Hanoi: Mai Chau & Pu Luong 3-day Local Culture, Farming & cooking

Day 1: Hanoi/ Ninh Binh - Mai Chau Valley - Cycling tour - Trekking Cave - Pu Luong

1. Mai Chau
   11h
   • 7:00 – Pick-up from your hotel in Hanoi's Old Quarter or Ninh Binh (08:00 -08:30). Expect a 3,5 hours drive to Mai Chau.
   • Arrive in Mai Chau which is considered the capital of the Thai people. Have lunch in the traditional house with specilties 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.
   • Your next destination is Chieu Cave also known as the Thousand Steps Cave. From the foot of the mountain, you will climb to reach the mountain’s peak from where you can enjoy the fantastic view of Mai Chau valley.
2. Pu Long Nature Reserve
   Pass by
   • 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 - Silk Village - Bamboo Rafting - Hieu Waterfall - Lunch on the Boat

1. Pu Luong Nature Reserve
   8h · Admission ticket included
   • 08:00 -08:30 AM: We'll pick you up at your hotel, 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 AM: 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 AM: Arrive at Cham Stream for a
   Bamboo rafting adventure. Relax as you
   float through lush forests, rice fields, and charming villages. (Bring a swimsuit and towel).
   • 11:30 AM: Enjoy a delicious lunch on the boat
   • Next, Hieu Waterfall - Relax at this serene waterfall, a perfect retreat.
   • Conclude your day exploring the local landscape, including rice paddies and streams, before returning to Hotel in Pu Luong by 16:00 PM.

Day 3: Pu Luong - Local market - Cycling - Cooking Class - Buffalo Cart Ride - Back to Hanoi

1. Pu Luong Nature Reserve
   5h · Admission ticket included
   • 08:00 – 08:30: We'll pick you up at your hotel and head to the Bamboo Bridge over the Ma River. Enjoy scenic views and see local artisans at work.
   • Cross the bridge and cycle through Chieng Ai Village. Visit local families, learn about rice wine production, and taste homemade rice wine. Explore a traditional home, hear historical stories, and join a Cooking class to enjoy a family-prepared meal.
   • After lunch, relax before the natural BMW experience, the buffalo cart ride. The buffalo, a cherished member of the host family, will take you to where the car awaits, sharing the region's culture and hospitality.
   • 13h00 – 13h30: Say goodbye to the fabulous Pu Luong Nature Reserve and Take the bus back to Ha Noi or Ninh Bình.
   • 18h30 – 19h00: Arrival at your Hotel in Ha Noi. 17h00 – 17h30: Arrival at your Hotel in Ninh Binh.

Pickup details

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• 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