Ha Giang Tours - Best Daily Travel Packages 2024/2025

Best time to visit Ha Giang

The best time to visit Ha Giang is around or after the Tet Holiday, which occurs from February to May. The scenery is spectacular at this time of year, with mountaintops hidden in the clouds and wild peach flowers blooming everywhere. Furthermore, the weather during the Tet holidays is very pleasant, with little rain and cool air, so visitors do not need to bring raincoats or umbrellas. During this time, there are also many unique and appealing festivals to celebrate the New Year, giving visitors the opportunity to learn more about Ha Giang’s ethnic culture and enjoy the festive atmosphere of various ethnic groups. Finally, because it is the dry season and most routes to Ha Giang follow the sides of mountains, the roads are much safer to travel on.

Best places to visit in Ha Giang

Dong Van Karst Global Geopark

Dong Van Karst, located in the province’s north, was designated as a UNESCO Global Geopark in 2013. With an elevation of 1600 meters above sea level, this is an ideal location for trekking and exploring natural topography in Vietnam’s far north.

Quan Ba Heaven Gate

The Quan Ba Heaven Gate is a must-see when visiting this province. It serves as the entrance to the Dong Van Karst Global Geopark. This is the ideal observation deck for stunning rice terraces and a zigzag road between clouds and mountains, located about 1500 meters above sea level.

 Hoang Su Phi

Hoang Su Phi, 100 kilometers from Ha Giang City, is famous for its spectacular terraced rice fields, which serve as inspiration for photographers. This is one of the best places to visit in Vietnam in October, having been designated as National Heritage by the Ministry of Culture, Sports, and Tourism in 2012.

 Lung Cu Flag Tower

Lung Cu Flag Tower, located 25 kilometers north of Dong Van, is an Instagram-worthy location with a magnificent view of our neighboring country, China, from the top. This tower was built in 2010 to mark Vietnam‘s northernmost point. To conquer this tower, climb 500 stairs to the top, where there is a Vietnamese flag.

Ma Pi Leng Pass

Ma Pi Leng is a section of the Happy Road that connects the city with the provinces of Dong Van and Meo Vac. Ma Pi Leng is H’Mong for “Horse Nose,” and it symbolizes the danger and harshness of the slope. When you arrive at this pass, you’ll be treated to a panoramic view of winding rivers, imposing mountains, blue sky, and rustic ethnic villages.

Best food to eat in Ha Giang

Au Tau porridge (Chao Au Tau)

Au Tau porridge is an unusual dish available in this province. This porridge is made from two types of rice grown in Ha Giang: sticky rice and glutinous rice. Locals cook this dish with Au Tau vegetables and pig bones. It is served with ground beef and various herbs. In the cold evenings, this dish will instantly warm you up.

Buckwheat cake (Banh tam giac mach)

Buckwheat flowers, the province’s iconic image, are more than just flowers. Buckwheat flour is a nutritious and beneficial ingredient. Buckwheat is used to make a variety of products by the locals, including cakes, wine, noodles, and porridge. Buckwheat grain is ground into flour and mixed with water. The mixture is formed into small cakes before being grilled over charcoal. You can purchase it as a gift for friends and family.

Sour pho

This Ha Giang version of the traditional Vietnamese Pho features a sweet and sour soup base made from sour vinegar, sugar, and spices. Fresh noodles and pork or duck meat are dipped in this broth and topped with fried garlic, raw papaya, and peanuts.

Steamed rice rolls (banh cuon)

Delicate rice flour rolls will melt in your mouth. Freshly steamed on a flat plate every morning, rolled up and served warm with a side of hot bone broth or soup, this is the best way to beat the early morning chill in Ha Giang.

Glutinous rice cake (Thang den)

Thang Den, a popular dessert in this province, is similar to Banh Troi in Hanoi. Thang Den consists of sphere balls made of flour and boiled in water that are typically served with ginger. This dish contains a variety of toppings, including sesame, peanut, and coconut milk. Thang den is a sweet treat popular in this province on cold nights.

And that’s about all the best of Ha Giang which we would like to recommend. If you are excited about having Ha Giang Tours in one or few days, don’t hesitate to contact us.