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Top Ha Giang Tour Trekking for Beginners and Experts

Ha Giang Trekking imagine standing among the mist or soft sunlight amid the zone of the misty mountains, each step is a beautiful view, and hidden in a little corner of the village of Ha Giang. The northern gem of Vietnam is a haven for trekkers with something suited to every level, including the famous Ma Pi Leng Pass and the silent allure of Hoang Su Phi. Designated as a UNESCO Global Geopark, Ha Giang isn’t a destination, it’s an experience. Ready to hit the finest trails, embrace local traditions, and get lost in nature? Let your Ha Giang Trekking adventure commence now!

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Top Ha Giang Trekking Tours for Beginners – Detailed Itineraries

Ma Pi Leng Pass Scenic Trekking Tour (2 Days 1 Night)

  • Duration: 2 Days 1 Night
  •  Difficulty: Easy to Moderate
  •  Starting Point: Ha Giang City
  •  Ending Point: Meo Vac Town

Day 1: Ha Giang City – Dong Van – Ma Pi Leng Pass

  • 06:00 AM: Leave for Ha Giang City. Catch your local guide and get on the way to explore Ha Giang Loop through the beautiful circuit.
  • 08:30 AM: Quan Ba Heaven Gate stop for visiting. Take panoramic shots of the beautiful mountains and the well-known “Twin Mountains”.
  • 10:00 AM: We headed out toward Yen Minh Town. Quick pit stop for a local coffee.
  • 11:30 AM: Arrive in Dong Van Town. Check in at a local homestay.
  • 12:00 PM: Lunch of local specialties at a family-owned restaurant.
  • 01:30 PM: Start your Ha Giang Trekking journey from Ma Pi Leng pass. Hike along the scenic cliff-side walkways with a view of the Nho Que River snaking below.
  • 03:00 PM: Visit the renowned White Cliffs (Vach Da Than) for your panoramic photos.
  • 05:00 PM: Return to Dong Van. Free time to discover the ancient city and markets.
  • 06:30 PM: Dinner at a nearby restaurant. Sample traditional Hmong cuisine.
  • 08:00 PM: Rest at your homestay, mingling with the families, or take a walk around the silent town of Dong Van.
Discover the magic of Ha Giang Trekking with Ma Pi Leng Pass

Ma Pi Leng Pass (Sours: travelviet)

Day 2: Dong Van – Meo Vac – Nho Que River Kayaking

  • 06:30 AM: Breakfast at the homestay.
  • 07:30 AM: Keep trekking in Ha Giang on Ma Pi Leng area, with trekking on the side of the cliffs, overlooking the marvellous Nho Que river.
  • 09:00 AM: Reach the Nho Que River. Enjoy kayaking on the emerald waters and towering limestone outcrops.
  • 11:00 AM: Head back to the beach. Trek to Meo Vac Town on winding mountain trails.
  • 12:30 PM: Eat lunch in the local restaurant at Meo Vac.
  • 02:00 PM: Enjoy Meo Vac local market (If today is Sunday, you can experience the authentic Meo Vac ethnic market).
  • 03:30 PM: Head back to Ha Giang City. Return by a scenic drive with photo stops.
  • 06:30 PM: Get back Ha Giang city. Tour ends.
Nho Que River Kayaking with Ha Giang Trekking tour

Nho Que River Kayaking (Sours: lilystravelagency)

Lung Cu Flag Tower Cultural Trekking Tour (2 Days 1 Night)

  • Duration: 2 Days 1 Night
  •  Difficulty: Easy
  •  Starting Point: Ha Giang City
  •  Ending Point: Lung Cu Flag Tower

Day 1: Ha Giang City – Lo Lo Chai Village – Lung Cu Flag Tower

  • 06:00 AM: Have our bus pick you up at Ha Giang city. Exhibition Drive on curvy mountain roads.
  • 09:00 AM: Arrival at Lo Lo Chai village. Discover the village and learn more about the Lo Lo ethnic minority, and visit traditional houses.
  • 11:00 AM: Have lunch at a Lo Lo family in the local village. Sample the local dishes and hospitality.
  • 01:00 PM: Trek from Lo Lo Chai to Lung Cu Flag Tower.
  • 02:30 PM: Arrive at the flag tower. Head to the top to take in a panoramic view of the Vietnam-China border.
  • 3:30 P.M.: Check out the tiny cultural museum at the base of the tower. Discover the history and the importance of the region.
  • 04:30 PM: Return to Lo Lo Chai on foot.
  • 06:00 PM: Dinner in the village. Cultural exchange with local music and dancing.
  • 08:00 PM: Stay overnight at the local, traditional Lo Lo Chai’s homestay.
Ha Giang Trekking in Lung Cu Flag Tower

Lung Cu Flag Tower (Sours: vinwonders)

Day 2: Lo Lo Chai Village – Pho Bang Ancient Town – Ha Giang City

  • 07:00 AM: Breakfast at the homestay.
  • 08:00 AM: Hike to Pho Bang ancient town, famous for its old houses constructed with clay walls and tile roofs.
  • 09:30 AM: Roam around the city, visit local shops of handicrafts and traditional medicines.
  • 11:00 AM: Drive back to Ha Giang City with stops to take beautiful pictures along the journey.
  • 12:30 PM: Lunch at a nearby restaurant along the way.
  • 03:00 PM: Arrive at Ha Giang City. Tour ends.
Discover the culture ò Pho Bang Ancient Town with Ha Giang Trekking tour

Pho Bang Ancient Town (Sours: visiontravelagent)

Pho Cao to Sung La Valley of Flowers Trekking Tour (2 Days 1 Night)

  • Duration: 2 Days 1 Night
  •  Difficulty: Moderate
  •  Starting Point: Ha Giang City
  •  Ending Point: Sung La Village

Day 1: Ha Giang City – Pho Cao – Sung La Valley

  • 06:00 AM: Leaving Ha Giang City. Ride out on the beautiful mountain roads.
  • 09:00 AM: Visit Pho Cao Village. Start your Ha Giang Trek trip up the mountain.
  • 9:30 AM: Explore beautiful terraced fields, blooming flower farms (best September to November), and mountain paths.
  • 11:30 A.M. Arrive at the Sung La Valley, also called the “Valley of Flowers.
  • 12:00 PM: Lunch in the home of a local Hmong family. Experience local cuisine.
  • 01:30 PM: Take a short car ride to the renowned “House of Pao” – a historical symbol of the cultural Sang La.
  • 03:00 PM: Keep trekking into the valley, visit the local Hmong families, and get to explore their handicraft shops.
  • 05:00 PM: Have dinner and sleep over in a local Homestay in Sung La.
  • 06:30 PM: Dine at the local family. Listen to, play, and dance to Hmong cultural music.
  • 08:00 PM: Stay for the night at the homestay.
Trekking in Sung La Valley with Ha Giang Trekking

Trekking in Sung La Valley (Sours: localvietnam)

Day 2: Sung La – Dong Van – Ha Giang City

  • 07:00 AM: Breakfast at the homestay.
  • 08:00 AM: Keep on your Ha Giang Trekking journey to Dong Van.
  • 09:30 AM: Welcome to Dong Van Old Quarter. There are also local shops and cafes to explore.
  • 11:00 AM: Hmong King’s Palace (Vuong Family Palace) – the vestige of the Hmong King’s palace.
  • 12:30 P.M. Lunch at a neighborhood restaurant.
  • 02:00 PM: Drive back to Ha Giang City with photo-stopping en route.
  • 05:00 PM: Reach Ha Giang City. Tour ends.
Dong Van Old Quarter

Dong Van Old Quarter (Sours: vietnam360)

Advanced Ha Giang Trekking Routes for Experts

Hoang Su Phi Rice Terraces: Immersive Nature Trek (3 Days 2 Nights)

  • Duration: 3 Days 2 Nights
  •  Difficulty: Challenging
  •  Starting Point: Ha Giang City
  •  Ending Point: Hoang Su Phi District

Day 1: Ha Giang City – Thong Nguyen – Pan Hou Village

  • 06:00 AM: Leave Ha Giang city. Route through green mountains and Curvy roads along the route.
  • 09:00 AM: Visit Thong Nguyen Village. Have breakfast while admiring the stunning view of the terraced fields.
  • 10:30 AM: Start your Ha Giang Trekking experience with a visit to the beautiful terraced fields of Hoang Su Phi.
  • 01:00 PM: Picnic lunch in the terraced fields. Take stunning photos of the famous rice terraces.
  • 02:00 PM: It keeps on going through steep bamboo jungle and little ethnic minority villages (Dao, Tay).
  • 05:00 PM: Arrive in Pan Hou Village. Check in at an eco-lodge.
  • 06:30 PM: Dine with local specialities. Chill out in the peace of the village.
Ha Giang Trekking

Ha Giang Trekking (Sours: dulichdemen)

Day 2: Pan Hou – Nam Hong Village – Rice Terrace Trekking

  • 07:00 AM: Breakfast in the eco-lodge.
  • 8.00 AM: Start a hard trekking day to trek on the steep, narrow paths of the legendary Hoang Su Phi terraced rice fields.
  • 10:30 A.M: Arrive at Nam Hong Village, home to the Red Dao people. You will visit a local family to learn about traditional herbal baths.
  • 12:00 PM: We have lunch at a homestay in Nam Hong.
  • 01:30 PM: Trek further through wooded trails, over streams, and through more terraced fields.
  • 04:00 PM: Back to Pan Hou Village. Wind down with an herbal bath (not included).
  • 06:30 PM: Dinner at the eco-lodge.
Rice Terrace Trekking

Rice Terrace Trekking (Sours: attractionsvietnam)

Day 3: Pan Hou – Thong Nguyen – Ha Giang City

  • 7:00 AM: Breakfast at the eco-lodge.
  • 08:00 AM: Wander around the Thong Nguyen market.
  • 9:30 AM: Hike to the Panorama point that covers nearly the whole area of Hoang Su Phi’s rice terraces.
  • 11:00 AM: Go back to Pan Hou, check out, and return to Ha Giang City.
  • 01:00 PM: Lunch en route.
  • 03:30 PM: Arrival in Ha Giang City. Tour ends.
Pan Hou

Pan Hou (Sours: booking)

Highlights:

  • Spectacular rice terraces in ever-changing colors according to the season.
  • Genuine local experiences with Red Dao and Tay people.
  • Best for experienced trekkers looking for a natural adventure.

Best Season:

  • May–June: Water season (reflected paddies).
  • September-October: Harvest time (fields of gold).

Dong Van to Meo Vac Trek (via Ma Pi Leng Canyon) (3 Days 2 Nights)

  • Duration: 3 Days 2 Nights
  •  Difficulty: Difficult
  •  Starting Point: Dong Van Town
  •  Ending Point: Meo Vac Town

Day 1: Ha Giang City – Dong Van – Ma Pi Leng Trek

  • 6:00 AM: Leave Ha Giang City. Scenic drive through the mountains.
  • 09:00 AM: Arrive in Dong Van. Begin your Ha Giang Trekking experience at the old quarter of Dong Van.
  • 10:30 AM: Start the short hike through the stunning Ma Pi Leng Canyon.
  • 12:00 PM: Picnic lunch on the bank of Nho Que,  a “green majestic pearl".
  • 01:30 PM: Keep walking on the path through the cliff, another trekking trail, and little Hmong ethnic villages with steep mountain trails.
  • 04:00 PM: Check in a local homestay in Meo Vac. Check in and relax.
  • 06:30 PM: Dinner with local food (the Hmong style).
Ma Pi Leng Trek

Ma Pi Leng Trek (Sours: trekkingcamping)

Day 2: Meo Vac – Nho Que River Kayaking – Trek to Sky Path

  • 07:00 AM: Breakfast with the hosts in the homestay.
  • 08:00 AM: Hike down to the Nho Que River for a kayaking trip.
  • 9:30 AM: Kayak in the emerald waters of the Nho Que with towering cliffs all around you.
  • 11:00 AM: Hike up the Sky Path,  a privileged viewpoint of the canyon.
  • 12:30 PM: Trailside lunch on the mountain.
  • 02:00 PM: Keep hiking in the thick jungle to Ma Pi Leng Pass.
  • 04:00 PM: Return to Meo Vac. Enjoy dinner and spend the night at the homestay.
Meo Vac

Meo Vac (Sours: bonboncar)

Day 3: Meo Vac – Lung Phin – Ha Giang City

  • 07:00 AM: Breakfast at the homestay.
  • 08:00 AM: Drive to Lung Phin. Short trek to visit the Hmong in the local villages.
  • 10:00 AM: Traditional market (if it’s Sunday).
  • 12:00 PM: Lunch in Lung Phin.
  • 02:00 PM: Back to Ha Giang City. Drive through scenic areas with photo stops.
  • 05:00 PM: Reach Ha Giang City. Tour ends.
Lung Phin Market

Lung Phin Market (Sours: thailande)

Tay Con Linh Peak: The Ultimate Challenge (4 Days 3 Nights)

  • Duration: 4 Days 3 Nights
  •  Difficulty: Expert
  •  Starting Point: Ha Giang City
  •  Ending Point: Tay Con Linh Summit

Day 1: Ha Giang City – Suoi Thau Village – Base Camp

  • 06:00 AM: Leave the city of Ha Giang. Drive to Suoi Thau Village.
  • 09:00 AM: Meet guide and porters. Start to hike through the woods.
  • 12:00 PM: Picnic lunch on the mountain track.
  • 01:30 PM: Keep marching to trek above, crossing small streams and bamboo clumps.
  • 05:00 PM: We reach Base Camp. Pitch tents and share a hearty dinner cooked over a campfire.
  • 08:00 PM: Overnight in tents.
Suoi Thau Village

Suoi Thau Village (Sours: sacotravel.)

Day 2: Base Camp – Tay Con Linh Summit – Base Camp

  • 04:00 AM: Starting early with light breakfast.
  • 05:00 AM: Climb to Tay Con Linh Peak? (2,427 meters).
  • 09:00 AM: Reach the summit. Marvel at the panoramic view of Aurora’s misty mountains.
  • 10:00 AM: Return to Base Camp.
  • 12:30 PM: Lunch at Base Camp.
  • 02:00 PM: Hike in the forest around you. Unwind around the campfire in the evenings.
  • 06:30 PM: Dinner at campsite. Overnight in tents.
Tay Con Linh Peak

Tay Con Linh Peak (Sours: vcci)

Day 3: Base Camp – Ha Giang City

  • 07:00 AM: Breakfast.
  • 8:00 AM: Start descending through the green woods.
  • 12:00 P.M.: Picnic lunch along the trail.
  • 03:00 PM: You will arrive at Suoi Thau Village. Return to Ha Giang City.
  • 06:00 PM: Reach Ha Giang City. Check in at a local hotel. Dinner at a local restaurant.

Day 4: Ha Giang City Departure

  • Breakfast at the hotel.
  • Free time for discovering Ha Giang City or shopping for souvenirs.
  • 12:00 PM: Tour ends. Departure.
Ha Giang Hotel

Ha Giang Hotel (Sours: booking)

Essential Tips for a Safe and Enjoyable Ha Giang Trekking Adventure

Weather Preparation: Choose the Best Time for Ha Giang Trekking

The best Ha Giang Trekking experience is all about timing! Ha Giang is best trekked between May and June and September and October. In May and June, Hoang Su Phi’s terraces are filled with water, which becomes mirrors reflecting the sunlight; September and October are the seasons when the terraces are dyed in gold. If you like clear skies and cool weather, choose November to February, when you can explore the cliffs of Ma Pi Leng Pass and the panoramas from Lung Cu Flag Tower.

Packing List: What to Bring for Your Ha Giang Trekking Adventure

A bit of planning to ensure your trek in Ha Giang is safe and fun! Pack wisely! Begin with light, breezy duds for daytime hikes, and warm layers to keep you cozy when the temperature drops at night in the mountains. Waterproof gear is a must-have, especially in the rainy season. A comfortable pair of hiking boots with good tread is necessary, as are a hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen for sun protection. And don’t forget a reusable water bottle along with some on-the-go energy snacks, a small first-aid kit, bug repellent, a flashlight, and a portable charger. These essentials are for all your adventures.

Safety Precautions: Trek Responsibly in Ha Giang

The safety of you and your companions will be our first concern on any Ha Giang Trekking experience. Always hire a local guide, particularly for such tough climbs as Tay Con Linh Peak or the cliff-hanging trails of Ma Pi Leng Canyon. Guides offer local knowledge and the comfort of safety. Make sure to obtain appropriate permits, especially in restricted zones such as Lung Cu Flag Tower or the Dong Van Karst Plateau. Don’t forget to be respectful of local cultures and ask to take photos in the ethnic villages, or support the local economy by making a purchase.

Conclusion

Ha Giang Trekking,  a journey, not a trek, Ha Giang takes you through breathtaking landscapes and vibrant culture. From the epic cliffs of Ma Pi Leng Pass down to the gilded terraces of Hoang Su Phi,  the next step is always a new adventure. Want to experience the best part of Ha Giang Travel?

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