Overview
Dong Hung is a city established during the Ming Dynasty and developed significantly during the Qing Dynasty, with a history of over 400 years. It is located in Pingxiang, Guangxi, China. Its favorable geographical location, with the western part bordering Vietnam and just 100 meters away from Mong Cai across a river that separates the two countries, makes it a notable area. Dong Hung is also home to the Chinese Kinh ethnic group and is known for its overseas Chinese community, with 13,000 overseas Chinese currently residing there.
Trip Highlights
- Enjoy a free evening in Dong Hung, with options for shopping, local street food, and vibrant nightlife.
- Explore Tan Nhuan Phat Supermarket and vibrant local markets for unique souvenirs and local specialties.
- Savor authentic Chinese cuisine at top local restaurants, including a special hot pot meal.
- Enjoy a leisurely stroll through lush gardens and admire the grand Wenshu Pagoda, a stunning symbol of Chinese architectural beauty.
- Experience the wisdom of ancient healing practices at the De Ren Tang Traditional Medicine Center, with free consultations and pulse diagnosis
Itinerary
06:00: The car will pick you up at Hanoi Opera House and depart for Mong Cai. On the way, you can rest and pay for your own breakfast.
11:30: Arrive in Mong Cai city, have lunch at a restaurant, and then check in to the hotel for rest.
14:30: Travel to Tra Co. Visit the Tra Co Communal House - a sacred communal house and a symbol for the people of Tra Co, Mong Cai. Take photos at Mui Sa Vi - a place famous for the immortal lines of poet To Huu: “From Tra Co to Ca Mau…”
15:30: Enjoy free time to swim at Tra Co Beach.
17:30: Return to the hotel and relax.
18:30: Dinner. Free time in the evening. Overnight in Mong Cai.
07:00: Breakfast and rest.
08:00: Transfer to Mong Cai International Border Gate. The tour guide will meet you at the border gate to complete the immigration process for entering Dong Hung, China. While waiting for immigration and after crossing the border, you will visit and take pictures at:
- Bac Luan Friendship Bridge - a bridge connecting the Vietnam-China border over the Kalong River. Here you’ll find milestone 1369 marking the land border of Vietnam - a 2.2m high, 50cm wide granite stone with the national emblems of Vietnam and China.
- Vietnam-China Friendship Park - Located on the right side of the Chinese border gate, this park features green spaces, a revolutionary martyr memorial, and the tallest Wenxuan Tower on the Chinese border, standing 40m high with 7 floors, adorned with intricate Chinese designs.
- Explore Dong Hung City, including the Dong Hung City Hall Square and the historic Quan Am Temple, which holds cultural significance for the local people.
- Stroll through the Western-style district and take photos to remember the experience.
- Learn about traditional Chinese medicine at the De Ren Tang Traditional Medicine Center, where you can receive a free consultation and pulse diagnosis.
11:30: Lunch at a restaurant where you can enjoy authentic Chinese cuisine at restaurants such as Shan Cheng or Happiness.
13:00: Shopping at Hui Shang Jie Supermarket, Xin Run Fa Supermarket, Camel Products Exhibition, and Wan Zhong Wholesale Market (a market selling agricultural products, specialties, and handicrafts from both countries). Afterwards, return to the Dong Hung border gate to complete the re-entry process to Vietnam.
Note: All times are flexible depending on the group's immigration process.
* Suggested activities:
- Shopping at Bách Hội Supermarket or exploring pedestrian streets such as Quý Châu Street and Nông Thương Street in Dong Hung with various shops and street food.
If you want to experience the New Year atmosphere of the 2000s with firecrackers, you can purchase fireworks and experience it in the Western-style district (the tour guide will assist with purchases).
- Snack: Chinese milk tea is a must-try during the trip.
16:30: Return to the Dong Hung International Border Gate for immigration and then back to Mong Cai.
18:30: Dinner. Free time in the evening. Overnight in Mong Cai.
07:00: Breakfast, check out, and the car will take you for breakfast.
08:30: Visit the 1-2-3 Market in Mong Cai - a major market with a variety of goods. It is a bustling trade area for both Vietnamese and Chinese people in the border city. Enjoy shopping and exploring the market.
10:30: Gather at a restaurant in Mong Cai for lunch.
12:30: Depart for Hanoi.
18:30: Arrive in Hanoi. End of the tour. We look forward to seeing you again!
Includes/Excludes
Cost Includes
- Air-conditioned transportation (16 to 45 seats depending on the number of guests) according to the itinerary
- 2-star hotel accommodation (2 guests per room, single guests may share with 3 per room)
- Meals as per the program: 4 main meals x 150,000 VND/meal in Vietnam and 1 meal in Dong Hung at 35 RMB/meal and 2 breakfasts according to hotel standards
- Experienced and enthusiastic tour guide
- Passports and visa fees for Vietnam and China
- Entrance fees for all specified attractions
- 1 bottle of water per day
Cost Excludes
- VAT invoice (if needed, inform and confirm before booking the tour)
- Drinks during meals and additional hotel charges
- Phone calls and laundry at the hotel
- Other expenses not included in the itinerary
- Additional fees for attractions not included in the program
- Optional tips for guides and drivers (generally 50,000 VND/guest/day, totaling 150,000 VND/guest/tour)
- Children aged 1 to under 4 years: 500,000 VND for immigration fees
- Children aged 5 to under 9 years: 75% of the tour price (includes separate meal and seat on the bus, but shares a bed with parents)
- Children aged 10 and above: 100% of the adult tour price
- Keep the Chinese tour guide’s phone number for direct contact if needed.
- Obtain a business card from the hotel to avoid getting lost while exploring.
- Safeguard your passport and personal belongings.
- China time is 1 hour ahead of Vietnam time (e.g., Vietnam at 10:00, China at 11:00).
- Do not separate from the group to avoid getting lost.
- Pay attention to safety at all times and adhere to the guide’s schedule for a pleasant and safe trip.
- For adults (14 years and older):
- A copy of the ID card or passport (not older than 15 years).
- Completed TK08 form (fill out and sign with your full name). The form is attached.
- 2 passport-sized photos (4×6 cm) with a white background (1 photo attached to the TK08 form and 1 for the passport).
- For children (under 14 years):
- A notarized copy of the birth certificate or an official copy (the original will be collected by immigration when issuing the passport; it will be returned if provided).
- Completed TK08 form for passport application (filled out and signed by parents).
- 1 passport-sized photo (4×6 cm) for the passport.
General Notes on Documentation:
- Adults must bring the original ID card matching the photocopy provided earlier.
- Both adults and children must provide complete documentation 3-5 days before departure.
Regular Meal (for 10 people):
- Peking Duck
- Braised Fish
- Stir-fried Corn with Minced Meat
- Fried Mantou (Chinese steamed bun)
- Boiled Shrimp
- Vegetable Soup with Clam
- Stir-fried Green Vegetables
- Sweet and Sour Ribs
- Steamed Scallops with Garlic
- Fried Egg
- Steamed Rice
Special Hot Pot (Lao Suo):
- Cordyceps Flower and Pig Stomach Chicken (Medium Pot)
- Beef Slices
- Dry Pot Stir-fried Pork Intestines
- Crawfish
- Fish Slices
- Minced Shrimp
- Golden Tofu Sticks
- Boiled Cauliflower
- Cold Tossed Bean Sprouts
- Mixed Green Vegetables
- Mixed Mushrooms
- Peking Duck
- Custard Bun
- Hot Pot Noodles
- Sausage Fried Rice (Large Pot)
