From Hanoi/Ninh Binh: 2-Day Pu Luong Local Village & Eco Resort

5.0 (65 reviews) Hanoi, Vietnam
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Duration2 days
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LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 11 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Escape the crowds and experience authentic trekking in Pu Luong Nature Reserve on this immersive 2-day adventure from Hanoi. Hike through scenic rice terraces and remote Thai villages, where you’ll connect with local life and traditions far from the usual tourist routes.

Visit local homes, observe traditional farming practices, and discover iconic bamboo waterwheels in Chieng Lau Village. Continue your journey with a unique bamboo rafting experience along Cham Stream, where you can relax, enjoy a local lunch, and even take a refreshing swim.

With a perfect balance of trekking, cultural encounters, and nature, this small-group experience offers a deeper and more authentic side of rural Vietnam.

Options

Option 1: Stay in Homestay

stay In lovely Homestay: Enjoy a peaceful stay at a nature homestay overlooking the mountains with Balcony mountain view or Garden view private room.
Pickup included

Option 3: Stay in Eco Resort

Stay in Eco Resort : Enjoy a comfortable stay in a Eco resort surrounded by beautiful mountains and rice terraces. Relax with an infinity pool.
This Option is Small Group
Pickup included

Option 2: Stay in Eco Lodge

stay In Eco Lodge: Enjoy Staying in Eco Lodge with Bacony mountain view room
Pickup included

Option 4: Private Tour

Pickup included

What's included

  • Entrance fee
  • Pick up and Drop off: Ninh Binh or Ha Noi by Limousine and Mini Van
  • Bottled water on tour
  • Lunch
  • English-speaking local guides
  • Dinner
  • Private room in lovely Homestay, Eco Lodge or Eco Resort with Balcony mountain View
  • Drinks, tips, personal expenses
  • Solo Traveler for single Supplement: Option 1: +USD 15, Option 2: +USD 25, Option 3: +USD 35

What to expect

Day 1: Day 1: Ha Noi or Ninh Binh to Pu Luong Trekking Cultural Interaction (Lunch, Dinner).
  1. Pu Luong Nature Reserve
    8h · Admission ticket included
    06:25 – 06:35: Pick-up from your Hotel in Hanoi's Old Quarter Or 07:30 – 08:00: From Ninh Binh Center (approx 4 hours from Ha Noi or 3,5 hours from Ninh Binh with a short break)

    11:30: Arrive at Pu Luong Nature Reserve. Check in at your lodge/resort and enjoy lunch.

    13:30 – 14:00: Begin a leisurely trek through Pu Luong’s picturesque trails. Explore terraced rice paddies, rolling hills, and ethnic villages. Interact with locals, learn about their daily life, and witness traditional activities such as stilt house construction and local craftsmanship.

    Take a short break at a local spring and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere.

    16:30 – 17:00: Return to your resort to relax by the swimming pool.

    19:00: Enjoy dinner and a tranquil evening amidst the serene mountain landscape.
Day 2: Day 2: Lan Village, Silk Weaving, Waterwheels, Trekking & Bamboo Rafting (Breakfast, Lunch, Guide)
  1. Pu Luong Nature Reserve
    8h · Admission ticket included
    06:30 – 07:30: Time for breakfast.

    08:00 – 08:30: Check out and meet your guide for a scenic journey to Lan Village through rice fields and limestone mountains. Visit a local Thai household, observe the traditional silk-weaving process from cocoon to fabric, and try weaving your own piece of silk.

    Continue to Chieng Lau Village to observe traditional farming methods and the fascinating operation of ancient waterwheels.

    10:00: Embark on trek from Chieng Lau to Cham Stream. Along the way, visit a traditional stilt house to experience warm local hospitality and cultural immersion.

    10:45: Arrive at Cham Stream for a memorable bamboo rafting adventure. Enjoy a floating lunch served on the raft as you drift through lush forest, rice fields, and charming villages. (Bring a swimsuit and towel if the weather permits.)

    12:30: Return to the meeting point

    13:00 – 13:30: Depart for Hanoi or Ninh Binh by car

    18:30 – 19:00: Arrive back in Hanoi or 17:30 - 18:00: Arrive in Ninh Binh

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

If you are outside the areas mentioned above, please contact us for pickup and drop-off assistance.
Our driver will pick you up around 6:45- 7:00AM in Ha Noi and 7:30-7:45 AM in Ninh Binh. Kindly help us to be ready at the lobby on time.

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • 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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