Trip Features   Name of the trip: BABE LAKE, ADVENTURE TOUR - HOME STAY Trip Code: NH-34 Trip type: Private & Daily departure Trip Starts from: Ha Noi  Trip Ends in: Hanoi Extension: Upon Request Call to book this trip:+ 84-4 37326155 Email to book: sales@vistalandtravel.com DETAILS OF THE TRIP Day 1: Ha Noi - Ba Be (-/L/ D): Departure for Ba Be, passing through the mountainous region of Tonkin - Thai Nguyen. There are superb landscapes with the rice fields in terrace, the paddle wheels in bamboo on the two sides of the river. Have lunch on road. Upon arrival at Cho Ra, take a boat on Nang river that slips in a cultivated country before penetrating in a landscape of chalky cliffs whose flank are characterized by small wild gardens, where hang the lianas and its long roots in quest of earth. Then enter into the Puong Cave. The river flows, making up a wonderful site where you can enjoy the stalactites on foot of this pothole. Continue going by boat to Pac Ngoi - a village of Tay ethnic. The Tay lives on fishing, rice and corn cultivation. Their stilt houses with the thatched roofs disperse in the austere surrounding landscapes. Have dinner and overnight at the inhabitant/ hotel Day 2: Boating - Return Hanoi (B/L/-/) After breakfast, visit Ba Be National Park then take a car back to Hanoi . Have lunch at Cho Ra town, with an optional visit the ATK Zone (Militarize Zone) on the way back to Ha Noi. Arrive at Ha Noi around 17:30  REMARKS: Brief introduce about tourist sites : Bac Can As indicated: A/C= Air-conditioning, O/N= Overnight, B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner Rates are subjected to changed without prior notice. What to Bring: Passport, towels, toiletries, change of clothes (loose & lightweight), walking boots, sun block, sunglasses & hat with shade, insect repellent, flash lights, raincoat in wet season All's for your satisfaction ! Option 2 DH-HNT7: BA BE LAKE - BABE CANOEING (3 days/ 2 nights - daily departure) Day 1: Hanoi - Ba Be Lakes (240km) Pick-up at your hotel is at 7:00 am and head for Bac Kan, the province of Ba Be Lakes. During the 6 hours drive, we will make a stop at the Vietnam Museum of Ethnology in Thai Nguyen city. Take a coffee break here if you wish. We continue our drive, stopping for lunch at a local food stall in Bac Kan town. Our destination is a small village of the Tay minority people situated inside Ba Be National Park. Arrive at our home stay and refresh with a short afternoon walk around the park and even a swim in the nearby lake. Back home for dinner and talk with our very warm and friendly hosts. Learn about this interesting culture and way of life. Then retire to our beds for a delightful sleep in a traditional stilt home. (L,D) Day 2: Ba Be Lakes, boating and canoeing along the lakes Wake up with the chirping of birds and sounds of village life. Well rested, take in the moment of natural tranquility away from the stresses of the city. Breakfast then we start to discover the imposing beauty of the area on a local hand crafted canoe. Glide along the river, through a pretty cave and onto a powerful waterfall. The whole journey offers great natural scenery and photo opportunities. After lunch at a local food stall near the waterfall, we canoe till our hearts' content into Ba Be lakes and all its majestic. Enjoy great swimming and water fun. Finish the day with a light trek through ethnic minority villages back to our new home. Dinner, followed by a second nights sleep in the traditional stilt home. (B,L,D) Day 3: Ba Be Lakes - Hanoi Again, take advantage of the morning's fresh air and village energy. Have breakfast and enjoy a last leisurely walk in the park. A bicycle or scenic motorbike ride is a great alternative and also great fun. Pack up your things then say goodbye to your new friends. Leave the village for Hanoi by 10:00 am. If we're lucky, and it is Sunday, we will make a stop on the way to visit Kermis, a typical local market, in the highlands area. Have lunch on the way. We arrive in Hanoi by 5:30 pm back at your hotel. (B,L) All's for your satisfaction!

The trip includes   Accommodation (double/twin sharing)  Full transportation by as tour program indicated. English/French speaking tour guide  Full meals as indicated in the itinerary.   Boat trips specified the tour program All entrance, permission and visiting fees   The trip excludes Visa to Vietnam (click here for more information) Departure airport tax Meals which are not included in the program Personal travel & medical insurance International flights to and from Vietnam All personal & daily expenses All gratuities and tips to drivers and guides List of Accommodation