Trail Bus Đà Giang
7.8km / day
Elevation gain
200m
Distance
~7.8km
Peak elevation
270m
Difficulty
Around two and a half hours from Hanoi, Đà Giang offers a refreshing escape into nature. Explore Hoa Tiên Cave, look down over Hồ Mắt Ngọc and experience the clear water and rugged scenery of the Đà River region.
Choose the option that suits you
EXPLORE” TICKET
For beginners or anyone who prefers hiking with a group and a trail guide.
Return transport
Trail guide
JOIN THE CREW” TICKET
For travellers who prefer to arrange their own transport, meet the group at the trailhead and begin the journey with their fellow hikers.
GPX track- Trail guide
What you will experience
TRAIL GUIDE
Your guide stays with the group throughout the trip, helping you discover the trail’s best viewpoints while keeping the experience safe and well organised.
EXPLORE HOA TIÊN CAVE
Explore a largely untouched cave filled with limestone formations shaped over millions of years.
CHECK IN ABOVE HỒ MẮT NGỌC
From above, the still blue-green water of Hồ Mắt Ngọc appears like a large jade stone among the forested mountains.
Cost breakdown
Included:
- Round-trip bus transfer
- Boat transfer on the river
- Bottled water on the bus
- Shower and clean-up service
- Meals during the trip (1 lunch)
- Friendly, energetic guide accompanying the group from and back to Hanoi
- Experienced lead and sweep guides
Not included:
- Personal expenses outside the itinerary
- Personal meals and drinks
Included:
- Boat transfer on the river
- Shower and clean-up service
- Meals during the trip (1 lunch)
- Friendly, energetic guide for pick-up and drop-off at the meeting point
- Experienced lead and sweep guides
Not included:
- Round-trip bus transfer
- Personal expenses outside the itinerary
- Personal meals and drinks
Detailed itinerary
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Overnight stay: No
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Trail distance: 7.8km, approximately 4 hours of activity
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Meals: 1 lunch overlooking Hồ Mắt Ngọc
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Highlights: Explore the untouched Hoa Tiên Cave and check in above Hồ Mắt Ngọc.
- 5h30: The bus departs from No. 9, Alley 53 Trần Quốc Hoàn Street, Cầu Giấy Ward, Hanoi Location
- 7h00: The bus stops at a rest area along the way. Take this time to relax and buy your own breakfast before the day’s activities.
- 8h30: Arrive at Ngòi Hoa Port Location and take a boat to the hiking point. Travel across the clear, jade-coloured water of the Đà River, surrounded by mountain ranges.
- 9h00: Leave the boat, receive a safety and route briefing from the guide, warm up and begin the journey.
- 9h30 - 12h30: Hike 5km from Ngòi village to Hoa Tiên Cave, passing fields, forest and basin-like valleys. At the cave, continue for a 1km caving section to explore the natural ecosystem, then stop for lunch inside the cool interior of Hoa Tiên Cave.
- 12h30 - 14h30: Continue to a viewpoint overlooking Hồ Mắt Ngọc and Hòa Bình Reservoir.
- 14h30: Check in at Ao Mắt Ngọc, a green jewel among the mountains, then board the boat.
- 15h00: Take the boat back to Ngòi Hoa Port, then board the bus for Hanoi. The journey is expected to take 3 hours before the guide says goodbye to the group.
What to pack
+ Suitable hiking or trail-running shoes
+ Sunscreen and insect repellent
+ Stretchy, long-sleeved sportswear; hat and sunglasses
+ Emergency cash
+ At least 1.5 litres of water with electrolytes
+ Personal energy snacks: chocolate, energy bars, nuts or dried fruit
+ Swimwear for SUP activities
+ A change of clothes after swimming
+ Trekking poles (for beginners)
+ Hydration vest or lightweight backpack
Important notes:
+ Each guest receives one Conqueror Card after completing the trail. Guests who register after Wednesday for that week’s departure will not receive a Conqueror Card.
+ The bus departs on time; please arrive 10–15 minutes early.
+ Late arrival is treated as a cancellation and is non-refundable.
+ Please make sure you board the correct bus, as several tour groups may share the same meeting point.
+ Prepare physically by walking for 30 minutes a day during the two weeks before the hike.