Dien Bien Phu and its surrounding areas offer a wealth of historical sites, minority customs, and natural scenery for visitors to explore.

• Historical Sites: Dien Bien Phu is famous for its historical significance as the site of the decisive battle between the Vietnamese forces and the French colonial army. Visitors can visit the Dien Bien Phu Museum, which provides detailed information about the battle and its impact on Vietnams history. Additionally, the A1 Hill and the War Cemetery are important sites that pay tribute to the soldiers who fought in the battle.

• Minority Customs: Muong Phang is a beautiful valley located 30 km away from Dien Bien Phu city. It is great place with harmonious landscapes, green mountain ranges, rice terraces and Black Thai ethnic villages.

• Natural Sceneries: Quynh Nhai reservoir is surrounded by green forests and limestone mountain ranges, which add to the scenic beauty of the area. The landscape around the Quynh Nhai reservoir is a combination of natural beauty, serene waters, and stunning mountains. It is a place where visitors can immerse themselves in nature, enjoy outdoor activities, and experience the tranquility in northwest of Vietnam.

On cruise to Muong Lay which is a beautiful valley located 103 km away from Dien Bien by road. It is great place with harmonious landscapes, green mountain ranges, peaceful reservoir and White Thai ethnic villages.

Highlights

The tour takes you to homes of different ethnic groups with rich of cultural customs and the historical relics. Some of these lands have the magic beauty, which have been famous spots for tourists. Joining this tour with us, you will be impressed by the spectacular mountainous roads and the friendliness of local people that will bring you the peacefulness you never have before.

Itinerary Overview

Day 1 – Dien Bien Phu Historical Sites & Thai Culture

Arrival at Dien Bien Phu airport. Visits to key battle sites: cemetery, museum, Hill A1, Muong Thanh Bridge, De Castries’ bunker, artillery base, Victory Statue. Transfer to Muong Phang to explore General Vo Nguyen Giap’s wartime headquarters and tunnels. Overnight at a local homestay.

Day 2 – Dien Bien → Quynh Nhai Reservoir

Breakfast at homestay, drive via Tuan Giao to Quynh Nhai. Lunch at local restaurant. Visit Pa Uon Bridge (Vietnam’s tallest bridge). Optional trip to Ban Bon hot spring, admire White Thai villages and rice fields. Overnight at Mai Vom homestay near the lake.

Day 3 – Cruise on Quynh Nhai Reservoir

Boat trip on Quynh Nhai reservoir (nicknamed “Inland Ha Long Bay”). Stops at Heart Island, cave pagodas, Uy Phong Bay, Binh Yen Bay. Activities include kayaking, swimming, relaxing, and lunch at a floating restaurant. Overnight in Quynh Nhai.

Day 4 – Cruise to Muong Lay Town

Morning cruise along reservoir to Muong Lay Town, passing mountains, villages, and King Tran Temple. Lunch on board. Afternoon leisure in Muong Lay. Overnight in town.

Day 5 – Muong Lay → Dien Bien → Hanoi

Breakfast, morning walk around Muong Lay, check-out. Transfer back to Dien Bien Phu for flight to Hanoi. Tour ends.