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Tour Overview
Embark on a breathtaking 4-day, 3-night Ha Giang loop trekking adventure through the stunning landscapes of Vietnam. This tour takes you from Hanoi to the awe-inspiring panoramas of Ha Giang and Dong Van, traveling along the mountain-hugging Ma Pi Leng Pass and through lush valleys. Explore sprawling tea plantations, the stone forests of the Dong Van Plateau, and immerse yourself in the rich culture of ethnic minority communities. Stay with local families, visit fascinating markets, and discover historical sites like the Hmong palace. With private transfers, an English-speaking guide, and all meals included, this journey promises an unforgettable experience in one of Vietnam's most picturesque regions. ...more ...less
Highlights
Discover the awe-inspiring panoramas of Ha Giang and Dong Van, traveling along the mountain-hugging Ma Pi Leng Pass and through the valleys.
Journey through the sprawling lands of tea plantations and the stone forests of the Dong Van Plateau.
Explore the ethnic minority communities, stay with local people, and visit fascinating markets.
Visit a Hmong palace once used as a store for opium and weapons, offering a glimpse into the life of Hmong royalty.
Experience the weekly Dong Van Market and meet local people while exploring handmade goods and specialty produce.
Climb to Pu Lo, a French fortress built in 1890, and enjoy the incredible views it offers.
Travel along the Ma Pi Leng Pass at an elevation of 2000 meters, offering unrivaled views of the valleys and terraced hemp fields.
You will leave from Hanoi at around 08:00 and take the road north towards Viet Tri and Tuyen Quang (Route No.2 ) through the Red River Delta region. You will stop for lunch at a local restaurant in Tuyen Quang Town, an area famous for green tea plantations. You will arrive in Ha Giang at around 18:00 where you will have dinner and spend the night with a Thai family in their traditional stilt house.
Meals: lunch, dinner
Day 2
:
Ha Giang - Dong Van (B/L/D)
Location: Ha Giang
Accommodation Name: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
As Ha Giang still requires a permit, your guide will assist you in purchasing one from the small office in the town. You will then take a succession of stunning passes, over the rolling mountains and valleys. You will stop for lunch in the small mountain town of Tam Son. After, you will travel through the imposing pine forest to visit a Hmong palace which once belonged to the powerful Vuong family. The palace is infamous for its use as a store for opium and weapons and offers a glimpse into the life of Hmong royalty in a different era. After independence, the palace was evacuated in 1950, and the descendants of this influential family now live in France and Canada. You will continue down the sweeping roads where many black H'mong villages hide behind the stone walls until you arrive in Dong Van at around 18:00. You will have dinner at local restaurant and spend the night in a hotel.
Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 3
:
Ma Pi Leng Pass - Meo Vac - Ha Giang (B/L/D)
Location: Ha Giang
Accommodation Name: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Today is Sunday. After breakfast, you can visit the weekly Dong Van Market to meet the local people and peruse the fascinating ion of handmade goods and specialty produce. You will then climb up above the town to Pu Lo, a French fortress built in 1890 and kept in great condition. After exploring the fortress and the incredible views it offers, you will hit the road to experience one of the most spectacular roads in the whole of Vietnam. At an elevation of 2000 meters, the Ma Pi Leng Pass clings to the side of the undulating mountains, giving unrivaled views of the valleys and terraced hemp fields, which decorate the mountainsides. You will zigzag down into Meo Vac Valley for lunch, before returning to Ha Giang where you will spend the night in a hotel.
Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 4
:
Ha Giang - Hanoi (B/L)
Location: Hanoi
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Today you will make the drive back to Hanoi, returning by the same route. On the way, you can stop to take photos of the magnificent mountains and make the most of your last bit of time in this magnificent region. You will stop for lunch at a local restaurant and arrive back at your hotel in Hanoi at around 18:00.
Meals: breakfast, lunch
What's Included
Private door-to-door pick-up-off services
Private door-to-door pick-up-off services are included.
All private transfer and transportation
All private transfer and transportation are included.
English-speaking guide
An English-speaking guide as per the program is included.
Meals
Breakfast (B), Lunch (L), and Dinners (D) as mentioned are included.
Sightseeing tickets and travel permits
All sightseeing tickets and travel permits are included.
Accommodation
Accommodation at hotels, homestays, and junk boats as mentioned is included.
No extra charge after confirmation
No extra charge after confirmation is included.
What's Not Included
Personal expenses, tips, and gratuities
Personal expenses, tips, and gratuities are not included.
Travel insurance
Travel insurance is not included.
International flight and taxes
International flight and taxes are not included.
Beverage
Beverages are not included.
Other personal expenses
Other personal expenses such as drinks and souvenirs are not included.
Requirements
Pack essentials, including light comfortable clothes suitable for outdoor activities, comfortable walking shoes. Take a small day pack for hiking and trekking.
It is essential to bring your passport on this trip. We also recommend packing: insect repellent, sun cream, raincoat and sun hat.
Please Note
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Near public transportation
Infants must sit on laps
Infant seats available
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Mode of Transport
Travel in comfort with private door-to-door pick-up and all private transfers and transportation included, ensuring a seamless journey through the stunning landscapes of Ha Giang and Dong Van.
Accommodation
Enjoy a mix of accommodations including traditional stilt houses with local Thai families, hotels, and homestays, providing a unique and immersive experience in Ha Giang and Dong Van.
Check out our Q&As
What kind of accommodation can I expect during the Ha Giang loop trekking tour?
During the Ha Giang loop trekking tour, you will stay with a Thai family in their traditional stilt house on the first night, in a hotel in Dong Van on the second night, and in a hotel in Ha Giang on the third night.
What meals are included in the Ha Giang loop trekking tour?
The tour includes breakfast, lunch, and dinner as mentioned in the itinerary. Specifically, you will have lunch and dinner on the first day, breakfast, lunch, and dinner on the second and third days, and breakfast and lunch on the fourth day.
What should I pack for the Ha Giang loop trekking tour?
You should pack essentials including light comfortable clothes suitable for outdoor activities, comfortable walking shoes, a small day pack for hiking and trekking, your passport, insect repellent, sun cream, a raincoat, and a sun hat.
Is the Ha Giang loop trekking tour suitable for travelers with medical conditions?
The tour is not recommended for travelers with back problems, pregnant travelers, or those with heart problems or other serious medical conditions. Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level.
What is the maximum group size for the Ha Giang loop trekking tour?
The maximum group size for the Ha Giang loop trekking tour is 15 travelers.
What happens if the minimum number of travelers is not met for the Ha Giang loop trekking tour?
If the minimum number of travelers is not met, the tour may be canceled. In such a case, you will be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
Are there any specific requirements for participating in the Ha Giang loop trekking tour?
Yes, it is essential to bring your passport on this trip. Additionally, you should pack light comfortable clothes, comfortable walking shoes, a small day pack, insect repellent, sun cream, a raincoat, and a sun hat.
Is the Ha Giang loop trekking tour wheelchair accessible?
No, the Ha Giang loop trekking tour is not wheelchair accessible.
Can infants join the Ha Giang loop trekking tour?
Infants must sit on laps, and infant seats are available. However, the tour is not recommended for travelers with back problems, pregnant travelers, or those with heart problems or other serious medical conditions.
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Reviews of this operator
John Aldo Albanese Jr
USA
Experience the Highlights of Central Vietnam
26-Feb-2024
Absolutely a Great Deal!
The journey was very interesting, the guides and driver were excellent!
Very informative, kind and knowledgeable!
I was debating whether to do a tour or not....so happy I did.
All hotels were outstanding, tour hub definitely went above and beyond to help me out
...more ...less
John Aldo Albanese Jr
USA
Experience the Highlights of Central Vietnam
26-Feb-2024
Absolutely a Great Deal!
The journey was very interesting, the guides and driver were excellent!
Very informative, kind and knowledgeable!
I was debating whether to do a tour or not....so happy I did.
All hotels were outstanding, tour hub definitely went above and beyond to help me out
...more ...less
Mr Linh's Adventures requires a minimum deposit of
30%
or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 7 days before departure.
Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of mr linh's adventures charges.
Up to 16 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 15 days before tour starts: Forfeit 55% of booking price.
At 2 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
Ha Giang loop trekking 4 days 3 nights
4 Days Starting in Hà Giang, Vietnam and ending in Hanoi, Vietnam
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