Da Bac district boasts pristine and majestic natural landscapes and is home to five ethnic groups of Muong, Tay, Dao, Kinh, and Thai. It is included in the master plan on the development of the National Hoa Binh Lake Tourist Area by 2030, providing favourable conditions for tourism development, especially community-based.
Travellers experience traditional crafts at Sung hamlet,
Cao Son commune, Da Bac district.
Beauty of community tourism site in Duc Phong hamlet, Tien Phong commune, Da
Bac district next to Hoa Binh lake. Homestay facilities at community tourism site in Doan Ket hamlet, Tien Phong
commune, Da Bac district, ensure standard accommodation for tourists.
Coming to Da Bac, tourists could explore and stay at community tourism sites in
Ke hamlet, Hien Luong Bay in Hien Luong commune, which is a branch of Hoa Binh
lake. They could experience the unique culture of the Muong people along with
the picturesque natural scenery, join exciting activities such as bamboo
rafting, kayaking, and enjoy cuisine with distinctive flavors.
About 38km from the district centre is Duc Phong village, formerly known as Da
Bia in Tien Phong commune – a destination for tourists seeking relaxation and
exploration of the life of the Muong Ao Ta ethnic community in the highland
region. With high-quality services provided by local residents, this tourist
spot was honoured with the "ASEAN Community-Based Tourism" award at
the ASEAN Tourism Forum (ATF) in 2019.
Doan Ket hamlet in Tien Phong commune is home to 28 Muong ethnic households
living along the banks of Hoa Binh lake. The hamlet boasts beautiful natural
landscapes, creating a perfect harmony of skies, mountains, lakes, and village
life of locals.
Tourists would find it hard to overlook the community-based tourism site in
Sung hamlet where the Dao Tien ethnic group in Cao Son commune is living. The
hamlet is situated at an altitude of about 530m, with the majestic Bieu
mountain range behind and terraced fields stretching along the hillside in
front, forming a stunning picturesque landscape.
According to Director of the Da Bac Community-Based Tourism JSC Dinh Thi Hao,
there are currently three hamlets in the district developing community-based
tourism with 13 households providing homestay services. This initiative has
attracted over 180 members from 142 households joining various teams and groups
that offer community-based tourism services. After 8 years of formation and
development, with the support of the Australian Foundation for the Peoples of
Asia and the Pacific (AFAP) in Vietnam in infrastructure, technical equipment,
promotion and training for local residents, community-based tourism in Da Bac
has been making rapid and sustainable progress, becoming an ideal destination
for both domestic and foreign tourists.
As the new year begins and festive spirit fills the air, visitors flock to Hoa Binh lake, often dubbed the "Ha Long Bay on land," to enjoy its breathtaking beauty and serene atmosphere. In spring, the lake comes alive with lush greenery and delicate blossoms, while boats carrying eager tourists glide across its tranquil waters.
With effective business operations, significant increases in the number of visitors at weekends and on public holidays, and being listed among the 71 most beautiful places to visit worldwide by the prestigious US travel magazine Condé Nast Traveller, Hoa Binh’s tourism is "spreading its wings" on its journey towards the targets of welcoming 4.9 million visitors, including 1 million foreigners, and achieving total tourism revenue of 5.4 trillion VND (211.89 million USD) in 2025.
On February 21, the Provincial People's Committee held a conference to implement the tourism plan in 2025 and meet with tourism businesses operating in the province. The event was chaired by Mr. Nguyen Van Toan, the Standing Vice Chairman of the Provincial People's Committee and the Head of the Provincial Tourism Steering Committee.
Tien Pagoda is located in the valley of Lao Noi and Lao Ngoai villages, Phu Nghia commune, Lac Thuy district; it is surrounded by two mountain ranges stretching like two giant dragons reaching for the blue sky. Every year, when spring comes, thousands of Buddhists and tourists from all over the country make a pilgrimage to Tien Pagoda. The relic complex of Tien Pagoda is ranked as a national relic by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism with 21 relic sites of many types: historical and cultural relics, scenic relics, and archaeological relics.
Cao Phong has paid due attention to developing tourism, creating impetus for socio-economic development towards completing the targets set in the resolution of the district’s 28th Party Congress for the 2020-2025 tenure.
A great number of visitors have flocked to tourist attractions in Hoa Binh province in the first lunar month every year to admire the beautiful scenery, fully enjoy the spring atmosphere, and immerse themselves in the festive atmosphere in many localities.
