Cao Bang Overview

As a beautiful land with overlapping mountains and pristine rocky plateaus in the Northeast, Cao Bang not only has a rich history and culture, is a heroic battlefield in wartime, but also has many many beautiful landscapes.

Cao Bang - Green pearl of Northeast Vietnam
Cao Bang - A hidden green pearl of Vietnam's mountainous area

Coming to Cao Bang, visitors can experience many different types of tourism with many eco-tourism areas, many scenic spots, national parks, and unique conservation areas, these factors are the things that hold visitors back every time they come to Cao Bang tourist sites.

Cao Bang is a place with a cool climate throughout 4 seasons of the year, very suitable for rest and relaxation.

The peaceful beauty of Cao Bang
The peaceful beauty of Cao Bang 

Besides, Cao Bang is also famous for its rich and diverse cuisine. This is also a factor attracting tourists to Cao Bang.

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What to do and what to see

For the best trip, you might be concerned about things to do in Cao Bang. Let’s spend time exploring this issue with Asia Private Travels!

Pac Bo relic site

After going through the entrance gate, visitors may witness the landmark of the Ho Chi Minh route, which runs north-south and is located across from the Uncle Ho Memorial place. You must pass through Pac Bo village in order to go to Mack Mountain and Lenin Stream.

Pac Bo in Cao Bang - Ho Chi Minh's cave & stunning stream
Pac Bo in Cao Bang - Ho Chi Minh's cave & stunning stream

After passing past Pac Bo village, you will see Mount Mack and the Lenin stream in front of you. Uncle Ho used to live there, work there, and lead the revolution. To get there, follow the crystal-clear water upstream to Coc Bo cave. The stone table where Uncle Ho worked is one of several historical locations nearby.

Ban Gioc Waterfall

The boundary between Vietnam and China is divided by Ban Gioc, which is the largest waterfall in Vietnam. To get close enough to properly appreciate this waterfall's breathtaking splendor, you must hire a boat and travel to its foot. The most stunning waterfall in Vietnam is the Ban Gioc waterfall.

The majesty of Ban Gioc Waterfall
The majesty of Ban Gioc Waterfall

When huge blocks of water flow down the limestone steps, sending white water hitting halfway over the mountain, the waterfall displays the great majesty of nature. With steam rising up to create a fantastic fog, this sight is highly lyrical and reminds one of a scene from a Wonderland film. Let’s take a Hanoi to Ban Gioc Waterfall tour to explore this wonderful site!

Khuoi Ky ancient stone village

Unique Khuoi Ky stone village of Tay Cao Bang people
Unique Khuoi Ky stone village of Tay Cao Bang people

Nearly 100 miles from the Cao Bang city center, the ancient stone village is situated approximately 3 kilometers from the Ban Gioc waterfall. 14 Tay ethnic communities are located in Khuoi Ky village, where they have lived in stone-stilted homes for hundreds of years. These stone stilt homes were constructed between 1594 and 1677, during the Mac dynasty.

Ma Phuc Pass

Ma Phuc Pass, the most beautiful pass in Cao Bang
Ma Phuc Pass, the most beautiful pass in Cao Bang

Ma Phuc is the most picturesque pass in Cao Bang province and a check-in location in Cao Bang that astounds tourists with the majesty of nature. The pass is situated in the Tra Linh area, is about 3.5 km long, and rises to an altitude of 700 m above sea level. Ma Phuc pass, as its name implies, "squeezes" between limestone mountains and valleys, giving the impression of a horse. Ma Phuc is also included in Cao Bang Global Geopark's list of geologically significant sites, which is recognized by UNESCO.

Phuc Sen Blacksmithing Village

Phuc Sen forging village has established a strong reputation among visitors thanks to its long history. Phuc Sen forging village, a unique tourist site in Cao Bang, has taken advantage of its location on the highway linking Cao Bang City with Ban Gioc Waterfall to draw visitors from all over the world.

Phuc Sen Blacksmithing village - The thousand-year-old forging village of the Nung people
Phuc Sen Blacksmithing Village - The thousand-year-old forging village of the Nung people

Visitors are impressed with Phuc Sen Forging Village, a popular tourist spot in Cao Bang, at first glance. The reason why the locals have held on to blacksmithing for so long is that they wish to preserve the culture, way of life, and traditions that have been followed for many generations, in addition to doing it as a means of supporting their families.

What to eat and what to drink

When visiting Cao Bang, don't forget to sample local specialties including five-color sticky rice, stewed chicken or pork legs with chestnuts, and roasted duck.

Colorful sticky rice in Cao Bang
Colorful sticky rice in Cao Bang

Cao Bang's specialty is sour pho. The meal also includes fried yams. Only in Bac Kan and Cao Bang can you get this large, fluffy, and delicious potato. Basil, coriander, cucumber, peanuts, honeysuckle leaves, and basil leaves are all indispensable flavors.

The Ban Gioc waterfall is known for its wonderful grilled fish, which is widely available in the Trung Khanh market. Clean the fish, slice open the belly, stuff it with onions, dill, and chile, wrap it in banana leaves, and grill it over coals. The scent of the grilled fish will make you never forget!

Delicious Ban Gioc Grilled fish in Cao Bang
Delicious Ban Gioc Grilled fish in Cao Bang

Chestnuts from Chongqing are a seasonal gift that should not be missed. Chestnuts are cooked before being dry roasted, peeled, and filled by the Cao Bang people. The sticky rice is combined with the kernels, which have been pounded into a powder. The flavorful taste of the chestnuts and the nuggets' scent make the meal appealing.

Hangging Cao Bang smoke pork
Hangging Cao Bang smoke pork 

Particularly, smoked meat is simple to find and purchase in Cao Bang City as gifts. Pork is smoked over charcoal and sugar cane to give it a beautiful red color and distinctive aroma. The meat has been marinated in spices, rock ginger, and wild honey.

When to visit

You surely don’t want bad weather will ruin your perfect Vietnam tour, so let’s take time to find out the best month to visit Cao Bang!

Traveling to Cao Bang in spring

How beautiful Cao Bang in spring!
How beautiful Cao Bang is in spring!

In the spring, Cao Bang is surrounded by a chilly climate filled with innumerable green buds and numerous flowering plants. However, it should be noted that during this time of year, the weather in the highlands may be extremely unpredictable; occasionally, there can be showers that are not heavy but continue for a long time. To avoid having your trip to Cao Bang spoiled, we suggest that you check the weather frequently.

Going to Cao Bang in the summer

If you are looking to know which season to go to Cao Bang, summer will be a good suggestion for you. Because while the temperature in the delta is now "scorching", the climate here is still quite cool, ranging from 25 to 30 degrees Celsius, because of countless green trees and mountains.

Tranquility of Cao Bang in summer
The tranquility of Cao Bang in Summer

Moreover, when coming to Cao Bang in the summer, you can also immerse yourself in the cool and clear water to dispel the sweltering heat, sit under the canopy of an old tree to enjoy the wind and listen to the stream sound, or enjoy the apricots, ripe red plums, juicy and sweet, what could be happier?

Going to Cao Bang in autumn

The fall, from August to October, is often regarded as the ideal time to visit Cao Bang, according to many reviews. Because the temperature is cool at this time of year and the rice fields are ripe and shining in the sky. The valleys brighten the entire area like a huge golden carpet.

Traveling to Cao Bang in winter

Winter in Cao Bang
River in Cao Bang on winter

Cao Bang is transformed into a lyrical, fairy-tale place in the months of November and December by buckwheat blooms and wild sunflowers. In addition, travelers may stroll through the enchanting and vivid yellow maple forest when they come here in the winter, so if you're unsure about when to visit Cao Bang, winter will also be a lovely time to go.

Wearing thick and tight clothing will help keep your body warm in the winter, when the temperature on the mountain is extremely low and mostly dry, and certain high peaks may also have snow and ice.

Tours

Ninh Binh tour

With limestone mountains all around it, Ninh Binh was formerly chosen by three different dynasties to be the nation's capital. Ninh  Binh is one of the best places to visit in Vietnam because this place is blessed with three different types of terrain: coastal plains, low-lying lowlands, and hilly and semi-mountainous regions. Therefore, this area has a wealth of different natural features, making it an ideal habitat for a variety of animals and plants, many of which are classified on the Red Data List of Vietnam and the world.

Hanoi tour

When many people think about Hanoi, they think of the ancient characteristics of the old town and historical landmarks from various feudal periods. Hanoi, however, nevertheless has the vibrant pace of a city that is developing every day. Hanoi has a vibrant atmosphere that would draw in any tourist thanks to its youthful and bustling features. Therefore, Hanoi must be included in your Vietnam itinerary!

Halong Bay tour

Halong Bay is a special area with a special history because it is both a work of art and holds significant remaining from the formation and growth of the ancient Vietnamese people. Thousands of rocky islands in different sizes and forms, as well as several intriguing caverns, combine with the vast shape of nature to create a world that is both colorful and enigmatic. Halong Bay is also home to hundreds of extraordinarily rich and diversified species of flora and animals, as well as a high concentration of biodiversity with characteristic ecosystems. It’s quite near from Hanoi to Halong Bay, so you shouldn’t miss this place.

Ha Giang tour

Cao Bang is a must-visit place in Northeast Vietnam
Cao Bang is a must-visit in Northeast Vietnam

If you are looking for other attractive places to visit in Vietnam, Ha Giang - the Northern land of the country is always a destination that is extremely popular with tourists. When you take a trip to Ha Giang, you will admire the stunning landscapes and the most brilliant flower seasons. Besides, there is beauty in the culture of ethnic minorities. Let's explore this beautiful land with Asia Private Travels!

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