Trekking in Cao Bang ( Challenging ) Tour code: TREK03

Tormented mountains of North Vietnam along the Chinese border makes the best trekking path with karst relief, sugar loaves, gorges,terraced rice fields.

Detail Tours

We take a beautiful five-day trek along the Chinese – Tonkin border. The winding mountain paths leads us to Thai, Nung and Dao ethnic villages where strong Chinese cultural traits can be seen in their traditional costume and lifestyle. What impress us is the scenic beauty, friendly people and culinary delights. This trek combines rich history, nature beauty and unique hill-tribal culture.

Itinerary

Day 1: Hanoi - Cao Bang
Day 2: Cao Bang - Ta Lung - Ban La Teu (515 m)
Day 3: Ban La Teu - Ban Sao (555m)
Day 4: Ban Sao - Dong Khe - Pakhuan (830 m)
Day 5: Pakhuan - Coc Xa - Ban Na (435 m) - Lang Son

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INCLUDED:

- Land transfers in private vehicles as described in the program.
- Full board meals throughout the trip.
- Accommodation in guesthouse based on double/twin room, or homestay (shared dormitory).
- Tour guide (English/German/French)
- The local support team (drivers, boat crew, porters, cook)
- First aid kit

EXCLUDED:
- Cancellation fee
- Any kind of insurance
- Anything that is not listed in the "Included" part
- Visa fees.

Physical preparation:

To fully enjoy your trip, do not forget to keep fit once a week by walking (about 15 km) if possible on a course with vertical drop (250 m / h) or practicing a sport (1 hr 1 h 30).

Your equipment:
All travel luggage should be divided between a backpack worn by the travelers and a second sealed bag with padlock, transported by the logistics team on site (porters and/or vehicles).

Basic equipment:
- Breathable underwear (fast drying).
- A kind Polartec fleece jacket (if possible windbreaker) or Wind Pro (excellent weight / insulation).
- A waterproof and breathable jacket (Gore-Tex) in the bottom of the bag (only for the months of November to March).
- The pants trek.
- A cap or hat.
- Sun glasses (minimum index 3 and 4 for high mountain).
- A rain cape.
- A water bottle (or water bottle pocket, pipette).

Sleeping:
• From December to late March: good sleeping bag 0 ° C / - 5 ° C.
• In March, April and November: sleeping bag comfort temperature +10 ° C.
• From May to October: silk sleeping bag (a cloth down in fleece is sufficient).
- We provide mattresses and blankets on hand to light the night with the locals.

What to pack:

- A backpack with wide straps and an adjustable anatomical frame, with a capacity of 20-30 liters for your business day.
Example Millet: The Hiker 38.
- A travel bag 80 to 100 liters, flexible. Depending on weather, luggage is transported by the day or by bike carriers. It is recommended, if you have the choice to carry a travel bag with shoulder strap for easy work if we use carriers rather than motorcycles, but do not make the acquisition purpose for this trip .

Others:
- Change of clothes.
- A pair of spare laces.
- A swimsuit to Halong Bay.
- A pair of sneakers or sandals to walk in the water.
- A toilet bag and a towel.
- Toilet paper.
- A pocket knife (checked!).
- Some plastic bags to protect your business.
- A needle and thread.
- A lock pouch to always carry with your insurance certificates identity papers, money


Examples of full packages

These examples of full package show how we combine adventure travel, off the beaten track travel with classic sightseeing and relaxation to make a balanced, fulfilling and enjoyable holiday.

Grade: Challenging
Luggage: Porter & vehicles
Accommodation: Hotel & homestay
When to do: March to November

 Trekking part : A seven - day trek leads us to beautiful lush landscapes, meeting with many hill-tribal groups who are always smiling and cheerful (namely the Colorful Hmong, the  Thai, the Phu La and the Dao people). The homestay overnight and the weekly market bring us to discover their rich centuries-old traditional culture.

 Classic visit : This journey also combines not-to-miss sites in Hanoi, Halong, Hue, Hoi An and Saigon, which makes the trek even more worthwhile. Varying landscape and diverse culture, this is a comprehensive image of Vietnam.

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Grade: Challenging
Luggage: Porter & vehicles
Accommodation: Hotel, train, cruise & homestay
When to do: March to November

With its soaring northern mountains, lush green rice paddy fields and rich indigenous culture, the Northwest Vietnam is filled with captivating beauty for adventure and excitement. On our Vietnam tours you will get to explore enchanting Sapa, meet ethnic minority people and conquer the Fansipan dubbed “the roof of Indochina”, discover the immense second biggest rice basket of Muong Lo before soaking up the breathtaking beauty of Halong Bay.

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