North East Vietnam

The Northeast of Vietnam offers spectacular scenery. Giant limestone mountains surrounded by emerald green rice fields, pristine rivers, bustling ethnic markets and untouched minority villages. Drive along the French built Lang Son - Cao Bang road, Asian charm blended with old history. 

Lang Son
Dong Kinh Market: There are many items of cheap goods from China sold here

Tam Thanh and Nhi Thanh Caves :These two large caves just 2.5km from the centre of Lang Son. The remarkable feature at Tam Thanh Cave is the Hell-an indication of just how deep it is. The cave also has a natural viewing point presenting a sweeping view of the surrounding rice fields. The Ngoc Tuyen River flows through Nhi Thanh Cave, which has excellent stalactite stalagmites giving added charm.

Cao Bang
Pac Bo Cave-The former hideout of the late president Ho Chi Minh, where you can see how he lived and worked for four years to mastermind the 1954 independence from French forces. At the foot of the cave is ’Lenin Creek’, a good example of a ‘revolutionary’ name.

Ban Doc waterfall, one of the biggest in Vietnam and possibly the most impressive, have a swim in the cool emerald waters, see China on the other side of the riverbank, take a raft downstream and relax amongst the pleasant surroundings. 

Narang market
This is one of the best markets in the provinces. Most vendors and customers are local people including Tay, Nung, H’Mong.

Ba Be Lakes National Park
Ba Be itself is actually three smaller lakes joined together - Pe Lam, Pe Lu and Pe Leng. The climate is cool with an average temperature of 22°C. The best time to visit the area is during the dry season, which is during winter and spring.
Ba Be Lakes lie in the middle of a vast limestone mountain range of Ba Be District, in Bac Kan Province, 200km north-west of Ha Noi - dubbed a "precious jade of Viet Nam" and one of 500 lakes recognised as worthy of attention. Ba Be Lakes area has a lot to offer, including waterfalls, rivers, valleys, lakes, and caves all set amidst picturesque landscapes. Ba Be Lakes, located 145 meters above sea level, are among the largest natural lakes in Vietnam with a total surface area of 500 hectares. The area was established as a national preserved forest and tourist center in 1978.

Ba Be Lakes are surrounded by many ancient trees, from which several varieties of precious wood are obtained. Up to 30 animal species such as wild pigs, bears, panthers, monkeys, and birds inhabit the area.
The surface of the lake was tranquil - a beauty spot if ever there was one, in this land of so much beauty. Visitors will have an unforgettable stay in the mountains by the lakes, enjoying sightseeing boat trips, hikes, and water sports. From Ba Be, tourists can visit other neighboring scenic attractions such as Dau Dang Fall, Puong Cave, and Tien Pond.
Passing by Puong Cave (30m high, 300m long), cruise past the villages of Tau, Cam and Hua Tang, and navigate your way through the river's forks and brooks, you will reach Dau Dang Falls.
Catch your breath: it's worth it. They fall, they drip, they cascade. Take your pick of superlatives. Take your pick of times of day for paying a visit. The falls laps over 1,000m on three levels, each bursting with energy from the mountains that help fuel them. "Silver cataracts" one travel writer said. And he was't wrong.

Thai Nguyen Ethnic Minority Museum The 54 different ethnic minorities of Vietnam are represented here, it is the biggest such museum of its kind in the country.