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The victory in 1954 in Dien Bien still echoes in the heart of every Vietnamese. Immerse yourself in the historical rhythm of the 4D3N Northwest tour through Hoa Binh, Son La, Dien Bien, and Lai Chau!
Embark on a Northwest adventure with the 4D3N tour: Visit Moc Chau, Son La, Dien Bien, Lai Chau, and Sapa starting from only 4,590,000VND/person.
Dai Yem Waterfall
Dai Yem Waterfall, situated on the Moc Chau plateau, is intertwined with love stories passed down in the Thai ethnic community. The waterfall lies on the Vat stream, originating from the Boc Lam and Bo Chau water sources. Vat stream combines with a large stream originating from the Bo Sap village (bordering Laos). At the confluence of these two streams, the water meets the limestone mountain and cascades down to create the Dai Yem Waterfall.
Dai Yem Waterfall has various legends, narrated to tourists during the 4D3N Northwest tour. Among them, the story of a love affair between a Thai couple 700 years ago is more popular. Legend has it that a young man went to Laos to help repel invaders. Before leaving, he pledged to marry a Thai girl upon his return.
However, when the war ended, the young man did not return. The Thai girl waited every day, steadfast in her love despite many discouraging inquiries. One day, the girl disappeared, leaving her sash on a tree branch. The sash was embroidered with the names of the young man and the girl. Since then, the locals named it the Dai Yem Waterfall to commemorate the love story of the two.
Tea Hills of the Heart
Moc Chau Plateau is renowned for its various types of green tea cultivated on its hillsides. Moc Chau Farm creatively arranges the tea hills into beautiful shapes, attracting visitors for sightseeing and joyful photos, especially when the tea plants sprout fresh green buds. There are three heart-shaped tea hills at Moc Chau Farm, each with its own unique characteristics. Visitors easily capture timeless beautiful photos here, and many couples come for wedding photoshoots on their special day.
Pha Din Pass
Pha Din Pass connects the provinces of Dien Bien and Lai Chau, being one of the four legendary mountain passes in the East - Northwest of Vietnam. The pass has an elevation of 1648m above sea level. In the Thai language, Pha Din means heaven and earth, symbolizing the meeting place between the sky and the earth.
During the 4D3N Northwest tour, you'll explore this pass that once endured heavy bombings and has now become a historical landmark. Due to the height and danger of the old pass, a new bridge has been constructed at a lower elevation to ensure the safety of those navigating the route.
Winding like a silk ribbon around the pass are scattered villages of the Hmong people, seemingly frozen in time since the last century. To meet the demands of tourists, attractions have been developed on the pass, along with traditional games for visitors to experience.
Dien Bien Phu Museum
The Dien Bien Phu Museum is a place of homage, preserving the imprints of the glorious victory that resonated worldwide, shaking the globe. Situated on National Highway 279, Street 3, Muong Thanh Ward, Dien Bien Phu City, Dien Bien Province. Construction began in October 2012 on a 22,000-square-meter area and officially opened its doors on May 5, 2014. This significant project encompasses history, culture, and its exhibition content meets the highest standards of quality and technology, befitting the victory.
The museum is designed in the shape of a truncated cone, with the surrounding decor resembling the camouflage netting of a military hat. The basement welcomes visitors for interactive experiences, entertainment services, and interactions. The upper floor serves as a permanent exhibition space focusing on the historic victory of Dien Bien Phu, panoramic views, and administrative areas.
With nearly 1000 documents, artifacts, images, and maps, the exhibition rooms are modernly curated, scientifically and artistically organized with the assistance of advanced technology. The tour route covers five themes: Overview of the anti-French resistance war; Dien Bien Phu Campaign; Impact of the Dien Bien Phu victory domestically and globally; World support; and Honoring contributions.
Landmarks Linked to the Dien Bien Phu Victory
Besides the Dien Bien Phu Victory Museum, Dien Bien still preserves numerous historical sites from the glorious victory of the past. In the 4D3N Northwest tour, tourists explore significant spots such as A1 Hill, Dien Bien Phu Victory Monument, Martyrs Cemetery, De Castries Bunker, and the command center of the Dien Bien Phu campaign.
All these locations evoke a great victory, achieved through the synergy of national strength, the era, the wise leadership of the Party, the State, and most importantly, the unity of the entire nation. For a small and economically backward country to triumph over both French colonialists and the American empire, it must embrace nationalism, the driving force motivating people to struggle and sacrifice for noble ideals.
O Quy Ho Pass
O Quy Ho, also known as O Quy Ho, stretches along National Highway 4D near Sapa, spanning 50km and reaching an altitude of nearly 2,000m above sea level. 'O Quy Ho' – a local term meaning Heaven's Gate, clearly signifies the danger and steepness of the pass. Among the four legendary mountain passes, O Quy Ho holds the record for length in Vietnam and is one of the most challenging passes in the Northwest region.
The pass has now been constructed with quality, reducing its inherent dangers. As a result, many tourists pass through the pass to experience the thrill, capture memorable check-in moments, or visit other tourist attractions like Silver Waterfall in Lai Chau. The Northwest 4D3N tour also takes visitors to explore O Quy Ho Pass and experience this challenging mountain route.
The Northwest 4D3N tour lets travelers relive the legendary anthem of the Dien Bien Phu Victory, where countless forefathers left their blood and bones for today's peace. Act fast and contact us to book the tour at Mytour with the most attractive market prices!
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MytourJuly 14, 2022
