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How long is the drive from Bagan to Hanoi?
The direct drive from Bagan to Hanoi is 1,016 mi (1,635 km), and should have a drive time of 21 hrs 26 mins in normal traffic.
If you’re going on a road trip from Bagan to Hanoi, we did the research for you and compiled some great stops along the way — with Mandalay and Sapa, as well as top places to visit like Thanboddhay Pagoda and Maha Bodhi Ta Htaung Standing Buddha, or the ever-popular Phowintaung Cave Complex (ဖိုလ်ဝင်တောင်).
The top cities between Bagan and Hanoi are Mandalay and Sapa. Mandalay is the most popular city on the route. It's 3 hours from Bagan and 19 hours from Hanoi.
Mandalay, a city in northern Myanmar, was once the royal capital and is located on the Irrawaddy River. The restored Mandalay Palace from the Konbaung Dynasty stands at its center, surrounded by a moat. Mandalay Hill offers panoramic views of the city and can be reached via a covered stairway. At its base lies the Kuthodaw Pagoda, home to hundreds of Buddhist-scripture-inscribed marble slabs.
Most popular city on this route
12 minutes off the main route, 12% of way to Hanoi
Sa Pa is a settlement situated in the northwestern part of Vietnam, located amidst the Hoàng Liên Son mountain range. It serves as a well-known starting point for trekking activities and offers stunning views of the terraced rice paddies found in the Muong Hoa Valley. Additionally, it is a short distance away from Phang Xi Pang peak which towers 3,143 meters above sea level and can be reached through an arduous guided walk spanning numerous days.
56% as popular as Mandalay
30 minutes off the main route, 82% of way to Hanoi
Best stops along Bagan to Hanoi drive
The top stops along the way from Bagan to Hanoi (with short detours) are Mandalay Hill, Mường Hoa, and Shwenandaw Buddhist Temple. Other popular stops include National Kandawgyi Gardens, Fansipan, and Bac Ha Market Culture.
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Phowintaung Cave Complex (ဖိုလ်ဝင်တောင်)
Historical landmark
Nature & Parks
The Phowintaung Cave Complex, dating back to the 14th-18th centuries, is an extensive cave system adorned with intricate decorations and Buddha statues. This natural cave houses ancient Buddha images that were built by people of the past, totaling over 40,000 in number. The artistic creations from the 13th century are truly impressive. Additionally, the surrounding district is inhabited by monkeys. The site features numerous stone caves as well as Buddha sculptures made from large stones.
A lot of stone caves and Buddha statues made from those big stones. 900 years of history and wall mural and a few mountains in the area to walk around. A lot of monkeys to feed or just watch them fed.
Thet Aung — Google review
Pho Win Taung, ဖိုလ်ဝင်တောင်
Look at the four sides Pho Win Taung, which looks like
a boat capsized It is located in Salingyi Township and
Yinmarpin Township area It exists. Pho Win Taung is a
huge cultural heritage near the Chindwin River and
drilling out natural sandstone rocks. They built Buddhist
temples and statues of the Buddha they made
offerings.These temples and statues of the Buddha
are made of natural sandstone It is attached.
It is said to date back to the 4th century AD, but it is
solid evidence was drawn in several caves inside the
temple Yes, you can see the murals from the 15th
century Inwa-era period. In Myanmar, 15th-century
Inwa-era murals are all in one place It is the most
common place to find paintings and sculptures.
Many Stone carving remain.
Among them are the Inwa period murals and carvings
of the Queen Cave It is very famous.
There is compliance with the World Heritage Criteria
Pho Win Taung has Outstanding Universal values
Myanmar to apply for World Heritage nomination
soon There is also a goal.
Design MYO SWE THAN — Google review
It is really beautiful places because of it is natural cave and exist old buddha images long time ago ln addation ancient people built 40000 over buddha images along natural the cave, and then their arts really nice in 13 century . Also have monkeys where live in that destric.
nay ye aung — Google review
Many Historical Pagodas and buildings are here. The place is very pleasure for the traveller and monkey in this place are very lovely and no harm for people.Pagodas in this places are very ancient and there is many places to shoot photos
myat thu ycdc — Google review
Pho Win Taung is regarded as the biggest rock carve and cut cave culture site in Asia with over 900 caves here. We can only guess about when did they do this but can't mention the exact date and time yet. With interesting mural painting in most of the caves.It is really interesting. Friendly monkeys will be waiting for you there as well Weakpoint is you have to take off your shoes when you go inside the shrines and most of them have a bit dusty floor 😅
Aung Ko — Google review
Phowintaung is a Buddhist cave complex located approximately 25 kilometers west of Monywa and 10 kilometers southeast of Yinmabin, in Yinmabin Township, Monywa District, Sagaing Region, Northern Burma (Myanmar). It is located on the western bank of the Chindwin River. The name of the complex means Mountain of Isolated Solitary Meditation.
The complex contains 947 small and large richly decorated caves. It is carved into a sandstone outcrop and contains numerous carved Buddha statues and mural paintings of geometric patterns and Jataka stories. The statues and paintings have been dated to between the 14th and 18th centuries.
3XVIVR — Google review
Impressive cave temple complex with nearly 1000 caves/niches. Dated 14-18th century. Various sizes and shapes, some have beautiful carved entrances, some have well preserved colorful intricate paintings. One can easily spend a half day here. Be careful with the monkeys, they are cute, but can grab your stuff or bite. The entrance fee in Feb 2019 was 5000 kyats and covered Pho Win Taung and the nearby Shwe Ba hill.
Nevena Stancheva — Google review
8. Dec 2018. Very ancient place to go for. 180 km away from Mandaly make daytrip app. 10 houers or stsy one night in monywa and see two other nice places there.
rudolf cigler — Google review
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Thanboddhay Pagoda
Pagoda
Sights & Landmarks
Sacred & Religious Sites
A must to see while you are visiting one of the biggest standing Buddha in the world! Here you will find a place with nearly 550,000 mini Buddhas and it’s impressive architecture ! It really deserves a stop and pay 3,000 kyats to see the place inside !
Simone Takahashi — Google review
I really love to visit Thanboddhay Pagoda. I had not expect that Thanboddhay pagoda will be really nice be like that. When I was there, the first thing I notice that the monastery and pagoda painting are nearly same like India. I think Monwya is close to India that is why the painting design is same like India style. I hope you will love to explore Thanboddhay Pagoda without regret.
Theint Theint Aye — Google review
Thousands upon thousands of miniature Buddha statues cover the interior and exterior of this temple, truly amazing. Can easily be reached from Monywa on a motorbike or taxi and probably the biggest attraction in the region.The pagoda is originally built in 14th century, renovated in 1939 and new statues are still being added.
Nevena Stancheva — Google review
Buddha Pagoda
Famous Buddha religion Pagoda in Sagaing Division,Near Monywa Township,Myanmar.
Also well known place in Myanmar.
If you go this place that you can see the many colours and endless small buddha image.
I prefer you to go this place because you will feel the different.
🙏🙏🙏
Civil Engineering Junior Note - Myanmar — Google review
It is one of the most precious monuments of Myanmar. A lot of buddhist statues around the temples and the wall. Worth visiting.
mgohnthwin thwin — Google review
Religious region
A pagoda of more than ten thousand buddha images
Make good deeds.
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Maha Bodhi Ta Htaung Standing Buddha
Pagoda
Sights & Landmarks
Points of Interest & Landmarks
The Maha Bodhi Ta Htaung Standing Buddha is a colossal statue, one of the largest in the world. It is adorned with golden robes and features intricate interior paintings. This magnificent landmark can be easily accessed by local pickups from town or at the intersection. An elevator is available from the 2nd or 3rd floor, leading up to the 12th floor, where visitors can continue climbing to reach the donation box situated inside its head.
One of the best places to visit around Monywa.
The biggest Buddha Statue I've ever seen 🙀
BAWI THA LIAN THANG — Google review
BIG Buddha! Like... REAL BIG!
great visit and easily reachable by local pickups from town / swap in the intersection. There is an elevator from the 2nd or third floor all the way to the 12th, then you can climb up all the way to the donation box which sits in the head. Will you see any view after doing all that climbing? Not really, but you will be inside big buddy Buddha's head and no one can take it from you after that.
The temple grounds have amazing views as well of the surrounding area.
Boaz Harel — Google review
The World second highest Buddha Status and The world third highest Status. It is religious place. You can enter this status and learn about Buddhism affair.
Lat Aung App Pon Tone — Google review
Very nice. Biggest standing Buddha statue of the world. Great paintings inside. Has 31 levels representing the 31 plans of existence in Buddhism. Can climb all the way to the top if you are strong enough to do it.
Janaka Liyanage — Google review
World 2nd tallest standing Buddha. The place just fully refurnished . If you are fit, do climb up inside the Buddha .
david ng — Google review
The stunding Buddha is located in Monya, western north of Myanmar. It is about 140km far from Mandalay. It has 423 feet and famous for the tallest standing Buddha in Myanmar.
Than Soe Oo — Google review
You don t need to enter inside. We did my know we took the stairs and go up for 35 floors and no view on top desapointed. But from the outside it s an impressive Budha
Raghda Sourani — Google review
We wouldlike to invite you toour beautiful village.....
Aung Aung — Google review
This place is a place where you can show the value of Myanmar's religious piety.
Inn Wa, an ancient city located near Mandalay in central Myanmar, is renowned for its religious structures that date back to various periods when it served as the nation's capital. The Bagaya Kyaung, a 19th-century teak monastery, and the Maha Aungmye Bonzan monastery with its brick-and-stucco construction from the 1800s are among the prominent landmarks. The city also boasts a remarkable museum and a diverse collection of temples and buildings.
The Pagoda မင်းကွန်းပုထိုး was a massive Buddhist shrine initiated in the 1790s, but unfortunately never finished. Despite its incomplete state, it remains an impressive sight and a popular stop on boat trips. However, after being struck by an earthquake in 2016, climbing to the top of the ancient structure is no longer allowed.
Awesome sight to behold! Such an enormous and impressive temple structure, shame it was unfinished. Excellent temple ruins that’s well worth the hour boat ride from Mandalay. The scale is hard to understand until you stand right next to it! Top sight.
Keen Poon — Google review
Historical and Religious Place.
And also incomplete Pagoda.
One of the famous religious place and tour attraction area of Myanmar.
Local kids are smart in Photo taking. Their skill is amazing.
Lat Aung App Pon Tone — Google review
After earthquaked on 2016, no more allow to climb top of the ancient building. It's mean really upset and there is very annoying business people around its premise for sure they will make you double annoying.
If you were there you can see and feel the ancient architect and the some of nature.
Big Sammy — Google review
Nice place to visit and should be combined with a visit to other sites in Mingun. In the past, it was possible to climb on top but they have now stopped it (there's a gate about halfway through the stairs to the top) due to some incidents in the past. There isn't much in the interior to see.
Patrick Hanna — Google review
It is historic landmark of upper Myanmar with strong background history. Very attractive tourist destination where you must visit during your stay in Myanmar.
Moe Zaw — Google review
It needs 10 mins and it’s right on the road, somehow really crowded, but the external view is worth a stop! Mammoth structure, leaves in awe and if you climb the top, the view of the sandy river beaches is beautiful! No tickets required here, just take off your shoes and climb up.
Shubham Singhal — Google review
This massive structure is really worth a visit. Actually there are quite lots of things to see in Min Kun Area. We spent the morning visiting Sat Taw Yar Pagoda, Min Kun Pahtodawgyi, Mya Thein Tan Pagoda and Min Kun Bell. Min Kun Pahtodawgyi itself is an amazing architecture with a mysterious story behind. It was the 18th century when it was built, there was a prophecy that if the construction had completed the whole country would have collapsed. That is why the structure was intentionally left unfinished. There is a staircase on the right side of the site that visitors can claim up. Although, the gate on the top is locked, some breathtaking views are there to enjoy!
Linh Dao — Google review
The Pahtodawgyi Pagoda is an incomplete monument stupa in Mingun, just north of Mandalay in central Myanmar (Burma). The ruins are the remains of a massive construction project begun in 1790 by King Bodawpaya, using thousands of prisoners of war and slaves. By the time the construction project was abandoned, the pagoda had attained a height of 50 meters, one third of the intended height, then an earthquake in 1839 caused huge cracks to appear on the face of the structure, which can still be seen. [Wikipedia]
Guy Burgess — Google review
Famous incomplete pagoda in mingun. It is impressive because of its sheer size. If completed, It would have been the largest pagoda in Myanmar at 500ft high. However it currently holds the record for being the largest pile of bricks in the world and is famous for the large cracks it developed in the March 1839 earthquake.
Pushan Singhamahapatra — Google review
An impressive sight and site, Pahtodawgyi distinguishes itself from the rest of Myanmar pagodas by the sheer size of its never finished building. Hailed by some as the largest pile of bricks in the world, this 18th century structure was damaged during an earthquake that took place a few years after the project was abandoned. Go around the building and check out the huge cracks that were caused by the earthquake. They are a testament to its solid construction. Other buildings would have most likely collapsed. Definitely worth the trip from Mandalay. Don't miss crossing the street to check out two giant lion brick sculptures.
Georges Younes — Google review
So wonderful! This place is like nothing we've ever seen before, not really much to see inside, but the the deep cracks caused by earthquakes make it so unique and beautiful. Do find the time to walk all around it. We were alone for the most part, especially round the back.
Desiree Chetcuti — Google review
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Bagaya Monastery is a significant historical landmark situated in Mandalay, Myanmar. It is an ancient Buddhist monastery constructed entirely from teak wood with intricate carvings and reliefs featuring repeating peacock and lotus-flower motifs on stained timbers. The prayer hall of the monastery is supported by 267 teak posts, with the largest measuring 60ft high and 9ft in circumference, creating a cool and dark atmosphere.
So beautiful
So sad that it's just deserted like that.
The guard couldn't even find the damn key to let me go inside to see it.
But I think the Buddha statues had been removed anyway.
The outside carvings are gorgeous.
So meticulous
刘Emma — Google review
Bagaya Monastery is a quiet and serene place that is best seen in the afternoon when you can almost have the place for yourself. The teak building with its deep red colors also has elements made of stone. The heaviness of the stone contrasts with the beauty of the wood and the delicate nature of the temple's wood carvings. Some parts of the building are gilded. Others have lost their gold color. The combination of various elements and colors give the building an aura of faded glory. Make sure to go around the building for perspectives of the ensemble that you would miss otherwise.
Georges Younes — Google review
El monasterio Bagaya es un monasterio budista realizado íntegramente con madera de teca cuya construcción originaria data del año 1593, emplazado muy cerca del antiguo palacio de Ava por el rey MIndon, que murió allí.Fue totalmente destruido por el fuego en el año 1821 y posteriormente reconstruido en el año 1992. está construido sobre una base de 267 postes de madera de teca cuyos enormes postes llegan a alcanzar los 20 metros de altura y 1 metros de diámetro
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The Bagaya Monastery is a Buddhist monastery made entirely of teak wood whose original construction dates back to 1593, located very close to the old palace of Ava by King MIndon, who died there. It was completely destroyed by fire in 1821 and later Rebuilt in 1992. It is built on a base of 267 teak wood posts whose enormous posts reach 20 meters in height and 1 meter in diameter.
Javier calabuig — Google review
The Bagaya Monastery, located in Inwa, Mandalay Region, Burma. This magnificent monastery is also known as Maha Waiyan Bontha Bagaya Monastery.
The Bagaya Monastery (Bagaya Kyaung) was built in 1834 during the reign of King Bagyidaw. But it’s actually the second attempt–the original, which dated back to 1593, burned down in 1821.
Amarapura, just south of Mandalay City, was the royal capital of Burma during periods in the 18th and 19th centuries. It’s now no more than a township and has long been subsumed as part of Mandalay City. But it’s still quite rural, with what were once opulent stone pagodas and palaces destroyed by earthquakes and now overgrown.
The pagoda is made entirely of teak, a timber long prized in shipbuilding and boatbuilding. It’s held up by 267 massive posts of teak, the largest of which is 60 feet high and 9 feet in circumference. The floors and walls are also made of teak. Making this today would be prohibitively expensive even if you could still find solid teak trunks like this anymore.
Happyness Nokwatu Raselabe (Karabo) — Google review
Not to be mistaken with Bagaya monastery in Inwa, this is Bagaya Kyaung in Amarapura. It was closed when we visited, as in - there was a barb wire fence around it and it looked like it had been there for some time. Shame, as it looks like an interesting wooden building. There is a small golden pagoda just next to it.
Nevena Stancheva — Google review
This place is in amarapura,which is far from the mandalay city,I hired a motor cycle taxi to get to this place since tuk tuk drivers demanded too much for the fare, the entry fee to this place is included in the entry zonal ticket if purchased at the mandalay palace.The place needs to be painted and kept well
devanand subbaraj — Google review
Bagaya Monastery is historical religious places of Mandalay (Amarapura old town).
Zaw Myint Oo — Google review
It's in Pura township on the way of sagaing-mandalay road.
Than Htun — Google review
A great historical landmark not far from Mandalay.
Mandalay Palace, the final royal residence constructed by the Burmese monarchy over a century ago, boasts an array of historic structures such as a clock tower, throne room, mausoleums and more. Positioned to the northeast corner of Mandalay Royal Palace is Mandalay Hill, which stands at an elevation of 236.5m above sea level and is flanked by nine satellite hills including Shwe Taung (The Golden Hill) and Ngwe Taung (The Silver Hill).
Mandalay Hill is a significant Buddhist pilgrimage site featuring numerous pagodas, monasteries, and stunning panoramic views. While many travelers may only pass through Mandalay to visit the Mahamuni Paya temple with its ancient 13-foot tall Buddha, taking the time to explore beyond the modern areas reveals a diverse collection of mosques, temples, churches, and pagodas along with countless monasteries lining the riverside.
Magnificent panoramic outlook over the surrounding lowlands, especially around the golden hour and under a slightly hazy sky.
Paul De Cauter — Google review
Prachtig maar wel een hele klim (op je blote voeten) in de hitte.
Geweldige ervaring en een prachtig uitzicht over het prachtige Mandalay met al zijn tempels.
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Beautiful but quite a climb (barefoot) in the heat.
Great experience and a beautiful view over the beautiful Mandalay with all its temples.
RJ Torris — Google review
Mandalay Hill is an awe-inspiring site that offers a profound spiritual and panoramic experience. The ascent up the 1,729 steps is rewarded with breathtaking views of Mandalay, the Ayeyarwady River, and the surrounding landscapes. Sunset at Mandalay Hill is particularly enchanting, with the sun casting a warm glow on the golden stupas. It's a place of tranquility, reflection, and stunning vistas, making it a must-visit attraction for travelers exploring Mandalay and seeking a deeper connection with Myanmar's heritage.
Wai Lin Phyo — Google review
Definitely the best place to visit in Mandalay, there are also other attractions like the Place and other pagodas, but considering the spot and the view it's definitely the one that you should visit if in Mandalay. Remember to bring disinfectant tissues to clean your feet after the visit!
Riccardo Tosetto Photography — Google review
I didn't see ever like this beauty hill in my life which is situated in Mandalay in mayanmer it's called Mandalay Hilli Area, most of the visitors are coming here to see natural beauty of mayanmer. it's a central position of mayanmer close to capital city. i like this city because it's natural beauty is no artificial.
Mr. Murshed — Google review
A very beautiful hill that is well worth the visit at night or during sunset. You get a very beautiful view of the city itself. Sunset was also incredibly beautiful.
Wilfred Loy Yong Kang — Google review
From memory, as we were told at the entrance, it is about 1700 steps to the top but this made the climb all the more worthwhile! The view is spectacular right across Mandalay. The cost of entry was tiny although they could have been a little more transparent about it. There are benches at intervals for those that need a rest on the way up and drinks vendors selling water and other drinks. There are other interesting temples to see in the vicinity of Mandalay Hill after you've walked back down. If you want to learn about the country you're visiting, you have to make the effort! We recommend it.
Ewan Kennedy — Google review
LOVED the whole experience - need to be there before sunrise. And climbing the steps up is a major workout 😲.
jill mcleod — Google review
Famous among locals and foreigners. Have to travel in the back of lorry. There are so many bends in this road. You can see whole Mandalay from this location. There is a temple built in the top of the Mandalay Hill. 👍💪👍
Rohan Lekamge — Google review
Spend 40 minutes climbing up stairs and you will be rewarded. The top of the hill boasts an incredible view and is also home to the Su Taung Pyae Pagoda. There are also plenty of temples on your way up the hill, in addition to beautiful adornments and decorations that will catch your eye. Leave around 2 hours for this activity and bring water!
Haley Read — Google review
We were lucky enough to arrive in the city and to be transported right away in this amazing temple. The sunset light was the best thing and all the colours of the walls and decorations irradiated brightness and sparkles. The monks were super nice, they came talking to us (to practice their English as we later discovered), they were curious and kind. Amazing experience :-)
Massimo Perego Meroni — Google review
Very nice place to climb. It takes from 40 minutes to 1 hour approximately depends on you. There are many pagodas on the way and local markets where you can stop. The hike should be done barefoot so be prepared to end with your feet very dirty. The views from the top are very amazing and the atmosphere very good. If you are very tired to return by walk, you can take a local transportation that takes you to the bottom of the hill, the price is 1000 kyats per person.
Kuthodaw Pagoda, an important Buddhist temple and pilgrimage site in Mandalay, is home to the revered Mahamuni Buddha image. Constructed by King Mingdon in the late 19th century, this complex boasts 729 shrines containing marble slabs inscribed with the complete text of the Tripitaka, making it the world's largest book.
There are many inscriptions around the pagoda area that was inscribed of Buddha sermons and doctrines called Three Tipitakha as Pali .
Moreover you can see extremely old star-flower trees in there .
It is one of the peaceful place of Mandalay city . May I cordially invite you to pay a visit for world's largest books. That place is so close with North-east part of ancient palace wall.
aung soe moe — Google review
Definitely this is a must-visit place in Mandalay. This is the largest book in the world ❤️🙏
Prayuth Wongsuwan PPP — Google review
One of the photogenic place in Mandalay
San Kyilinn — Google review
This is the best place. The world largest book, the three scriptures of Buddha were inscribed on 729 marble slab. This one is Kuthodaw Pagoda at the foot of Mandalay Hill.
Han Linn Thaw — Google review
Good for making merit and photo. More than 700 marble slabs in little white stupas surrounding attracts lots of tourist.
Kongkiat S — Google review
One of my favorite Pagodas around Mandalay. I’m drawn by the history behind the Tripiṭaka tablets which are also known to be the one of the world’s largest books containing729 kyauksa gu or stone-inscription caves. This place is picturesque, so make sure you to snap a few photos after appreciating the Burmese culture and learning about their history.
Happyness Karabo Raselabe — Google review
The pagoda is under maintenance (repaint), but it's beautiful, free entrance ticket!
Ho Ngoc Tin — Google review
Buddhist Scriptures stones present hight respect of the king to Buddhism.
Rawadee Kumlert — Google review
Amazing historical landmark 👍
Its name translated literally means Royal Merit. It contains 729 tone-inscription caves, each containing a marble slab inscribed on both sides with a page of text from the entire book in Buddhist text.
You will find a magnificent tree with the compounds. Truly amazing!
Just remember that it's a space of prayer so you are required to dress modestly and remove your shoes.
Ladies, no shorts or mini skirts! ⚠️
Fickle Travellers SG — Google review
Kuthodaw Pagoda is an awe-inspiring site in Mandalay, Myanmar. The "World's Largest Book" stands tall with its 729 marble slabs inscribed with Buddhist scriptures. Walking through this serene complex, one is immersed in history and spirituality. The intricate architecture and the peaceful atmosphere make it a must-visit destination for anyone exploring Mandalay.
Wai Lin Phyo — Google review
Beautiful pagoda with an interesting history. The Buddhist scriptures in each of its many stupas were once etched with gold and gemstones, but the British looted this all when they came through. It is still a beautiful place. Some rows of stupas are better maintained than others. The marble floor tiles help keep one's feet cool while the sun blazes, as do some leafy trees.
Women who enter can borrow a longyi for free at the entrance. There is no entrance fee for tourists.
Joseph — Google review
Kuthotaw Pagoda is an amazing place. King Mindon had built the pagoda as part of the traditional foundations of the new royal city, Mandalay in 1857. He convened and lead the Fifth Buddhist Synod in 1871. The king wanted to leave a great work of merit by having the Tipitaka set in stone for posterity. The construction began in 1860 and the inscriptions were opened to the public on 4th May 1868. They were arranged in neat rows within three enclosures, 42 in the first, 168 in the middle and 519 in the third. One more stands at the southeast corner of the first enclosure making it 730, and this stone records how it all came into being. Thirty four brick rest houses (Zayats) stood all around except on the east side of the pagoda.
Ko Nyunt — Google review
Very neat set of small white buildings, each with a stone "page" of the largest book in the world inside. You have to walk from building to building to read it. The buildings themselves are very cool to look at even if you can't read Myanmar because there are so many of them.
Shwenandaw Monastery, also known as the Golden Palace Monastery, is a 19th-century Buddhist temple located in Mandalay that was once part of the royal palace at Amarapura. The monastery features intricate teak carvings throughout its roof and walls depicting stories from Buddhist mythology. Originally built as a royal apartment by King Mindon, it was moved to its current location by his son King Thibaw after his father's death.
The most masterpiece of Myanmar art during the reign of the Burmese monarchy🇲🇲.If you are visiting Myanmar, you should go there.
David Kaung — Google review
A temple made entirely of wood. It's worth visiting for 30 minutes, especially when paired along with nearby Kuthodaw. Tickets are 10,000 mmk, but can be used at other cultural zones also.
Nick Thompson — Google review
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Located near a temple, Dat Taw Gyaint Waterfall offers a mysterious and serene atmosphere. This captivating destination features five beautiful waterfalls that one can admire while descending the nearby slope. For first-time visitors, it is advisable to seek the guidance of a local expert. However, foreigners should be prepared to pay around 10,000ks per person for this service. Alternatively, one can opt for a motorcycle taxi from the lower area; although negotiating the fare is essential to avoid excessive charges.
The most amazing waterfall I've seen hands down! We didn't go directly to the big waterfall but instead went off the beaten path and followed the river and enjoyed the 4 stages that lead up to the main waterfall! It's a tricky hiking trail and might not be entirely safe when it has rained recently so do this route at your own risk otherwise it's well worth it. Find our amazing guide (Hton Mon) he was super extra!
Conrad Gaira — Google review
A very nice place to relax by water, to hike and to feel the nature. But not suitable for those who are easy to get tired and exhausted.
Sai Zin Min Htet — Google review
You can go down the long slope from the slope next to the temple.
It is a very mysterious place where you can see 5 waterfalls.
If you are coming here for the first time, I recommend asking for a guide, but if you are a foreigner, you will be asked for about 10,000ks per person.
You can also take a motorcycle taxi from the bottom area. If you do not negotiate the usage fee, you will be required to pay a fairly high price.
However, if you walk normally, there is a slope and it takes about one to one and a half hours.
N HIRO — Google review
Incredibly beautiful waterfall on the way to Pyin Oo Lwin. The waterfall has four distinct steps each beautiful in its own way. They can be visited by trekking through a steep trail along the side of the mountain and takes 2 to 3 hours to complete. Definitely worth a visit. There is also a beautiful monastery inside a cave slightly off the trail.
Pushan Singhamahapatra — Google review
These are four waterfalls in one. Local women will try to walk with you and show you a difficult hiking way. It’s the only way to experience all waterfalls. You will have to pay them a small fee. If not you can try it on your own. Or just go down to the biggest waterfall.
Michael Komlossy — Google review
Very nice waterfalls at different levels and stages. Very steep walk downhill, but very pleasant views along the way.
Ayman Elsheikh — Google review
Beware!!! Thieves, scammers and followers. The waterfall is gorgeous and I would have gave it five stars but I didn’t ask for a guide nor for anyone to follow. Then when asked how much they wanted 20,000 money. Crazy. The average salary makes around 8,000 a whole day. The guy I went with paid 10,000 which was way to high for a three hour walk which is marked out on maps.me. So I had to give 10,000 to not feel bad but surely I don’t think they earned that. Maybe 3,000. They will just follow you and except a tip which I feel is pretty scamming.
Update
Another person came into Mandalay and told me she got robbed. They took her bag and luckily well they claim they found it the next day after they already searched that day for hours. They stole 50,000 from her. So definitely be aware of all this and let others know.
Epic! Forest Destine WORLD TRAVEL Enthusiast — Google review
We almost didn´t get to do this as my girlfriend read lots of reviews and decided it would be too hard!! After some gentle persuasion.... she decided she would regret not making the effort to see it, as we were in town. We arrived on our moped and parked near the temple in the designated area. There is a family who look after the bikes for a small fee of 200 kyats. There are 4 waterfalls in total but the main path leads to the bottom one which is the most easily accessible. We started our walk down the path and 4 local women started to walk behind us.. they said nothing to us so after a couple of hundred meters, we asked them if they were walking with us to the bottom! They said they were our guides to get to all 4 waterfalls and would take us through the forest to see all 4 waterfalls... we politely declined their services as we wanted to go at our own pace directly to the main waterfall. They accepted with a smile and returned to the top with no fuss.
The track is a mix of concrete and some loose gravel. All very manageable, even the steep bits! We passed a few track side locals selling food and drinks but it is advisable to bring water with you (in case they are not there), not only for the walk down but for the walk back up. We got to the bottom waterfall and it was stunning! Well worth the effort! More locals in flip flops, than tourists!!
The walk back up is a 365 meter elevation gain, but if you take your time, stopping to take in the views and catch your breath it is very doable. This was one of the highlights of visiting this area and people should not be put off by reviews on other sites. From top to bottom including movement at the base of the waterfall, then back up to the top again, our moving time was 1 hour 24 minutes over a total visit time of 2 hours. My girlfriend was so happy to have made the effort and would recommend a visit to this waterfall if you are in Pyin Oo Lwin.
Mike ORiordan — Google review
Worth the climb down. The falls ia really big. There are not much people whe we went there. You can bring swimming clothes as the water is cool and clean. The challenge ia really the climb up. If you are not physically fit it is worth paying the motorcycles to take you back up the mountin
Jan Michael Gomez — Google review
Rent a motorcycle or take a hike to the secluded Anisakan Falls. For me I would use my own legs. A fair way from the city, the site represents a calm oasis where you can enjoy the nature and the silence, interrupted only by the sound of the water rushing down. Take care while walking the path leading to the falls, and wear adequate footwear to protect against the slippery terrain. When you reach the falls, take a moment to soak up the atmosphere. You can even take a dip in the refreshing pool underneath the cascade. Use our Pyin Oo Lwin (Maymyo) holiday planner to visit Anisakan Falls on your trip to Pyin Oo Lwin (Maymyo), and learn what else travelers and our writers recommend seeing nearby.
The local assistances said the under of fall is more than 300'.
Anyone I had really great time at there.
National Kandawgyi Gardens, also known as Pyin Oo Lwin or Alpine Garden, is a 435-acre botanical garden in Myanmar founded in 1915. The garden was carved out by Turkish prisoners during WWI and features over 480 species of flowers, shrubs, and trees. Modeled after English gardens like Kew, it boasts woods, lakes, and numerous orchids.
Great places to visit for relax. Inside of garden, there is a restaurant know as Bamboo. Bamboo restaurant is a great location to see the scope of garden and many photos shooting area inside. As 16.May.2022 entrance fees is 2000 KS for Adult Myanmar citizen and 5 USD for foreigners.
Soe Gyi — Google review
Lovely place to visit for the weekend with my lovely buddies
Kyaw Thet Paing Oo — Google review
Have many beautiful flowers, widely area and animals. Entrance fee is 5$ for foreigners adult and 3$ for foreigners child.You should not go in the afternoon because u may be tired and hot.
Myo Thiri ko — Google review
The number one thing to see in Pyin Oo Lwin, in my opinion. Tickets are 7,000 mmk as of July 2023. The gardens are extensive and you can easily spend 2-3 hours there. They have buggies that you can pay to drive you around if you have limited time, but I think it's best to roam around by foot.
Nick Thompson — Google review
Pyin Oo Lwins also called as Kandawgyi Gardens, beautiful botanical gardens are Unique in Myanmar ( Burma) 🇲🇲. The garden are very well maintained and very calm and relaxing. Loved this place for meditation and drawing and reading.
Avantika Bade — Google review
What a beautiful national garden!🥰 Very well maintained.
you'll find a fossil museum with petrified trees 🫣 haha these are trees that have be minerallized for over a million years 😱
There's also a butterfly and orchid garden, an aviary, and lots of peaceful resting places for a nice lovely picnic
We happend to see a wedding set up in the middle of the forested area and it's magical. We heard that the bride and groom will be sitting in the horse carriage 💐 here's wishing them a beautiful and everlasting love 💕
Fickle Travellers SG — Google review
Naturally gifted place for local people. Need environmentally wise preservation for next generations to generations. Lovely park and worth to spend the time with fresh air and atmosphere
Chan Myae — Google review
Very nice place, spread across a large area. Lot of trees, shrubs, orchid, and flowers. Very well maintained. Nice aviery too.
Manas Kumar Khag — Google review
A must see paradise.
Beautiful well maintained gardens.
A nice drive on "the road to Mandalay"
Several coffee plantations near by worth checking out.
Jeff Campion — Google review
Very quiet and peaceful place in Pyin Oo Lwin. With the good weather, the scenery with beautiful colorful flowers makes your mood clear and upright.
Min Pyae Maw — Google review
They are celebrating the 15th Flower Festival, and it'll last until 15th January 2023. The entrance fee is 3,000 kyats per person and 500 kyats for cars. They have an enormous parking lot and the staff are attentive and kind. There are lots of flowers and people. You should go there early during this festival and come back early because it's too crowded and it'll be congested on the way back to Mandalay.
Hnin Pwint Thaw Da — Google review
Very nice garden. Beauty flowers. So natural and peaceful place.
Historic steel train trestle spanning 689 m. over Gohtwin Stream, at a height as high as 102 m.
AMAZING is an understatement for this feat of engineering. For any engineering or railway enthusiast this has to be a MUST DO on your itinerary. It is a very very very very long journey but worth the wait. Make sure you go outside the rainy season as it gets quite dangerous otherwise.
Nikko Menzel — Google review
This was definitely a great and much fun adventure the whole train travel and the viaduct as a special moment! Its a massive, 109 meter high structure with a very good engineering effort! Its scary for those who dont like heights, but its definitely not dangerous. These steel legs and structure will stand here for much longer i guess and serve the trains and the travellers.
I travelled on ordinary class just to experience the local way, and it was much fun to meet Myanmar people as the only forigneir on their class haha. I even bought a piece of wood from a street seller which is the basic element of the tigerbalm if you smash it and mix it with water.
The view around the viaduct and the ride is really nice and when you passed - the way from Mandalay i mean - just right after the viaduct, pay attention in the valley, there is a waterfall!!!
Humanizer — Google review
We took the train (first class ticket) from Pyin O Lwin to Hsipaw to cross the Viadukt and I would absolutely recommend it. It was a nice ride! Try some food at the stops or from the ladys who enter the train.. green mangos and fried noodles were yummy :)!
Laura Seybold — Google review
It is literally breathtaking when the train slowly passes the viaduct, which was built over a hundred years ago. The creaky sound and the height definitely bring a thrilling feeling. In order to visit this viaduct, we took a bus to Hsipaw the day before and caught the train from Hsipaw to Pyin Oo Lwin the next morning. Quite lots of work but it’s worth every penny.
Linh Dao — Google review
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After having completed a wonderful journey with Firefly, I felt compulsory to write this review.
I did a half-day boat trip on the Duthawadi River as I didn’t have much time. The river view was amazing, and all of the people we met, including villagers, elders and monks, were so kind and friendly. Although the trip was short, I managed to bring back good memories, not to mention a good conversation with the guide, Mitch, who is very energetic, helpful and knowledgeable of the region.
Thanks to Firefly for giving me such experience.
I wholeheartedly recommend Firefly to all of you who might be looking for a great trekking experience in Hsipaw.
Jatuchatra Chommai — Google review
One of our best expiriences in myanmar. We had mine lay is our guide he was so kind and truely minded to make the trek as enjoyable it could get. The trek was beautiful and the food was so delicious the palang food was amazing, probably the best food we ate in myanmar... you have to try the egg salad and tomato salad. the villages we slept at were less touristic but still so many travellers have been to the villages north of hsipaw that its still a little touristic. The locals were kind and some still interested in meeting us and spend time with a foreigner.
First day: walk to the village you see phankam and a smaller village nearby where you sleep.
Second day: waterfall and walk to tan sam where we slept.
Third day: walk from tan sam to hsipaw
Orin Israely — Google review
I very enjoyed three days trekking trip with guide Mike. The trip was amazing and even exceeded my high expectations. Highlights were the mountain views, flora, jungle, villages and last but not least very delicious local food. I definitely recommend booking a trekking trip with Firefly. Thanks for the hospitality and great experience!
Great trek!
Completed a 2D 1N trek with our guide Han. This trek is not for the faint hearted! It was a tough one and boy, Han walks fast! He does wait for you though. He was very knowledgeable about the Shan culture, villages and surrounding nature. His English was spot on as he studied English through school. The trek is a mixture of mountain views, jungle and dry landscapes with massive hills going up and down the mountain. The food was simple yet delicious (rice and multiple veggie dishes eg. Potatoes, cabbage, aubergine etc)
Steph Si — Google review
Authentic overnight village home stay mountain trek
Sai Kyawminyu — Google review
Great trek with Pyu as guide. He knew a lot about about plants. He could also answer all the questions we had.
We didn't get a lot of informations before we left so it was a bit difficult to prepare.
We met local people and slept in a mountain village.
Tobias Löpfe — Google review
We had a 2n/3d trek and enjoyed it immensely!! I think it was the best way to encounter and learn about Myanmar culture. Our guide explained a lot in perfect English, we hiked through beautiful mountains, slept in lovely villages and had amazing vegetarian food. Thanks so much, i would always do it again! ( we were 6 people and payed 65 000 each)
And we felt safe and well cared for the whole time.
Maximilian Nadler — Google review
We took a 2D1N Tour with Ko Pee. Our guide, Phyo (pronounced Pew) was the best guide I ever had. He's studying English at Uni, so his English was really good. He told us a lot about the cultur and people living in the villages. All people we met on the trek were sooo nice, especially the owner of the homestay. It really is good staying at a local family and thus supporting a local community instead of staying at a tree house.
Emily Ehlert — Google review
We took a two days tour with this agency and I'm not really sure if we can recommend it. I asked several times, to make sure, that we will get a guide fluently speaking English and eager to explain us things and introduce into the culture of mountain tribes. I've been ensured that we will get a good guide, able to make this tour interesting. Well...if you walk two days in the almost flat terrain, what makes the tour interesting is the guide and his stories. Unfortunately, that wasn't in our case. Our guide was very kind but he hardly could compose a sentence in English, so we get VERY LITTLE information about what we see, people we meet. He also didn't pay attention to the group, if everyone is following him, if everyone is ok. In case of injury, I'm not sure he would even notice.
The place we stayed overnight was very nice, all the way the food we get was excellent, people were kind and welcoming. We also get a snacks from our guide.
It was just fine, bit boring, I was expecting to learn a way more as I do not need guide just to follow him on the easy path...
Sonia B. — Google review
(Translated by Google) I arrived at the end of the day in Hsipaw and went to the office to book a day trek.
I wanted a tailor-made itinerary, a long day of trekking.
We agreed on an itinerary but the guide needed to make a few phone calls regarding the price.
A few minutes later, we agree via messenger on the tour and the price. He also explains to me that it will be a friend of his who will do the tour.
The next day when I arrived at the start of the trek, my guide for the day whom I had just met took stock of the trek with me.
The transfer planned at the end of the hike was no longer covered, I had to pay.
We made a call to the guide with whom I had been in contact the day before and after 5 minutes of discussion to try to understand, he got angry, insulted me... So much so that the guide on site took the phone from me to hang up...
I am also a guide in France, I would never allow myself to speak like this to a client.
Too bad because the trek itself was really fun, passing through the plantations, in the jungle, visiting several villages and even a school, excellent lunch and great guide for the day which had to be made up despite the gloomy atmosphere at the start morning.
Fortunately the guide apologized afterwards. I also appreciated it.
TO SUMMARY: Agree on the price and the services included, even if it means writing them down.
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Je suis arrivé en fin de journée sur Hsipaw et je me suis rendu a l'office pour réserver un trek d'une journée.
Je voulais un itinéraire a la carte, une longue journée de trekking.
On s'est mis d'accord sur un itinéraire mais le guide avait besoin de passer quelques coups de fil par rapport au prix.
Quelques minutes plus tard, on tombe d'accord par messenger sur le tour et le prix. Il m'explique aussi que ce sera un ami à lui qui fera le tour.
Le lendemain en arrivant au départ du trek, mon guide pour la journée que je venais de rencontrer fait le point avec moi sur le trek.
Le transfert prévu en fin de rando n'était plus pris en charge, il fallait que je paye.
On passe un coup de fil au guide avec qui j'avais été contact la veille et après 5 minutes de discution pour essayer de comprendre, il s'énerve, m'insulte... Si bien que le guide sur place me prend le téléphone pour raccrocher...
Je suis aussi guide en France, jamais je ne me permettrait de parler ainsi a un client.
Dommage car le trek en lui même était vraiment chouette, passage dans les plantations, dans la jungle, visite de plusieurs villages et même d'une école, déjeuner excellent et super guide pour la journée qui a du composer malgré l'ambiance morose du début de matinée.
Heureusement le guide s'est excusé par la suite. J'ai d'ailleurs apprécié.
POUR RESUMER : Mettez vous bien d'accord sur le prix et les prestations incluses quitte a les écrires.
My friend and I joined MAO for 5 days and we had the most incredible, unforgettable experience. We communicated with Byron a few months before our trip as we worked together to design our 5 day itinerary that catered to our needs. He was very detailed and even informed us on other excursions and transportation logistics around Myanmar. MAO is fuelled by the passion to invest back in the local communities of Shan state in Lashio and venturing into places filled with nature and peace. All the areas we visited were safe as they were carefully chosen based on their predictability and political stability. We did river treks, hiking, motorbiking (we rode on the back of Byron's and Alexs bike), waterfall jumping, caves, and stand up paddle boarding. Although some parts are a little bit challenging, the guides will look out for you every step of the way and offer a steady hand. We were always kept well fed during the day with delicious snacks (eg. killer homemade banana bread and granola!). The village overnight stays were the highlight of my trip. I was able to experience the hospitality and warmth of the local people as they cooked amazing breakfast and dinners for us with fresh ingredients from their garden and opened up their homes for us to sleep in. Being able to see how they live and drinking tea with them around the fire while hearing their stories led me to realize the importance of MAO's vision and mission statement. I highly recommend partnering with MAO if you want to explore, be adventurous, understand the local communities a bit better, and see jaw dropping views. I guarantee you will gain nothing short of a positive experience if you are in filled with wanderlust. I will definitely be back to visit!
Jamie — Google review
This has got to be one of the most amazing experiences that I've ever had in my life. Lashio is just an amazing place to explore and myanmar adventure outfitters is the place to go if you would like to explore places that are Off The Beaten Path. It was an amazing 5 days that we spent with this group the first two days were doing a interesting hike and a river trek which had just the perfect amount of adventure. The next three days was spent doing stand up paddle boarding, a few different treks, riding on the back of motorcycles, exploring some amazing waterfalls and staying at some villages. I think it's the part where you stay at a village and experience what it's like to live there with those different tribes really makes the trip. Really wanted thank Byron and Alex for being amazing guides on the trip and this company is so awesome so I highly recommend that you use them if you want to explore an epic area of Myanmar.
Mel A — Google review
Awesome!
Had an amazing time touring around on motorbikes for the past 3 days with MAO. Alex was a great guide, very knowledgeable of the area, safety conscious and a lot of fun.
Would also like to say a big thank you to the whole team at MAO for being so great, from the booking process, organizing my bus ticket out of Lashio and cooking a pizza for when we returned!
I will be back for sure!
Highly recommended!!
Matthew Thomas Barbour (Tom) — Google review
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Yuanyang County is situated in the southeastern region of Yunnan province, China, adjacent to the Red River. Its renowned attraction lies in its stunning rice-paddy terracing that offers breathtaking views. In 2013, a section of the county became part of the Honghe Hani Rice Terraces World Heritage Site, which became China's 45th World Heritage Site.
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Fansipan, the highest mountain peak in Vietnam standing at 3143m, is a popular Alpine attraction that offers multi-day hiking tours and a breathtaking cable car ride. The peak can be reached by an overnight train + van/bus from Lao Cai Station, which takes around 8 hours. Visitors can also take on the challenge of hiking up to the top of the mountain or opt for a cable car ride that covers nearly 1,500 meters and takes you more than halfway there.
Amazing view when the weather is clear. Recommend to go early because the summit will get super crowded. It is beautiful up there but not sure if it’s worth it if you have to be in that queue. Another option is taking the stairs. The facility is well organized.
Kook Kik — Google review
The highest summit of the former French Indochina colony. To get to the peak, there’re only 2 ways: overnight trekking and taking long gondolas. The gondolas are quite expensive and include multiple stops with a train ride from downtown Sa Pa. During the holiday seasons, the peak is really overcrowded and filled with travelers, so make sure that you make to the station earlier than usual.
Minh Nguyen — Google review
Truly a beautiful and stunning place! Came here last December, during the cold weather season. Do wear thermal wear though, temperatures can approach 5 °C and below…
Random Dude — Google review
Amazing experience! We were above the cloud and the weather was fantastic. It is a trip to rem by and tourists should consider this place. But don’t try to take the 640 steps for the final ascend. thoroughly enjoyed !!!
KT LEE — Google review
Gorgeous views, cool weather and cultural richness with temples and pagodas. The peak of Fansipan is a must try excursion and well worth it. You can go up via steps or a tramp.
Apipong Lamsam — Google review
If you guys are traveling to Sapa, there are two major tourist attraction in these area, which are Fansipan and Cat Cat village.
Fansipan is one of the highest mountain in the region. The idea is either take a cable car/ funicular and then a small tram to go to the peak region for sight seeing the mountain ranges and explore the pagoda and the Buddha statue. Or.
Explore the nature by hiking from the base of mountain all the way to the peak.
To go there. Just take a quick transpiration ride from the downtown Sapa city to go to Sunworld park to buy the tickets.
Since this is one of the highest mountain in the region. Be prepared for always constant changing weather conditions and high altitude sickness.
David Chao — Google review
When the weather is good you can just enjoy the time on fansipan for hours. Of course it's touristy but still worth it in my opinion. The views are excellent and the idea behind it quite nice
Len Kr. — Google review
Magnificent views and statues! Building this without proper road is like another level of engineering;)))) I wasn't dressed ready for the crazy amount of wind. U can always buy clothes or pants from their souvenir shop but get ready for the chill and wind!
Despite a very touristy place but this place is worth while and require some wlaking
Pui Cheng Lum — Google review
I will say avoid a rainy day (worth a wait/stat in sapa for one more day) this can be way more beautiful- costs around 700k for cable car, 150k for two way train and 150k one side for last link train (optional) per person. Needs 3-4 hour’s minimum. Have a little park at cable car station where you can click beautiful pictures. Dont miss the waterfall on the way in cable car.
Rishav Sancheti — Google review
Spectacular view, wonderful experience, worth to walk up 600 steps instead taking the train. Visited in April and luckily the weather was good and stunning. Had to take a 🚂 up to the Fansipan station, then got to see a huge garden, then took a cable car 🚠 to the Fansipan, finally we walked up. We all really enjoyed it
M S — Google review
Beautiful views
Mini great wall of China
Many steep steps
take cable care from Sapa station
Then tram to the top
Come down steps to explore the temples in the clouds then cable car back to sapa
Takes around 4 hours
Fatemah Alnajjar — Google review
I had the best experience visiting Fansipan. The weather was very good; it was sunny with a little fog around 3 PM. I would highly suggest that you look at the weather forecast before going here so that you don't waste your money on a foggy view.
I recommend buying the package tickets with the peak rail because there are many steps to climb, especially when the weather is not on your side.
Ian — Google review
I really enjoyed Fansipan Peak. I had no idea it was owned by the same company as Ba Na Hills which I will admit, when I found out it really put me off. I was not of fan of the latter.
All in all though it was very professionally run. The cable car to the top was enjoyable although being April, visibility was low.
Aside from also being on a mountain peak, it felt like a very different experience to Ba Na. We did not use the Funicular mid way but chose to take the steps to the top. It was not a difficult climb with various points of interest to stop along the way. That said the Temples, Pagodas, statues etc… all recently constructed, did set the almost ‘theme park’ scene as they were clearly made for tourism purposes.
So I guess the bottom line is these are theme parks really, tourist driven… the trade off being access to one at one of the highest peaks in the area. Enjoyable if you take it for what it is.
S KJB — Google review
Nice view from the cable car, great place !
En — Google review
Highest peak in Vietnam, 3143m. It's best to come here early in the morning and enjoy the wonderful views because it may get foggy fast. One may take a cable car up to the top, then walk down slowly, less tiring.
tm sii — Google review
It was so cooling and spectacular scenic view at the top of the peak@Fansipan! Is definitely worth the walk up the 600 steep staircases instead of taking the monorail!
Francis Ang — Google review
Super cool view 🤩I bought my ticket round trip 🚠 cable car 🚡 and train. I was so impressed with the smooth and safety I felt 😌 it was a great experience for me. I have been to many places with cable cars but this was the best one for me. I think that I took a right decision to travel Sapa before I am too old 😂
Pornpinyo Ngamsantikul (Pang) — Google review
Basically a hit or miss. Check the weather before heading to Fansipan. In addition, DO NOT go on weekends due to the high number of tourists. PREFERABLY GO weekdays and even if the weather says clear skies, on top there might still have fogs. Don’t be discouraged and wait for the fog to dissipate. Stay there at least 1-2 hours (not counting the cable car). A lot of stairs. Be prepared for up and down a lot. DO take a lot of rests if you’re not fit. Stairs are also super steep! Go with a guide or group if you need help. Plenty of bathroom and vendors for drinks. Wear warm clothing too. And have fun most of all! Hope you’ll love it as i did!
Tsong Va — Google review
Day trip up Fansipan and we’re lucky. Lucky because it’s a clear day in Sapa in autumn!
We pay our money at the failed shopping mall that is the station and head down to the funicular.
Tickets are 800,000 dong pp midweek or 850,000 on weekends. Extra 150,000 for the lower funicular and 150,000 for the upper funicular.
We chose the lower and the cable car figuring we’d climb the last bit. And we did. Lots of stairs but it was fun stopping along the way for many, many photos.
The cable car journey is spectacular and long - just over 6k.
The temples and associated statues are amazing, but nature is the star here. The views across the valley toSapa are stunning, as are the views that seem to stretch to China.
We didn’t succumb to the food court or souvenir shopping at all the different stations so can’t comment on them. There is a lot of ‘please exit through the gift shop’.
Was a remarkable day. Do it!
Small note - wear sensible shoes. Saw lots of women struggling with heels on the narrow steps.
Ross — Google review
Cabel car ride took 20 minutes to go to the summit.we visited the place at the end of December, and that time, the weather was not good. the temperature was less than 5°.top of the mountain they had a restaurant and some shops.price was not expensive.
If you are planning to visit the summit and if it is the first time you are going to visit a high altitude place, you may get altitude sickness, so be prepared.
Chandi G — Google review
We decide to come up at the foggy day because we didn’t want to miss our only chance to come up. The cable car ride is the most impressive. 3K took about 25 mins. Going through mountains, valley and streams. It’s absolutely worth of the ride just for that. The entire walk up is marble paved stairs. I can imagine how slippery it would be. The Buddhist temples and statues through out. The Buddhist singing all the way to top. It’s a very different experience of hiking. Summit at 3126m. The clear day would be amazing. Foggy day should be think twice.
The Foodie Architect — Google review
Incredible experience, even on a cloudy day! Cable car is worth the price just on its own, amazing views. Some shops and restaurants at the top, not too expensive but very touristy and not much choice. I highly recommend you go to the peak, big are up there for photos! You could easily spend half the day there exploring!
Liam G. — Google review
Great views and experience. Take warmer clothes as it could be cold and very windy at the top. Cable car is absolutely impressive and not for fainthearted.
Andriy Samoylovych — Google review
Not much visibility but still an enjoyable experience (learn to cut queue like the locals 😅) super crowded on a weekend.
Cable car and monorail up to the peak then walk down to take the cable car.
Wear a good windbreaker jacket and thermals, guaranteed to keep you warm throughout.
L N — Google review
Very great site for reaching the top of indochina. The facility is amazing. The scenery was superb. Surely will come back to here.
Ichsan Ramadhan — Google review
Went yesterday ( 24 March 24) and was expecting it to be sunny as it was almost 27 degrees in Sapa and hot but oh boy I was wrong. Super windy and cold here (16 degrees max with high wind) with low visibility. Luck of the draw really but nevertheless it was a very cool experience and was cool being up so high. At the station it was super nice and sunny.
Salina Lama — Google review
this was on my bucket list but i would advise against going here during Jan - early Mar.
Visibility is absolutely TERRIBLE. it's cold and you will most likely get sick if you walk the entire way and you aren't in prime condition.
Nonetheless, it was pretty okay but just wish that I was actually able to enjoy it instead of just falling completely sick :(
mhyles — Google review
If you don't want to hike, I recommend to buy the full tickets including the peak rail, this place is huge and there are much more to see up there. You can spend half day exploring and enjoying this place.
Lili Pertiwi — Google review
Beautiful hike up the mountain. A pity we didn't manage to see the sunrise. Opt for the cable car down post the hike, offers a different view of the region
The Cable Car Station Sapa is a popular tourist attraction that offers aerial cable car rides between Sapa and Fansipan Peak. The journey provides breathtaking views of the mist-covered spring scenery and colorful Buddhist flag road. At either end, there are temples, restaurants, and shops for visitors to enjoy. Fansipan Peak is the highest mountain in Vietnam and often called the "Roof of Indochina." It's a popular destination for those seeking adventure and memorable experiences.
Great place! Recommended to bring a jacket if you get cold easily as the temp can drop to 14 degrees Celsius
Kim Burtchen — Google review
This is a must visit as the views are absolutely breathtaking! Gotta get lucky though as your views could be limited on a cloudy day. The lines can be long on the cable cars, but they do move quickly. Definitely need to come back again!
B P — Google review
I have been here for the hot and cold season. I would prefer the hot season more because the visibility is very clear and you can see everything. Especially during the cable car ride. The view is spectacular. During the cold season, basically it is just a white fog.
Pas De Nom — Google review
The cable car ride brings you to near the top of Fansipan. Ticket are pretty expensive, but worth going once. Best time to go during the autumn , worst time to go during winter. Catching sunrise/sunset really depends on pure luck.
TENG CHEN PU — Google review
We can't describe the beauty of this place in words. Cable car is a lifetime experience. One must visit this place to experience the beauty of nature from the closest possible way. Magnificent view of mountains, waterfalls, dense forest from the top is breathing. Loved it.
Nagendra sai — Google review
I recently had the opportunity to visit Fansipan, the highest peak in Vietnam, and it was an absolutely breathtaking experience.
The cable car ride is a highlight of the trip, it provides breathtaking views of the rice terraces and steep cliffs below.
When you reach the summit, you will be rewarded with breathtaking views of cloud-covered peaks spanning all the way to the horizon.
Fansipan's cloud patterns vary every few seconds, offering new shapes and vistas as the earth meets the sky.
Emmanuel Dado — Google review
Must visit place if you are planning to visit SAPA.. this is one of the height pic of the mountain.. one thing to remember before visiting this place.. you need to walk a lot.. if you are heart patient avoid to visit.. or if you are leasy to walk avoid the place to visit.. but one important point if you avoid to visit this place i must say you have missed the beautiful place to visit.. the rope way (cable car) service is so nice.. the management is so proper.. the cable are takes almost 20 mins to get it there at the top.. it feels like you are going from downward to upwards in between the clouds. (must experience it) .. after coming out of the cable car, you feel like you are in haven. the pagoda is very beautiful. also one more thing there is an train inside this place which runes on 90 degree angle, must ride once.. the charges are extra for this.. the beauty from top of the mountain is like (no words to explain).. check my photos for more details.. take water with you while visiting this place..
Niket Shah (Plus Point Training) — Google review
Outrageous views and stunning world record holder cable car. If you’re lucky enough to ascend 3200m and have a view, then count your blessings. Clouds and mist roll through like a surreal landscape. Simply stunning. ENTIRE views of Sapa valley as you ascend. 1,000,000 VND for entire round trip ascent of funicular, tram, and cable car.
Brennan Davis — Google review
Long line, but it moves quickly and great views on the way! The top can be cloudy, depending on the day you visit, but still well worth the trip. Vendors outside have surprisingly low prices souvenirs as well! Lots of fun and super glad we did it! We missed out the first day since the ticket office closes at 4pm, so keep that in mind!
Casey Iiams-hauser — Google review
Very fun, it is broken into 2 stops. One you take a "train" up, once at that location you can walk around, see the gardens, then take the tram the final leg of the trip. It was lovely in Sa Pa but it sure changed once we reached the summit
Loretta Lundquist — Google review
Very pricey way to get up a mountain. They really force you to walk through the gauntlet of souvenir stands and eateries which was unwanted. However, the temple and monastery complex at the top of the mountain is impressive. And the views are incredible.
Reflections Enroute — Google review
We had a great experience, even though the weather was bad (foggy, windy). It was still very much worth the trip. The cable car ride is exciting with long overspans and great views over the terraced farms and nature on the mountains. It was a bit windy, and the cabin was swaying a bit. We bought a vip package, which is well worth the money as you can skip all lines in the train and cable car and have a cabin for yourselves.
Gerrit ten Bolscher — Google review
Great place to visit, the views were great. Too bad when we reached the peak it was cloudy.
The views up to the peak was great.
Recommend buy the VIP package.
Recommend around 4-5 hours to spend on both sides of the attraction.
Get the tram up to the peak, don’t save on that’s then walk down instead.
Ryan P — Google review
I’m not sure if the crowd would be lesser during weekdays. Went on a weekend and was pushed and shoved around by their local people, there is zero queue management, the locals do not care if you’re pregnant or old, they still shove you out of the queue.
Not suitable for elderly and young toddlers. Would NOT recommend unless the management practise better coordination and educate all visitors on queueing and patience.
Regrettably a bad experience, plenty of clouds. Weather is unpredictable and checking the forecast does not help at all.
L N — Google review
very beautiful magnificent view sometimes cloudy then sun breaks through the clouds mystic and and incredible nice temple place
Happy Andy — Google review
A breathtaking gondola which is a very long route with a stunning view.
It takes you around 15 min to reach the highest peak in Indochina.
Advice to buy a ticket in advance to minimize a waiting time
sarasate eimatanasate — Google review
Wonderful cable car experience to reach the top of Indochina, the Fansipan. There are 3 kinds of transportation to reach fansipan. First is funicular train from sun plaza to mung hoa station, second is the cable car from mung hoa station to fansipan station, and the third is monorail from fansipan station to fansipan peak. However you can choose to walk from fansipan station to fansipan peak and save you some money. The total cost if you use all mentioned transportation is about 50USD, so it's advised to book your ticket online.
Danny Kwan — Google review
We loved this experience, even on a stormy wet day. The temples and statues are beautiful, the cafe at the top, although expensive, made the best hot chocolate we have ever tasted, the cable car ran smooth and was roomy with insane views of the valley below, and to cap it all there was a break in the cloud which gave us a glimpse out, a rainbow and the most atmospheric photos. Highly recommend.
elaine brown — Google review
A must go place if you are in Hanoi, despite traveling to Sa Pa, Lao Cai by road takes about 6 hours. Best to go is in the morning, opens from 0815hrs, while the afternoon sun is not out. There will be queue surely but quite quickly it flows. Last train will be 1530hrs from SaPa station.
Cat Cat Village is located in the Muong Hoa Valley, renowned for its stunning natural scenery and rich H'mong culture. Visitors to this village can admire traditional wooden huts that offer homestays, which provide a picturesque view of mountainside rice terraces. The Si Bridge features stalls selling indigenous H'mong handicrafts, homemade corn wine, and naturally dyed clothing on the way to Tien Sa waterfalls.
The Muong Hoa Valley is a scenic area that features terraced rice fields and villages. The valley has been designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is well known for its unusual sandstone carvings.
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tt. Sa Pa, Sa Pa, Lào Cai, Vietnam
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Mù Cang Chải District
Neighborhoods
Points of Interest & Landmarks
Mù Cang Chải is a rural district of Yên Bái province, in the Northwest region of Vietnam. As of 2019, the district had a population of 63,961, covering an area of 1199 km². The district capital lies at Mù Cang Chải. Wikipedia.
Bac Ha Market, located in the Northwest of Vietnam, is a vibrant and bustling market that takes place every Sunday. The market starts early in the morning and is filled with a riot of colors as Flower Hmong women come to accessorize their beautifully dressed attire. This market features a cattle market, vegetable and meat stalls, wine vendors, and agricultural products.
This market is fantastic! Great for people watching, admiring ethnic minorities costumes and trying tasty local produce. Be aware of the lady in the photo. She pretends to be nice and friendly to the extent of hugging you just to make you sit at her stall and overcharge you for beer, coconut water and/or sunflower seeds and passion fruit (which btw doesn't cost 260 k dong). Her stall is right on the main market square close to the stage. Enjoy the market ☺️
Em Pruss — Google review
Quite an experience visiting this weekly market. Long drive to get there but worth the visit. Large market spread over a large area selling just about everything! Lots of local produce, medicinal products, local ethnic outfits (being bought by local people, not just for tourists). Food and animal sections. Avoid the animal section if you would be upset by poor conditions for the animals.
Gary Hartnoll — Google review
it is a stop by place. just market. It took me more than 3hours from sa pa but I could not find any interest things. looks like weekend market.
??? — Google review
A beautiful, stunning traditional market with colors, smells and flavors that run through the soul. Beware of scams and wallets ...
Lafresia Media Productions — Google review
The biggest markets I ever see, they sell everything there. I mean everything from horses. Buffalos, pigs , chicken , dogs , cats , rats to all kinds of vegetables that I have never seen before, highly recommended to visit the market if you are in the area.
vanna quach — Google review
Busy market on Sunday - buffalo sales have been moved to Saturday afternoons, only pig, dog, chicken and duck sales now.
Tour guide mentioned that stuff here is cheaper than sapa, could get a big bottle of honey for 100000 VND while in Sapa it's 200,000
Tried some fried foods
Lin Min — Google review
Big local market on sunday, from morning till 2:00 pm, near the mountainous highlands and the Chinese border.
It's considered as the largest and most colorful market in the area. Throngs of villagers from the surrounding hill tribes walk to the market to purchase and exchange food, animals, clothes and household goods.
A must see in Bac Ha.
Alice Nguyen — Google review
It is a very large market that doesn’t have many tourists so it is certainly quite authentic but it doesn’t deserve a day trip from Sapa. The journey is quite long in a winding road. The items that you can find in the market are the same than in sapa.
Crapsyme — Google review
Must see place in Bắc Hà town. Various minorities of surrounding will joining every weekend right there...lovely sections such as corner for water buffaloes, dogs, chickens ducks..., vegetables, clothes, foods....with so many different colors... Love that ❤
Nguyễn Đông Trường — Google review
Located in the center of Bac Ha district, Lao Cai province, Bac Ha market stays near the borderland between Vietnam and China. Bac Ha Market is a weekly market that only takes place on Sundays. The colorful tribes market, selling everything from farming produces to livestock such buffalo, pig, chicken not missing the dogs and puppies. A row of open air barbers line the side lane of the river to the market (behind the row of shop lots. The buffaloes market is after the bridge if you don’t mine the dang smell, just follows the dropping on the road to the main trading area. Here you can watch the negotiation going on among the farmers and the buffaloes changed owner, dealing in cash.
Mekong Discovery — Google review
The best market I've been till now in Vietnam. It's not only the textile presents food it is also a social market with families and friends eating together, sharing. Love it
Eva Goldberg — Google review
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G7MV+X48, TT. Bắc Hà, Bắc Hà, Lào Cai, Vietnam
I'll never travel to Hanoi without this trip planner again
Zonitrip - Vietnam Adventure Tours - cho thuê oto, xe máy, tour du lịch
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We did 7 days trip in north Vietnam with Zonitrip and we couldn't choose better!
Our lovely guide Nghia took care of our trip so comprehensively we did not have to worry about anything. Both the guide and the driver were very friendly and professional!
After the trip we know that we wouldn't experience even half of what we did without them - she showed us the most secluded paths, introduced to local people, showed the everyday life of Vietnamese people on the countryside (e.g. home fresh noodle manufacture, tea production in the backyard etc).
Additionally we didn't know what to expect in Vietnam in terms of vegetarian food, but with Nghia it was no concern at all. Every meal was a feast! Plenty of delicious vegetarian options.
Tuan is an amazing driver, very calm and patient. The car was comfortable, he stopped every time we asked, kept the car sparkling clear throughout the whole trip.
At first we were a little bit unsure if a guided trip is for us, as we prefer to travel on our own. However it turned out to be simply amazing experience! She gave us as much privacy as we needed, while being around to share fascinating stories or just for a friendly chat.
5 five stars, no doubts!!!
Marzena K — Google review
One of The Most Memorable Parts of Our Trip!
We absolutely LOVED this three day, two night trip with Nghia! We started from Hanoi and made our way up north to Mu Cang Chai. We spent the first day trekking to a tea farm up in the mountains and spent the first night at a homestay. We biked through rice fields, met locals and learned a lot about the community. We trekked up in Mu Chang Chai the second day via motorbike, walking and met locals, including our tour guide. As a traveler here, you need to be flexible and willing to experience the trip, even when the conditions aren't ideal. It rained some on the second day, and was very muddy, but I think that gave the day an even better memory.
Our meals were also very yummy and we were able to experience all sorts of local delights.
huệ trần thị — Google review
The 4 days spent with the tour organized by Zonitrip were truly exceptional!
We visited places that would otherwise have been impossible to visit independently. Everything organized to perfection, from the driver to the places to sleep, from meals with local food to overnight stays.
A true immersion in Vietnamese culture and customs!
If you also add friendliness, fun and wonderful evenings together to all this, this is ZoniTrip!
Great! Thanks for everything
Marco Martino — Google review
Nghia from Zonitrip tailored our 6 nights trip to North Vietnam to our needs. She knew the hikes and their rigor very well and she was very careful in planning our daily adventures. This was the BEST cultural experience for us and it was enlightening to visit authentic remote villages where no other tourists go!
Nathalie Young — Google review
Booked 1 day fanispan trekking for 2 pax with this company. guide and car picked us up at the hotel 7am, on time.
guide and porter assigned to us named Susu/ Su was very good, took good care of us. Finished 12.2KM of trekking trail with good pace and sufficient rest stopps.
Su also helped to carry 2 x 1.5L water, lunch, bananas and mandarin oranges. Pls tip ur porter/ guides generously, they work really hard.
Issac Phoa — Google review
Very nice stay and lovely owner. Great food, great room. Highly recomment to stop by this homestay
Eméry Langlois — Google review
“Very great trip to mount Fansipan !”
5 of 5 starsReviewed 5 days ago NEW
Thanks Zonitrip for this great experience ! We climbed the mount Fansipan, the highest point in Vietnam. We were in Yen Bai which is 3hours from Hanoi by bus. Nghia organised everything for us, as dropped us on the Highway at midnight to catch the bus to Sapa !
We were only four in our group, and we started to hike the first day and we slept in the base camp (2800m). Good atmosphere and good people over there ! The guide cooked a great meal for us and we spent good time drinking some local alcohol and beers (you can find beers in the hut but you have to bring your own alcohol wink emoticon
The day after we started to hike around 6.30am for 2 hours until the top of the Fansipan.
Unfortunately it was really cloudy, like almost every day so no regrets !
We decided to go down by the cable car (600 000 dng) cause of the rain. We had time to visit around Sapa and to meet some locals before to take the bus. The city is really nice even if it's extremely touristy...
We went back in Yen Bai around 8pm and Nghia was waiting for us with her husband to dropped us at home.
That was 2 really nice days ! Thank you so much for everything ! I highly recommend Zonitrip !
Hung do dinh — Google review
Amazing tour with zonitrip. The countryside in Vietnam. I visited Mu Cang Chai, is so peaceful, with pure air, fresh food and friendly local people. My tuor guide said there were many other places to discover in Vietnam. And i think i'll comeback in the near future.
No admission fees but you need to know where to go. LOL. We were so fortunate to meet with the tea plantation owners today!! They spent hours chatting with us about the oolong tea harvesting and processing and the growth of the plantation over the past 25 years. The oolong tea here are shipped to Taiwan, where then repackaged, rebranded and shipped to Japan and Europe. We got to taste test four different types of oolong teas. There are about ten different types that are grown here and are harvested at four different times a year. Best oolong teas we ever had!! We bought different teas to bring back home as gifts. The wife walked us to many beautiful spots around the plantation and took many beautiful pictures for us. Both husband and wife were super sweet and friendly!! So grateful for their hospitality!!!
H L — Google review
Amazing experience with friendly owner. He has won multiple awards in Taiwan and China . As a tea enthusiast, I find him very knowledgable in the types of Tea leaves and brewing methods.
Tan Xin Ning — Google review
One way to describe the experience here would be "Fine wine philosophy applied to tea production".
The owners have been tilling this land for over 2 decades and the hard work and dedication shine through the quality of their product.
Operating to a self imposed, strict and very high standard, you can feel their genuine passion, respect and love for the tea plants and the land upon which they grow.
Their tea varieties are second to none when it comes to taste and aroma.
What makes this place truly stand out for anyone, not just tea buffs, is the true hospitality and kindness of the people, the priceless knowledge and wisdom they impart.
hai le — Google review
It's amzing hills of tea & friendly minorities with food and leizures & lands of flowers in all four seasons during the year
The weather is so nice at any time of the year and during the day!
Nguyen Van Khoi — Google review
This is a beautiful tea plantation a bit outside of Moc Chau town. There is a hotel on the property. We contacted them to take a tour of the tea farm and factory (taste tea, walk the farm, and take a tour of the factory where they process the tea). We arrived and were greeted with delicious tea and a short tour of the area. Very limited English so they were unable to give us a tour of the factory, which is the main reason we went. Tea and incense available at the property.
Mary Evelyn Carroll — Google review
Tea tasting, mountain views, looked at the tea drying process
Bruce Edwards — Google review
Google's location for this is wrong. Or maybe I was just there when it was closed or something. But I got to the location and there was nothing there. However I quickly found "Đồi Chè Trái Tim" nearby which is exactly what you're looking for. Lots of really cool tea hills all over and very fun to explore and try the various local teas.
Mike VA — Google review
We went here in the middle of rain and no visibility. There was nobody else, no tourists, just one worker. We were freezing from the whole way by motorbike, but we got invited for tea. Later we realise the worker is actually the owner of the place and has been making tea for 21years, winning many awards, selling tea in Japan, Taiwan and so. Shared his story how he got into business, felt inspired. Really amazing how some people can be hospitable. Thanks!
The Tea House of Baiyue Tribes is an open air museum that showcases the Vietnamese tradition of tea drinking. This hobby has been associated with older and more learned individuals who engage in aristocratic activities such as composing poems, tending flowers or appreciating nature. Lighter teas with flower fragrance are preferred by the Vietnamese people, including green tea and floral-scented white tea.
Try to make a booking in advance! I had such a great time here talking with everyone here and exploring the tea house. We had some homemade food and sampled all kinds of local tea.
Jackson D — Google review
It was one of the most beautiful experiences of my life. Mr. Son is a person with a huge heart who puts all his effort into the cause. What cause? Helping ethnic minorities by supporting sustainable traditional tea cultivation to benefit the environment and protect people's labor. I stayed there about 2 weeks and from the first minute I felt at home. At the Tea House I left a little piece of my heart. If you want to discover more about tea, helping others and growing emotionally, this project is for you. Bye Mr. Son, thank you for everything. Bye guys and children. I wish you the best. I will miss you very much.
Chiara Sinigaglia — Google review
Traditionally, Vietnamese tea drinking is considered a hobby of the older, more learned members in households and in society in general. Tea drinking would accompany aristocratic activities such as composing poems, tending flowers, or simply appreciating nature. Vietnamese people generally favor lighter teas with flower fragrance, such as green tea or floral-scented white tea.
Vietnamese teas are produced in many areas that have been known for tea-house "retreats". Vietnam has the world's oldest trees, dating back to 1000 years.[1]
BAIYUE Tea & Tribes — Google review
The perfect way to finish the night, this red tea is amazing I totally recommend it, the taste is so good and I just love it. Thank you guys. Also the place is super nice, very close and peaceful at the same time!!!
mariana alfaro — Google review
This is definitely a hidden gem near Ha Giang, offering an authentic Vietnamese tea experience. The ambiance is cozy and inviting, with traditional Tea and friendly staff. Their selection of teas sourced from northern Vietnam is exceptional with an option to buy some souvenirs. Don't miss out on this delightful taste of Vietnam!
Ole — Google review
We visited and experienced a tea tasting. (We wrote a mail first).
We even got some dinner (Tet festival specialty). We bought some tea as a souvenir. So if you are in the area and you like tea - we highly recommend!!!
Linda Katz — Google review
what should i say about here shall i call it home far away from home the moment i came in here first i felt peace a tremendous vibe. the calmness the sound of the forest and the sound of birds people doing music . nothing that powerful as the man who is the back bone of this place The one and only Mr Hung his vision , thoughts and his vigor and vitality at his age has surprised me the most and hence in. blink of an eye i felt i should call a father figure and did call him papa Nd he accepted it with a smile. the man who attends to every nitty gritty in the place not idle but walks around addressing every issues foresees them even checking if people / guests are taken care right way wish if i had half the potential of him . not the last but the least the 2 young girls who works here as i saw from the morning i open my eyes they are on the job watching them.working for the keep up of the place i went a asked them can i be a helping hand and the reply came in not thank u we are good and back to the hard toil of the day and then come the superwomen who can do almost everything like riding an electric wheel barrow to anything bringing down a tree and if given a chance could be a builder to make structures gosh i would recommend this place with all my hearts experience it is what is say from mountain climbs and trips to villages and even the ha giang loop they does and arrange everything Guys at tea house stay the same you are Rocking.
Sunil Menon — Google review
One of the best tea drinking experiences I've ever experienced! I've been to Korea, Japan and China and tasted the best of the best. To that end,the quality of tea here is the definitely some of the best in Asia from what I've experienced. The tea is grown locally and roasted just across the street. The hospitality of the indigenous staff and knowledge of local customs, flora/fauna make this a must stop on any journey in the Vietnamese Highlands.
Jimmy Truong — Google review
A great place to learn about tea culture, tast the best cups of tea and exploire the ancestral Shan tea mountains of hill-tribes in Ha Giang.
Let's visit here to enjoy ^_^
Khai Trinh Cao — Google review
Amazing tea, great place to enjoy the locally harvested and produced tea. It is located in a beautiful area. The people are so friendly and hospitable. If you are going past take a break. Or, if you can spare a day, ask about going on a tour to learn about the local tribes and their tea habit and spend a night at the hotel. Highly recommended!:)
Duong Lam is a small, ancient village located outside of Hanoi, Vietnam that has retained its historic charm and cultural significance. It is known for its well-preserved architecture and traditional way of life, with houses made from laterite blocks and wooden beams, narrow alleyways, old temples, and communal wells. The village also holds great historical value as the birthplace of two Vietnamese kings in the 10th century.
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Ba Be National Park Tour
National park
Nature & Parks
Protected forest around a freshwater lake with cliffs & caves, home to pangolins & black bears.
Beautiful scenery. It's stunning to ride the boat on Ba Be lake, especially when you going through the cave. It's worth for a visit to this beautiful place.
Mi Hoang — Google review
A Moonlight Boat Ride
Have you ever thought about riding a boat in a huge lake full of moonlight? That is sure a romantic moment. It may help you imagine this picture, the journey advertisement that I got from the Line a while ago.
... Couple Boat Line is offering a new romantic boat that you all can enjoy. We have a special deal all night round on our couple boat. This special one night Couple Boat leaves from the edge and stops at the center of the lake. There is so much for all of you to see and feel.
On the boat, we have a variety of great food for dinner and night. We also have lots of lovely and deep gifts. There are candles and music in all your own spaces. For those who love experiencing loneliness, we arrange a sad private view that makes them feel personal. Experience their silence night is not the only feeling the people can have. They can touch the light waves in the lake or let themselves following in the shadow of the moon. There is a variety of beverages people can enjoy a full night.
In the center of the lake, you can even sleep, eat, and drink while you see all the beautiful sight. With several hours on the boat, you can have plenty of time to explore your deep inside. Does this sound romantic? It is! So when it's time to plan your next trip. Remember our Couple Boat Line. It will be a trip you will never forget.
Bùi Đức Cường — Google review
Ba Be is a surprisingly low key tourist destination, a picture perfect mountain lake surrounded by gorgeous scenery. The main accommodation options are simple homestays in a small hilltribe village. It's a lovely place, but sadly, while the lake is nice to look at, there's not much to do, really. Boat trips are more geared towards domestic tour groups and quite pricey, and I didn't find any suitable place for a nice swim anywhere around.
Andre Schoch — Google review
To get the most out of this park, a boat ride is a must. From afar, it doesn’t look much but as the boat take you closer, the details comes out. No matter how good the pictures are, it does not do this park any justice. Definitely need to see it for yourself.
Khan Tran — Google review
We enjoyed our homestay and boat and walking tour
Maria Corea-Gray — Google review
Took a short boat ride to the temple island, bit expensive at 300k each plus 70k each for park fees plus bike parking. Beautiful lake, probably worth the extra dong to get up to the Falls and through the cave.
Ken Winning — Google review
Enjoyed the boat tour and the walk along the rice field. Swimming in the lake is an amazing experience.
Mary Ann Sales — Google review
The experience is incredible and it is a lake in the middle of north eastern Vietnam. It is great and there are boats transporting you between points of the lake. However, there is not much to do there else ways and not many tourists either. It is very inaccessible though, as we got there on a bus transporting food although we left from Sapa. We also rented a motorbike which was not the best idea considering it is very rainy and muddy and we got very hurt.
Marie-Christine Anton — Google review
Nice national park north Vietnam, authentic homestays to relax and enjoy this natural area
John J — Google review
Not the easiest place to get around as a solo traveller, using the local buses, but if you want to get away from the more popular tourist routes then I recommend it. The homestays will help you get a boat on the lake. When it's hot and humid, it's great to get on the water.
Sam Millichap — Google review
Lots of places to explore,well worth the trip from Hanoi and the homestays are comfortable and better than expected.
Ash — Google review
Nice scenery, boat cruise to Puong cave is great!
Sinhbalotravel — Google review
Ba Bè lake is an autentic place in the north of Vietnam, nothing turistic at all! It's pretty wild there...and that makes this place even more beautiful!
We stayed in a homestay in the middle of nowhere, so unreal!
I have so many beautiful memories there...
ROBERTA PAIELLA — Google review
This is the largest natural lake in North Vietnam situated in the remote mountains accessible by narrow and winding mountain roads
Accommodation in this National Park is by way of numerous home stays. Our lodging is clean and food is good by local standards
Boating facilities are available for a modest fee
E S Yeo — Google review
Ba Be national park is huge natural reserve in North Vietnam. We were told it is more than 23000 hectares in size. One of the highlight is the Ba Be lake which is a natural lake amidst limestone cliffs. There are also few beautiful caves and waterfalls. So refreshing to go on a long boat ride on the lake. There are lot of trekking trails around Ba Be lake and these are a must do. There are also bicycle tours to go around the lake. The road is pretty good and hardly there is traffic. Visit the Ba Be tourism centre at the entrance of the national park to get more details.