Cao Bang: Ban Gioc Waterfall Day Tour by Motorbike or Car

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By Cao Bang Adventure

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Free cancellation available

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Features

Free cancellation available
10h
Mobile voucher
Instant confirmation
Selective hotel pickup
Multiple languages

Overview

Ban Gioc Autumn is the largest natural in the Southeast Asia,top 10 falls globally
Explore handicraft villages to learn about the unique traditions of Nung people
Eye Mountain is stunning natural attraction renowned for its breathtaking beauty
We'll visit Nguom Ngao Cave, a beautiful limestone cave in Vietnam
Experience the unique dishes of Cao Bang province

Activity location

- Ban Gioc Waterfalls
- Trùng Khánh District, Cao Bang, Vietnam

Meeting/Redemption Point

- Ban Gioc Waterfalls
- Trùng Khánh District, Cao Bang, Vietnam

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Dates

Travellers

Full-Day Car Tour with a Local Guide

10h
English

The car option offers comfortable seating and a cosy ride—perfect for rainy, cold or very hot days. It’s ideal for travellers who want to enjoy the views and authentic local experiences in total comfort. Please note: a $60 surcharge applies per car per day

Languages available

Starting time: 07:30

Price details

€58.92 x 2 Adults€117.84

Total

Until Tue, 27 Oct

Full-Day Self-Driving Motorbike Tour

10h
English

Motorcycle touring offers a truly unforgettable sense of freedom—perfect for active travellers who love scenic roads, fresh air, and authentic local experiences along the way. Please note that an international motorcycle licence is required

Languages available

Starting time: 07:30

Price details

€61.60 x 2 Adults€123.20

Total

Until Tue, 27 Oct

Full-Day With Local Motorbike Driver

10h
English

Travelling by motorbike with a local driver offers a unique sense of freedom and a touch of local life. The wind, mountain air, and natural scents make the journey unforgettable. Please note: a USD 25 surcharge applies per driver, per day

Languages available

Starting time: 07:30

Price details

€61.60 x 2 Adults€123.20

Total

Until Tue, 27 Oct

What's included, what's not

Friendly and enthusiastic local tour guide
Meals: (Breakfast, lunch)
Motorbike: Honda Wave Alpha 110cc (Semi-Automatic) and petrol
Bungee cords & plastic cover for your bags, basic rain gear
Free dorm bed if arriving on a night bus between 4 am and 8 am at the homestay
The ticket entrance follows the programme
Insurance: Maximum 10,000,000 VND/Case
One 1500ml bottle of water per person
Vegan/vegetarian food options available
Optional Local Motorbike Driver (Easy Rider): Extra Charge USD 25 per driver per day
Optional Private Car: Extra Charge USD 60 per car per day
Drinks
Tips for guides and drivers

Know before you book

- Not allowed: Alcohol and drugs
- Not suitable for: People with back problems
- In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
- This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

What you can expect

Short on Time? Discover the Best of Cao Bang in One Day
Discover Cao Bang in one unforgettable day: Ban Gioc Waterfall, Nguom Ngao Cave, Angel Eye Mountain and a traditional blacksmith village in the Non Nuoc Cao Bang UNESCO Global Geopark

7:30 Meet Your Guide & Local Breakfast
Meet your local guide and start your day with a delicious local breakfast featuring Cao Bang specialities such as Cao Bang rice rolls, roasted duck noodle soup or traditional sour pho

8:00 Scenic Drive & Ma Phuc Pass
Travel through the UNESCO Global Geopark amid dramatic limestone peaks and rural scenery. Stop at Ma Phuc Pass, one of Cao Bang’s iconic passes, to admire its winding road and striking karst landscape

9:00 Discover Angel Eye Mountain, named for the enormous natural hole through its limestone centre. Surrounded by open grasslands, towering cliffs and a peaceful valley where horses and buffalo may graze, this unusual landscape is one of Cao Bang’s most photogenic natural wonders. Breathe in the fresh mountain air and take photos

10:30 Quay Son River & Phong Nam Valley
Follow the emerald-green Quay Son River through Phong Nam Valley, where rice fields, traditional villages and limestone mountains create a postcard-worthy rural scene. Enjoy peaceful views of local life

11:00 Truc Lam Ban Gioc Zen Monastery
Visit this tranquil Buddhist monastery and climb to its panoramic viewpoint for sweeping views of the mountains, green fields and Ban Gioc Waterfall

11:30 Visit the Magnificent Ban Gioc Waterfall
Marvel at Ban Gioc Waterfall, one of Vietnam’s most spectacular natural wonders and the largest natural waterfall in Southeast Asia. Admire the cascading waters flowing over multiple limestone tiers, surrounded by lush greenery and dramatic mountains near the Vietnam–China border
Explore the viewing areas and capture unforgettable photos. For an even closer experience, you can also choose an optional bamboo-raft ride to approach the waterfall and feel the refreshing mist

12:30 Enjoy a freshly prepared Vietnamese lunch at a local restaurant

13:30 Explore Nguom Ngao (Tiger) Cave
Step into this remarkable underground world, shaped over millions of years. Follow illuminated pathways past impressive stalactites, stalagmites and intricate limestone formations, sculpted by nature into fascinating shapes. Allow around 40 minutes to explore the cave

15:30 Phuc Sen Blacksmith Village
Discover the blacksmithing heritage of the Nung An people in Phuc Sen. Watch skilled artisans forge knives and farming tools using techniques passed down through generations. Learn how this traditional craft supports local livelihoods and keeps the community’s cultural heritage alive

16:30 Return to Cao Bang City
Relax on the drive back after a memorable day of natural wonders, mountain scenery and authentic local encounters

BEFORE BOOKING: This tour offers three booking options. Please read the IMPORTANT INFORMATION section and choose the option that best matches your travel preferences.