Mai Chau & Pu Luong Nature Retreat 3 Days: Green Valleys & Cascading Terraces
An idyllic eco-escape from Hanoi: cycle through tranquil White Thai stilt hamlets in Mai Chau, admire tiered rice paddies in Pu Luong, and raft along pristine Cham River streams.
Hanoi → Mai Châu Valley → Pù Luông Nature Reserve → Hanoi
Overview
This private four-day, three-night tour leaves Hanoi for the Thai villages of Mai Châu, then crosses Thung Khe Pass into the Pù Luông Nature Reserve. Walking and easy cycling fill the mornings and afternoons, with the rest of the time left to the lodge and the valley. One night is spent in Mai Châu and two in Pù Luông.
Cycling Bản Lác, walking to Kho Mường, sleeping in the valley
Cycling Emerald Rice Valleys Across Mai Chau Hamlets
Pedal across tranquil valley flats in Lac Village, visiting White Thai stilt homes and witnessing vibrant handloom weaving arts.
Breathtaking Cascading Terraces of Pu Luong Nature Reserve
Trek down winding hillside trails across Don and Hieu villages, enveloped in endless tiers of verdant terraced rice paddies.
Bamboo Rafting on Cham Stream & Giant Traditional Waterwheels
Float gracefully on rustic bamboo rafts along pristine Cham Stream, passing ancient giant bamboo waterwheels turning rhythmically.
Add-ons, extras and airport transfers
The Thai cooking class, the Thai folk performance, the photography-assisted tour and the advanced Pù Luông trekking are optional add-ons and are not part of the included services. Spa services, personal drinks, laundry, travel insurance and tips for the guide and driver are at your own cost.
Pick-up or drop-off at Noi Bai airport applies only when it is stated in the service confirmation. A single room supplement, room upgrades and holiday or Tet surcharges are charged separately.
Highlights
Four days and three nights, departing from Hanoi
One night in a Mai Châu homestay or eco lodge, two nights in a Pù Luông eco lodge
Light walking and cycling around Bản Lác, Bản Pom Coọng, Bản Hiêu and Bản Kho Mường
Private air-conditioned vehicle for the whole route
English-speaking guide on the sightseeing days
From 396 USD per person
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1
Hanoi – Mai Châu Valley
- Scenic mountain stop along the drive
- Check in at a homestay or eco lodge in Mai Châu
- Cycle or walk through Bản Lác and Bản Pom Coọng
- Dinner with local specialties
Day 2
Mai Châu – Pù Luông Nature Reserve
- Visit Thung Khe Pass and take in the valley views
- Check in at the eco lodge in Pù Luông
- Gentle walk through villages, rice terraces and a waterfall
- Evening rest at the lodge
Day 3
Exploring Pù Luông
- Walk to Bản Hiêu and Bản Kho Mường
- Rice terraces and waterfall views
- Picnic lunch or lunch at a local restaurant
- Rest or cycle around the lodge
- Optional cooking class
- Dinner with local specialties
Day 4
Pù Luông – Hanoi
- Rest, take photos or a short walk around the village
- Check out
- Rest stop on the road
- Lunch at a local restaurant
Included / Not Included
Included
- Three nights of accommodation: one night in Mai Châu and two nights in Pù Luông, according to the service class
- Private air-conditioned vehicle throughout the journey: Hanoi – Mai Châu – Pù Luông – Hanoi
- English-speaking guide on the sightseeing days
- Meals as per the programme: breakfast at the accommodation, lunch and dinner as scheduled
- Entrance tickets and experience fees as per the itinerary
- Light walking and cycling around the villages and the accommodation area
- Bottled water in the vehicle and operations support throughout the programme
Not included
- International or domestic flights, visa and immigration documents
- Noi Bai airport pick-up or drop-off unless clearly stated
- Activities outside the programme: folk performances, cooking classes, photography assistance, spa services
- Personal drinks, minibar, laundry and personal expenses
- Tips for the guide and driver
- Single room supplement, room upgrades and holiday or Tet surcharges
- Personal travel insurance