Mai Chau – Pu Luong Nature Reserve 3 days 2 nights | 2 nights at Mai Chau
$210 $160 per person
Experience the authentic soul of Northern Vietnam on this 3-day all-inclusive adventure. Journey 150–200 km from Hanoi to the pristine valleys of Mai Chau and Pu Luong, home to the White Thai ethnic minority.
This flexible, less-touristic tour allows you to immerse yourself in wild landscapes through trekking, cycling, and exploring hidden caves and waterfalls. With expert English-speaking guides, private accommodations, and all meals included, you’ll enjoy a hassle-free escape into Vietnam’s most stunning rice terraces and peaceful mountain villages.
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Destination
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Departure
Hanoi's Old Quarter Hotel -
Departure Time
7:00 – 7:30 day 1 -
Return Time
19:30 day 2 -
Places List
HA NOI - MAI CHAU - PU LUONG
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DAY 1 : HA NOI - MAI CHAU
- 7:00-7h30: Pickup at your hotel in the Old Quarter in our
- 7:30 – 10:45: On the winding path as silk. You will see be Living space of the Local Muong, Thai is interwoven between the Valley and the mountains along the way.
- 10:50 -11:30: Stop at the top of Thung Khe Pass to admire the panorama of Mai Chau Valley, especially you will feel interested when visiting the temporary local market where selling products of the Muong ethnic people at the top of the pass.
- 12:00: Have lunch (vegetarian available)
Afternoon
- 14:30: Bicycle ride with your tour guide, see farmers working in fields, locals weaving scarves, and visit the surrounding peaceful villages.
- 17:00: Free time for cycling, walking, shopping
- 19:00: Enjoy the dinner, you will have a chance to enjoy traditional dishes prepared in the style of the native Thai, watch the Thai traditional Dance show, and drink traditional wine “ruou can”. (only applied for group more than 5 people)
DAY 2: PU LUONG
- 07:30: Breakfast time
- 08:30: Drive 35km to Pu Luong Nature Reserve, we will stop on the way to see chopstick factories and take photos sometimes.
- 12:00: Arrive tatPu Luong Nature reserve, we will take a short break for 10 minutes before starting to do trekking and explore the beautiful scenery of the mountains and stunning rice terraces
Board the car, you'll visit Hieu Village and begin a moderate or easy trek. Follow the small road and trails through the stunning rice terraces, jungle, and surrounding landscape to reach Hieu Waterfall. Take a refreshing dip in the cool waters of the waterfall and immerse yourself in the beauty of nature.
Afternoon
- 13:00: Enjoy Lunch in the village and rest before we restart trekking, then drive back to Mai Chau.
- 15:00: Through the natural wonders of the region, you'll also have the chance to trek indifferentt villages, Chieng Lau, En...and observe the giant water wheels that are a feature of the area's traditional agricultural practice.s The water wheels of Pu Luong are picturesque and functional structures, typically crafted from bamboo and wood. ( depend on the weather, If ut was heavy rain or floods some days before, the waterwheels are not available. They harness the power of flowing water from the streams and rivers that meander through the region.
- 16:30: Back to Mai Chau for dinner and spend the night in a private room in the beautiful Mai Chau
- 19:00: Enjoy the dinner and take a comfortable sleep to recharge for the next activity the following day
- 7:30 – 8:00: Drop off at the guest’s hotel.
DAY 3 : MAI CHAU - HA NOI
- 07:30: Breakfast time
- 08:30: Go with a local Thai tour guide, we will cycle for 2km before starting the trek to visit more remote rural villages: Na Meo, Na Mo, and Xam Pa villages to see the rice terraces and understand more about their culture and customs
- 12:00: Back to the homestay, check-out and go for lunch
- 13:00: Free time for shopping and relaxing
- 15:30: Get on the van/bus to drive back to Hanoi.
- 19:00: Arrive in Hanoi Old Quarter. Drop you off at your hotel
- 19:30: Drop off at the guest’s hotel
✓ WHAT'S INCLUDED
- ✔Small group tour
- ✔Group standard transportation
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- ✔Delicious local meals throughout your journey. (Dietary restrictions are available)
- ✔ English-speaking local tour guide. Who is an experienced person who will accompany you and provide valuable insights and assistance (Other languages on request).
- ✔All entrance fees for the included sightseeing destinations.
- ✔Full participation in various activities as per the itinerary.
- ✔Complimentary water during your tours.
✕ NOT INCLUDED
- ✘Tip money
- ✘Drinks ( Beer, smoothie, wine…)
- ✘Personal expense