AI-generated image depicting participants with cameras around Mapileng Valley

HA GIANG · NORTHERN VIETNAM · 4 DAYS

Mapilen Valley
Photography trip

No hotel changeAircraft change allowedExtended stay possible

We will arrange it according to your request. Additional charges for changes and extensions will be announced after confirming availability of seats and rooms.

To the mountainous region of northern Vietnam. A 4-day trip to Ha Giang that includes walking along valley trails and boating along the Njo Kwe River.

4 daysFuel surcharge included

NORTHERN VIETNAM · PHOTOGRAPHY JOURNEY

Turn that moving moment into a piece of your journey.

The light of the rice terraces, the shadows of the mountains, and the life of the village. Grab your camera and take a photo trip to the unique scenery of Mapileng Valley. Please enjoy a memorable photo while traveling or walking around the village.

The main image is an AI-generated image that expresses the atmosphere of the photography trip. The photos do not reproduce the actual participants, shooting locations, or weather conditions.

Please check the estimated walking time, distance, and height difference in the itinerary. Please bring your own photography equipment. Photographs of people or residences will only be taken with the consent of the other person.

A JOURNEY INTO HA GIANG

Walking along the mountain path,
Follow the flow of the river.

From Hanoi to the north. Based in Ha Giang, we will enjoy photography trips in Mapilen Valley, pleasure boats on the Njo Qué River, and Cuamba photography trips. It's a four-day trip that combines air travel, regular buses, and mountain travel to enjoy nature.

Travel points

You can choose the airline, hotel, and vehicle according to your wishes. In addition to regular buses, we can also arrange your own private car and Japanese guide.

ITINERARY

Itinerary

Departs from Narita, Kansai, Chubu, and Fukuoka. We will adjust the itinerary according to flight and bus schedules.

DAY01

Image of regular bus from Hanoi Airport to Ha Giang

From Hanoi to Ha Giang

From all over Japan to Hanoi. Take a regular bus to the mountain town.

Take Vietjet Air from Narita, Kansai, Chubu, and Fukuoka airports to Hanoi. Upon arrival, a Japanese speaking staff member will guide you to the regular bus stop. Board a regular bus and head to Ha Giang, including a restroom break along the way. After arriving, go to the hotel.
Accommodation: De La Mont Hotel Ha Giang

The bus photo is an illustration.

DAY02

Mapileng Valley and Nyokue River

Valley photo trip and pleasure boat ride down the river.

Photography trip to Mapileng Valley. Next, take a sightseeing boat on the Nyokue River to view the valley from the river. After sightseeing, move to Inn Minh and transfer to the hotel.
Accommodation: Yin Min/THAO NGUYEN HOTEL or Fundong Hotel

Estimated walking time, distance, and height difference

Reference plan/estimate (before on-site confirmation)

Walking section	Actual walking time	Walking distance	Height difference
Short trails around Mapileng Valley	Approximately 1 to 1 hour 30 minutes	Approximately 2-3km	About 100-150m

It is assumed that you will be walking a short section around the valley. It does not include boarding time for the pleasure boat or transfer to the pier. Actual walking time excludes breaks, etc. Elevation difference is the difference between the highest and lowest point within the section.

DAY03

Cuamba photography trip

Visiting ethnic minority villages, village walking and photography trip.

Visit an ethnic minority village in Cuamba and enjoy a photo trip. Then, transfer to Hanoi Airport.

Estimated walking time, distance, and height difference

Reference plan/estimate (before on-site confirmation)

Walking section	Actual walking time	Walking distance	Height difference
Cuamba village/along the fields	Approximately 1 to 1 hour 30 minutes	Approximately 2-3km	About 50-100m

We are assuming a short village walk such as Nam Dam Village. We will inform you about the villages and walking route to visit after confirming the site. Actual walking time excludes breaks, etc. Elevation difference is the difference between the highest and lowest point within the section.

DAY04

Arrival in Japan

Arrived at the Japanese airport at 00:10 midnight. After arriving, we disbanded.

Departed from Hanoi and arrived at the Japanese airport at 00:10 midnight on the 4th day. After completing immigration procedures, the group will be disbanded.

OutboundNarita/Kansai/Chubu/Fukuoka → Hanoi

Local movementHanoi ⇄ Ha Giang (regular bus)

Return tripHanoi → Japan airports

How to read and understand walking numbersActual walking time excludes breaks, meals, workshop tours, and riding time. Elevation difference is the difference in elevation between the highest and lowest point of each walking section, not the cumulative amount of elevation gained by adding up the climbs. The values are provisional values for a model course assuming a short photography trip, and are not actual values that have been measured or confirmed on-site. The travel agency will confirm the planned route and walking conditions and advise you before signing the contract. Routes may be shortened or changed depending on weather, road conditions, and acceptance conditions. No photo trip is scheduled on the 1st and 4th days.

NHO QUE RIVER

Pleasure boat on the Nyokue River

View of the Mapilen Valley cliffs and river from the boat.

Photo of a pleasure boat traveling along the Nyokue River and the valley

RIVER CRUISE

Deep into the valley,
Along with the flow of the river.

After the photo trip to Mapileng Valley, we went on a sightseeing boat on the Nyokue River. Take a boat down the river surrounded by green mountains and admire the valley from the river surface.

Customer provided photo

QUAN BA

Cuamba village and landscape

A village walk to visit an ethnic minority village and a view of the mountains. I'll show you two images with the same width.

Both points are generated images.

Generated image of residents and houses walking in the mountain village of Cuamba — **Village walk to visit villages**Image of a trip to visit ethnic minority villages in Cuamba

Creation image of Cuamba limestone mountain range and valley village — **Cuamba mountain and valley landscape**Limestone mountain range and valley village

WHY THIS TOUR

7 recommended points of this tour

4 days exploring the scenery of valleys, rivers, and villages. Here are some points where you can experience the charm of Ha Giang.

Walking in Mapileng Valley

Take a photo trip through a valley lined with limestone mountains and enjoy the impressive scenery up close.

Boat ride down the Nyokue River

Travel along the river on a sightseeing boat and view the cliffs of the valley from a different perspective than when you take the land route.

Enjoy the valley and river at the same time

This itinerary combines a photography trip to the Mapileng Valley with a pleasure boat ride on the Nyokue River.

Visit to ethnic minority village in Cuamba

On the third day, we will walk around the village and take a photo trip, experiencing the scenery of mountain villages and daily life.

2 nights in Ha Giang

Stay at a hotel in Ha Giang for 2 nights to see the highlights of the valley and Cuamba area.

You can choose the airplane, hotel, and vehicle.

In addition to airlines and hotels, you can change from a regular bus to a private car. You can also arrange your own private car and Japanese speaking guide.

Guidance in Japanese from the airport to the bus stop

After arriving at Hanoi Airport, a Japanese speaking staff will guide you to the regular bus. An English-speaking guide will be on board the bus.

TOUR PRICE

Travel fee

From/to Japan/Hanoi/Ha Giang 4 days

✓Includes fuel surcharge

Travel fee per person (1 person fee when 2 people participate)¥131,000Using Vietjet Air｜Same fare from Narita, Kansai, Chubu, and Fukuoka

Using Vietnam Airlines
Price per person when 2 people participate＋¥77,000

Our own special car
Japanese guide - 2 nights and 3 days+¥30,000/person

Airline used

*The basic travel fee of 131,000 yen is for 1 person when using Vietjet Air and 2 people participate. The same fee applies for departures from Narita, Kansai, Chubu, and Fukuoka. Change fee to Vietnam Airlines is per person when 2 people participate. Prices may change depending on departure date, seat availability, and hotel status.

TRAVEL INFORMATION

For you to participate with peace of mind

Aviation/local transportation

Aircraft: Vietjet Air
An additional charge of 77,000 yen will be charged for changing to Vietnam Airlines (1 person fee when 2 people participate)
Use regular buses between Hanoi and Ha Giang
On the first day, a Japanese staff member will guide you to the regular bus at Hanoi Airport.
An English guide will accompany you on the regular bus.

About the guide

Japanese guide is not included in the basic plan
We will guide you on a photography trip to the Mapileng Valley and a trip down the Nyokue River.
You can choose your own private car and Japanese guide for 2 nights and 3 days for an additional 30,000 yen per person.
Departure date, meeting time, and itinerary details will be announced once confirmed.

It is possible to extend your stay. Please contact us for availability and additional charges.

1st night's basic accommodation hotel - Ha Giang

De La Mont Hotel Ha Giang

Posted photo: Booking.com /　Hotel official website

Additional charge for single room when using basic hotel: +20,000 yen

2nd night's basic accommodation Hotel Inmin

THAO NGUYEN HOTEL
or Fundong Hotel

After sightseeing on the second day, we will stay overnight at Inmin. There are no hotel changes.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions Receive

Please check before applying.

Is fuel surcharge included in the travel price?

Yes. The basic travel fee is 131,000 yen per person, and the price is per person when using Vietjet Air and 2 people participating. The fare is the same for departures from Narita, Kansai, Chubu, and Fukuoka, including fuel surcharge.

Can I change to Vietnam Airlines? What are the additional charges?

Can be changed. The additional fee is 77,000 yen, which is per person when 2 people participate. Arrangements may not be possible depending on seat availability.

Please tell me the hotel you are using and the additional charge for a single room.

The first night will be at De La Mont Hotel Ha Giang, and the second night will be at THAO NGUYEN HOTEL or Hung Dong Hotel in Yin Minh. There are no hotel changes. The additional charge for a single room is 20,000 yen.

Will a Japanese guide accompany me?

The basic plan uses regular buses and does not include a Japanese guide. On the first day, a Japanese-speaking staff member will guide you to the bus stop at Hanoi Airport, and an English-speaking guide will accompany you on the regular bus. As an option, you can arrange your own private car and Japanese guide for 2 nights and 3 days for 30,000 yen per person.

Where can I check the departure date, detailed itinerary, and cancellation conditions?

Times and itineraries may change depending on departure date, flight, road/weather conditions. Before applying, please email us your desired date and number of participants. Cancellation conditions areTravel conditions (PDF). (We will inform you after confirming

CONTACT & BOOKING

Travel application/inquiry form

You can select airplanes, hotels, and vehicles. Once you enter your preferences, we will display an estimate of the travel cost including additional fees.
Click the send button to open the email creation screen, check the content, and then send.

Basic course local transportation

Take a regular bus from Hanoi Airport to Ha Giang City, and upon arrival, transfer to a hotel in the city. At the airport, a Japanese-speaking staff member will guide you to the bus stop, and an English-speaking guide will be on board the bus.

NameRequiredEmail addressRequiredEmail address (for confirmation)RequiredPlease enter the same email address again to confirm.Telephone numberDesired departure dateDeparture airportNumber of participantsAirlinesHotelVehicle/GuideYou can choose a private car and a Japanese-speaking guide according to your preference.Number of single roomsBasic hotel: +20,000 yen/roomQuestions/Requests

Application fee/remaining payment

From the end of January, we will basically accept VISA card payments. You can also choose bank transfer.

Application fee: 20,000 yen, 30,000 yen, 50,000 yen depending on the travel fee for one person
This applies to everyone including adults, children, and infants. It will be applied to a portion of the travel fee and will not be added separately.

Remaining balance: Until 22 days before departure from Japan
If you apply within 22 days of departure, please pay the full travel fee by the pre-departure deadline specified by the company.

Please include all adults, children, and infants in the "number of participants" above. Please let us know your child's age and room allocation in the consultation section.

Bank transfer information
Bank transfer destination: Mizuho Bank Yokoyamacho Branch/Ordinary 2353945/Account name: Southern Breeze Co., Ltd. Please check the amount and deadline in the official payment information before making the transfer.

Please make the payment after the travel agency informs you of available seats/room availability, final travel fee, and payment deadline.

Number of people eligible for application fee: Please specify the number of people
Current scheduled payment amount (application fee): Information will be provided after the schedule and travel fee are confirmed.
Balance: Information after finalizing the travel fee
Balance payment deadline: Information after confirmation of departure date

Payment method preference From the end of January, you can pay the application fee and remaining balance using a VISA card. We will guide you through bank transfer for payment before you start using the service. After informing you of the official amount and deadline, our representative will send you a dedicated payment link via email.Name of bank from which payment is made Only for bank transferPlease enter only if you wish to use bank transfer. No input is required for VISA card payments.

A travel contract will be concluded when Cronos International Co., Ltd. accepts your application and receives the application fee (or the full travel fee if departure is within 22 days).

The person in charge will send you an email thanking you for confirming your payment and instructions on how to pay the balance. The form creates a draft email. Please check the contents and send it yourself.

Set the entered email address as CC (customer copy). Please use your email software to check the address, CC, and text before sending it yourself. This form alone will not be automatically submitted.

Inquiry/reservation email:support@wideee.com

Enquiries & Applications

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Telephone050-1808-4131

Travel agency/various regulations

Planning and implementation
Kronos International Co., Ltd.
Japan Tourism Agency Registered Travel Agency No. 1584
8F Edomizaka Mori Building, 4-1-40 Toranomon, Minato-ku, Tokyo 105-0001, Japan
General travel operations manager: 鈴木七奈／齋藤亜由子
Company profile/registration information

Authorised Sales

Southern Breeze Tour Co., Ltd.

Address: 7th floor, Nihonbashi Daiei Building, 1-2-6 Nihonbashi Muromachi, Chuo-ku, Tokyo 103-0022
TEL.050-1808-4131
Tokyo Governor Registered Travel Agency No. 2-3970

General travel operations manager: 長澤山泰

We would like to inform you of the above notation as a contract sales company starting from the end of January.

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