Pu Luong 3 Day Hidden Trails Trek

Duration3 days

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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesEnglish

Group sizeUp to 9 travelers

Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Explore the untouched beauty of Pu Luong Nature Reserve on this 3-day off-road trekking adventure. Traverse scenic trails through rice terraces, discover charming villages, and immerse yourself in local culture. Delight in bamboo rafting while soaking in the serene landscapes and enjoy authentic Vietnamese cuisine throughout your stay. Engage with local communities and experience daily life in remote villages like Kho Muong and Hieu. This tour promises a unique blend of adventure, culture, and relaxation.

- 3-day itinerary featuring 19km of off-road trekking in stunning nature.
- Enjoy bamboo rafting and swimming at Hieu Waterfall.
- Explore authentic villages and meet local artisans.
- All-inclusive meals and comfortable accommodation provided throughout the trip.

Options

Deluxe Option

Gateway Inn Pu Luong: Private bungalow at a top-rated homestay
Private dinner: Private table with a choice of main course
Pickup included

Luxury Option

Pu Luong EcoLuxe Resort & Spa: Private room with stunning views of the mountains and terraced rice fields
Private dining experience: A private table featuring a selection of local specialties, freshly prepared and served at the resort
Pickup included

Pu Luong 3 Day Hidden Trails Trek

Gateway Inn Pu Luong: Shared room in a traditional Thai stilt house
Shared meals: Group meals with local Vietnamese food
Pickup included

What's included

Free cooking class (except Saturdays)
Hotel pick-up & drop-off in Hanoi by limousine
All meals included, shared group set menu
Lunch
Dinner
Bottled water during the tour
Breakfast
Entrance fees and activities as per itinerary
English-speaking guide (max. 9 guests per group)
Shared room in a traditional Thai stilt house

Bicycles, drinks & personal expenses
Deluxe: +$15/person/night, private bungalow & dinner main course choice. Single sup. +$10/night.
Luxury: +$25/person/night, 4-star resort, private-table meals, pool access. Single sup. +$15/night.

What to expect

Day 1: HANOI – PU LUONG - isolated village hidden cave (L - D)

Lake of the Restored Sword (Hoan Kiem Lake)
Pass by

Pick up at a few hotels in the Old Quarter area around Hoan Kiem Lake and then depart to Pu Luong Nature Reserve. Estimate a 4-hour drive without heavy traffic and a stop halfway.
1h · Admission ticket included

Before noon, arrive at Don village, the epicenter of Pu Luong and have lunch there. After that, check in your reserved room if available (standard check-in time 14:00). Free to relax and wander around.
3h

13:30. Transfer to Meeting Point and start a 10km trek. Conquer Kho Muong, an isolated village and the largest cave in Pu Luong by off-road trails via streams, mountain. Then, head to scenic Bang village with gorgeous paddy fields. Difficulty level 4/5.
30m · Admission ticket included

Explore the largest cave in Pu Luong via off-road trails through streams and mountains.
1h

Depart from the village and head to scenic Bang village to discover remote houses with beautiful terrace fields.
30m

Around 16:30, transfer back hotel for relaxation and have dinner. For those interested, a cooking class is available for you to learn the secrets of Vietnamese cuisine. Savor a private dinner at 7PM, then enjoy free time to relax or pay light games, wrapping up the 1st day.

Day 2: PU LUONG - Enchanting 19km Off-Road Trekking (B - L - D)

8h · Admission ticket included

Wake up in refreshing mountain air in Don village. Breakfast is served from 7:00. Recharge fully and get ready for the tour by 9:00.
2h

Get ready for a 5KM hike, the accent is Don village famed for breathtaking paddy fields. From there, follow peaceful village paths to discover Quan and Uoi - scenic and less-traveled villages tucked away from the crowds.
1h

Next, visit Lan village, a special place where the authentic life of the Thai ethnic minority still be alive. This is the only village that has preserved its traditional weaving craft despite the changes of modern life. You will witness how locals still make their fabrics by hand.

Continue the trek with another 3KM into the hidden part of Lan village, where people live humble with nature. Observe their daily activities and immerse yourself in the simplicity of rural life. Then, walk through lush jungle paths to reach Long Village, where you will visit a duck farm raising Co Lung ducks – the Pu Luong’s finest duck. These ducks are bred, hatched, and raised here, known for their exceptional taste and recognized by the Intellectual Property Office of Vietnam with a Geographical Indication certificate.
Hieu Waterfall
3h · Admission ticket included

A car (or bicycle if pre-booked) will take you 6KM along village roads to reach Hieu Village. From here, take a short walk to a local restaurant nestled next to Hieu Waterfall. Enjoy a delightful lunch with the soothing sounds of water and nature all around you.
After lunch, take your time to swim and unwind in the largest waterfall of Pu Luong Nature Reserve - an unforgettable moment in crystal-clear waters.
Then, continue your walk to explore the upper part of Hieu Village, a more remote area, before gradually following the stream down to the main road. Enjoy scenic views of surrounding mountains and small scattered homes - glimpses of local life along the way.
30m · Admission ticket included

You can expect a car pickup between 3:30 – 4:00 PM, arriving back at the hotel by 4:30 PM for some self-relaxation. Say goodbye to your guide.
Enjoy a herbal foot soak, happy hours. At 7:00 PM, savor a delicious dinner, and then you're free to enjoy the evening at your own pace. This marks the end of an enchanting day in Pu Luong.

Day 3: PU LUONG – HANOI bamboo rafting, gaint water wheels (B - L)

8h · Admission ticket included

Wake up in refreshing mountain air in Don village. Breakfast is served from 7:00. Recharge fully and get ready for the tour by 8:30.
30m · Admission ticket included

Transfer to Meeting point and start a 4.5km trek through suspension bridge, scenic villages along the largest stream. Admire water wheels by the way.
45m · Admission ticket included

Arrive at Chieu Lau dam and embark on a bamboo rafting experience. Paddle the raft upstream with locals and enjoy the moment. In Pu Luong, activities like eating or singing on bamboo rafts may sound fun at first, but they come with real risks, especially when the water level rises or flows fast after heavy mountain rain. That is why at Puluong Excursions, we keep it simple and safe: Life jackets are required at all times.
2h · Admission ticket included

Meet the transfer at the main road and return to your hotel for check-out by 11:30 AM. Enjoy lunch.
5h · Admission ticket included

13:30. Get on bus and go back Hanoi city with a break along the way. Expected time to Hanoi by 18:30 with normal traffic. Drop off at Hanoi Opera House and hotels in the old quarter. Finish the tour at hotel.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

13 Hang Muoi is a building of many companies and our sales office is at 4th floor. Just come there and have a common area with seats at the first floor to wait for bus.

End point

13 Hang Muoi is a building of many companies and our sales office is at 4th floor. Just come there and have a common area with seats at the first floor to wait for bus.

Pickup details

Make sure that you inform us an exact hotel address in the Hanoi Old Quarter
Inform your hotel receptionist to contact us unless you receive our confirmation
Be ready at your hotel lobby 15 minutes before pick-up time
Travel light with hiking shoes and comfortable clothes
Drinks and personal expenses (if any) are excluded

Additional information

Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

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