Vietnam · Hidden Gems

Private 3 Days Car Tour Through Northern Vietnam's Hidden Gems

3 Days Round trip from Pickup service provided in Ha Giang 2. Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Travel the Ha Giang Loop on a private 3-day car tour
  • 02 See Quan Ba Heaven Gate, Sung La Valley, and Dong Van Old Town
  • 03 Visit Lung Cam cultural village and the Vuong family mansion
  • 04 Take a boat trip on the Nho Que River
  • 05 Experience the legendary Ma Pi Leng Pass and panoramic viewpoints
  • 06 Stay overnight in local homestays
  • 07 Visit Lung Tam weaving village and learn about Hmong brocade craft
  • 08 Enjoy included breakfasts, lunches, and dinners

Discover the dramatic landscapes and rich cultural heritage of Ha Giang on this private 3-day car tour through Northern Vietnam. Travel along mountain passes, valleys, and remote villages as you explore some of the region’s most scenic and lesser-visited corners, from Quan Ba Heaven Gate and Sung La Valley to Dong Van, Ma Pi Leng Pass, and the Nho Que River.

Along the way, experience local life in ethnic minority communities, visit traditional villages and historic sites, and stay in local homestays for a more immersive journey. With private transport, included meals, and time to enjoy both natural viewpoints and cultural stops, this tour offers a memorable introduction to Ha Giang’s hidden gems.

Discover the dramatic landscapes and rich cultural heritage of Ha Giang on this private 3-day car tour through Northern Vietnam.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
City Ha Giang
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

HA GIANG CITY - QUAN BA - YEN MINH - PHO CAO – SUNG LA - DONG VAN TOW

Have breakfast and then start the Ha Giang loop journey -Check in: KM 0 Milestone - Bac Sum Slope - Quan Ba Heaven Gate - Stopover to see the entire Doi Mountain, Tam Son Town -12:30 After passing Can Ty pass, check in some beautiful spots, lonely trees, Van Chai cliff, then have lunch at Yen Minh town -13:30 continue towards Dong Van to check in: Tham Ma pass , Pho Cao village, Sung La valley, visit Lung Cam cultural village imbued with H'Mong ethnic identity, visit "Pao's house" , Tam Giac Mach field, Moon rock field in Sa Phin village.


The Quan Ba Heaven Gate is one of the five most famous Heaven's Gates in Vietnam in addition to the Anh Giang Heaven Gate (Cao Bang), O Quy Ho Heaven Gate (Sapa), Linh Quy Phap An Heaven Gate (Da Lat), Nghinh Phong Heaven Gate (Vung Tau). Located at the entrance to the Dong Van karst plateau, Quan Ba is a must-see destination when arriving in Ha Giang. The road to Quan Ba Heaven Gate (Ha Giang) is a breathtaking route for backpackers. It is located on National Road 4C, which connects Ha Giang city and Tam Son town. To reach Quan Ba Heaven Gate, from Tam Son, you only have to go further 3km to the north or from Ha Giang city centre, it takes about 1 hour to drive 46 km.


Lung Cam Village located in the centre of Sung La Valley, Sung La Commune, Dong Van District, is home to 3 ethnic groups of Mong, Lo Lo and Han. Of which 85% are Mong people. Sung La Valley boasts a romantic scenery of a karst plateau with boundless mountain ranges, fresh corn fields, colorful gardens and hundred-years-old ancient houses. H’mong houses in Lung Cam village have almost an identical look with rustic moss-covered walls surrounded by rock fences. Lung Cam is also the village where the famous house of Pao in the award-winning movie ‘Story of Pao’ is located. The house is opened for visit with admission of 10,000VND per person. The village is nested in a very romantic valley with 61 households in total of which are 53 households of Hmong ethnic people. Coming to Lung Cam village, visitors can enjoy the idyllic landscape and the peaceful way for life of the locals.


-16:30: Visit the mansion of the Vuong family (King of the Hmong people): Coming here, you will truly admire the life and culture of the H'Mong people. In the late afternoon, under the last sunlight of the day, you will get the most authentic experience of the architectural exchange of three cultures: H'Mong, French, and Chinese. -18:00: Check in hotel, homestay and rest -19:30: Dinner, then free to walk around Dong Van old town, to enjoy street food at Dong Van old town night market.

Overnight at local homestay

2
Day 02

DONG VAN TOWN – MA PI LENG PASS – NHO QUE RIVER – MAU DUE – DU GIA


-8:30 am: After breakfast, we will visit the legendary Happiness Road, the majestic Ma Pi Leng Pass, and the beautiful Nho Que River. Check in: The stop at the Ma Pi Leng monument, the dangerous road to Death's snout and Dinosaur's spine, walking on the sky parth, you will see the entire scene at the foot of the pass. Panorama viewing point and a few beautiful check-in points at the top of the pass.

Visiting Ma Pi Leng Pass allows travelers to immerse themselves in the natural beauty of the region while also experiencing the rich cultural heritage of the local ethnic communities. The journey along the pass is an adventure in itself, with numerous opportunities for hiking and motorbiking.

- Take a boat on the Nho Que River to see the highest Tu San canyon in Southeast Asia, a natural masterpiece that can only be found in Ha Giang The Nho Que River in Ha Giang is an absolute must-visit for avid travelers seeking an unforgettable experience in the misty wonders of Northeast Vietnam. If you are looking to capture breathtaking photos during your upcoming trip to Ha Giang, be sure to include a stop at the Nho Que River.

-12:30: Have lunch at Meo Vac Town. Then continue the journey from Meo Vac town to Du Gia, the road has beautiful views with many winding roads with endless valleys, on the way check in: M pass shooting location, Mau Due, Lung Ho. -17:00: Arrive at Du Gia commune center, check in at a local homestay in the Du Gia village, enjoy dinner with Tay cuisine, and drink corn wine that we happily named "happy water"

Overnight at Local Homestay

3
Day 03

DU GIA – DUONG THUONG village LUNG TAM – QUAN BA – HA GIANG city

8:30 am: After breakfast, we will walk around the village, go bathe in Du Gia waterfall, then depart back to Ha Giang city.

-On the way stopping to admire and visit some beautiful scenes: the valley Duong Thuong, Visit Lung Tam weaving village, We have lunch at Tam Son town - Quan Ba and return to Ha Giang city at around 5:00 p.m, shower, rest at Hostel,homestay Lung Tam is known as a long-standing traditional craft village of brocade weaving by the Hmong on Dong Van plateau, Ha Giang province. Besides brocade products that are favored by both domestic and foreign visitors, the unique feature in the weaving process of Lung Tam village is an attraction for visitors in Quan Ba district. Visiting Lung Tam village, visitors will have a chance to experience the daily life of the locals. Hmong women diligently work with looms to create beautiful brocade and linen pieces from flax fibers. Weaving a fine brocade piece is the pride of Hmong women.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Pickup service provided in Ha Giang 2. 1 city · 3 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Dinner
  • Lunch
  • Breakfast
  • Private Transfer during 3 days

What's Not Included

Personal Expenses

Know before you go

  • Infants must not sit on laps
  • Infant seats unavailable
  • Not recommended for people with heart conditions
  • Not suitable for pets
  • No public transportation nearby
  • Not stroller accessible
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • We pick up all the guests in Ha Giang City or Bus Station. Please be ready at your hotel lobby.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Pickup service provided in Ha Giang 2.
Tour start
Pickup service provided in Ha Giang 2.
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 3 days finish where they began, in Pickup service provided in Ha Giang 2..

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