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Cao Bang Loop: 2-Day Ban Gioc Waterfall & Local Experiences

By Cao Bang Adventure
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$194 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple travellers
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 2d
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages

Overview

Cao Bang is a tranquil border region where nature and culture blend seamlessly. Explore the stunning Ban Gioc Waterfall and Mat Than Mountain, and experience local traditions by making “giay do,” traditional handmade paper, or spend a day as a blacksmith alongside Nung craftsmen. Cycle through charming villages along the Quay Son River, surrounded by vibrant rice fields and limestone mountains, and visit lively highland markets. You'll be welcomed by friendly locals, creating joyful memories while supporting community livelihoods.
You will be riding a motorbike yourself on this tour. If you need an easy rider or a car for this tour, please book with us in advance (IF YOU WANT TO RIDE A MOTORCYCLE YOURSELF, YOU MUST SHOW YOUR MOTORCYCLE LICENSE AND SIGN A LIABILITY AGREEMENT IN CASE OF ANY ACCIDENTS)

Activity location

  • Phuc Sen Forging Village
    • Pac Rang Village
    • Phuc Sen, Vietnam

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Lương Sơn Homestay Cao Bằng
    • Làng
    • 270000, Nùng Trí Cao, Cao Bằng, Vietnam

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Cao Bang Loop Self-driving

  • Activity duration is 2 days2d
    2d
  • English

Pickup included

Starting time: 7:30 AM
Price details
AU$193.63 x 1 AdultAU$193.63
Total
Price is AU$193.63

Cao Bang Loop With Easy Rider

  • Activity duration is 2 days2d
    2d
  • English

Pickup included

Starting time: 7:30 AM
Price details
AU$235.72 x 1 AdultAU$235.72
Total
Price is AU$235.72

Cao Bang Loop With Car

  • Activity duration is 2 days2d
    2d
  • English

Pickup included

Starting time: 7:30 AM
Price details
AU$277.81 x 2 AdultsAU$555.62
Total
Price is AU$555.62

What's included, what's not

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    Motorbike: Honda Wave Alpha 110cc (Semi-Automatic) and petrol
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    The ticket entrance follows the programme
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    Vegan/vegetarian food options available
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    Free dorm bed if arriving on a night bus between 4 am and 8 am at the homestay in Cao Bang City
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    Car and driver: Full-Day Tour with Car (Minimum 2 tourists required)
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    Bungee cords & plastic cover for your bags, basic rain gear
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    Dinner
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    One 1500ml bottle of water per person per day
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    Friendly and enthusiastic local tour guide
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    Motorbike with easy rider, if you choose option: Cao Bang Loop With Easy Rider
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    Accommodation: 1 night at the local homestay beside the river
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    Drinks
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    Tip for tour guides and drivers

Know before you book

  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travellers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travellers
  • Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travellers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Activity itinerary

Day 1: DAY 1: CAO BANG - BAN GIOC WATERFALL - CRAFT VILLAGES

  • 2 stops
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
  • Accommodation: Staying at a local homestay by a gentle river, surrounded by rows of green bamboo and peaceful, poetic fields

Phuc Sen Forging Village

  • 2h
08:00 Meet your local guide and enjoy a traditional breakfast featuring rice rolls, roasted duck noodles, or sour pho, iconic dishes of Cao Bang cuisine 08:30 Travel to Ma Phuc Pass, a stunning mountain pass linked to the legend of the Tay hero Nung Tri Cao from the 11th century. Afterwards, visit Dìa Trên Paper Village, where the Nung An people craft handmade paper, traditionally used for calligraphy and folk art 10:00 Continue to Phuc Sen Blacksmith Village, renowned for its centuries-old forging traditions. Watch artisans as they create tools from recycled steel, and even try your hand at forging with local guidance

Kham pha hang dộng Nguờm Ngao - Thac Bản Giốc

  • 8h
  • Admission ticket included
11:30 Relax at Ban Viet Lake, a tranquil man-made lake surrounded by green hills. The glassy waters and serene atmosphere offer a soothing escape into nature 12:30 Savour a local lunch featuring regional delicacies 13:30 Discover Nguom Ngao Cave (Tiger Cave), a 400-million-year-old limestone cavern known for its spectacular stalactites and unique natural formations 15:00 Visit the breathtaking Ban Gioc Waterfall, the world’s fourth-largest cross-border waterfall. Water cascades down from a height of 50 metres across multiple tiers, creating a magical landscape 16:00 Stop at Truc Lam Phat Tich Pagoda, situated above Ban Gioc Waterfall. This peaceful temple offers tranquil views and a sense of spiritual calm 17:00 Check in at a local homestay by the Quay Son River. Unwind with a swim, take a stroll along the riverside, or join the host family in preparing dinner

Day 2: DAY 2: NGOC CON VALLEY – ANGEL EYE MOUNTAIN – CAO BANG

  • 3 stops
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch
  • Accommodation: Not included

Phong Nam Station

  • 2h
7:00 Morning Cycling (Optional) Start your day with a cycling adventure along the winding Quay Son River, surrounded by lush green bamboo that creates a picturesque watercolour-like scene. As you ride, you'll pass through quaint villages nestled behind impressive limestone mountains. During your journey, you'll encounter Co La Waterfall and continue cycling to a vibrant market where locals gather to trade agricultural products and savour traditional dishes unique to the area. This refreshing 12 km ride will energise you for the day ahead

Đồn Biên Phòng Ngọc Côn

  • 4h
8:00 Enjoy Breakfast with Local Dishes 8:30 Journey to Ngoc Con Valley Follow the border road to Ngoc Con, a tranquil valley that sits at the foot of limestone cliffs. You'll witness rice fields, winding streams, that paint a poetic 10:30 Explore Phong Nam Valley, a hidden gem embraced by karst mountains and lush rice paddies 12:00 Lunch with Local Specialities

Mắt Thần Nui

  • 4h
  • Admission ticket included
13:00 Discover Angel Eye Mountain, a surreal peak featuring a massive natural hole at its centre that resembles a giant eye gazing at the sky. Nestled in a lush valley dotted with free-roaming horses and buffalo, this area is often compared to a miniature Tibetan grassland 17:00 Head back to Cao Bang City and visit the local market. Throughout your journey, a friendly host will ensure you feel comfortable and free as you create unforgettable memories on this trip.

Location

Activity location

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    Phuc Sen Forging Village
    • Pac Rang Village
    • Phuc Sen, Vietnam

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Lương Sơn Homestay Cao Bằng
    • Làng
    • 270000, Nùng Trí Cao, Cao Bằng, Vietnam

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