Pu Luong Nature Reserve Adventure 3 Day 2 Night Tour

Hanoi, Vietnam
Duration3 days
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 9 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Experience an authentic journey to Pu Luong Nature Reserve, a place where nature's beauty and the tranquility of rural life await you. This itinerary includes scenic treks, engaging cultural interactions, and breathtaking landscapes. Perfect for those looking to unwind and immerse themselves in a picturesque and culturally rich environment.

What's included

  • English-speaking local guide, sightseeing tickets, and bottled water.
  • Bamboo rafting and motorbike experience with a private rider.
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Breakfast
  • Travel insurance as per tour program
  • Round-trip Limousine bus transport (Hanoi - Pu Luong)
  • Bicycle rental, personal drinks, and laundry
  • Value-Added Tax (VAT)
  • Personal expenses

What to expect

Day 1: Hanoi to Pu Luong - Exploring Local Villages and Water Wheels (Lunch, Dinner)
  1. Pu Luong Nature Reserve
    1 day · Admission ticket included
    7:00 AM: Pick-up from your hotel in Hanoi’s Old Quarter. Begin a scenic 4-hour drive to Pu Luong.
    10:00 AM: Enjoy a short rest stop, taking in the surrounding village views.
    12:00 PM: Arrive at Pu Luong Nature Reserve. Lunch will be served at a local restaurant, followed by check-in and relaxation.
    1:30 PM: Begin your afternoon adventure. A guided 2.5 km walk starts at Ban Cong, crossing a suspension bridge to a village renowned for its beautiful river scenery.
    • Explore the unique water wheels crafted by the region’s ethnic minorities.
    • Embark on a bamboo rafting trip along the river, guided by local residents.
    3:00 PM: After rafting, continue with a 2 km trek through rice paddies and villages. Your vehicle will pick you up to return to the hotel by 5:00 PM.
    Evening: Enjoy an optional cooking class to learn Vietnamese culinary techniques, followed by dinner at 7:00 PM. After dinner, relax at your own pace.
Day 2: Full Day in Pu Luong - Caving, Motorbike Ride, and Waterfall (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
  1. 1 day
    7:00 AM: Start with breakfast and be ready by 9:00 AM for a memorable day.
    Morning: Ride through Bang and Kho Muong villages, where you'll get a firsthand view of local life and natural beauty.
    • Visit the Bat Cave, the largest in Pu Luong, and enjoy a tour guided by locals in Kho Muong village.
    11:00 AM: Depart for Hieu village, a place to experience rural life and appreciate the serene surroundings.
    Lunch: Stop at a picturesque waterfall in Pu Luong for a picnic lunch. Take time to swim and unwind in nature’s embrace.
    Afternoon: Enjoy the return motorbike journey back to the hotel, arriving around 4:00 PM to relax.
    Evening: A second optional cooking class is available, or simply enjoy a delightful dinner at 7:00 PM. Take the evening to relax as you wish.
Day 3: Pu Luong to Hanoi - Iconic Rice Terraces and Local Craft (Breakfast, Lunch)
  1. Pu Luong Nature Reserve
    12h · Admission ticket included
    7:00 AM: After breakfast, prepare for a peaceful morning stroll through the valley to Don village, known as the “heart” of Pu Luong.
    8:45 AM: Walk through terraced fields to Uoi hamlet, nestled below the mountain. Capture the captivating scenery on your camera as you walk.
    Lan Village: Reach the “Kingdom of Thai People in Pu Luong,” where about 100 Thai families reside.
    • Optional bicycle ride or relaxed walk around the village.
    • Interact with the locals and observe traditional brocade weaving.
    11:30 AM: Return to the hotel, check out, and have lunch.
    1:00 PM: Begin your journey back to Hanoi, with an expected arrival by 6:30 PM.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

If your accommodation is outside the Old Quarter, please come to the company office, and the car will pick you up between 6:45 and 7:00.

End point

If your accommodation is outside the Old Quarter, please come to the company office, and the car will pick you up between 6:45 and 7:00.

Pickup details

Between 6:30 and 7:00 am pick-up from your hotel in Hanoi’s Old Quarter. Begin a scenic 4-hour drive to Pu Luong.

Additional information

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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