02/11/2025
MA PHUC PASS – THE WINDING POETRY OF CAO BANG
MA PHUC PASS, located on National Highway 3 in Trà Lĩnh District, Cao Bằng Province, is one of the most stunning and symbolic mountain passes in northern Vietnam. Stretching gracefully for 3.5 kilometers at an elevation of over 700 meters, it weaves like a silver ribbon between towering limestone cliffs and emerald valleys.
Its name, “Mã Phục,” meaning “kneeling horse,” recalls an ancient legend about a loyal steed that bowed down here after an arduous journey — a timeless image of endurance and devotion. Standing at the summit, travelers are greeted by a breathtaking panorama: endless waves of mountains, glistening rice terraces, and villages where the Tày and Nùng people still live in harmony with nature.
For those journeying with Jasmine Tour, the road to Ma Phuc Pass isn’t just another scenic stop — it’s a soulful chapter of the 3-day Ha Giang → Cao Bằng adventure. After exploring the thunderous beauty of Bản Giốc Waterfall and the mysterious depths of Ngườm Ngao Cave, the ride through Ma Phuc becomes a quiet reflection of everything the northern highlands represent: freedom, strength, and serenity.
As the wind rushes past and the scent of wildflowers fills the air, you’ll realize that Jasmine Tour doesn’t just guide you through landscapes — they guide you through emotions. Every turn, every hill, every pause at the viewpoint reminds you why journeys like this are meant to be felt, not just seen.
Because somewhere between the mist and the mountains, on the curves of Ma Phuc Pass, you won’t just discover Cao Bằng — you’ll discover yourself.