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Why you’ll love this trip?
Hike through spectacular rice paddies, waterfalls, mountains, and lush green hills while meeting local ethnic minority communities. Gain a deeper understanding of the Dien Bien Phu battlefield through its terrain and remaining war relics in Muong Thanh Valley. Explore charming villages of Dien Bien Phu by car or motorbike and learn about traditional Thai culture. Experience peaceful countryside life in Northwest Vietnam, surrounded by endless paddy fields and mountain ranges. Breathe fresh mountain air and escape the noise and pressure of daily life. The Battle of Dien Bien Phu was a decisive confrontation between the French Union forces and the Viet Minh, leading to the end of French colonial rule in Indochina in 1954. Its historical importance lies in its strategy, terrain, and lasting impact rather than physical difficulty. Muong Phang, near the Laos border, was a key secret base of the Viet Minh during the campaign. From here, General Vo Nguyen Giap directed the operation and made critical strategic decisions that contributed to the historic victory.
Overview
Meeting at the hotel lobby and drive out to visit the Dien Bien Phu historical sites; the battle cemetery, the museum which displays events in the war against the French in 1954 and then continue on to visit some French positions such as Hill A1, Muong Thanh Bridge (the bailey bridge!), General De Castrie's bunker, an artillery base nearby as well as the memorial Victory Statue on the Dominique hill.
AFTERNOON:
Take a 25 km drive up mountains to visit the headquarter of the Vietnamese during the battle 1954. Walk through the forest and on the paved trail to visit the place where Gen.Vo Nguyen Giap and his chief commanders worked.
On the way back we will stop over at Pa Khoang Reservoir covers an area of about 2,400 hectares which is set in a beautiful landscape of natural forest. Boating to visit the orchids island, sightseeing a large atmosphere green areas with surrounding forest and mountains.
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4:30 PM. Return to Dien Bien Phu. On the way, you will visit a place where Viet Minh started to haul canon and artilleries up hill during the French war; and also we will visit one Thai tribal village. Walk at leisure, photograph and meet the local people and children.
Then we will dine and perhaps share some rice wine with a family in one of thestilt houses. You would have a chance for desire drinking, traditional dishes…
After dinner an entertainment of Xoe dancing and Bamboo dancing (Mua Sap) can be arranged. This is usually performed around an open flame (extra payment is charged if you wish to organise)
Finish the show and return to your hotel.
Say good bye and end the trip.
Note: The Thai minority is one of the ethnic groups living in the Northwest region. They live and cultivate near the forest and stream areas that is to facilitate agricultural activities and fishing. Stilt houses are a characteristic traditional feature of their culture.
In their daily lives, the Thai people mainly engage in agriculture, growing rice, sugarcane, and raising livestock. They also have traditional handicrafts such as weaving fabric, knitting fishing gear, and hunting tools.
We are pleased to design the tours according to the time and based on what your expections!
Important Note: Price depends on group size and current conversions are approximate.The exact amount will be confirmed at the exchange rate when you sign the contract or confirm your booking.
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TOUR INCLUSIVE & EXCLUSIVE
- Private 7- 16 seated air-conditioned transfer.
- Experienced English-speaking tour guide.
- Meal: 01 lunch (without drinks) at local restaurants as specified (price: 150.000 VND/pax)
- 02 bottles of mineral water (500 ml)/pax/day
- Sightseeing, admission fees, entrance.
- VAT and service charge.
- Personal Expenses, hotel room, airfares
- All meals and beverage unspecified.
- All other services not clearly mentioned as included
- Travel insurance.
- Personal expenses, optional visit and other services unspecified
- Beverages & Tips for tour guide, driver
- Surcharge for a special occasion, local village shows, gala dinner on Christmas, New Year, etc.
- Private 7- 16 seated air-conditioned transfer.
- English or French-speaking guide service.
- Meal: 01 lunch (without drinks) at local restaurants as specified (price: 200.000 VND/pax)
- 02 bottles of mineral water (500 ml)/pax/day
- Sightseeing, admission fees, entrance.
- VAT and service charge.
- Personal Expenses, hotel room, airfares
- All meals and beverage unspecified.
- All other services not clearly mentioned as included
- Travel insurance.
- Personal expenses, optional visit and other services unspecified
- Beverages & Tips for tour guide, driver
- Surcharge for a special occasion, local village shows, gala dinner on Christmas, New Year, etc.
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