Explore Top 6 Affordable NorthEast Vietnam Itinerary Options

Northeast Vietnam is famed for its breathtaking landscapes, diverse ethnic cultures, and rich heritage. The region offers travelers opportunities to immerse themselves in nature and village life off the beaten path. This article presents an overview of the top 6 affordable tour package options for exploring Northeast Vietnam on a budget. 

The tour packages provide a glimpse into daily activities, cultural experiences, and top attractions in the region through well-crafted itineraries. Travelers can choose from a variety of budget Northeast Vietnam tour package that cover highlights across multiple provinces like Ha Giang, Cao Bang, Lang Son, and Bac Kan with prices ranging from $200-400 per person. All the tours offer comfortable transportation, basic accommodation, plentiful local meals, and entrance fees to major sites, offering great value for money.

Why you should visit Northeast Vietnam and choose Threeland Travel?

There are several reasons why you should consider visiting Northeast Vietnam and choosing Threeland Travel:

• Unique culture and lesser visited landscapes - Experience the dramatic karst scenery and diverse ethnic groups, unlike other parts of Vietnam.
• Great value tours from $200 - Affordable packages through Threeland give you maximum experiences on a budget.
• Authentic local interactions - Learn from expert guides in this off-the-beaten-path region and immerse in village life.
• Convenient planning - Worry-free itineraries arranged along with all transport, hotels, and activities.
• Positive regional impact - Your travels directly support ethnic communities through interactions and spending.
• Peace of mind while traveling - A trusted operator handles all logistics so you can fully enjoy the trip.

In summary, Northeast Vietnam offers a truly remarkable side of the country. Partnering with Threeland ensures you see it seamlessly and affordably through their well-crafted small group tours.

Tour 1 - 5D4N: HCM – Dong Van – Nho Que River– Cao Bang – Ban Gioc Fall – Ba Be Lake

This budget Northeast Vietnam tour starts in Ho Chi Minh City and travels north. After an overnight train or internal flight, visitors arrive in Ha Giang province.

 In Dong Van, walk along dramatic terraced rice fields stretching along the mountain slopes, dotted with wooden houses of the Hmong minority. 

Further north is Meo Vac known for its spectacular limestone mountain views. Yen Minh is renowned for its scenic scenery of tiered green paddy fields carved into the sloping terrain. 

The tour then heads to Cao Bang province, passing towering karst cliffs and crossing rural villages. Cao Bang town offers a taste of local mountain culture and cuisine. 

The tour wraps up at the stunning emerald waters of Ba Be Lake, surrounded by limestone outcrops and dense rainforest, where travelers can cruise among towering cliffs and explore tropical caves.

• Price range: 7,590,000-8,990,000 VND ($300-400 USD)
• Duration: 5D4N
• Itinerary: HCM to Hà Giang, Tuyên Quang, Đồng Văn, Cao Bằng, Thác Bản Giốc, Hồ Ba Bể
• Inclusions: transportation, accommodation, meals, entrance fees

Tour 2 -  5D4N: Ha Giang – Dong Van – Cao Bang – Ban Gioc Fall – Lang Son

This budget Northeast Vietnam tour begins in the province of Ha Giang. In Dong Van, wander through limestone mountains and valleys occupied by the H'Mong and Dao ethnic groups. 

Next, visit the town of Dong Van renowned as the capital of Ha Giang's scenic beauty. The tour then crosses into Cao Bang province, taking in dramatic vistas and lush rice fields. 

The tour spends time around Bac Quang district before heading to the thunderous Ban Gioc Waterfalls. The final stop is Lang Son province along the Chinese border, exploring the mountainous towns and scenic countryside, as well as ancient pagodas like Tam Thanh Temple.

• Price range: 7,590,000-8,990,000 VND ($300-400 USD)
• Duration: 5D4N
• Itinerary: Hà Giang, Đồng Văn, Cao Bằng, Thác Bản Giốc, Lạng Sơn
• Inclusions: transportation, accommodation, meals, entrance fees

Tour 3 - 5D4N: Hanoi – Ha Giang – Cao Bang – Bac Kan

This affordable Northeast Vietnam tour begins in the capital Hanoi. Guests travel north to stunning Ha Giang province, taking in panoramic rice terraces and interacting with friendly ethnic minority villagers in places like Dong Van and Meo Vac. 

The tour continues into Cao Bang, known for its rugged karst landscapes and lush valleys. Visitors experience daily life in rural areas around Bao Lac and Tra Linh. The last stop is Bac Kan province, the most remote in the Northeast region, to admire indigenous architecture and relax in unspoiled natural surroundings.

• Price range: 5,550,000 VND ($200 USD)
• Duration: 5D4N
• Itinerary: Hà Nội, Hà Giang, Cao Bằng, Bắc Kạn
• Inclusions: transportation, accommodation, meals, entrance fees

Tour 4 - 5N4D: HCM – Ha Giang – Cao Bang – Ban Gioc Fall – Bac Kan – Ba Be Lake

This 'Loop Tour of Northeast Vietnam' begins in bustling Ho Chi Minh City. Fly north to Ha Giang province and spend two days exploring iconic landscapes like the terraced rice fields of Dong Van and the limestone mountains around Meo Vac. Then enter Cao Bang province to experience ethnic minority villages and stilt houses along the Nange River. The tour continues to Bac Kan province situated deep in the forests and mountains of the Northeast. A highlight is a boat ride around the stunning karst formations of Ba Be Lake National Park. The tour concludes with visits to Ban Gioc waterfalls straddling the China border and the ethnic communities around Cho Ra district.

• Price range: 7,390,000 VND ($300)
• Duration: 5D4N
• Itinerary: Loop tour visiting key sites in Ha Giang, Cao Bang, Bac Kan, and Ba Be Lake National Park.
• Inclusions: Transportation, accommodation, 13 meals, domestic flights, and entrance fees.

Tour 5 - Northeast 5N4D: HCM – Ha Giang – Cao Bang – Ban Gioc Fall – Dong Lam Grassland – Tam Thanh Pagoda

This tour begins in Ho Chi Minh City. Fly north to the province of Ha Giang and spend two days exploring the iconic landscapes around Dong Van and Meo Vac. Enter Cao Bang province and experience Bac Quang's ethnic communities. Continue to Ban Gioc Waterfalls. The tour then heads to Lang Son province, taking in Dong Lam's grasslands and Chua Tam Thanh Pagoda, one of Vietnam's oldest temples.

This tour offers an immersive cultural experience in the mountainous border regions, taking in the natural wonders and diverse cultures across Ha Giang, Cao Bang, and Lang Son provinces.

• Price range: 7,990,000 VND ($330)
• Duration: 5D4N
• Itinerary: Experience scenic highlights and ethnic culture in multiple provinces.
• Inclusions: Transportation, accommodation, 13 meals, and entrance fees.

Tour 6 - Northeast 5N4D: HCM – Ha Giang – Cao Bang – Ba Be Lake – Ban Gioc Fall – King of the Meo's Palace

This tour starts in Ho Chi Minh City. Fly to Ha Giang province and spend two days exploring the iconic landscape of Dong Van and surrounding valleys. Enter Cao Bang and visit the ethnic minority villages on the Nang River. Stop at Ba Be National Park, taking boat trips between the towering limestone karsts surrounded by dense jungle. Next, marvel at the majestic Ban Gioc Waterfalls. The final stop is at Dinh Vua Meo (King of the Meo's Palace) in Cao Bang - a historical site reflecting the native culture and architecture.

This tour offers scenic highlights across Ha Giang, Cao Bang, and Ba Be Lake, providing insights into the local cultures and unspoiled landscapes of Northeast Vietnam.

• Price range: 7,990,000 VND ($330)
• Duration: 5D4N
• Itinerary: Visit limestone mountains, waterfalls, and hill tribe villages.
• Inclusions: Flights, transportation, accommodation, 13 meals, and entrance fees.

Conclusion

The diverse and affordable Northeast tour packages provided by Threeland Travel offer budget-friendly ways to explore the rich highlights of this lesser-known region of Vietnam. Travelers can immerse themselves in the stunning natural scenery of limestone mountains and verdant rice terraces, experience the vibrant cultures of ethnic minority communities, and visit iconic sites like Ban Gioc Waterfalls, Ba Be Lake, and the ethnic villages of Ha Giang. With prices starting from just $200 for a 5-day Northeast tour, these Vietnam budget tours provide great value for those wanting to discover the region's charms independently without breaking the bank. 

To book one of these memorable Northeast Vietnam tours featuring transportation, accommodation, and meals, contact a travel specialist at Threeland Travel today. They can help you design the perfect itinerary to experience the diverse attractions of Vietnam's Northeast through their range of appealing Northeast tour packages.