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Deriving its name from the stunning magnificence of impressive landscapes, Cao Son is a vast wonder of largely undiscovered. Serenely beautiful and drammatically inspiring, this is a perfect destination whether you are looking for a real adventure or an authentic Vietnam experience.
Cao Son was first inhabited by highland tribes of Flower Hmong and Yao ( Dzao) groups as well as by a small number of Nung minorities. Nowadays, this is home to 5 ethnic groups included: Flower Hmong, Nung, Yao, Pazi and Kinh ( major Vietnamese). |
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It was only when the French people found this place in 1880s, Cao Son became the best place to observe the vista of Lao Cai province. The relics now in the area are: former observation point, Titan mountain, Tung Chung Sang mountain.
Located 420km from Hanoi city and 80km from Lao Cai city, Cao Son features an ideal place for travellers who wish to enjoy the peace, green nature, colourful tribal culture and unrival local hospitality
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Cao Son is intriguing with plentiful of attrations that offers a real touch to local life and unspoilt nature.
Regional attractions:
- Hill tribe markets: Cao Son market ( Wednesday) Lung Khau Nhin market ( Thursday)
Pha Long market ( Saturday) Muong Khuong market ( Sunday)
- Ta Lam waterfall
- Vang Leng waterfall
- Monkey primitive forest
- Ham Rong cave |
 
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- Nam Lu valley
- Muong Lum valley
- Titan mountain
- Tin Thang mountain |
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 1, How to get there?
By road:
Taking the road from Hanoi to Lao Cai city about 310km then turn right with the board of Coc Ly. The mountainous way will last for almost 50km yet beautiful to continue.
You can also get to Lao Cai city then taking a bus to Muong Khuong town then.
By train:
The best suggestion is to take to the Cao Son Express ( part of Cao Son Ecolodge services), alternative will be Fansipan, King Express then taking a bus/ car from the station to Cao Son ( 80km)
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