Ba Be Lake Travel Guide

Ba Be Lake or Ba Be National Park located in Bac Can Province, 240km from Hanoi and covers more than 23,000 hectares boasting waterfalls, rivers, deep valleys, lakes and caves set amid towering peaks. The whole area is home to many ethnic minority communities. Ba Be Lake is in fact three lakes linked by wide channels, about 8km long and 400m wide. The surface is always calm, making a boat trip a peaceful experience.

To reach Ba Be, it is an approximately it is an approximately six to eight -hour drive on rough road but excellent scenery compensated.

What to do?
Highlights of Ba Be National Park are peaceful boat trips on the lake, visits at nearby tourist spots such as Puong Cave and Dau Dang Waterfall and trekking to minority villages. Basic homestay at villages in the park is also a great experience. Further north of Ba Be is Cao Bang Province , a remote area where you can see authentic ethnic minority lifestyle as well as the famous Ban Gioc Waterfall .

When to go?
The best time to visit Ba Be Lake is during the dry season (winter and spring). In the wet season, the lake takes up water from the Nang River and regularly flooded. If travel at the time of Long Tong Festival on the 10th and 11th days of the first lunar month, there are traditional games and performance of surrounding ethnic tribal groups.

Travel Tips
Homestay condition is basic. Mattresses and mosquito nets are provided. Your checklists should be good walking shoes, raincoats, insect repellent and sunscream.
Van Cao
Indochina Travel Service

Holidays In Vietnam

Where do you want to travel in your holidays?
You want to trek, to kayak, to cruise, to discovery minority people life?
Have you travel around Vietnam?
In my country- we have a lot of places to discovery
In the North
+ You can do Trekking - the best place for trekking is Sapa, in there you can sleep in minority house in Ta Van area, to conquer Fansipan,...
+ You can also do Kayaking - the best place is Halong bay, you should relax in the luxury hotels in there.
+ Or Biking in the north west of Vietnam or Ninh Binh

In the Centre:
+ you can have some relax time in some beach such as Lang Co beach, Cu Lao Cham beach or Nha Trang beach.
+ One of the "must sees" is Hoi An ancient town, in there you should visit My Son, boat trips to handicraft village,...

In the South:
+ Biking to explore Mekong delta is specialiss, to discovery the local life
+ Celebrate your honeymoon in Da lat, Nha Trang - the romantic cities.
+ the South is also famous for beaches such as Mui Ne, Phu Quoc,... Thus, the beach is a perfect place for relax after a long adventure tour through Vietnam.
For more information you see in here http://www.indochinatravelservice.com/Vietnam/
Hope this help you to decide where you should to travel on your holidays

Beach Breaks In Vietnam

Nowadays, everything seems to be faster and faster day by day. It makes us tired. And the holidays are very important to recover our energy.
But choosing a holiday's destinations are not easy.

In Vietnam, you have special memories which you have never forgotten.
As you may know, my country has a lot of beautiful landscapes and private long beaches, and unique stylish resorts . You will be greeted by impressive & friendly smile around our country.
Here are the "can’t be missed" destinations:

Cat Ba Island
Located at 170 km east of Hanoi, Cat Ba is considered a beautiful wonder on earth and recognized as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. There you can see a spectacular array of sea and islands scenery. Completely relax but optional tours to explore the town available.

Getaway at secluded Van Chai (Fishing village)
Tired with Hanoi hustle and bustle, toward the south to Ninh Binh, you can take a leisure boat tour on a peaceful river which is named as Halong Bay on Land. You should visit Hoa Lu Citadel, relax in boat to Tam Coc, travel some Sam Son highlights, and enjoy the private beach, the local and peaceful scenery.

Nha Trang relaxation and exploration
Among destinations over Vietnam, Nha Trang is always one of the most wanted selections with beautiful beaches. There, you can visit fishing village, do a lot of activities available such as water sports, snorkeling, boating, and diving.
Besides, you can relax with spa treatment, sunbath on the beach.
Especial , you can visit and spend limited your time at Whale Island with transparent water, coral and coconut trees underline the tropical exoticism, It owns 23 traditional bungalows, which are constructed in bamboo with sea sightseeing.
Whale island resort is the perfect spot for either relaxation or water activities: surfing, sailing, kayaking.

Phan Thiet - With white sand beaches
Where now is becoming a very popular destination for both local and oversea tourists thanks to beautiful stretches of beaches lined with swaying palm trees and “Sahara” vast red sand dunes.
Come to Phan Thiet, you will have cheerful moments at nice beaches with lots of entertainments. Fulfill your Vietnam holiday with a relaxation journey at Mui Ne. You have a relaxing and enjoying outdoor activities by ourselves. It's free and easy to discover and relax.
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Trekking In Vietnam

Do you like to trek? How many kilometer do you go?
If you are looking for active adventure holidays, I suggest you join a trekking in Vietnam.

Here are "must-see" trekking destinations in Vietnam:

Sapa - Where is really one of the most attracting tourists in Viet Nam.
The mountain terrain with magnificent scenery and rich nature, cool climate and colourful cultures of the ethnic minority peoples. There, you can trek to minority villages, to join the minority markets ( Can Cau, Coc Ly, Bac Ha), home-stay at Ta Van area, and especial you have opportunity to conquer Fansipan.

Mai Chau (Hoa Binh)
It's approximately 135 km from Hanoi and 60 km from Hoa Binh. It is the closest destination from Hanoi where we can meet ethnic minorities and admire the superb panorama surrounded by a green valley and stilt houses.
At Lac Village, travellers can have rustic overnight stays in thatched roofs stilt houses and enjoy the minority dances while drinking with long straws an alcoholic beverage called Ruou Can.

Ba Be lake
Where is about 300 km far from Ha Noi capital, about 50 km far from Bac Can city. Pre historic man called Ba Be lake “Natural best lake”. This area is a stunning view of terrace rice paddies, tea hills Palm leafs, waterfalls, Grottoes and beautiful stilt houses of the minorities. Not commercial but green, peaceful and quiet

Cuc Phuong National Park
Where is one of Vietnam’s most beautiful and important protected areas and easily accessible from Hanoi - only a 2 ½ hour journey by road. It is homes to hundreds of species of flora and fauna.Visiting the park is a terrific opportunity to get a close look at Vietnam’s nature and fees generated from tourism help protect the parks wildlife and improve the local economy.

Dalat - the romantic city
Where is a great area with comfortable atmosphere and climate, perfect for some outdoor adventure. The trekking trails here are a mix of easy to moderate. Be a real dirt bag! Spend 1 day in the pine forest and 2 days in the Jungle area to the south of Dalat

Nam Cat Tien
It is a national forest which located in three provinces Dong Nai,Lam Dong and Binh Thuan,has many rich and attravtive botanic and animals, is protected by the most strict methods.NCT has many kinds of millions years trees with more than 30m diameter. Stream,waterfall and mountain system is very gigantic and attracting…

KonTum and central highland - The hard adventure places
Arriving Kon Tum, we can visit a lot of Central highland’s mountain and forets’s beautifull sceneries such as Ngoc Linh mountain,Chu Mon Ray,Sa Thay wild forest,Dak Tre tourism region in Kon Plong district,hot water stream Dak To.
You have your reference in http://www.indochinatravelservice.com/Vietnam/Tour/Adventure_Tours/16.aspx

What do you think about a honeymoon in Vietnam?

Are you looking for a places to celebrate your honeymoon with your lover or find a special gift for your close-friend,...?
Have you thought a honeymoon in Vietnam?
Vietnam is a beautiful country where mountains, green rice paddies and crystal beaches make up a beautiful and exotic local. This Indochinese country is a perfect destination for newly -weds that wish to have a different sort of honeymoon trips.

If you are looking for a cruising trips. Here some recommends:
Ha long bay -The world natural heritage site.
With its 3000 islands rising from the clear, emerald waters of the Gulf of Tonkin, is one of Vietnam's natural marvels. The islands are dotted with innumerable beaches and grottoes created by the wind and waves. You have a fantastic cruising, a kayaking and swimming, sailing.
Nha Trang
Where is the most famous seaside resort-town of Vietnam and the idea place for fishing, snorkeling and scuba diving and relaxing in luxury resort. There you can explore Mun Island, Mot Island, Tam Island and visit Chai Village and challenge traditional bamboo boat.

If you are looking for a romantic trip. You should go to :
Dalat land of love stories
With cool weather and park –like environment, from years to years, Dalat becomes the familiar honeymoon spot and most –wanted destination of couples. Come to Dalat, you will have a chance to visit Lac minority villages, impressive waterfalls, colorful flowers and sometimes, just simply strolling around this nice city.

And special,if you're looking for perfect trips with exciting experience you can join the Vietnam Premier Tours .
You will visit he highlights of Vietnam, spent in Ho Chi Minh City- A large metropolis within the country. Here, you make a trip to Mekong Delta, which is Vietnam's largest rice producing area and delta region; then having relaxing and ultimate moments at hot destinations of local honeymoon travelers including Nha Trang, Dalat and Phan Thiet. Then impressed by Hoi An Heritage Site, Vietnam's capital city of Hanoi and especially, the thousands of limestone islands located in Ha Long Bay with extraordinary time together on luxury junk boat.
You have reference in http://www.indochinatravelservice.com/Vietnam/Tour/Honeymoon_Trips/21.aspx

Vietnam - New Cruising Destination In Asia

Not only the Europe and North America have a long beautiful and crystal beaches, where you can fishing, snorkeling and scuba diving, explore the caves, islands, and the local life.
And Vietnam- my country, we have a lot of places where you can discover by cruising. There are a "cann't be missed" destinations you should go to:

Ha long bay -The world natural heritage site:
With its 3000 islands rising from the clear, emerald waters of the Gulf of Tonkin, is one of Vietnam's natural marvels. The islands are dotted with innumerable beaches and grottoes created by the wind and waves.

Nha Trang
Where is the most famous seaside resort-town of Vietnam and the idea place for fishing, snorkeling and scuba diving. There you can explore Mun Island, Mot Island, Tam Island and visit Chai Village and challenge traditional bamboo boat.

The Mekong Delta is one of Vietnam's travel destinations.
The delta lies 50 miles south of Saigon (70 km). In the Mekong Delta, we can do many excursions around its canals, to floating markets and discover the river life of local people.Treat yourself to something exceptional - a memorable trip on the waterways of the vast Mekong Delta! While you are basking on the sun deck our friendly staff will pamper you with cool drinks and freshly cooked delicacies.

Saigon(Hochiminh city) to Phnom penh.
Where you can see pockets of river villages, children playing in the river, enjoy Cai Be Floating market, rice paper village, stilt houses on canals, rattan mats and slippers making factory river cruising in the Mekong Delta, offering unparalleled cruise experience, top notch excursions between Saigon and Phnom Penh.
You have reference in http://www.indochinatravelservice.com/Vietnam/Tour/Vietnam_Cruises/15.aspx

What do you think about a honeymoon in Vietnam?

Are you looking for a places to celebrate your honeymoon with your lover or find a special gift for your close-friend,...?
Have you thought a honeymoon in Vietnam?
Vietnam is a beautiful country where mountains, green rice paddies and crystal beaches make up a beautiful and exotic local. This Indochinese country is a perfect destination for newly -weds that wish to have a different sort of honeymoon trips.

If you are looking for a cruising trips. Here some recommends:
Ha long bay -The world natural heritage site.
With its 3000 islands rising from the clear, emerald waters of the Gulf of Tonkin, is one of Vietnam's natural marvels. The islands are dotted with innumerable beaches and grottoes created by the wind and waves. You have a fantastic cruising, a kayaking and swimming, sailing.
Nha Trang
Where is the most famous seaside resort-town of Vietnam and the idea place for fishing, snorkeling and scuba diving and relaxing in luxury resort. There you can explore Mun Island, Mot Island, Tam Island and visit Chai Village and challenge traditional bamboo boat.

If you are looking for a romantic trip. You should go to :
Dalat land of love stories
With cool weather and park –like environment, from years to years, Dalat becomes the familiar honeymoon spot and most –wanted destination of couples. Come to Dalat, you will have a chance to visit Lac minority villages, impressive waterfalls, colorful flowers and sometimes, just simply strolling around this nice city.

And special,if you're looking for perfect trips with exciting experience
You can join the Vietnam Premier Tours . You will visit he highlights of Vietnam, spent in Ho Chi Minh City- A large metropolis within the country. Here, you make a trip to Mekong Delta, which is Vietnam's largest rice producing area and delta region; then having relaxing and ultimate moments at hot destinations of local honeymoon travelers including Nha Trang, Dalat and Phan Thiet. Then impressed by Hoi An Heritage Site, Vietnam's capital city of Hanoi and especially, the thousands of limestone islands located in Ha Long Bay with extraordinary time together on luxury junk boat.
Van Cao
Indochina Travel Services
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