WHAT TO DO IN LUNG VAN?

Lung Van is located at the highest peak of Muong Bi. That is why this place is known as the "Roof of Muong Area". Being obstructed by traffic, perhaps that is why Lung Van retains its original wild beauty from ancient times. Visitors coming here not only have the opportunity to admire the nature of the mountains and forests, but also enjoy the fresh and pleasant space, helping you to feel extremely relaxed and comfortable.
The road to discover Lung Van is difficult, but always creates a strange attraction for any backpacker. Perhaps because of the clouds hovering around the traveler, mixed with the natural scenery of the mountains and forests. All create a beautiful fantasy picture. In particular, visitors can go to the highest position in Lung Van to admire the scene of clouds flying in the early morning, when the sun has not yet risen. In the morning in Lung Van, the wind is cool and the sun is soft, white clouds flutter around the tops of the mountains and villages... When the sun comes out, the rays of the sun go straight through the dense clouds of clouds and spill into the valley. The early morning dew drops on the green leaves of the terraced fields are like sparkling jade. The white color of the clouds, the yellow color of the sunlight, and the green color of thousands of plants and trees blend into one. All of this creates a wonderful poetic picture in the middle of the highlands, only found in Lung Van. Besides the experience of "hunting clouds", visitors also enjoy other exploration activities such as hiking to U Bo hill, trekking through forest and hill to Phong Khong mountain, enjoying the feeling of bathing in Mo stream or immersing in fresh nature. Not only that, tourists also have the opportunity to participate in community cultural activities, or even experience doing the daily work of the Muong people such as planting rice, harvesting rice, and harvesting fruits. This is also an opportunity to understand more deeply about the cultural identity and life of the region here. 

HOW TO GET TO LUNG VAN

How to get to Lung Van is the common question that first-time tourists are searching on Vietnam Travel Blog 2024 before traveling. Lung Van is considered the center of Van Son commune (Tan lac District, Hao Binh Province), about 120km from Hanoi. From Hanoi by car, it takes about 2 hours 30 minutes to 3 hours to drive. The most convenient way is from the National Convention Center, follow Thang Long Boulevard, then continue on the new Hoa Lac road to Hoa Binh, continue along Highway 6 (AH13) through Cao Phong town, Man Duc town Go to Lo market and turn left. From here is 13km of steep winding road leading to Lung Van at an altitude of about 1000m above sea level.

The road to Lung Van from Hanoi basically needs drivers to pay attention to speed because there are many limitations, so it is easy to commit speeding mistakes. The points to note are: 

• Thang Long Boulevard is limited to a maximum of 100km/h, at the end of the highway should note the 80km/h limit sign, then to the overpass only 60km/h. This last segment usually has the traffic police monitoring the speed with a camera. 
• The new road connecting Hoa Lac - Hoa Binh allows a maximum of 80km/h, the area where the road crosses has a limit of 60km/h, and the toll station is also limited to 60km/h. This section of the road often has traffic police shooting speed. 
• The road through the two towns of Cao Phong and Muong Khen is limited to 50km/h, many cars passing through here do not pay attention because the road is large and beautiful.

In addition to operating the vehicle at the allowed speed, the 13km section from Lo market to Lung Van in Van Son commune needs a vehicle driver who has experience in going downhill. Roads are narrow and have some bad sections or is being redone. To ensure safety, drivers need to stay in the right lane, focus on observing and control the speed. 

WHAT IS THE BEST TIME TO TRAVEL TO LUNG VAN?

Lung Van is known as the ideal spot for trekking. So, what is the most beautiful season of the year to travel to Lung Van? This is the question many tourists ask.

The dry season from August to December must be the best preriod for Lung Van trekking. In addition, August in Lung Van is golden season, it means the time for rice harvest, it will certainly not disappoint you. If you like hunting clouds, travel to Lung Van in April. Lung Van is known as the "Roof of Muong Area" the most beautiful time after Tet to April every year because this is the most cloudy time. Clouds drifted from the evening until the next morning. And it is not until noon that you see the clouds clear. Moreover, this is also the time when the people of Muong start the planting season across the sprawling terraced fields. Summing up, there are many great things in Lung Van that you can absolutely explore during the year: 

• January-February: Plum and peach blossoms bloom in every garden and hill. 
• June-July: Very suitable for visiting Thung waterfall because at this time, the amount of water here is enough for you to enjoy the majestic scenery. • The end of June and the beginning of July is the harvest season, the opportunity to admire the golden season of Lung Van 
• June-September: The summer here is very cool, always 5 to 7 degrees lower than Hanoi, it's ideal for holidays to avoid the sweltering heat of the city. • August-December: The weather is dry, the sky is clear and cool, very suitable for camping trips or trekking through the forest. • November-December: The natural sweet and delicious orange soup season in Van Son. 
• December to March: Experiencing the sweet cold of the highlands, gathering around the fire, eating grilled food and drinking can wine is also very chill. 

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LUNG VAN TOUR FROM HANOI [ 2 DAYS | DISCOVERY, TREKKING]

With an altitude of about 1000 meters above sea level, unspoiled mountain and forest landscapes, Muong community with rich cultural life; Lung Van is an ideal tourist destination to explore and trek. From Lung Van it is also easy to connect to Pu Luong, Mai Chau, Ba Khan and many other tourist destinations in the North of Vietnam.

DAY 1: HANOI – THUNG WATERFALL - LUNG VAN [TREK 2-3 HOURS]

In the morning, pick up in Hanoi and transfer to Lung Van (3 hours by car). Before going to Lung Van, visit Thung waterfall with a height of nearly one hundred meters with many cascades, one of the most beautiful waterfalls in the area. Arriving at Lung Van Ecolodge, you are greeted with a fruity drink.
Lunch at Lung Van Ecolodge. 13h00: Check in. Rest and enjoy the open space on the hillside with garden lawns, swings, vegetable gardens… Afternoon is a 2-3 hour walk through the forest, citrus hills, villages and terraced rice fields. Fresh air and airy natural scenery bring excitement to visitors. The degree of lightness or difficulty of the hike depends on the requirements of the group. Trek stops at Ao Mo in Chieng Village, cool off before returning to the lodge. Having dinner at Lung Van Ecolodge is an opportunity for you and the members of the delegation to interact more closely. Barbecue, outdoor dining with decorative lights, fireplace... ready to serve the group. 

DAY 2: LUNG VAN – VISIT NAM SON CAVE [TREK 2 HOURS] - HANOI

After breakfast, the car takes the group to Ton Village to walk to visit Nam Son Cave (2h-2h30 minutes both walking and sightseeing). In addition to the natural beauty of the cave with many stone columns, stalagmites, stalactites, lakes... that fascinates visitors, the walking path through the bamboo forest and rocky mountains leading to the cave is also a memorable beautiful route of the trip.
12h: Check out. Lunch time. You can stay to play at the campus, rest in the garden. Afternoon continue the journey or return to Hanoi.