Cao Bang - Ban Gioc waterfall 3 days 2 nights
Overview
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72 hours
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Ban Gioc Waterfall is not only the most famous waterfall in Vietnam, but has recently been named one of the 7 most majestic waterfalls in the world. Ban Gioc Waterfall is formed from a part of the Quay Son River at the border between Vietnam and China, divided into two parts, the main waterfall and the secondary waterfall. If viewed from below the foot of the waterfall, the left waterfall and the western half of the right waterfall belong to Vietnam’s sovereignty in Dam Thuy commune, Trung Khanh district, Cao Bang province; the eastern half of the right waterfall belongs to China’s sovereignty. This is a place you definitely cannot miss when traveling to Cao Bang.
Day 1: Hanoi - Cao Bang - Angel Eye Mountain - Thang Hen lake - overnight at 3 stars hotel in Cao Bang city.
Day 2: Cao Bang - Nguom Ngao Cave - Ban Gioc Waterfall - Truc Lam Pagoda - Overnight at homestay in Khuoi Ky stone village.
Day 3: Ban Gioc - Paper village - Incense village - Phuc Sen knife village - Hanoi
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Dinner
Hotel & Homestay
Entry fees: Ban Gioc & Guom Ngao cave
Meals as itinerary
English speaking tour guide
Luxury limousine van from Hanoi and return
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
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What To Expect
Hanoi - Cao Bang - Angel Eye Mountain - Thang Hen Lake
Accommodations
Overnight at 3 stars hotel in Cao Bang city center.
Food and Drinks
LUNCH
Lunch
Cao Bang
6:00 – 6:30 Pick up at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter and depart for Cao Bang. 12:45 – 13:00 Arrive in Cao Bang city. Check in your hotel and have lunch at local restaurant. 14:30 Check in Nui Thung, also referred to as Angel Eye Mountain and it is obvious why. Halfway up the mountain you will see a huge hole. It is not only the mountain that makes this a special place. Only a small road can take you to this area, which opens up like a hidden valley, with mountains, jungle, plains and a lake that reflects the Angel Eye. 16:00 Check in Thang Hen Lake. Thang Hen lake is located in Quoc Toan Commune, Tra Linh District, 30km north of Cao Bang. The lake consists of 36 large and small lakes on high peaks, thousands of meters above sea level. The main lake is lozenge, 300 meters wide and 1,000 meters long. It is a beautiful lake among lakes in the rocky mountains. 17:00 Back to your hotel in Cao Bang City. 18:30 Have dinner and take a walk to Kim Dong night market. Overnight in the hotel.
Cao Bang - Nguom Ngao Cave - Ban Gioc Waterfall - Truc Lam Pagoda
Accommodations
Overnight at homestay in Khuoi Ky stone village.
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
DINNER
Dinner
Nguom Ngao Cave
08:00 Our guide and driver will pick up at your hotel in Cao Bang and depart for Ban Gioc Waterfall. 09:00 Check in Ma Phuc Pass. 10:00 Check in Nguom Ngao Cave. Located just 5 kilometers from the famous Ban Gioc Waterfall, Nguom Ngao Cave is a natural wonder that offers you a glimpse into the fascinating geological history of northern Vietnam. This cave, also known as Tiger Cave, is a nice extra stop for travelers visiting the nearby waterfall. 11:30 Lunch at local restaurant. 13:00 Check in Ban Gioc Waterfall. 16:00 Check in Truc Lam Pagoda. 19:00 Dinner and overnight at homestay.
Ban Gioc Waterfall - Detian Falls
08:00 Our guide and driver will pick up at your hotel in Cao Bang and depart for Ban Gioc Waterfall. 09:00 Check in Ma Phuc Pass. 10:00 Check in Nguom Ngao Cave. 11:30 Lunch at local restaurant. 13:00 Check in Ban Gioc Waterfall. Ban Gioc Waterfall is not only the most famous waterfall in Vietnam, but has recently been named one of the 7 most majestic waterfalls in the world. Ban Gioc Waterfall is formed from a part of the Quay Son River at the border between Vietnam and China, divided into two parts, the main waterfall and the secondary waterfall. If viewed from below the foot of the waterfall, the left waterfall and the western half of the right waterfall belong to Vietnam’s sovereignty in Dam Thuy commune, Trung Khanh district, Cao Bang province; the eastern half of the right waterfall belongs to China’s sovereignty. This is a place you definitely cannot miss when traveling to Cao Bang. 16:00 Check in Truc Lam Pagoda. 19:00 Dinner and overnight at homestay.
Truc Lam Pagoda
08:00 Our guide and driver will pick up at your hotel in Cao Bang and depart for Ban Gioc Waterfall. 09:00 Check in Ma Phuc Pass. 10:00 Check in Nguom Ngao Cave. 11:30 Lunch at local restaurant. 13:00 Check in Ban Gioc Waterfall. 16:00 Check in Truc Lam Pagoda. Located in the stunning region of Cao Bang, just 500 meters from the renowned Ban Gioc Waterfall and near the Chinese border, Phat Tich Truc Lam Ban Gioc Pagoda offers not only a spiritual retreat but also breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape. The pagoda, perched on Phia Nham Mountain, provides a vantage point to admire the cascading waters of Ban Gioc and the lush paddy fields and towering mountains that frame the area. 19:00 Dinner and overnight at homestay.
Ban Gioc - Paper village - Incense village - Phuc Sen knife village - Hanoi
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
Cao Bang
Enjoy the last breakfast in Cao Bang before coming back to Hanoi. The last journey to the picturesque vertiginous rice paddies or remote villages will be the memorable trip to Cao Bang. Check out at the hotel in the afternoon and return to Hanoi. Trip ends.
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Cao Bang - Ban Gioc waterfall 3 days 2 nights
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Reviews
7 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Picturesque Cao Bang and famous Ban Gioc waterfalls!
LongTan D,
Aug 17, 2025
- Viator
5.00The reason I went to Coa Bang was to see the Ban Gioc waterfalls, where which I heard about from the Chinese Drama series - The Journey of Flower. I don’t know much about Cao Bang at all. I was travelling alone so I decided to join a tour . This was one of the best experience I had while joining a tour. The sceneries were breathtaking. Not only did the Ban Gioc waterfalls live up to my expectations. But the surrounding landscapes were picturesque as well. My tour guide Mr Nyuyen Huy Hoàng was amazing. He treated me like a family member, like an older brother, which was nice when you travel alone. He also paid great attention to details when explaining the culture and history of the places that we visited. He was extremely knowledgeable in regard to the Vietnamese culture. He took me to the required tourist places but doesn’t push me to buy anything that I don’t wanted to, which I appreciated very much. Mr Hoàng also introduced me to some tasty local foods like Bánh cuốn Cao Bang, Khau nhục (my favourite), Nộm hoa chuối rừng and Canh chua thịt băm He is a cheerful character and easy to get along with. We had some interesting conversations ranging from place to travel family, interests, life and what’s like being a young person in modern Vietnam. I guess it helps that I can speak a bit of Vietnamese. Initially, on the first day it was just me and my tour guide. However, on the second day when we went to visit the Ban Gioc waterfalls. I get to join up with other travellers from Italy, Greece and India, which made the trip enjoyable as there other people to talk to and share travel experience. Besides the Ban Gioc waterfalls, my favourite part of the trip was riding the motorcycle around the picturesque landscape of Cao Bang. However, I would enjoyed even more if i was able to ride the motorcycle myself. All over its was a fantastic trip with an awesome tour guide. I definitely recommend this tour to my family and friends.
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