Ha Giang 4-Day 3-Night Self-Guided Travel Itinerary

Ha Giang has become one of the most beautiful destinations sought after by young travelers. However, not everyone knows how to plan a self-guided trip to Ha Giang for 4 days and 3 nights. The following article will share some experiences and information about this self-guided tour.

Detailed Itinerary for Ha Giang 4-Day 3-Night Self-Guided Travel

How to fully enjoy the beauty of Ha Giang in 4 days and 3 nights is probably a question that many young people are searching for. Understanding this mentality, we have researched and compiled the most beautiful places you must visit and check in while in Ha Giang below.

Day 1: Departing from Hanoi to Dong Van

From Hanoi to Ha Giang City is about 300 km. You can travel by sleeper bus, which takes about 6 hours. However, travelers can also choose to go by Limousine, taking about 5 hours.

On the route from Hanoi to Dong Van, you will pass through Quan Ba and Yen Minh. On this first day, you will stop at the 0 km milestone in Ha Giang City, visit Bac Sum Pass, Co Tien Twin Mountains, Heaven's Gate, travel to Yen Minh, go through Tham Ma Pass, visit House of Pao, and finally arrive at Dong Van Town.

If you take a sleeper bus, inform the bus company to drop you off at the location where you rented a vehicle or the hotel you booked. If you haven't booked a room in advance, you can sleep on the bus and wait until the next morning to continue your journey. In the case of taking a Limousine, don’t forget to book your room in advance and rest well to prepare for tomorrow’s departure.

Experience in Dong Van Old Town

After arriving in Dong Van Old Town, take a shower, relax at your homestay, and start your dinner. After dinner, you can explore and enjoy the street food around this old town.

Some must-try street foods when visiting Dong Van Old Town are grilled corn, roasted sweet potatoes, and especially "nuoc thang den," a drink with a unique flavor that combines the spiciness of ginger, the aroma of sesame, and the sweetness of the syrup, which will definitely leave you wanting more.

Ha Giang 4-Day 3-Night Self-Guided Travel Starting from Hanoi

Day 2: From Dong Van Town to Du Gia

On this journey, travelers will start from Dong Van and stop at several locations including Lung Cu Flagpole - Dong Van - Ma Pi Leng - Meo Vac - Mau Due, with the final destination being Du Gia. Certainly, when you arrive at such a beautiful place with stunning natural scenery, you cannot miss the chance to check in.

According to some people who have experienced self-guided travel in Ha Giang for 4 days and 3 nights, you can wake up at 6 AM, freshen up, enjoy the famous banh cuon (rice noodle rolls) from Mrs. Ha, take a stroll, drink coffee, and take pictures. After you’re ready, check out of the hotel at 8 AM and head to Lung Cu. You can return to Dong Van for lunch and then ride over Ma Pi Leng Pass, through Mau Due, Meo Vac, and finally arrive in Du Gia.

Du Gia is a well-known destination that many people seek. You can check in at Homestay Du Gia, freshen up, and prepare for a family meal with the Tay people. This is an opportunity for you to experience their culture and learn about the local life, so take some time to enjoy this wonderful space.

From Dong Van Town to Du Gia

Day 3: From Du Gia to Ha Giang

For this leg of the journey, you will travel from Du Gia to Duong Thuong - Lung Tam - Quan Ba, and finally to Ha Giang. The distance from Du Gia to Ha Giang is about 118 km if you take the Thuong road. However, the distance will be shorter if you take QL34, which is approximately 81 km. Nonetheless, those who have experienced Ha Giang’s 4-day 3-night tour suggest that this route is quite rough and dusty, so it’s better to avoid it.

Day 4: Returning from Ha Giang to Hanoi

Thus, the 4-day 3-night self-guided trip to Ha Giang will conclude on this fourth night. Around 8:30 PM, travelers can board the bus back to Hanoi. You can either make your own way to the bus station or get picked up by the rental company for a safe journey back to Hanoi.

Souvenirs to Buy When Traveling to Ha Giang

When traveling to Ha Giang for 4 days and 3 nights on your own, you will likely want to buy gifts for family and friends. Here are some suggestions for souvenirs to bring back to Hanoi:

• Shan Tuyet Tea: This is a special type of tea with a delicious aroma, characteristic of Ha Giang.

• Dried Buffalo Meat and Dried Pork: A specialty of Ha Giang that many people seek after.

• Mint Honey: Priced at about 400,000 VND per liter, it has a sweet and fragrant taste that differs from other types of honey.

The information shared about the 4-day 3-night self-guided journey has been thoroughly and carefully provided by Ha Giang Open Tour. We hope this will give travelers more useful information for their upcoming trip.