3-Day Northern Vietnam Explorer: Mai Chau, Pu Luong & Ninh Binh

Day 1: Hanoi / Ninh Binh – Mai Chau – Pu Luong Nature Reserve (Lunch, Dinner)

1. Hanoi
   Pass by
   06:30-07:00: Pick-up From Your Hotel In Hanoi's Old Quarter. Expect A 4-hour Drive To Pu Luong Nature Reserve, With A Short Break On The Way.
2. Pass by
   11:30: Arrival At Pu Luong Nature Reserve. Check-in At The Hotel And Enjoy Lunch.
3. Pu Luong Nature Reserve
   4h · Admission ticket included
   13:30-14:00: Followed By A Leisurely Trek Through Pu Luong's Trails. Explore Terraced Rice Paddies, Rolling Hills, And Local Villages.
   Interact With Locals, Learn About Their Daily Lives, And Witness Traditional Activities.
   Visit A Local Spring For A Refreshing Break And Observe Localcraftsmanship, Including Stilt House Construction.
   Experience Local Cuisine And Culture In A Traditional Village.

Day 2: Pu Luong – Lan Village – Chieng Lau – Bamboo Rafting – Ninh Binh (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

1. Pass by
   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 Weavingfrom 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. 4h
   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.)
   13:00-13:30: Say Goodbye To The Fabulous Pu Luong Nature Reserveand Start The Journey To Reach Halongbay On Land, Ninh Binh.

Day 3: Ninh Binh – Hoa Lu – Mua Cave – Trang An – Hanoi (Breakfast, Lunch)

1. Mua Caves
   1h 30m · Admission ticket included
   Múa Cave, also known as the “Dancing Cave,” is famous for its panoramic viewpoint. After climbing nearly 500 steps to the top of Lying Dragon Mountain, visitors are rewarded with breathtaking views of the Tam Cốc valley and its limestone karsts and rice paddies.
2. Trang An Landscape Complex
   2h · Admission ticket included
   Tràng An Landscape Complex is a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its stunning natural scenery and cultural significance. On a boat trip through Tràng An, visitors glide through serene rivers, limestone caves, and temples hidden within lush cliffs — an unforgettable journey through Vietnam’s mystical landscapes.
3. Hoa Lu Ancient Capital
   1h · Admission ticket included
   Hoa Lư was the ancient capital of Vietnam during the 10th and 11th centuries, under the rule of the Đinh and Early Lê dynasties. Located in Ninh Bình province, this historic site is set amid dramatic limestone mountains and lush rice fields, offering both cultural depth and natural beauty.

Pickup details

[1] Our Guide Will Pick You Up At Hanoi Old Quarter.
[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 4,800,000.00 per person

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