2-Day Mai Chau & Pu Luong Adventure: Cycling, Trekking, Rafting

Hanoi, Vietnam
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Duration2 days
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LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Escape the city and explore the natural beauty of northern Vietnam on this 2-day journey from Hanoi or Ninh Binh to Mai Chau and Pu Luong Nature Reserve.

On day one, travel through scenic mountain landscapes to Mai Chau Valley, enjoy a traditional lunch in a stilt house, and cycle through rice fields and local villages. Visit brocade workshops and hike to Nhim Cave for panoramic valley views before continuing to Pu Luong for dinner and an overnight stay.

On day two, discover local culture with a visit to Lan Village to learn silk weaving, then explore Chieng Lau Village with its iconic waterwheels and traditional farming life. Trek to Cham Stream for a relaxing bamboo rafting experience and enjoy lunch on the water before returning to Hanoi

This tour blends culture, nature, and light adventure—perfect for travelers seeking an authentic and refreshing escape. [Group Tour] The app payment is a deposit. The remaining must be paid in cash at the begining 3,300,000.00 per person

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Group Tour With Cash Extra

Old Quarter Pick-up, Drop-off: Please note: As this is a group tour, pickup and drop-off are available only in the Hanoi Old Quarter or along the main r
Duration: 2 days
4 Meals
Shared Car
Pay extra 3,300,000 Vnd/Person: [Group Tour] Payment on the app is a deposit; the remaining amount 3,300,00 Vnd must be paid in cash per person

Pickup included

Private Tour - No Cash Extra

1 Night Hotel
Duration: 2 days
4 Meals
Private Car
Pickup included

What's included

  • Private Room With Wi-fi And Access To A Shared Swimming Pool
  • Shared Car Transportation With An Experienced Driver
  • English Speaking Local Guides
  • Ticket entrances
  • Meals: 1 Breakfast, 2 Lunch, 1 Dinner
  • [Some Option] Payment on the app is a deposit; the remaining amount must be paid in cash per person.
  • New year holiday surcharge, tips

What to expect

Day 1: Hanoi / Ninh Binh – Mai Chau – Pu Luong (Lunch, Dinner)
  1. Mai Chau
    3h
    • Arrive In Mai Chau Valley Which Is Considered The Capital Of The Thai People. Have Lunch In The Traditional House With Specialties Of The Northwest Mountains. Take A Small Rest To Relax Or A Quick Walk In The Narrow Alleys To Admire The Local Life.
    • 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.
  2. Chieu Cave
    3h · Admission ticket included
    • Your Next Destination Is Chieu Cave Aslo Known As The Thousand Steps Cave. From The Foot Of The Moutain, You Will Climb To Reach The Moutain’s Peak From Where You Can Enjoy The Fantastic View Of Mai Chau Valley.
    • Back To Homestay & Have Some Teabreak
    • 17:00 – Take The Bus To Pu Luong.
    • 18:30 Arrival At Pu Luong Nature Reserve. Check-in At The Hotel And Enjoy Dinner And Relax In The Hotel.
Day 2: Pu Luong – Villages – Rafting – Return (Breakfast, Lunch)
  1. 2h
    08:00 - 08:30 : Check Out Of The Lodge, Your Guide Will Pick You Up And Take You To Lan Village Through Rice Fields And Mountains. Visit A Thai Household, See Silk Weaving From Cocoon To Textile, And Try Weaving Your Own Silk.
    • Next, Chieng Lau Village, Where You'll Witness Traditional Farming Practices And The Ancient Waterwheels In Action.
  2. 3h
    08:00 - 08:30 : Check Out Of The Lodge, Your Guide Will Pick You Up And Take You To Lan Village Through Rice Fields And Mountains. Visit A Thai Household, See Silk Weaving From Cocoon To Textile, And Try Weaving Your Own Silk.
    • Next, Chieng Lau Village, Where You'll Witness Traditional Farming Practices And The Ancient Waterwheels In Action.
    • 10:00: Set Out On A Scenic 4km Trek From Chieng Lau To Cham Stream. Along The Way, Stop At A Traditional Local House To Experience Genuine Hospitality And Immerse Yourself In The Region's Culture.
    • 10:45: Arrive At Cham Stream For A Bamboo Rafting Adventure And Enjoy A Delicious Lunch On The Boat. Relax As You Float Through Lush Forests, Rice Fields, And Charming Villages(bring A Swimsuit And Towel If The Weather Is Warm.)
    • 12:30: End Of The Tour.
    • 13:00 – 13:30: Depart For Hanoi By Car.
    • 18:30 – 19:00: Arrive Back In Hanoi.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

[1] [Group Tour] Pick-up, Drop-off in Hanoi Old Quarter only. [Private Tour] Pick-u, Drop-off With Large Zone.
[2] Please Send Us Your Full Name, IMessage/Whatsapp Phone Number, Pick-Up Address In Advance.
[3] If You're Staying Far From The Old Quarter, Kindly Contact Us So We Can Help Organize Your Trip—An Extra Fee May Apply For Distant Pick-Up Locations.
[4] [Some Option] The app payment is a deposit. The remaining must be paid in cash at the begining 3,300,000.00 per person

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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