpet.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Lao Sa, Sủng Là, Đồng Văn District, Ha Giang, Vietnam
Quick visit to see the brand new Trump-style fence built last year, which separates now China from Vietnam. Before that, ethnics used to cross informally without any papers. We will enjoy the sunset in the road that leads to the cultural village of Lao Sa, which is practically hanging from a cliff. A part of the stunning views, reaching this hilly terrain will allow you to see a Hmong community village that, apart from agriculture, lives off silver casting. Very famous in the whole district, its families have been producing rings, necklaces, and bracelets for more than a hundred years. Shaped like flowers and butterflies, they even add bells, making tinkles with every step women take.
Duration: 1 hour
Meals included:
• Lunch: We will have lunch in Trang Kim, famous for its handmade rice noodles (with pink color), highly appreciated among locals
• Dinner: We will share a dinner with Vang Hong's family, in Nhà Co Lao Sa, whose family has lived there for many generations
Accommodation included: Sleep in the authentic 100-year old house of Mua family, famous for being the only jewelers of the district.
Day 2: The After-ShockStop At: Thôn Há Súng, 77M3+RPF, Lũng Táo, Đồng Văn District, Ha Giang, Vietnam
We start again to admire an unspoiled palace from the Hmong ethnic. Few people know about it and is only visited by guests of Borderland Tours. Local people say this family was even richer than the Vuong family, the one who built the now famous Hmong King Palace in Sa Phin. Still, nowadays, not much of its history is known, but by its decoration, one can guess that they earn everything from growing opium plants.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Dong Van, Dong Van, Ha Giang Province
We will visit the Old Quarter. It’s one of the most iconic areas in Dong Van town, surrounded by evergreen valleys and rocky mountains. Most of its 40 houses were built during the French colonization, and some even before (1810.-1820). Their style was inspired by Chinese architecture, with Ying yang roofs, thick walls, and wooden structures made from ironwood. Currently, these houses are being used as small restaurants and shops to cater to travelers. The most famous one is Pho Co Coffee, which belonged to the Luong family, from the Tay ethnicity, and that still retains an impressive ancient beauty.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Ma Pi Leng Pass, Ha Giang 310000 Vietnam
translated as Bridge of a Horse’s Nose’ due to its shape. This is, by far, the most impressive mountain pass in Vietnam. 1500 meters high with views of endless limestone mountain ranges and clear skies. Plus, a balcony to Su Tan Canyon, with the Nho Que River on the down part. Then we will cross Meo Vac village and pass incredible sites like the 'M' road, and the French fortress, on the road to arrive at Du Gia
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Du Gia, Du Gia, Ha Giang Province
A road surrounded with rocky mountains replaced by lush green hilltops and terraced rice fields beside small ethnic local abodes. Arrive to the village of Du Gia, and take a rest to see the rice fields under the light of the sunset.
Duration: 1 hour
Meals included:
• Lunch: Lunch in Dong Van's Old Quarter
• Dinner: Grilled meat or vegetarian meal at Hoi Family Homestay
Accommodation included: Overnight at Du Gia Hoi Homestay
Day 3: A Romantic GoodbyePass By: Đường Thượng, Yên Minh District, Ha Giang, Vietnam
Drive through the relaxing villages of Duong Thuong, located in a precious valley, and surrounded by high mountains. Going along its flat road, we will go through corn fields, small villages in the heart of the mountain.
Pass By: Little Ma Pi Leng canyon, Unnamed Road, WX2V+FVH, Thuận Hoà, Vị Xuyên, Hà Giang, Vietnam
We will follow the spectacular road along Mien river, which is also called the small brother of Ma Pi Leng Pass.
Stop At: A Boong Waterfall, W2XR+P3, Thuận Hòa, Vị Xuyên District, Ha Giang, Vietnam
We will visit and enjoy a secret waterfall, only visited by Borderlands Tours
Duration: 1 hour
Meals included:
• Lunch: Lunch in Ha Giang city, at PIZZA HERE. Including a Large Pizza or pasta and drink.
No accommodation included on this day.
Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Service animals allowed"
"Near public transportation"
"Infant seats available"
"Not recommended for travelers with back problems"
"No heart problems or other serious medical conditions"
"Most travelers can participate"
"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"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"
Horário de Início:
08:00 AM
Duração: 3 Days
Ponto de partida: Homestay field ( bungalow & tour ), QXXF+C6, Đội 1, Thôn Châng, Hà Giang, 310000, Vietnam
Traveler pickup is offered
Airports- Noibai Airport, Hanoi Vietnam
Cancelamentos e reembolsos:
If you cancel at least 4 day(s) in advance of the scheduled departure, there is no cancellation fee.
If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, there is a 100 percent cancellation fee.
Portugues
Español
English
