When it comes to green tourist destinations in the North of our country, you will easily remember the Northwest provinces such as Ha Giang, Moc Chau (Son La), … But in recent years, many tourists have and are looking for a cool green paradise located in the Northeast with pristine, majestic beauty, and delicious specialties. Nowhere else is the green pearl Cao Bang – one of the top provinces of the country.

So what does Cao Bang tourism have that “cut the heart” of so many guests from afar? Let’s discover the secret of traveling to the mountains and forests with MoMo in this Cao Bang travel experience sharing article!

• Things you need to know before setting foot in Cao Bang.
• The best time to travel to Cao Bang.
• How to get to Cao Bang?
• Book Cao Bang hotel quickly right on MoMo.
• Top places to check-in when coming to Cao Bang.
• Delicious specialties in Cao Bang.
• Note to know when traveling to Cao Bang.

Let’s experience the majestic mountains through the following Cao Bang travel review (@Hien Phung Thu)

1. Things you need to know before coming to Cao Bang

Cao Bang is known as a mountainous province located in the Northeast region of our country, adjacent to China with a border of over 300km long. Not only that, Cao Bang is also a place with 90% topography of rugged hills and mountains, divided by a dense system of rivers and deep valleys. It is this feature that has brought this place a surprisingly majestic natural beauty, with the power to “cut the heart” of countless tourists from afar.

In addition, Cao Bang is also a land imbued with a long revolutionary tradition with a long history of heroic battles. This place is considered the origin of the Vietnamese Revolution, because it is the place where President Ho Chi Minh lived and worked after returning home, determined to regain independence for the nation and gave birth to the poem “The scene of Pac Bo”. ” famous.

In addition, Cao Bang is also known for its folk songs and unique customs and festivals, making tourists passionate about culture forget the way home.

Refer to MoMo’s self-sufficient travel experience of Cao Bang (@vietnamtourismboard)

2. What is the most beautiful season to travel to Cao Bang?

Although Cao Bang is favored by nature with many beautiful scenes, it is not always possible to visit and fully enjoy the immense scenery of the mountains and forests. Because the climate in Cao Bang is divided into 2 seasons: the rainy season lasts from April to September and the dry season from October to March next year. However, visitors who come to this “green pearl” think that every season, Cao Bang also has a very unique beauty.

But to be able to capture all the beauty of Cao Bang, the most ideal travel time will be from August to September every year. At that time, the weather will be extremely cool, with little rain, convenient for moving and exploring all the scenic spots. At this time, the famous waterfalls in Cao Bang will also be “active” with abundant water, bringing an extremely majestic landscape. Thanks to that, you will easily get virtual check-in photos at one of the most beautiful waterfalls in Vietnam.

In addition, if you want to go to the blooming season, full of mountains and forests, you can go to Cao Bang in the last two months of the year. At this time, buckwheat flowers and wild sunflowers will compete to bloom, like a picture of a brilliant mountain region. In case you want to experience the cold of winter, admire the white snow that clears the whole sky, you can come here in winter at Phia Oac National Park.

When is the best season to travel to Cao Bang? (@benz.mind)

3. How to travel to Cao Bang?

3.1. Moving to Hanoi

Cao Bang is located in the east of the North and about 280km from Hanoi, so it is most convenient for you to stop in the capital first. To be able to move from other provinces to Hanoi, you can choose between many different means, but to save the most time is still to travel by plane.

You can easily find any direct flights of countless airlines to go from all over the country to Hanoi. At MoMo, simply by accessing the Travel – Travel feature, you can book air tickets of all domestic airlines with a variety of time frames and prices, carefree choice.

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3.2. Moving to Cao Bang

Coach

From Hanoi to Cao Bang, there are many means of transportation from buses, cars, to motorbikes. In which, passenger car is the most optimal choice in terms of both cost and time. You can also easily find the right bus for your schedule on MoMo at the Travel – Commute feature thanks to the variety of bus operators as well as departure times. Bus fares from Hanoi to Cao Bang are only from 300,000 VND/pax/way.

Private vehicles

For those who want to travel by car or motorbike to fully experience the beautiful roads, they can rent a car in Hanoi to move to Cao Bang. Motorbike rental in Hanoi is about 120,000 VND/day.

Particularly for large tourist groups, with a driver’s license, you can rent a self-driving car at MoMo to start the journey. Travel – Travel feature of MoMo has many reputable car rental options with affordable prices, simple procedures.

Detailed directions for cars: From Hanoi, you can run in the direction of Hanoi – Lang Son highway, then follow Highway 4 to Cao Bang.

Detailed directions for motorbikes: Travelers traveling by motorbike can move in the direction of Thanh Tri bridge, on the Hanoi – Thai Nguyen highway. Then, you continue to take Thai Nguyen – Cho Moi highway to Bac Kan, follow QL3 to go to Phu Thong – Ngan Son – Cao Bang.

To travel by motorbike or car, do not forget to prepare all the necessary travel items and thoroughly check the vehicle from the rental unit to ensure maximum for your long distance trip!

@motor_suguri

4. Cao Bang Hotel

Just a new stop for tourists recently, Cao Bang does not have a “massive” hotel and resort system like many other tourist cities. However, you can rest assured that this place still has a full range of choices from homestays, to budget hotels, as well as 3-star accommodation with very “stable” quality for the price. Here are a few suggestions for Cao Bang hotels that are loved by MoMo’s followers.

Max Boutique Hotel

With the 3-star hotel segment, Max Boutique Hotel will be an ideal stopover for you to enjoy your family trip. The hotel has a minimalistic but still luxurious layout with the main gray – white tones. In addition, Max Boutique also provides guests with the most comfortable travel experience with full facilities and a restaurant serving specialties right inside the hotel.

• Address: 117 Vuon Orange, Hop Giang Ward, Cao Bang.
• Room rate: From 1,500,000 VND/room/night.

Max Boutique Hotel (@starsolutions.vn)

Jeanne Hotel

In the better price segment for groups of friends and families who want to optimize costs, Jeanne Hotel will be a reasonable choice. The interior of this Cao Bang hotel has yellow and wood tones, bringing a cozy and comfortable feeling to guests. Another plus point is that the hotel is located near the center of Cao Bang city, so it is surrounded by all necessary facilities such as food stores, banks, ATMs or laundry shops.

• Address: 99 Kim Dong, Hop Giang Ward, Cao Bang.
• Room rate: From 500,000 VND/room/night.

Jeanne Hotel (@caobangtourism.vn)

Bao Lac Homestay

If you want to find places to stay imbued with local culture, or you simply want to experience interesting things that cannot be found in regular hotels, Bao Lac Homestay will not disappoint you. Designed as a typical stilt house of the Northeast, this homestay has the choice of small rooms for two, or large family rooms with beds simply separated by a curtain. . In particular, in the corner of the house, there is also a warm fire stove next to a place to enjoy tea and eat rice with the characteristics of the Northern mountains.

Bao Lac Homestay is very suitable for large groups of friends who want to stay together. The feeling of dining in a house on stilts, next to the burning red fire that you only heard about in high school essays, will now become extremely memorable memories for your group!

• Address: Zone 1, Bao Lac, Cao Bang.
• Room rate: From 350,000 VND/room/night.

Bao Lac Homestay (@tripadvisor.com)

5. Top 7 must-try experiences when traveling to Cao Bang

Let’s learn about the most famous Cao Bang tourist attractions with MoMo, which will surely bring you the best experience when you come to explore this majestic mountainous region.

5.1. Admire the breathtakingly beautiful Ban Gioc Waterfall

Ban Gioc Waterfall is one of the waterfalls located on the Quy Son River, located in the border area between Vietnam and China. This place is known as one of the largest natural waterfalls in Southeast Asia with a height of more than 60m, of which the longest slope is up to 30m.

As MoMo mentioned in the previous section, the ideal time for you to visit Cao Bang is in August – September every year, because this is the time when Ban Gioc waterfall shows its full majesty. Large amounts of water from the river will billow and pour down through different high and low rock layers. The waterfall clusters are like a machine operating at full capacity amidst the blue sky, immense mountains and forests, all blending together, forming a surprisingly beautiful picture of water.

At the waterfall, you can also experience rafting to enjoy the scenery, or challenge yourself in kayaking activities on the green Quay Son river. Regardless of the activity, you will surely have a wonderful and unforgettable time here.

How to get there: From Cao Bang city, you will move along Ma Phuc Pass and Khau Lien Pass about 60km. When you come to Trung Khanh town, go about 30km, you will reach Ban Gioc waterfall.

Ban Gioc waterfall tour Cao Bang (@_southeastasia)

5.2. Vi vu on the dangerous Ma Phuc pass road

One of the activities that you should not miss when coming to Cao Bang is traveling on the Ma Phuc pass. The reason for the name Ma Phuc pass is because local people think that the image of 2 limestone rocks on Highway 3 up the pass looks like 2 horses lying prostrate and facing each other.

This road is known as the most beautiful pass in Cao Bang with a total length of more than 3.5km and a height of nearly 700m above sea level. Not only that, Ma Phuc pass also has 7 steep floors with winding sleeves. The two sides are high cliffs that make this stretch a stimulating challenge for the followers of the roads.

Ma Phuc Pass is one of the most attractive Cao Bang tourist attractions (@luxtour.com.vn)

5.3. Admire the beauty of Thang Hen Lake

Thang Hen Lake is a large natural freshwater lake located in Quoc Toan commune, Quang Hoa district, Cao Bang province with countless underground rivers and streams. Depending on the water level in each season, the lake will have a width of 100-300m and a length of 500-1000m. Not only that, the lake is also located at an altitude of 1500-1700m above sea level, so it is considered the highest natural freshwater lake in Vietnam.

In Tay language, Thang Hen lake also means “bee tail” lake, because when you look down from above, you will see the lake is shaped like a bee’s tail. This Cao Bang tourist attraction is famous for its peaceful beauty of the cool blue water, and many virtual check-in corners that bring you into the beautiful natural scenery such as: lonely cliffs, big lakes, beautiful lakes. Simple canoe boat, or blooming wild sunflower garden.

• How to get there: From Cao Bang city center, you move towards National Highway 3 for about 21km, then continue along provincial road 205 for another 4km. At that time, you will see a turn on the left, leading to the Thang Hen lake eco-tourism area. Then you only need to move about 8km on the pass to reach the lake.
• Ticket price: 30,000 VND/person.

Thang Hen Lake is a Cao Bang tourist destination that you cannot miss when coming here (@luxtour.com.vn@tinhtungtang_)

5.4. Nguom Ngao Cave – Cao Bang’s natural masterpiece

Nguom Ngao cave in Tay language means tiger cave, because locals believe that in the past, the cave was inhabited by many fierce tigers. However, another legend has it that the name Nguom Ngao may come from people standing in the cave and hearing the sound of water flowing like a tiger roar.

Nguom Ngao Cave was discovered in 1921 and started to be exploited for tourism since 1996. This is a limestone cave with magnificent beauty, created by Mother Nature about 400 million years ago and to Now there is no human influence. The cave has a total length of 2144m with 3 main gates: Nguom Ngao, Nguom Lom and Ban Thuon. A special feature of Nguom Ngao cave is that it is warm in winter and cool in summer, so you can rest assured that it is okay to travel in winter.

How to get there: From Cao Bang city, you will follow the Ma Phuc pass and Khau Lien pass to reach Ban Gioc waterfall. Then on the way near the waterfall, you turn to the provincial road 206 and go until you see the signpost leading to Nguom Ngao cave.

Nguom Ngao Cave – Cao Bang’s natural masterpiece (@dulamblog)

5.5. Experiencing camping trip at Than Eye Mountain

Mat Than Mountain (also known as Tung Mountain) belongs to the population of 36 Thang Hen lakes, this place is also one of the destinations not to be missed when traveling to Cao Bang. The origin of the name Thung Mountain comes from the special shape of the mountain with a circular hole at the top with a diameter of up to 50m. Besides that rustic name, this place is also called God’s Eye Mountain to show the unique look that nature has bestowed on this mountain.

When walking in the area around the mountain, you will also easily come across images of daily activities of Tay families; The unique scenes of houses on stilts and stone fences have always been stable over the years. If traveling to Cao Bang in the ripe rice season, you also have the opportunity to admire the ripe golden rice fields, prominently on which are buffaloes lying in the sun, bringing a peaceful countryside picture, helping you dispel the fatigue, the hustle and bustle of the city.

How to get there: From Thang Hen lake, you can ask local people to find Ban Danh hamlet. Then, when you follow the trail below the foot of the mountain, you can find the Eye of God mountain.

Experiencing camping trip at Than Eye Mountain (@h.hieeus_)

5.6. Visit Truc Lam Ban Gioc Buddhist Temple

Truc Lam Ban Gioc Buddhist Temple is the first temple built in the Northeastern border area.

The pagoda is only 500m from Ban Gioc waterfall.

So visitors can easily combine these two places on the same sightseeing journey.

In particular, when standing at the Truc Lam Phat Tich Pagoda and looking out into the distance, you will capture the entire majestic mountain scene of Cao Bang.

The area of ​​the pagoda is about 3 hectares with the typical architecture of Vietnamese temples with the three-way gate, bell tower, drum floor, To and Mother church, etc.

There is also a temple of President Ho Chi Minh. , General Vo Nguyen Giap and many other heroes resounding in the history books.

Buddha Tich Pagoda Truc Lam Ban Gioc is one of Cao Bang’s tourist attractions that you should visit (@canadaniittekita)

5.7. Khuoi Ky ancient stone village

Cao Bang tourism has not only natural places but also a 400-year-old ancient village, which still retains its ancient and somewhat mysterious beauty. That is Khuoi Ky ancient stone village, only about 3km from Ban Gioc Waterfall and about 100km from Cao Bang city center.

When you hear about a village, you will easily think of a place with hundreds of households living in harmony, but in fact there are only 14 Tay ethnic households. They lived and lived inside stone houses built between 1594 and 1677 when the Mac dynasty came to Cao Bang to build a rampart and protect the country.

Khuoi Ky ancient stone village (@touyenn99)

6. Cao Bang specialties must-try

If you have traveled to Cao Bang, you certainly cannot miss the opportunity to enjoy the specialties of the Tay people, along with delicious dishes with the style of the Northern mountains. Let MoMo show you the names on the gold board that can’t be missed!

6.1. Cao Bang rolls

Unlike the way to eat banh cuon in the South and North, which is to sprinkle fish sauce on the cake, in Cao Bang, people will enjoy this familiar dish with bone broth. The crust is thinly coated, but still very supple, fragrant with rice, wrapped with some minced meat and served with a cup of broth with poached eggs, pork rolls, and coriander. When eating, you can pick up a little bit of pickled bamboo shoots with honey to enhance the unique flavor of this dish.

It will not be an exaggeration to say that you have missed a unique cuisine of the Northeast mountains when coming to Cao Bang without trying this banh cuon!

Cao Bang roll cake is a specialty of Cao Bang that you should not miss (@namhoang2210)

6.2. Pancakes

The cake has a crispy sticky rice crust and the filling is made from seasoned duck meat. When serving to diners, the owner will cut the cake into small pieces and serve it with a cup of sweet and sour dipping sauce, pickled papaya and herbs.

Banh Bao Chao is one of the most famous Cao Bang delicacies (@thanhnien.vn)

6.3. Ant egg cake (Peng Ray)

This unique cake is a specialty of Cao Bang in April – May. Because at that time, the forest black ants will grow very strongly, so the ant eggs are especially delicious and greasy.

The way to make ant egg cake is also quite simple: ant eggs after being cleaned will be fragrant with onions, a little minced pork, crushed peanuts, and finely chopped palanquin leaves for filling.

The crust is made from upland glutinous rice and wrapped with young leaves outside to always keep the fragrant plasticity.

Cao Bang mountain specialties – Ant egg cake (Peng Ray) (Source: @ngocanhngxx)

6.4. Banh Coong Phu (Cao Bang floating cake)

In winter, this snack is very popular with many tourists because of its seductive aroma.

Bringing with it the sweet taste of warm hot sugar water, dispelling the cold in the highlands.

However, Cao Bang people will especially use Pi Pet sticky rice or Huong sticky rice mixed with a little plain rice to increase its flexibility.

After that, the sticky mixture will be built into a powder and kneaded into small round cakes, served with hot sugar water and a few crushed ginger branches.

On the days of the winter solstice, many households in Cao Bang also use banh conong phu to offer to the altar to show their children’s gratitude to their ancestors.

Coong Phu (Cao Bang floating cake) (@2dep.vn)

6.5. Sticky rice filling

You can easily find this sticky rice dish anywhere in Cao Bang during filling season (around July – August every year).

When enjoying, you will feel the fleshy taste of fillings.

Sticky rice filling (@bagiahamchoi)

Is that enough reason for you to come and enjoy the typical dishes of this Cao Bang land? Hurry up and save with MoMo to plan a bombardment of these Northeast delicacies!

7. Note when traveling to Cao Bang

• Should prepare suitable, lightweight seasonal clothes when traveling to Cao Bang.
• It is necessary to bring items such as: raincoats, hats, cotton shirts, maps, spare batteries, medicines and insect sprays for unexpected cases.
• It is necessary to bring full identification documents because Cao Bang is an important border area.
• The roads in Cao Bang are mainly pass roads, so you need to have a steady steering wheel, fully equipped with protective gear and check the car carefully to avoid damage along the way.
• You need to learn a little about the customs and habits of the local people so as not to commit taboos when visiting.

To make Cao Bang travel to conquer the mountains smooth and enjoyable, you can access the Travel – Travel feature on MoMo to reserve a hotel room, air ticket or even pre-rent a car. drive. Everything you need is always full of options, just a few simple steps and you are ready for a visit to the beautiful Cao Bang to “heartbreaking” already!