CAO BANG 2 DAYS

Note: Today is dedicated strictly to arriving, checking in, and getting familiar with the basecamp. Riding officially begins tomorrow morning.

Today's Highlights:

• Pickup: We’ll arrange your pickup from designated locations in the city you are coming from (Hanoi, Ha Long, Sapa, Ninh Binh, Cat Ba, Noi Bai Airport, or Ha Giang) straight to Cao Bang City.

• Basecamp Check-In: Arrive and get comfortable at Loop Hostel Cao Bang. Your first night in our cozy dorm room is fully covered by us. (private room upgrades available upon request, subject to availability).

• Explore Cao Bang city: Spend the evening checking out the local food scenes, walking paths, and city culture at your leisure.

Morning:

• The Launch: Check out, run through our comprehensive gear safety check, and complete the morning briefing.

Pro-Tip: Feel free to drop your large bags or valuables in our secure luggage room—only pack what you need for the road.

• Paper-Making Heritage: Ride into the Phuc Sen region to visit the traditional artisan village of Dia Tren/Ban Dia for a hands-on, authentic workshop experience.

• Quay Son River Dip: Cool off from the road with a refreshing swim stop in the crystal-clear waters of the stunning Quay Son River.

• Midday Fuel: Pull over for a delicious, authentic local lunch handpicked by your guide.

Afternoon:

• Nguom Ngao Cave: Explore the otherworldly chambers and dramatic stalactites of Nguom Ngao Cave, featuring an incredible 30-minute eco-trek through the mountain's interior.

• Ban Gioc Waterfall: Witness the largest transnational waterfall in Asia right as the afternoon light turns a warm, magical golden hue. Board a traditional bamboo raft to glide straight up to the misty, thundering foot of the multi-tiered falls.

• The Grand Crew Merge: Roll into the riverfront farmstay and check in at Nasan Green Farm. This is where you connect with the riders coming from Ha Giang and Bao Lac!

Evening:

• Waterfront Social: Unwind with a peaceful, high-vibe group dinner overlooking the quiet river, sharing an organic farm-to-table banquet under the stars with your newly expanded travel crew.

Our final day brings the entire combined group together to scale vast alpine meadows and explore a hidden valley wonder.

Morning:

• Fuel Up & Roll Out: Grab a hearty breakfast at the farm before firing up the engines and hitting the open road.

• Vinh Quy Grass Hills: Ride through the rolling landscapes and carve through the panoramic vistas of the epic Vinh Quy (Ba Quang) alpine grass hills

• Refuel: Stop for a hearty, authentic local meal on the ride back.

Afternoon:

• Angel Eye Mountain: Journey into a hidden, enclosed valley to witness a geological wonder— a massive, perfectly circular hole pierced clean through the center of a towering limestone peak.

• Pasture Exploration: Hike across the vibrant green meadows, navigate the seasonal wetlands, and climb to the top viewpoints to soak in this surreal, fairytale landscape.

•  Basecamp Return & Farewell: Cruise out of the valley and roll straight into Loop Hostel Cao Bang to return your riding gear and collect your bags. The expedition officially wraps up mid-afternoon.

Your End-of-Tour Options:

• Departing Today? You are welcome to chill in our common spaces, shower, grab a drink, and rest until your return transfer arrives.

• Staying with Us? If you've booked extra nights to explore at your own pace, check into your room and enjoy some well-deserved downtime!