Highlights
- Gain exclusive access to local households for cultural exchange
- Cycle through Mai Chau’s quiet hamlets and rice fields
- Raft along Cham Stream on a bamboo raft and enjoy a floating lunch
- Visit ancient waterwheels and meet farmers tending their land
- Trek through terraced paddies and hidden villages in Pu Luong
Description
Experience the beauty of northern Vietnam on a private journey designed for flexibility, authentic cultural encounters, and a relaxed pace through Mai Chau and Pu Luong.
Day 1: Hanoi / Ninh Binh – Mai Chau – Pu Luong (L, D)
07:30 – 08:00 | Hotel pick-up
Meet your guide at your hotel in Hanoi or Ninh Binh and depart for Mai Chau (approx. 3.5–4 hours with a short break).
11:30 | Arrival & local lunch
Arrive in Mai Chau Valley and enjoy a traditional lunch prepared by a local Thai family.
13:00 | Village cycling & cultural visit
After a short rest, begin a gentle cycling tour through rice fields and stilt-house villages. Visit a local brocade workshop and learn about traditional weaving and dyeing techniques.
15:00 | Nhim Cave viewpoint hike
Transfer to Nhim Cave and take a short scenic hike to a natural viewpoint overlooking Mai Chau Valley.
16:30 | Transfer to Pu Luong
Continue your journey to Pu Luong Nature Reserve.
17:30 | Check-in & leisure time
Check in at your mountain lodge and relax with views over the rice terraces.
19:00 | Dinner
Enjoy dinner at the lodge.
Day 2: Lan Village – Silk Weaving – Waterwheels – Bamboo Rafting (B, L)
07:00 | Breakfast
Start your day with breakfast at the lodge.
07:30–08:00 | Your guide picks you up at your hotel.
Travel to Lan Village and visit a local Thai artisan’s home. Learn about the silk-making process from cocoon to finished textile and try weaving yourself.
09:30 | Chieng Lau Village & waterwheels
Continue to Chieng Lau Village to see traditional bamboo waterwheels and observe local farming life.
10:30 | Trek to Cham Stream (4 km)
Begin a scenic trek through rice terraces, gardens, and remote villages.
11:30 | Bamboo rafting & floating lunch
Arrive at Cham Stream and board a bamboo raft. Drift gently along the stream while enjoying a freshly prepared lunch on the raft, surrounded by lush nature.
13:00 | Return transfer
After the experience, begin your transfer back to Hanoi or Ninh Binh.
18:00 – 18:30 | Drop-off
Arrive at your hotel. End of the tour.
Includes
A balcony private room at homestay, eco lodge or Eco Resort with garden view or mountain view
English-speaking Local guide in Mai Chau and Pu Luong
Limousine/ Minivan transfer round-trip
All entrance fees
All activities: cycling, trekking, silk weaving, bamboo rafting...
Lunch (Day 1 & 2), Dinner (Day 1), Breakfast (Day 2)
Bottled water on tour
Excludes
Solo Traveler Surcharge: Homestay: $20 extra, Eco Lodge: $25 extra and Eco Resort: $35 extra for Single supplement
Option 4 (Private Tour): Upgrade to Eco Lodge Stay +USD 12, Eco Resort Stay +USD 18 per person
Personal expenses, beverages
Travel insurance
Tips
Important Information
- Pick-up and drop-off policy: We can pick you up in Hanoi (Limousine) or Ninh Binh (Minivan 16 seats) and drop you off in Hanoi or Ninh Binh
- CHILD POLICY: Children aged 0–4: Parents are responsible for all expenses, Children aged 4–9: Share a bed with parents.
- ACCOMMODATION POLICY: If the listed hotels are fully booked, similar standard accommodation will be provided.
- TRIP COORDINATION: The Operator team will contact you via WhatsApp before your pick-up date to confirm details, give you guidance & support throughout the tour and address your questions & requests.
- LUGGAGE: bring over and store it in our Resort - backpack with everything necessary for 2 days + comfortable clothes + shoes are recommended.
- GROUP SIZE: To ensure your safety and comfort, our guided groups are limited to 10 participants
Easy cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
