Mai Chau, located about 140 kilometers from Hanoi, is renowned for its lush rice paddies, limestone mountains, peaceful valleys, traditional White Thai stilt houses, and the impressive Nhim Cave.
This 2-day, 1-night tour also explores Pu Luong Nature Reserve, where you will discover terraced rice fields and traditional villages, experience local culture, enjoy lunch on a boat, swim in Cham Stream during a bamboo rafting trip, observe traditional farming in Chieng Lau Village, and visit the iconic waterwheels. Blending nature, culture, and adventure, this tour offers an authentic experience of rural northern Vietnam.
- Cycling
- Trekking Local House
- Rice fields
- Silk Village
- Bamboo Rafting
- Water Wheels
- Cooking Class
- Buffalo Cart Ride
- Hieu Waterfall
- Traditional silk-weaving experience
- Scenic village trekking
- Traditional waterwheels
Day 1 :Ha Noi/ Ninh Binh – Mai Chau Valley– Pu Luong Nature Reserve (L,D).
06:45 AM – 07:00 AM: Pick-up from your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter to begin the trip to Mai Chau Valley.
12:00 PM – 17:00 PM: Arrive in Mai Chau, the capital of the White Thai people. Savor a local specialty lunch inside a traditional stilt house. Embark on a guided Cycling tour through narrow alleys, lush rice paddies, and local brocade workshops. Hike up to Nhim Cave to absorb stunning views of the valley floor.
17:00 PM – 18:30 PM: Board the bus to Pu Luong Nature Reserve. Check into your accommodation, enjoy a relaxing dinner, and unwind.
Day 2 : Pu Luong -Lan Village-Silk-Weaving- Rafting – Ninh Binh
08:00 AM – 10:00 AM: Depart your lodge to visit Lan Village. Learn the traditional process of silk-weaving from local artisans and try weaving your own textile. Continue to Chieng Lau Village to witness historic, active wooden waterwheels.
10:00 AM – 13:00 PM: Take a 1–2 km trek to Cham Stream. Board a bamboo raft for a scenic river cruise past local farms and forests, while enjoying a unique floating lunch directly on the raft.
13:00 PM – 16:00 PM: Depending on seasonal conditions, participate in one of two paths:
Option 1: Relax and swim at the serene Hieu Waterfall,
OR Option 2: Enjoy a scenic trek through Kho Muong Village and discover the limestone formations inside Bat Cave.
Return to the lodge by 16:00.
Day 3 : Cycling, Cooking Class, Buffalo cart ride (B,L)
08:00 AM – 13:00 PM: Check out and head to the Bamboo Bridge over the Ma River. Cycle through Chieng Ai Village to visit families making traditional homemade rice wine. Enter a local home to join an immersive Cooking Class and enjoy your self-prepared family lunch. After lunch, experience a traditional buffalo cart ride (“Natural BMW”) out to your main vehicle.
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.
- Private room with Wi-Fi and access to a shared swimming pool based on double occupancy.
- Shared car transportation with an experienced driver.
- Lunch on Day 1, Day 2, Day 3 and Dinner: Day 1, Day 2.
- Bamboo rafting experience with an onboard lunch included.
- Visits to local houses, waterwheels, Hieu Waterfall and farms.
- Guided tours with English-speaking local guides.
- Trekking in the village.
- Bottled water on tour.
- Cooking class.
- The buffalo cart ride.
- Entry fees.
- VAT (Government tax).
- Drinks, tips, personal expenses.
- Insurance.
- 0 – 5 years old: One child in this age group can join the tour free of charge. Transportation costs $18 USD per way for a private seat on the Car transfer. This child will share a bed with their parents. For each additional child in this age group, the cost is 50% of the adult price, including transportation.
- 6 – 9 years old: 75% of the adult price, with an extra bed provided.
- 10 years and older: 100% of the adult price, with an extra bed provided.
| Package | Price / person | Room | Single surcharge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard | $235 | Homestay in Pu Luong | $20/ Night |
| Deluxe | $255 | Eco Lodge in Pu Luong | $25/ Night |
| Premium | $275 | Eco Resort in Pu Luong | $35/ Night |
