Ha Giang Travel Guide

1. Conquer the Happiness Road and Ma Pi Leng Pass

Try the feeling of wandering on the legendary “Happiness Road”, the road is likened to a soft silk strip, from milestone 0 of Ha Giang City, crossing the towering cliffs, embracing the majestic Dong Van Stone Plateau. The highlight that cannot be missed is Ma Pi Leng Pass – one of the Four Great Passes of Vietnam. From here, you will be overwhelmed by the deep Tu San Gorge and the emerald green Nho Que stream winding at the bottom of the abyss. The feeling of conquering the immense green nature, freely amidst the vast space of the sky and earth, will undoubtedly be an unforgettable memory during your trip to Ha Giang.

2. Take a boat trip on the Nho Que River

Get lost in the magical world of Tu San Gorge through a boat trip on the Nho Que River. The clear, emerald-green river, winding between two steep cliffs as high as the eye can see, makes visitors feel its incredible beauty, both majestic and surprisingly gentle. The boat drifts gently on the cool water, listening to the sound of the wind whistling through the mountains and admiring the unique natural formations. This is a peaceful experience – boating on the hill, full of impressions, helping you fully connect with the wild beauty of Ha Giang.

3. Visit Lung Cu Flagpole

The journey to Lung Cu Flagpole is not only a physical challenge with 839 steps, but also a pilgrimage to the origin that almost every Vietnamese person wants to try at least once. Standing on top of the flagpole, looking out at the vast national flag fluttering in the wind, amidst the enormous space of mountains and hills, and the villages looming in the distance, you will deeply feel the national pride and sacredness of the headland. The majestic scenery from above will make all fatigue disappear. At the same time, it will also foster your love for your country.

4. Discover Dong Van Stone Plateau & Old Town

Every step in Ha Giang will help you touch the majestic beauty of the Dong Van Stone Plateau, a Global Geopark. The entire field is composed of cat-ear stone mountains that stretch along the mountainside, creating a landscape painting dotted with multi-shape rocks, as if arranged by nature in a mysterious order. Once here, don’t forget to take a walk in Dong Van Old Town, where time seems to stop. Ancient rammed earth houses, thick, sturdy clay walls, and quiet yin-yang tiled roofs. In the old town, you can enjoy local specialties and feel the simple, rustic life of the people in the highlands.

5. Admire the Hoang Su Phi Terraced Fields

If you come to Ha Giang in late September and early October, don’t miss the opportunity to admire the Hoang Su Phi terraced fields when the rice is ripe and stretches out. Thousands of golden rice terraces, winding softly along the mountainside like giant silk strips, are a work of art created by humans and nature. The rich, brilliant scenery under the golden sunlight will captivate anyone. Occasionally, columns of smoke rise from the fields just harvested, bringing a sense of peace and admiration for the beauty of the labor of the highland people.