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11DAYS, PEOPLE OF NORTH VIETNAM
Departure date: Saturday
Trip code: NPNV11
ITINERARY:
DAY
1: HANOI (D)
Meet
on arrival at Hanoi Noi Bai International
Airport and transfer to hotel for check in.
At leisure. Evening enjoy the famous Vietnamese
traditional art of water puppet show.
Overnight at hotel in Hanoi.
DAY 2: HANOI - THAINGUYEN -
HAGIANG(B,L,D)
Upon leaving Hanoi we set off on
a full day journey through
ThaiNguyen and Bachquang to Ha
Giang Town. The rough but scenic
route traverse a dense jungle before
crossing valley, rice field. Along
the way we may encounter the Nung
Ing, Tay, Red Dao, Dao Ao Dai, La
Chi and Co Lao, just some of the
many hill tribe groups who have
settled there. Overnight in Ha Giang.
DAY 3:
HA GIANG - SA PHIN - DONG VAN (B,L,D)
The
remote region of Dong Van and Meo
Vac is a land of rugged mountains
and beautiful hill villages which
are unchanged for centuries. Today
we head north west out of Ha Giang
Town towards this northernmost tip
of Vietnam. The former H'mong royal
house at Sa Phin is a primary
attraction of the region but the
blend of hill tribe people's
colorful costumes and the majestic
mountainous scenery make this long
and bumpy trip an unforgettable
experience. Overnight in Dong Van
DAY 4: DONG VAN - MEO VAC - HAGIANG
The
ethnic minority people are
frequently seen in this hill town
and small vendors along the street
sell local textiles and handicraft.
We have time to visit Dong Van Town
before continuing to Meo Vac which
is conquered by the Lo Lo and Pu Peo
ethnic minority people. They still
retain their age old cultural
traditions and are recognisably
distinct from each other by their
dress. The remoteness and the simple
lifestyle of local people are a
highlight of Meo Vac although
conditions are very basic. We return
to Ha Giang via Yen Minh, using a
shortcut way. Overnight in
Hagiang
DAY 5: HAGIANG - BAC ME - BAO LAC (B,L,D)
An
early morning start to drive through
the rolling hills and the
picturesque scenery to Ba Be
National Park. The roads are very
bumpy and zigzagging however we will
have a chance to meet the Hmong,
Dao, Tay and Nung ethnic minorities
who make for the main population of
this region. We are sure to attract
their attention as this part of the
country receive very few visitors.
DAY 6: BAOLAC
- BABE LAKES(B,L,D)
Breakfast at the hotel
We visit the weekly market where
gather the Black &flower Lolo, the
Sanchi, Tay, H'mong people.
After lunch we continue to Ba-be
lake through NguyenBinh.
Overnight at Ba-be national park
lodge.
DAY 7:
BABE LAKES
-CAOBANG (B,L,D)
The
legendary lake of Ba Be is just one continuous
water body although the name means" three
lakes". Today we embark on a boat cruising down
the Nang River which is the main water source of
the lake. This exciting river trip will give us
a taste of the tranquil countryside and an
enjoyable exploration of the Ba Be National
Park. We traverse en route the Poong Grotto
before stopping at some nearby hill tribe
villages and getting off the beaten track to the
scenic Dau Dang Waterfalls. Afternoon drive to
Caobang.
Overnight at hotel in Caobang.
DAY 8: CAO BANG - BANGIOC WATERFALL
- LANG SON (B,L,D)
Depart Cao Bang
to Ban Doc Waterfall (Trung Khanh)
and enjoy the very nice scenery with
water reeling handmade by the Nung
People, which brings water from the
stream to the rice fields. Peaceful
feeling will let you comfortable.
Short trek to visit Ngam Ngao Cave,
a big and yet unexplored cave with
extraordinary natural stalactites
(please wear appropriate shoes and
shorts, since you most likely will
get wet). Continue to Ban Doc
Waterfall, which shares the river
border with China. Take a boat trip
to the waterfall, where you will
meet visitors from China, who also
come here to enjoy the atmosphere of
the famous waterfall on the same
river. Boxed lunch will be provided.
Overnight at hotel in Caobang.
DAY 9: LANG SON -
HALONG(B,L,D)
Breakfast at
the hotel.
Drive to Halong bay through the lush of Red
River vegetation. Arrival Halong
bay pier and
check-in registration, board our boat for a
stunning cruise amongst towering limestone
backdrop while enjoying lunch on board . The
cruise will take you by exotic islets with
shapes of Dog, Incense Urn, Sail, Fighting Cocks,
which are naturally formed by process of erosion
between the see water and lime ston mountains.
Arrive Surprise Cave and explore the by bay
kayak, paddle to Luon cave, this cave is a
natural tunnel thrusts through a mountain's foot
and leads to an exotic lagoon surrounded by
mountains covered by by dense junle. Seafood
dinner and optional night paddle. Overnight on
Halong Junk
(twin A.C cabin).
DAY 10: HALONG - HANOI(B,L,D)
Breakfast on board
Our boat once again sets sail through
breathtaking secluded Halong bay
A new day wake you up with joys and emotions in
an early morning for watching sunrise on sea.
Enjoy break fast and continue exploration. Visit
Luon cave and Tortoise, Man's head Lunch
on board before returning to the wharf. Back to Halong wharf and disembark.
Transfer back to Hanoi. Overnight at hotel
in Hanoi.
DAY 11:HANOI DEPARTURE (B)
At leisure. Transfer to airport for
the departure flight.
TRIP INCLUDES:
ü
Accommodation
in twin/double share rooms with air-condition and private
bath room
ü All transportation and transfers
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Meals
as stated in the program (B=Breakfast, L=Lunch,
D=Dinner)
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Tours with English speaking guide
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Entrance
fees, boat fees
TRIP EXCLUDES:
ü
International
airfare& airport taxes
ü Travel insurance
ü Visa and visa arrangement
ü
Surcharges for
compulsory gala dinners during festive seasons and
ü
Peak season
surcharges (which will be advised at time of
booking) ,
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Personal expenses
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Tips & gratuities
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