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A winding mountain road through the dramatic karst landscape of Ha Giang

THD-N03 · Northeast Vietnam

The Majestic Northeast Frontier

A road journey through dramatic mountain passes, frontier communities, karst plateaus and the waterfalls of Vietnam’s Northeast.

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8 days · 7 nightsJourney length
Private journeyTravel style
Active · long scenic drivesSuggested pace
Experienced travellers, photographers and nature loversWell suited to

Sample itinerary

A clear starting point, shaped around your flights.

Airport gatewayNoi Bai International Airport (Hanoi)

RouteHanoi · Ha Giang · Cao Bang · Hanoi

This is a sample programme, not a fixed departure. Hotels, timings and activities are confirmed in your personalised proposal.

  1. Day 1

    Hanoi arrival

    Meet your team at Noi Bai Airport and prepare for the journey north.

  2. Day 2

    Hanoi to Ha Giang

    Drive into the northern highlands with carefully planned rest stops.

  3. Day 3

    Karst plateau

    Follow mountain roads through valleys, passes and selected cultural villages.

  4. Day 4

    The frontier route

    Continue through Ha Giang’s most dramatic landscapes at an unhurried photographic pace.

  5. Day 5

    Across to Cao Bang

    Travel east through remote scenery with local stops arranged around road conditions.

  6. Day 6

    Ban Gioc region

    Discover the waterfall area and limestone countryside close to the northern border.

  7. Day 7

    Return toward Hanoi

    A scenic return journey with an overnight or direct route matched to your flight plan.

  8. Day 8

    Hanoi departure

    Private transfer to Noi Bai Airport at the appropriate time.

Included in your proposal

Land arrangements in Vietnam

  • Private airport welcome and final departure transfer
  • Accommodation in the selected comfort level
  • Private air-conditioned transport on the confirmed route
  • English-speaking local guide on guided days
  • Admissions and activities listed in the final itinerary
  • Breakfast and other meals stated in the final proposal
  • Local operations support while travelling in Vietnam

Not included

Before you arrive

  • International flights to and from Vietnam
  • Vietnam visa, travel insurance and personal expenses
  • Meals, drinks and activities not listed as included
  • Seasonal, holiday or special-event supplements unless quoted
  • Tips and gratuities

Essential · Comfort · Signature

One route, your level of comfort.

Tell us your dates and preferred hotel style. Our Vietnam team will check current availability and prepare a transparent land-package quote.

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