Planning the Ha Giang Loop? Most headline sights - Dong Van Karst Plateau, Lung Cu Flag Tower, Ma Pi Leng Pass - sit inside Vietnam’s regulated land-border area. Foreign travelers should carry a border travel permit and present it at random police checkpoints along the route. This guide explains who needs the permit, where to get it, how much it costs, and what to expect at checkpoints.
Nam An village has become an increasingly popular destination for those who wish to experience community-based tourism and Dao ethnic traditions.
Visit Quan Ba Heaven’s Gate in Ha Giang, Vietnam. Enjoy panoramic views of mountains, the famous Quan Ba Twin Mountains, and stunning scenery on the Ha Giang Loop.
Discover Lung Cam cultural village in Sung La Valley, Ha Giang. Visit Pao’s House, explore Hmong culture, handicrafts, and enjoy stunning scenery along the Ha Giang Loop.
Discover the buckwheat flower season in Ha Giang from late October to early December. Explore Dong Van Plateau, Lung Cu, and Sung La Valley in full bloom on the Ha Giang Loop.
