Ha Giang Tour: Meet The Local

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  • Culture & Heritage
  • Family
  • Nature and Wildlife

Overview

  • Day 1: Hanoi – Ha Giang
  • Day 2: Ha Giang - Quan Ba – Yen Minh
  • Day 3: Yen Minh – Dong Van – Meo Vac
  • Day 4: Meo Vac – Ha Giang city
  • Day 5: Ha Giang City – Hanoi

Customizable itinerary

Embark on a transformative 5-day Ha Giang Tour, where you’ll not only witness the stunning landscapes of Northern Vietnam but also connect deeply with its vibrant local culture.

Starting in the bustling city of Hanoi, your journey will lead you to the picturesque regions of Ha Giang, Quan Ba, and Yen Minh. As you traverse breathtaking mountain passes and charming villages, you’ll have the opportunity to meet local communities, learn about their traditions, and experience their way of life. From the rugged beauty of Dong Van to the warm hospitality of Meo Vac, this tour offers a unique blend of adventure and cultural immersion, making it a truly unforgettable experience.

After having breakfast at the hotel, your guide and driver will take you to Ha Giang. During your drive, you will be able to enjoy the beautiful scenery of Vietnam’s northern mountains and have the opportunity to interact with the friendly locals along the way.

Upon arrival in Ha Giang in the late afternoon, your driver will take you to Tien Thang Village. This peaceful village, located in a beautiful valley surrounded by rice fields, is inhabited by the Tay people and will provide you with an interesting cultural experience.

The rest of the day will be free for you to enjoy at your leisure. You can take a stroll around the village, interact with the locals, assist the host in preparing dinner, or simply relax.

Overnight at a homestay in Tien Thang village
Meals: (_/Lunch/Dinner)


After breakfast at your hotel, you will take an easy walk to visit Thon Tha Village, the village of the Tay people.

You will have a peaceful feeling while viewing the scenery of stilt houses with thatch roves and palm trees. Continue to drive up to the highland region of Ha Giang, the scenery is getting more stunning with high passes and august mountains. You will have opportunities to enjoy the wonderful view and take photos of Quan Ba pass and Quan Ba Heaven Gate.

Arrive in Yen Minh town, you can spend the rest of the day rambling around a hill tribe village near the town. Then check in at the hotel and relax. Free time in the evening. Overnight in Yen Minh.

Overnight in Yen Minh
Meals: (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner)


Breakfast at your hotel, drive through Dong Van Karst Geopark which is a unique combination between Geo-heritages and cultural heritage. There are up to 80% of the karst formations of Dong Van Plateau are limestone formed by environment conditions and different development stages of nature.

En route, you’ll have a chance to take photos and enjoy the amazing scenery. You will explore the local life and the culture of the hill tribes such as the H’mong village in Lung Cam and the residence of the Vuong family, called “Palace of Hmong King”.
After lunch, we will continue to drive towards Meo Vac town.

We’ll make some stops en route for admiring the scenery and taking some photos of Ma Pi Leng Pass. Upon arriving in Meo Vac, check into a local hotel and take a rest. If time permits, we will have the opportunity to visit a village of the H’mong near the town. Overnight in Meo Vac or Dong Van.

Overnight in Meo Vac or Dong Van
Meals: (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner)



After breakfast, we will start our road trip back to Ha Giang town. (If today is Sunday, you will have a colorful morning as there is a weekend market which takes place right in the town.)

The market gathers local people who live in the karst plateau and the Mong ethnic minority. They trade their domestic and farming products. This will be a great chance for hunting beautiful photos of the local faces in their traditional dresses.

Upon our arrival in Quan Ba, Yen Minh, we will make a stop in Lung Tam village, a Hmong village where you will learn how local villagers weave brocades. After lunch at Quan Ba, we will continue our trip back to Ha Giang. Arrive in Ha Giang City, check in hotel and free time.

Overnight in Ha Giang City.
Meals: (Breakfast/_/_)


After breakfast at your hotel in Ha Giang City, you will transfer back to Hanoi. On the way, the car will stop over for taking photos and having lunch. Hanoi arrival in the afternoon.

Meals: (Breakfast/Lunch/_)

Useful Information

This tour is built upon our firsthand knowledge & experience, offering you the best choices available. The price of this trip varies depending on the number of people in your party, dates of departure, and the availability of ground services. Please click on REQUEST A FREE QUOTE (above) and supply the required information, enabling us to send you your personalized quote within 24 hours!

Note: Amendments CAN be made to this tour to suit your requirements.

What’s Included?

  • Accommodation with daily breakfast at selected hotels
  • Private Vehicles and Drivers
  • Private English Speaking Guides (Other languages if available, upon request)
  • Meals as mentioned in the itinerary (B= Breakfast, L= Lunch, D= Dinner)
  • Domestic flight
  • Airport Taxes and Fuel charges
  • Entrance fees for all mentioned sights visited
  • Service Charge & Government Taxes

What’s Not Included?

  • Your International Flight to and from Vietnam
  • Vietnam entry Visa Fees (contact us for further information)
  • Personal Expenses (such as laundry, telephone, drinks, etc.)
  • Any bank fees or charges at your end
  • Meals other than those mentioned in the itinerary
  • Personal Travel Insurance
  • Tips for guides and drivers
                           

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I just had the best 2.5 weeks travelling by myself around Vietnam and Cambodia and it was all thanks to the organisation and dedication of Asia Pioneer Travel. Winston was brilliant at curating my itinerary based on what I knew I wanted to do and the things I enjoy doing. It was the perfect balance of adventure and relaxation. I’ve learnt so much about the history and culture of Vietnam and Cambodia thanks to the knowledgeable guides and enjoyed the mix of group tours and solo tour guides while I traveled around. 6 out of 5 stars! 🌟

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Apr 1, 2025

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I travelled in a small group of 5. We had an excellent experience with Chloe Tran our trip designer. She answered all our questions and customized a few things for our trip to Thailand, Vietnam and Cambodia. The guides and drivers for each location were all very good. We were well served with cold water at every stop. The hotels were very comfortable and the breakfast buffets were excellent. The meals included on the tour were very good too. We really enjoyed the foodie tour on vespas in Saigon. The scenery throughout this region is so beautiful and we will not forget our experiences with the people there. Oh, we enjoyed the fun time with the elephants in Chiang Mai too!

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Mar 30, 2025

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