Mu Cang Chai - Tu Le - Thac Ba Lake Tour 3D2N
Highlights
The Mu Cang Chai – Tu Le – Thac Ba Lake 3-day 2-night tour takes you on a journey to discover the unique beauty of the Northwest mountains. You will admire the majestic terraced fields – one of the most beautiful landscapes in Vietnam, experience the unique culture of the Thai ethnic minority, and conquer Khau Pha Pass, one of the four great mountain passes of the North. The journey also takes you to Tu Le, home to the fragrant and sticky young green rice, traditional spring bathing custom, and rich local cuisine. At the end of the tour, visitors will check-in at Thac Ba Lake, known as the 'Halong Bay on the mountain' of Yen Bai, offering a charming, poetic, and unforgettable landscape.
Detailed itinerary
05:50 - 06:00: The bus picks you up at the meeting point. The tour guide introduces themselves and provides details about the tour itinerary. Along the way, there will be a rest stop for breakfast (at your own expense) and relaxation.
(For guests departing from Hai Phong, Bac Ninh, Hung Yen, Thai Binh, etc., the organizers will notify you of separate pickup times and locations.)Afterward, continue the journey to Mu Cang Chai, embarking on an adventure to capture stunning photos of Mu Cang Chai's beautiful flower gardens.
11:00: Arrive in Nghia Lo town for lunch at a restaurant. After lunch, the group continues by bus to Tu Le. Along the way, enjoy the sight of the vast Muong Lo Field stretching along both sides of the road. Take commemorative photos at the Mu Cang Chai district monument at the foot of Khau Pha Pass.14:00: Continue conquering Khau Pha Pass – one of the four great mountain passes of Northern Vietnam.
15:00: Stop at the peak of Khau Pha Pass at an altitude of approximately 1,200 meters. In the local language, "Khau Pha" means "Sky Horn," representing the harmony between heaven and earth. Standing at the peak, admire the sweeping views of Khau Pha Valley with Lim Thai and Lim Mong villages in the distance. Here, you also have the chance to watch professional paragliders participating in the annual "Flying over the Golden Season" festival.
16:30: Arrive at the stop to take a motorbike taxi up to visit the Mam Xoi (Sticky Rice Tray) Terraced Fields. Following the guide's instructions, move from the ticket checkpoint up to the top of Mam Xoi Hill. The Mam Xoi Terraced Fields are an elaborate agricultural masterpiece and a unique creation of the H'Mong people in La Pan Tan. Amidst rolling mountains and winding curves, where the layered patterns of terraced fields stretch to the horizon, Mam Xoi Hill stands out as a unique highlight and a top attraction in Mu Cang Chai (motorbike taxi costs self-funded).Mu Cang Chai Terraced Fields were once featured in the "Top 20 most colorful destinations in the world", "Top 50 most beautiful destinations in the world in 2020", and were designated a Special National Monument in 2021.
18:00: Arrive at Mu Cang Chai town to check in to your hotel (or homestay depending on your original booking), rest, and enjoy the fresh air and scenic surrounding scenery.19:00: Have dinner at a restaurant. In the evening, enjoy free time to relax and explore Mu Cang Chai at night. Overnight stay in Mu Cang Chai.
06:30: Gather for breakfast as instructed by your tour guide. Afterwards, you will have time to rent a motorbike or take a motorbike taxi to explore suggested local spots:
(Note: Please consult your tour guide beforehand to select suitable destinations, as time is limited and you will not be able to visit all suggested spots.)- Mu Cang Chai Market, a bustling hub for daily goods and local specialties.
- Visit a Thai ethnic village and take photos of the traditional water wheels used to scoop water from streams for irrigation and daily living.
- Visit the Bamboo Forest. Stepping here will make you feel like you've walked into a scene from the movie "House of Flying Daggers".
- Corn storage houses or check in at the Horseshoe Terraced Fields...
09:00: Check out and say goodbye to Mu Cang Chai town.
11:00: Stop at Tu Le – a land famous for its soft, fragrant sticky rice and charming Thai maidens whose beauty captivates many visitors. The tour guide takes you to visit and shop, especially for Tu Le green rice flakes (Com) at the Tu Le Market.
12:00: Lunch at a restaurant. After lunch, continue your journey by bus to Yen Bai City.
Afternoon: Arrive at the hotel, check in, and rest.
18:30: Have dinner at a restaurant, then enjoy free time to explore Yen Bai City at night.
Overnight stay in Yen Bai City.06:00: Have breakfast and check out of the hotel to continue the journey to visit Thac Ba Lake.
08:00: The boat departs to take you on a tour of Thac Ba Lake, one of the largest lakes in Vietnam, often referred to as "Ha Long Bay on the Mountain". The boat stops to let guests visit Green Island (Dao Xanh).
Cruising on Thac Ba Lake for over an hour, admire hundreds of large and small islands shaped like overturned bowls, creating a captivating, poetic landscape before reaching Thuy Tien Cave – one of the beautiful caves in the Thac Ba Lake area. The legendary mysteries and pristine beauty of Thuy Tien Cave attract nearly 2,000 visitors every year.12:00: Enjoy lunch with fresh local cuisine on Thac Ba Lake.
14:00: Disembark the boat to return to the mainland, then get on the bus to depart for Hanoi. Along the way, there will be a rest stop for you to relax and purchase local specialties as gifts for your family.
Evening: Arrive back in Hanoi. The tour guide bids farewell to the group and looks forward to seeing you again on future trips!
Included
- Round-trip transfer car/bus as scheduled
- 2-night accommodation based on selected service upon registration
- Private room service, sleeping 2 guests/room (3-4 guests/room class available)
- Clean and airy communal stilt house dormitory service (shared toilet)
- 05 main meals + 02 breakfasts
- Admission ticket to Mam Xoi (Raspberry) Hill.
- Admission tickets to the lonely tree, dolphin nose, and steppe
- Tour guide serving the group according to the itinerary, enthusiastically supporting photo taking
- Travel insurance, 1 bottle of drinking water/person/day
Not included
- VAT invoice (Optional, based on demand)
- Drinks during meals and other personal expenses not mentioned in the tour
- Round-trip motorbike taxi fee to Mam Xoi terraced fields, attractions not included in the program. Costs are not fixed, depending on the time (Reference: around 100k - 120k/person.)
- Difference or arising sightseeing ticket fees (if any) at the time of your tour compared to the booking time.
- We hope for your understanding, sympathy, and compliance with regulations and actual costs (Staff will share when finalizing the departure date)
- Surcharge for foreign tourists: 100,000 VND/guest
- Tips for driver and tour guide:
- In case tourists are satisfied with the service of the driver and tour guide, they can tip them at their discretion. This tip is completely optional, however, to encourage them, a common tip is 50,000 VND/guest/day
- Mandatory tip for foreign tourists: 3 USD/guest/day (compulsory)
TOUR BOOKING REGULATIONS:
- To book the tour, please transfer 50% of the tour price in advance.
- The remaining balance must be paid 07 days before the departure date.
- Please send the finalized guest list immediately after confirming the group.
CANCELLATION CONDITIONS:
- Immediately after registration (prior to 30 days before departure): 100% of deposit forfeit.
- Prior to 7 days (before tour departure): 50% penalty of the total tour cost.
- Prior to 5 days (before tour departure): 75% penalty of the total tour cost.
- Within 5 days (before tour departure): 100% penalty of the total tour cost.
- No refunds, cancellations, or changes applicable for groups during Holidays and New Year.