2 days tour

Mai Chau - Pu Luong 2 Days

$133 USD / person

Mai Chau - Pu Luong 2 Days

This tour includes:

Meals

all meals mentioned in the itnierary Vegetarians available with prior notice

Guide

English speaking tour guide

Accommodation

Mai Chau Rustic Home or similar

Not included:

Flights

Others

Drinks, personal expenses and tips

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Itinerary of your trip Mai Chau - Pu Luong 2 Days

  • Day 1 Hanoi - Mai Chau Valley
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Hanoi - Mai Chau Valley

      Easy Trek to Chieng Lau, Yen, Ba villages, Bamboo rafting on Cham Stream:

      07:00 = Meet at the Opera house in Hanoi Old Quarter to board the bus and start the trip to Mai Chau. 

      09:00 = Short break in Luong Son (Outside of Hanoi).

      10:00 = You will have a stop in Thung Khe Pass for a spectacular view of Mai Chau Valley. During the stop, you can see the local stands selling typical products. Take a chance to try one of the local specialties, the โ€œCom Lamโ€, sticky rice cooked in bamboo. 

      12:00 = Arrival in Mai Chau which is considered the capital of the Thai people. Check in and have lunch in the traditional house on stilts with specialties of the Northwest mountains.  Take a small rest to relax by the pool or a quick walk in the narrow alleys to admire the local life. 

      14:00 = Start the cycling tour to discover the beautiful Mai Chau valley. You will pass through fields and villages and get the opportunity to discover more about the unique cultural activities of the White Thai ethnic group. Take a break to visit brocade production facilities made by locals.  You are welcome to visit the shops and to buy souvenirs from this unique place. 

      16:30 = Back to homestay & free time to relax, enjoy the swimming pool or walk around in the narrow alleys around the homestay. 

      19:00 = Dinner and quiet night in the homestay

      Deluxe  Room with Air-con.

  • Day 2 Mai Chau - Pu Luong Nature Reserve - Hanoi
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Mai Chau - Pu Luong Nature Reserve - Hanoi


      06:30 โ€“ 07:00 = Have breakfast in the lodge: and check out

      07:00 - 08:00 =  Board the car to reach the beautiful Pu Luong Reserve and stop at Pu Luong Eco Garden to drop your bags 

       08:30 โ€“ 12:00 = The trekking will start by a small alley nearby traditional Thai stilt houses until reaching beautiful viewpoints of the infinity rice terraces.

      Arriving from the top of the hill, you will slowly see the village of Kho Muong and understand how special this place is.

      After walking around the village, you will walk to the entrance of the cave. Possibility to visit the cave (depending on weather conditions). This is the biggest cave of the whole Reserve. You can explore deep inside and see the rock formation as the vegetation grows inside.

      12.00 = Back to Pu Luong Eco Garden to take a shower and check out. You will then enjoy lunch at the restaurant. Finally, enjoy some free time to relax or to have a swim in the infinity pool before departure.

      15.00 - 19.00 = Transfer back to Hanoi. Tour ends

  • Day 3 Day 3: Pu Luong Nature Reserve
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 3: Pu Luong Nature Reserve

      Day 3: Explore Kho Muong village and Doi Cave (6km) โ€“ Ninh Binh 120km. (B,L,D): 07.00 -08.00 = Breakfast 08.00 - 08.30 = Check out 08:30 โ€“ 12:00 = Trek following the small roads through the terrace rice fields and cross the stream to visit remote hidden village of Kho Muong to learn about the local people in Pu Luong. Explore Doi Cave (Bat cave), this is the largest cave in Pu Luong. (Depending on the weather condition) 12:00 โ€“ 13:00 = Lunch at the Eco Garden restaurant. 13:00 = Free time to relax in the Infinity pool or to walk around the village before boarding the bus to go to Ninh BInh at 14:30. 17:30 = Arrive in Ninh Binh Retreat, check in and have free time. 19:00 = Have dinner at the retreat

  • Day 4 Day 4: Ninh Binh City
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 4: Ninh Binh City

      Day 4: Cycling to Hoa Lu Ancient Capital and boat ride in Trang An (B,L): 7:30 โ€“ 8:30 = Breakfast at the Retreat 8:30 to 12:00 = Cycling through the limestone karsts to reach 2 temples of the first 2 Emperors in the 10 th Century in Hoa Lu Ancient Capital hike up the Ma Yen Mountain to visit the Kingโ€™s tomb in 10th century and enjoy the panorama view from the mountain. On the way back, stop in a local family to discover daily life and culture and share a tea with them. 12:00 -13:30 = Check out and have lunch at the Retreat 13:30 -16:00 = Go to Trang An for a boat ride in between the karst pics and enjoy the beautiful scenery and peaceful atmosphere. 16:00 = Drop you off at Ninh Binh Railway station or bus station or board the bus to go to Hanoi. 19:00 = Drop off in Hanoi old quarter. Tour ends.

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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Small Group

Youโ€™ll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Average

There are several physical activities that last from 2 to 6 hours in easy terrains, low altitude flats, or water experiences. Please ask if youโ€™re not sure this applies to you.

Age range

Age range

Min: 6 / Max: 65

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