Detailed information about boating on Nho Que river

Nho Que River is located in Ha Giang province and flows into Lung Cu commune, Dong Van district. What makes this river special is that it flows along Ma Pi Leng pass, through Tu San gorge. That is why the destination Nho Que River - Tu San gorge is a must-see for all visitors to Ha Giang - Ha Giang loop tours

Nho Que River originates from China and flows into Vietnam through Tu San gorge. From here, Nho Que River winds along the legendary Ma Pi Leng pass. Normally, you will need at least half a day to sit on a boat to admire the scenery and explore Nho Que River and Tu San gorge. It can be said that Nho Que River is an iconic destination of Ha Giang.

How to get to Nho Que River

By bus

Currently, Ha Giang does not have an airport or a train station, so the only way to travel is by road. From Hanoi, you can book a bus ticket to Ha Giang. Once you arrive at Ha Giang city center, you should take a taxi for a safer journey instead of renting a car if you are not familiar with the road conditions. There are many types of vehicles to Ha Giang, including traditional buses, sleeper buses and limousines, depending on your preferences and budget.

Here are some reputable bus companies serving the Hanoi - Ha Giang route that you can refer to.

- Limousine Express: Departs from My Dinh bus station at 20:30 and arrives in Ha Giang at 3:00 am. The ticket price for sleeper class is 350,000 VND.

- Quang Nghi Limousine: Departure times vary (7:40, 7:45, 16:00, 16:15, 16:45) and the basic fare is 300,000 VND.

- Bang Phan: Departure times range from 0:30 to 22:30, with average fares ranging from 250,000 to 550,000 VND.

By motorbike

If you are an adventurous person, you can choose to travel by motorbike to Ha Giang. However, this is a very long distance and not easy at all. Therefore, you need to be well prepared in terms of vehicle, health and driving experience. While driving, you can fully enjoy the beautiful landscapes and experience the simple lifestyle of the local people.

There are two suggested routes to fully explore the beauty of Ha Giang by motorbike:

- Route 1: Hanoi - Trung Ha Bridge - Co Tiet - Phong Chau Bridge - Doan Hung - Tuyen Quang - National Highway 02 - Ha Giang - National Highway 34 - National Highway 4C - Nho Que River.

- Route 2: Hanoi – Vinh Phuc – Son Duong – Tuyen Quang – Ha Giang – National Highway 4C – DT 182 – DT 176 – DT 182 – National Highway 4C – Nho Que River.

How to visit Nho Que River

Nho Que River with its peaceful and rustic scenery is often considered by locals as a symbol of Ha Giang. Stretching over 192km, the river meanders through limestone mountains, like a silk strip winding between the towering mountains of the Northeast sky.

When embarking on a journey to explore this tourist destination in Ha Giang, you will be enchanted by its unique and rare green color. It is where you can immerse yourself in nature, let your soul be "carried away" by the clouds, and find peace while admiring the breathtaking landscapes of Vietnam's mountains and forests.

Today, the most popular way to visit Nho Que - Tu San Gorge is by boat. With the development of Ha Giang, boats visiting this river have become much safer. In particular, all boats are equipped with life jackets. This creates a sense of security and attracts tourists to visit this destination.

Although you can visit Nho Que River at any time of the year, the best time to witness the beauty of this “paradise” is in October and November. This is when the paradise of Tam Giac Mach (buckwheat) flowers blooms, and you can stand on the high mountains, watching the green Nho Que River and the romantic colors of pink and purple.

The beauty of the Nho Que River

1. Tu San Gorge - The deepest abyss in Southeast Asia

Traveling to the Nho Que River, you cannot miss the Tu San Gorge and the journey to explore this river. Taking a boat is the only way for you to travel along the Nho Que River. Nowadays, the number of visitors to Nho Que is increasing, so there are 2 boat piers serving tourists: one in Ta Lang village, the other in Xin Cai commune. It takes about 2 hours on average for an exciting journey to explore Nho Que River.

When mentioning Nho Que River, you cannot forget Tu San Gorge. Recognized as the deepest abyss in Southeast Asia with a depth of more than 1000 meters, Tu San Gorge is the dream and desire to conquer of every traveler. Sitting on a boat on Nho Que River, you will surely be overwhelmed by the majestic scenery that Mother Nature has created for Ha Giang land. The blue river, the high canyons that seem to reach the top of the sky...

Deservedly known as the deepest abyss in Southeast Asia, the cliffs along both sides of Nho Que River pose a high level of danger. This does not allow visitors to climb and take photos among these cliffs. However, even if you cannot conquer these cliffs yourself, seeing them will still leave a deep impression on your mind. In general, Tu San Gorge will mark a beautiful memory in your Ha Giang discovery diary.

2. Admire Nho Que River from Ma Pi Leng pass

Ma Pi Leng - one of the "four great mountain passes" in the northern mountainous region of Vietnam and closely related to Nho Que River. This is not only a challenging route for drivers but also a gateway to the “fairyland” when visiting Nho Que River in Ha Giang. You can combine conquering Ma Pi Leng with exploring other beautiful attractions on your journey to explore Ha Giang and Nho Que River.

There are not many places in Vietnam that offer such a wonderful landscape as Ma Pi Leng Pass. When standing on the top of Ma Pi Leng on your journey to Nho Que River in Ha Giang, you will be able to admire the breathtaking view of the river winding through the towering mountains under the peaceful clouds. Therefore, do not miss the opportunity to witness the most charming, majestic and memorable moment of your trip in Ha Giang.

3. Kayaking on the Nho Que River

In addition to taking a boat to admire the beauty of the Nho Que River, you can also experience kayaking. This allows you to not only conquer the beautiful scenery but also capture unique views of the Tu San Gorge that can only be seen when kayaking.

October to November or February and March are the most ideal times of the year for you to conquer the Nho Que River. At this time, you can witness the bright red color of the cotton flowers and the yellow color of ripe rice. Admiring cotton flowers, buckwheat flowers or immersing yourself in the harvest season of the local people are things that await you in the rocky plateau of Ha Giang. To rent a kayak during the journey to the Nho Que River in Ha Giang, you should contact the boat rental service at least one day in advance. The average price is about 100,000 - 150,000 VND/person for about 30 minutes - 1 hour.

Sleeping

If you want to spend more time exploring the Nho Que River area, you should stay in Dong Van town because it is very convenient to move to Tu San Gorge. Here are some accommodation options in Dong Van:

- Dong Van Resort: This resort is one of the most popular places to stay for tourists visiting the Nho Que River area. Visitors can experience local culture and enjoy Dong Van ancient town (just a 10-minute walk away). Room rates range from 150,000 – 700,000 VND/night depending on room type.

- Dong Van Ancient House: This traditional house over 200 years old has now been converted into a homestay to give visitors a unique experience of the mysterious and ancient culture of the Ha Giang highlands. Dong Van Ancient House has an architectural style that clearly reflects the local lifestyle. The homestay offers rooms for 200,000 VND/night, allowing you to immerse yourself in the unique culture of the area.

- Dao Lodge: This is one of the most beautiful homestays in Dong Van area. You can experience the beauty of the Dao culture that is still preserved to this day. The materials used to build the homestay are environmentally friendly. Room rates range from 250,000 to 300,000 VND per night, making it a popular choice for tourists.

Some notes when traveling to Nho Que River

- In addition to aspects such as geographical location, route, means of transportation, accommodation, clothing is also an important factor for any tourist when traveling to Nho Que River. If you come here in the cool and fresh season, choose comfortable and dynamic clothing. T-shirts combined with jeans are always a fashionable choice regardless of the time. In addition, you can wear a skirt when sitting on the boat to add elegance to your photos.

- If you visit Nho Que in winter, it is important to prepare warm and waterproof clothes to protect yourself from the cold. Hoodies, long coats, and down jackets are suitable options to both protect your health and help you look more fashionable regardless of the weather. You can combine them with sneakers, hats, and scarves to add a stylish touch to your outfit.

- One of the rather "annoying" things when traveling to Ha Giang is that children will ask tourists for money. Instead of giving money, you should prepare a small amount of cookies or candy to share with them. And because there are many tourists, children here will not want to go to school but stay home to help their families sell goods and earn money more easily. That is the reason why teachers working here find it difficult to take students to go to school.

Source: How to arrange a boat trip on Nho Que river in Ha Giang

Sapa brilliantly welcomes summer with Fansipan Rose Festival

The charming misty town of Sa Pa welcomes summer with the opening event of the Fansipan Rose Festival 2025 on April 26. Not just a simple flower event, this festival is expected to breathe new life into Sa Pa tourism, turning it into a top destination, attracting tourists during the April 30 - May 1 holiday and throughout the summer of 2025. book train Hanoi to Sapa

As part of a series of annual events that tourists eagerly await every summer, the Fansipan Rose Festival 2025, with the theme "Brilliant among the clouds", will bloom at the Sun World Fansipan Legend tourist area from April 26 to May 5. During the three summer months, millions of gorgeous roses will bloom together, leading visitors to explore a series of colorful cultural and artistic activities, promising to enrich their experience at the "Roof of Indochina".

The heart of the festival is the vast rose valley, one of the largest rose gardens in Vietnam, spanning an area of 50,000 square meters. This place gathers hundreds of thousands of rare rose trees, carefully selected from all over the world, alongside ancient Sa Pa rose varieties bearing the local mark. Visitors will be amazed by the majestic beauty of Abraham Darby, the elegance of Society, the freshness of Catalina, the charm of Molineux, the charm of Juliet, the mysterious black of Black Baccarat, the passion of Rouge Royale or the romance of Spirit of Freedom...

This year, the Fansipan rose valley is also adorned with unique and creative miniatures. The giant rose proudly stretches out, the rose book depicts romantic love stories of the highlands, the poetic flower road with angel statues leading the way, the soft artistic rose arches, along with the princess dress and hot air balloon made from hundreds of fresh flowers...

Not only immersed in the beautiful scenery, the Rose Festival also opens up a diverse "paradise of experiences", suitable for all ages. The Sweet Market, inspired by the beauty and fragrance of roses, will be a place where visitors can freely shop and enjoy unique foods and drinks such as cool rose ice cream, sweet rose tea or delicate cakes. In the space filled with the scent and cool weather typical of Fansipan, visitors can leisurely sip a cup of tea, enjoy vibrant art performances, imbued with the cultural identity of the highlands.

Millions of roses compete to show off their colors throughout the 3 summer months, leading visitors to explore a series of vibrant cultural and artistic activities at Fansipan

In addition, the festival also brings unique and fun folk games such as "Carrying love to pick roses", "Northwest dance" ... held throughout the festival season, contributing to stirring up the atmosphere of the highlands and bringing refreshing laughter, along with the opportunity to receive attractive gifts.

Another special highlight of the festival is the colorful rose carnival parade, moving from Sun World Fansipan Legend tourist area to the center of Sa Pa town. Thousands of fresh roses are meticulously decorated on splendid electric cars and horse-drawn carriages, along with the participation of 300 ethnic artisans in traditional costumes, ready to bring the brilliant colors of Fansipan to spread throughout the streets of the foggy town.

The main space of the festival is located in the top rose valley in Vietnam, with a scale of up to 50,000m², gathering hundreds of thousands of precious rose bushes from all over the world

The journey to explore Sa Pa will not be complete if visitors miss the opportunity to experience the modern Fansipan cable car system, gliding through the white clouds, admiring the majestic beauty of Hoang Lien Son mountain range and the sparkling terraced fields in the pouring water season. When setting foot on the top of Fansipan, another world opens up before your eyes: ancient rhododendron trees in full bloom on the steep cliffs, 600 stone steps leading to the majestic Amitabha Buddha statue and the sacred spiritual complex.

Or visitors can choose the unique mountain train to touch the "Roof of Indochina", where heaven and earth meet. In particular, this time is also the season when rhododendron flowers bloom most brilliantly. Therefore, coming to Fansipan on this occasion, visitors feel like they are lost in an "endless flower garden" stretching from the foot of the mountain to the top of the sky.

Don't miss the sacred moment of the flag-raising ceremony on the 3,143-meter-high Fansipan peak, where the national flag flies proudly among the clouds. Also enjoy the special art show "Color of the Border Flag", vividly recreating the journey of building and defending the country of our ancestors in the highlands, along with the magical story of the Fansipan cable car system - the pride of Vietnam with two world records.

Fansipan Rose Festival 2025 is not only an opportunity for visitors to walk among thousands of fragrant flowers, but also a journey to explore the legendary Fansipan peak, combining unique cultural experiences and enjoying cuisine imbued with the identity of the Northwest. With countless attractive and unique activities, the festival promises to attract a large number of visitors during the April 30 - May 1 holiday and throughout the summer this year, affirming Sa Pa's position as one of the top destinations in northern Vietnam.

Source: https://sapatrainticket.com/travel-news/fansipan-rose-festival-2025-in-sapa/

Quang Ninh to host a series of attractive events during Labour holidays

The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism has agreed to the proposal to organize fireworks displays in Quang Ninh province. Cities such as Ha Long, Cam Pha and Mong Cai will set off fireworks displays to celebrate major holidays. Indochina Junk Bai Tu Long bay

On the occasion of the 70th anniversary of the liberation of the mining area (April 25, 1955 - April 25, 2025), on the evening of April 25, at 12/11 Square, Cam Pha City, Quang Ninh Province, an art program will take place to celebrate the 70th anniversary of the Liberation of the Mining Area with the theme "Indomitable Mining Area - Aspiration for Power".

This is a meaningful activity to honor the history of the steadfast revolutionary struggle, remember the contributions of generations of miners and people in the mining area. At the same time, promote the typical values, culture, and people of Quang Ninh with the tradition of "Discipline and Unity", thereby expressing deep gratitude to the ancestors who contributed to building and defending the country.

Besides the special art program in the celebration, the program will end with a fireworks display that is highly anticipated by the people and tourists.

At 8:00 p.m. on April 26, at the outdoor stage of the Special National Monument Square of President Ho Chi Minh Memorial Site on Co To Island, the 2025 Summer Tourism Opening Program will take place with the theme "Co To - Where the Waves Call the Sun".

The opening program of Co To Summer Tourism 2025 will be a special art performance and folk music festival. Through musical melodies, lyrics, and dances, it will depict a Co To with unique nature, heroic history, diverse marine culture, and economic tourism potential that is moving towards an increasingly prosperous and bright future.

At the same time, through the performances, people and tourists reviewed the heroic historical traditions of the nation, celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Liberation of the South and National Reunification (April 30, 1975 - April 30, 2025), introducing and promoting the historical and cultural values, resources, tourism products and cultural activities that will take place in 2025 in Co To island district.

Before that, from 2:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., people and tourists can participate in the launch program "Discovering the sunset on Co To Island" with activities: taking photos with the beautiful sunset, taking photos with mermaids, and experiencing cuisine in Co To.

Also on April 26 and 27, the Van Don Sea Tourism Festival 2025 with the theme "Love Song of the Sea" will be held for the first time at Ninh Hai beach, Minh Chau commune, Van Don district.

Ninh Hai village beach is one of the most beautiful beaches of Minh Chau island, standing out with its long stretch of smooth white sand and cool, clear blue sea water. The space here becomes more poetic when surrounded by primeval cajuput forests, creating a harmonious, peaceful and ideal natural landscape for sea tourism activities.

The event will bring visitors unique experiences amidst the majestic natural scenery of Bai Tu Long Bay.

Within the framework of the Van Don Sea Tourism Festival 2025, many exciting and attractive activities will take place such as: Experiential activities, sports, cuisine... creating highlights to attract tourists to visit, experience and relax.

Along with Cam Pha City, on the evening of April 30, Mong Cai City will also set off fireworks for 15 minutes in the art program "Mong Cai - Rising in the new era" at the Square of the City's Media and Culture Center.

The program includes art performances, fashion shows; drone light shows forming tourist attractions... Thereby, creating a joyful and exciting atmosphere during the holidays, attracting people and tourists to participate in cultural, sports and tourism events in Quang Ninh.

Immediately after that, on the evening of May 1, in the Ha Long Carnival 2025 program, taking place at the coastal area of Dai Duong Park, Bai Chay ward, Ha Long city, high-altitude fireworks will be fired at 9:30 p.m. for 15 minutes.

This year, Ha Long Carnival 2025 takes place with the gathering of thousands of professional actors, artists, international art troupes, and artisans. With the theme: "Ha Long Carnival 2025 - Connecting heritage, pioneering the shine", the program consists of 4 parts, including: Opening art program; Ha Long Carnival grand ball; DJ performance; high-altitude fireworks display.

The highlight of the program is the convergence of intangible heritages across the three regions, honoring national identity on the background of world natural wonders combined with modern technologies such as: 3D mapping, laser, light show. The Ha Long Carnival 2025 grandstand is also the largest designed grandstand ever with a total of 15,000 seats to serve the people and tourists (an increase of 5,000 seats compared to 2024).

The brilliant high-altitude fireworks display in Ha Long Carnival 2025 promises to create a spectacular night for locals and tourists.

Source: https://indochinajunkcruises.com/travel-news/many-exciting-activities-to-welcome-summer-holidays-in-quang-ninh.htm

Vietnam stimulating domestic tourism to welcome Labour holiday

There are only a few days until the April 30 - May 1 holiday. This year, Vietnam has many activities during this holiday. Close to the holiday week, many tourist destinations are fully booked. That shows the attractiveness of domestic tours during the country's important holidays. Vietnam Travel

"Fully booked" at domestic tourist destinations

In 2025, the 50th anniversary of the reunification of the country will be marked. The celebration will feature many special activities such as military parades, and attractive festivals to serve the people during the 5-day holiday. Therefore, during Vietnam's special anniversary, many people choose to travel to famous cultural and historical sites in Vietnam instead of traveling abroad. Some provinces and cities have recorded a sharp increase in the number of domestic tourists booking rooms.

In Ho Chi Minh City , on many online booking platforms, the number of vacant hotels is currently very low. Many accommodation areas in Ho Chi Minh City said that hotels were booked from April 29 (or April 28) until the end of the holiday. Along with the "fully booked rooms" in accommodation areas in Ho Chi Minh City, tours to visit historical and cultural relics were booked from mid-April.

Talking with the media, Ho Chi Minh City Department of Tourism said that the April 30 - May 1 tourism season this year has many positive signs. At the Ho Chi Minh City Tourism Festival held in early April, statistics from participating businesses showed that the purchasing power and interest of people and tourists in the tourism market during the April 30 - May 1 holiday and the summer tourism season is very large.

In addition to Ho Chi Minh City, Da Nang is also a popular destination during the April 30 - May 1 holiday. According to Mustgo, Da Nang leads Agoda's search list and also recorded a good number of room bookings during the April 30 holiday. The 5-star beachfront hotel segment of international chains recorded a room occupancy rate of about 50%. Domestic 4-5 star beachfront hotels reached an average of 70%. Some small-scale hotels with less than 150 rooms were fully booked. In the city center, the recorded occupancy rate was about 10% lower than beachfront establishments, showing that tourists still prioritize staying by the beach. The number of visitors to Da Nang during this holiday is mainly individual guests, including both domestic and international guests. This promises to be an impressive start of the summer tourist season for this coastal city.

Reduce airfares to stimulate tourism during peak seasons

The 5-day April 30 - May 1 holiday this year is an opportunity for people across the country to travel, return to their hometowns or relax. However, airfares during this period continue to be high, even though the holiday is only 2 weeks away, causing many obstacles for people who need to travel.

Flights from Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi to popular tourist destinations such as Da Nang, Phu Quoc, Nha Trang, Hue... still have high prices, especially during the good times from April 26 to 29. Round-trip ticket prices for the journey from Hanoi to Phu Quoc, Nha Trang or Da Nang range from 2 - 5 million VND / person, depending on the airline and time of booking.

In addition, the heat from the series of events celebrating the 50th anniversary of the National Reunification Day (April 30, 1975 - April 30, 2025) taking place in Ho Chi Minh City is creating excitement and attraction for this destination. Not only are the accommodation areas packed with tourists booking early, but the number of airline tickets sold is also increasing rapidly every day. Even though the airfare to Ho Chi Minh City during this holiday is quite high, tourists are still willing to pay.

According to a number of online air ticket booking platforms, flights from Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City during the April 30 holiday are increasing day by day, round-trip ticket prices of some low-cost airlines such as Vietjet and Bamboo Airways are around 6 - 8 million VND. Meanwhile, at the beginning of April, round-trip ticket prices for the Hanoi - Ho Chi Minh City flight during the holiday were around 3 - 6 million VND.

On this route, if flying at good times, the ticket price can be up to 3 - 7 million VND/route (about 6 to 15 million VND for a round-trip) being sold by Vietjet, Vietravel Airlines, Bamboo Airways - equal to the price during Lunar New Year.

In fact, domestic airfares are quite high compared to the international market. Many tourists with average incomes will hesitate and think twice before choosing tours to domestic tourist destinations. At the same time, travel companies must adjust tour prices to match the cost of airfares.

Therefore, to stimulate tourism during major celebrations in Vietnam such as April 30 - May 1 or September 2, there needs to be preferential policies and support for domestic airfares. With prices that are reasonable and suitable for people's income, it promises to stimulate both international and domestic tours in the near future.

Source: https://vietnamspirittravel.com/travel-news/vietnam-tourism-expected-to-boom-with-labour-holiday.asp

Cultural exchange to promote and boost Vietnamese tourism in Israel

On April 15, in Hanoi, Director of the Vietnam National Administration of Tourism Nguyen Trung Khanh had a meeting and worked with Mr. Yaron Mayer, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the State of Israel to Vietnam to discuss orientations to promote bilateral tourism cooperation in the new recovery and development period. Cheap tours in Vietnam

Promoting substantive and in-depth cooperation

Welcoming Ambassador Yaron Mayer to visit and work, Director Nguyen Trung Khanh said that Vietnam's tourism has had an impressive recovery after the Covid-19 pandemic.

By the end of 2024, Vietnam have welcomed nearly 18 million international visitors and served 110 million domestic visitors, reaching 98% recovery rate, the highest in the ASEAN region.

The Government of Vietnam always consider tourism development as one of the strategic priorities and have had many policies to remove bottlenecks, creating favorable conditions for international tourists to Vietnam as well as Vietnamese citizens to travel abroad.

In 2025, Vietnam aims to welcome 22-23 million international visitors and serve 120-130 million domestic visitors, aiming to expand potential markets, strengthen linkages and diversify high-quality tourism products.

Israel - a promising market, needs more effective connectivity

Expressing his impression of Vietnam's tourism recovery achievements, Ambassador Yaron Mayer said that the number of Israeli tourists to Vietnam after the pandemic tends to increase.

There are many positive feedbacks about Vietnamese culture, people and cuisine from Israeli tourists.

According to the Ambassador, tourism is an effective intersection in strengthening relations between countries, and Israel wishes to further enhance tourist exchange activities with Vietnam.

To realize that, Ambassador Yaron Mayer proposed a number of specific initiatives: Promoting direct flights between the two countries to shorten travel time and increase connectivity.

Consider visa exemption for tourists traveling in groups to facilitate tour businesses.

Organize famtrips (product and destination surveys) for travel businesses of the two countries to promote B2B cooperation.

Invite Vietnam to participate in the International Mediterranean Tourism Fair (IMTM), Israel's only official tourism event, scheduled to take place in May 2025.

Commitment to coordinate and realize tourism linkage initiatives

Thanking the Ambassador for his practical suggestions, Khanh affirmed that Vietnam is ready to cooperate more deeply with Israel to boost tourism promotion and exchange activities.

The Director acknowledged the invitation to attend IMTM and expressed his hope that this would be a good opportunity for Vietnam to promote its destination image to the Israeli market and the Mediterranean region.

Both sides agreed that the lack of direct flights and large-scale promotion programs are barriers that need to be removed soon.

Regarding this issue, the Director said he would inform the Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam to study the possibility of opening a direct flight route, and at the same time request that Israel have a policy to support and encourage airlines to open new routes.

The Director also assessed Israel as a potential market with high spending, a passion for discovery and interest in cultural experiences, nature, and unique cuisine, outstanding advantages of Vietnamese tourism.

At the same time, the demand for overseas travel of Vietnamese people is also increasing sharply, so Vietnam hopes that the Israeli Government will continue to loosen visa policies, creating more favorable conditions for Vietnamese citizens to travel to Israel.

Continue cooperation, towards a new stage of development

Vietnam and Israel signed a tourism cooperation agreement in 1996, which includes many cooperation contents such as organizing survey teams, participating in tourism fairs and exchanging expertise.

However, both sides agreed that the tourism potential between the two countries has yet to be fully exploited.

Khanh suggested that the two sides soon establish a technical focal point to exchange specific information and effectively implement initiatives and action programs.

The Vietnam National Administration of Tourism is committed to being a partner with the Embassy of Israel in all promotional activities, connecting businesses and promoting people-to-people exchanges between the two countries through tourism.

This meeting and exchange is a testament to the interest and determination of the two countries in making tourism an important pillar in bilateral relations, making practical contributions to cultural exchange, economic cooperation and connecting the people of Vietnam and Israel in the new era.

Source: https://budgetvietnamtours.com/news/vietnam-israel-to-strengthen-tourism-cooperation.asp

Admire the surprisingly beautiful Thung Khe pass

Exploring Thung Khe Pass is an interesting experience if you have the opportunity to set foot in Mai Chau. The pass that leaves a deep impression on most visitors here is the floating mist with majestic mountains looming. Northwest Vietnam Travel

Thung Khe Pass, also known as Da Trang (White Rock) Pass, is located between the road to Mai Chau and Moc Chau, on National Highway 6, Hoa Binh Province. If you have the opportunity to go to Mai Chau, you will surely not be able to forget this wonderfully beautiful place.

With an altitude of more than 1000m above sea level, standing on the top of the pass you can look far away to see a beautiful, peaceful and majestic Mai Chau right below.

The road to Thung Khe Pass is becoming more and more popular and known after being renovated and improved. Most tourist groups coming to Mai Chau stop to take pictures and admire the scenery at the top of the pass. Right at the foot of the pass is a beautiful landscape painting, making everyone feel moved when witnessing it. Besides the quite dangerous roads, when you reach the destination on the pass, you will no longer hesitate or regret the difficulties but enjoy the scenery.

The first gift you receive when coming to Thung Khe Pass is the feeling of peace, comfort and ease among the green vegetation. Away from the hustle and bustle of the city out there, those who come to Thung Khe Pass feel like their souls are healed. Let your soul drift with the wind, away from the hustle and bustle of life, the crowded city.

Enjoy the beauty of Thung Khe Pass through 4 seasons

Each season in Thung Khe has its own unique beauty, so choosing the most suitable season to visit Thung Khe pass depends on each person's preferences...

Spring:

You love the fresh air of budding buds, the slightly chilly air of winter. But this is the season when everything feels most refreshing.

Summer:

Summer in Thung Khe Pass will be a bit dry, the air is a bit hot but in return you will easily be able to see the scenery more clearly.

Autumn:

The season is suitable for you to hunt clouds because the weather is a bit cool, with a chilly wind. 

Winter:

Thung Khe Pass will become more attractive when entering winter with cold winds blowing and light drizzle.

Note: From around July to August, there will be a lot of storms and rain. You should avoid going during this time because landslides are likely to occur, which is very dangerous. No matter when you travel to the pass, you should monitor the weather and prepare the necessary equipment to ensure that your trip is safe. 

How to get to Thung Khe Pass?

If you travel from Hanoi, We recommend that you take Highway 6 to Hoa Binh city. Then you travel another 40km to reach Thung Khe market. When you arrive at the market, you can ask the locals about the location and directions to Thung Khe pass.

Thung Khe Pass is actually a stopover for those traveling to Mai Chau , because the distance to Mai Chau is very close. It only takes about 30km more to get there.

Below are some buses to Mai Chau that will stop at Thung Khe Pass

- Binh An Passenger Bus (Starting from My Dinh station in Hanoi)

- Hoang Thao Passenger Bus (Starting from My Dinh station in Hanoi)

- Tuan Dung Passenger Car (Will depart from Yen Nghia station at 2:00 p.m. daily)...

Some notes when visiting Thung Khe pass

Thung Khe pass is located quite high above sea level, so for the safest and most comfortable trip, please note the following:

- Prepare warm clothes, handkerchiefs, towels to keep your body warm.

- Prepare personal items, medicines and necessary supplies for travel.

- When you come to explore the mountainous areas of the Northwest, prepare yourself a pair of sturdy shoes so you can move easily without fear of foot pain.

- When check in at Thung Khe pass, you should pay attention to traffic, because this is a national highway so there are many means of transportation. 

There are many shops selling drinks here, so ask the price before buying to avoid getting ripped off.

Above is a summary of travel experiences to Thung Khe Pass, also known as Da Trang Pass. Hopefully you can collect for yourself the most useful information about the pass to make your upcoming trip more meaningful and complete.

Source: https://northwestvietnamtours.com/blog/discover-magnificent-thung-khe-pass-in-mai-chau.php

Explore the Royal Step-over Palace of Vu Lam

Hanh Cung Vu Lam or Vu Lam Royal Step is a very attractive river tourism destination in Ninh Binh, it is one of the important historical sites in Vietnam. In addition to its wild and ancient beauty, this place also records many heroic historical contexts. Ninh Binh tours

Vu Lam Royal Step was once a military base built during the Tran Dynasty , located in the southern mountains of the ancient capital Hoa Lu (now in Ninh Binh province).

History of the Royal Step

Vu Lam Royal Step is a place associated with many important historical events such as King Tran becoming a monk to help spread Buddhism in Vietnam , and is also the place where many resistance wars against the second Mongol invasion took place,... Currently, Vu Lam Royal Step is recognized by UNESCO as one of the world's cultural heritages.

What is special about Vu Lam Royal Step?

Unique architecture

Vu Lam Royal Step is a relic with a large and airy location with many important historical heritages such as Quan Gate, Palace, Dragon Gate and Tuan Cao. In addition, Vu Lam Palace is also home to 24 ancient pagodas built during the Tran Dynasty such as Hai Nham Pagoda, Thong Pagoda, Bich Dong Pagoda, Da Pagoda, So Pagoda...

Coming to Vu Lam Royal Step, visitors also have the opportunity to explore the houses with both ancient and unique architecture of the past. The houses here have existed since 1954 and still retain their original beauty until then. In addition, visitors can also admire and learn more about many historical artifacts from the feudal era in Vietnam and the achievements of the Vietnamese people in the war against the invading Yuan-Mongol army in the past.

Majestic natural scenery

In addition to possessing many unique and ancient architectures, Hanh Cung Vu Lam is also a place with a natural landscape that is both wild and majestic. You can sit on a boat and wander around the caves or observe the green and winding mountain ranges to feel the magnificent beauty of nature here.

The best time for you and your family to visit Hanh Cung Vu Lam is from about January to March of the lunar calendar. At this time, the air here is very cool and comfortable, the sky is also beautiful so that you can enjoy the scenery to the fullest.

Here are some tips that you can refer to before visiting Hanh Cung Vu Lam:

- To get to Royal Step, you should choose Trang An 2 or Trang An 3 boat route.

- You should visit Royal Step in the summer or at the beginning of the year to fully admire the beauty of this place.

- When you come to Royal Step, you need to prepare some necessary items such as sunscreen and some cold medicine in case you are not used to the weather here and get a cold.

Source: https://ninhbinhtraveltour.com/blog/vu-lam-royal-step-in-ninh-binh.asp