Mai Chau Valley
Nature escape / valley retreat / cycling / Thai ethnic homestay / soft adventure
Hanoi – Mai Chau – Ban Lac – Pom Coong – Na Phon / villages around the valley
adventure
Duration
2 ngày 1 đêm từ Hà Nội
Departure
Hanoi
Destination
Hanoi – Mai Chau – Ban Lac – Pom Coong – Na Phon / villages around the valley
Guests
1–20 people
Book before
3 days
Overview
Mai Chau Valley 2D1N is a short journey from Hanoi to a peaceful valley in Hoa Binh, famous for rice fields, green mountains, Thai stilt houses, and gentle village life.
Mai Chau Valley 2D1N is a short journey from Hanoi to a peaceful valley in Hoa Binh, famous for rice fields, green mountains, Thai stilt houses, and gentle village life.
This tour is ideal for those wanting to leave Hanoi for 2 days to relax, cycle around the village, enjoy local meals, sleep in a stilt house homestay, or upgrade to an ecolodge/resort. Compared to Sapa or Ha Giang, Mai Chau is easier to reach, has shorter travel time, and suits a wider range of travelers, especially families, couples, and those who prefer not to do heavy trekking.
This product is easy to sell on a Northern Vietnam itinerary as it can be combined with Hanoi, Ninh Binh, Ha Long, Pu Luong, or longer Northeast routes.
Highlights
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Explore the cool, peaceful Mai Chau Valley, easily accessible from Hanoi
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Gentle cycling through villages, rice fields, narrow paths, and traditional stilt houses
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Experience Thai ethnic culture at Ban Lac, Pom Coong, or nearby villages
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Stay in a stilt house homestay or upgrade to an ecolodge/resort with valley views
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Enjoy a local dinner and possibly traditional dance performance if arranged in advance
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Suitable for travelers seeking a gentle mountain trip, less adventurous than Ha Giang
Detailed Itinerary
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Day 1
Hanoi – Mai Chau – Ban Lac / Pom Coong – Cycling
07:30: Pick up from Hanoi
Our vehicle and guide pick you up at your hotel in central Hanoi. Depart for Mai Chau via Hoa Binh. Along the way, enjoy views of mountains, valleys, and northern countryside villages.
Our vehicle and guide pick you up at your hotel in central Hanoi. Depart for Mai Chau via Hoa Binh. Along the way, enjoy views of mountains, valleys, and northern countryside villages.
10:00: Rest stop / viewpoint
We stop at a suitable spot for tea/coffee, photos, and relaxation. If weather permits, we may stop at a viewpoint overlooking Mai Chau Valley.
We stop at a suitable spot for tea/coffee, photos, and relaxation. If weather permits, we may stop at a viewpoint overlooking Mai Chau Valley.
12:00: Arrive in Mai Chau, local lunch
Lunch at a homestay, local restaurant, or lodge depending on the package. The menu may include rice, vegetables, meat/chicken, fish, local dishes, or vegetarian if requested in advance.
Lunch at a homestay, local restaurant, or lodge depending on the package. The menu may include rice, vegetables, meat/chicken, fish, local dishes, or vegetarian if requested in advance.
13:30: Check-in at homestay/lodge
Receive your room at a stilt house homestay, private room, or ecolodge/resort depending on the chosen package. Rest after the journey from Hanoi.
Receive your room at a stilt house homestay, private room, or ecolodge/resort depending on the chosen package. Rest after the journey from Hanoi.
15:00: Cycling around Mai Chau Valley
Enjoy a gentle bike ride through villages such as Ban Lac, Pom Coong, Na Phon, or similar routes. Along the way, admire rice fields, stilt houses, green mountains, gardens, and local life.
Enjoy a gentle bike ride through villages such as Ban Lac, Pom Coong, Na Phon, or similar routes. Along the way, admire rice fields, stilt houses, green mountains, gardens, and local life.
16:30: Explore villages and shop for handicrafts
Take a short walk around the village, watch brocade weaving, buy handicrafts, or take photos of traditional stilt houses.
Take a short walk around the village, watch brocade weaving, buy handicrafts, or take photos of traditional stilt houses.
18:30: Local dinner
Dinner at homestay/restaurant. If you wish, we can arrange cultural exchange, traditional dance, or rice wine tasting depending on group size and operational status.
Dinner at homestay/restaurant. If you wish, we can arrange cultural exchange, traditional dance, or rice wine tasting depending on group size and operational status.
Overnight in Mai Chau.
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Day 2
Mai Chau Morning Walk – Local Village – Hanoi
07:00: Breakfast
Breakfast at your accommodation.
Breakfast at your accommodation.
08:00: Morning walk / bike ride
Take a short walk or bike ride around the village in the morning. This is a beautiful time to feel the valley atmosphere, take photos of fields, stilt houses, and local life.
Take a short walk or bike ride around the village in the morning. This is a beautiful time to feel the valley atmosphere, take photos of fields, stilt houses, and local life.
09:30: Visit local village / market if suitable
Depending on the day and schedule, we may visit a local market, nearby village, or continue exploring small roads around the valley.
Depending on the day and schedule, we may visit a local market, nearby village, or continue exploring small roads around the valley.
11:00: Check-out
Check out and prepare luggage.
Check out and prepare luggage.
11:30: Lunch in Mai Chau
Enjoy a local lunch before returning to Hanoi.
Enjoy a local lunch before returning to Hanoi.
13:00: Depart for Hanoi
The vehicle takes you back to Hanoi with a short rest stop along the way.
The vehicle takes you back to Hanoi with a short rest stop along the way.
17:30 – 18:30: Arrive in Hanoi
Drop-off at your hotel or a convenient central point. End of tour.
Drop-off at your hotel or a convenient central point. End of tour.
Included / Not Included
Included
- Round-trip transfer Hanoi – Mai Chau – Hanoi according to chosen package
- English or Vietnamese speaking guide as requested
- 01 night accommodation in Mai Chau: homestay/private room/lodge as per package
- Meals as per program: 01 breakfast, 02 lunches, 01 dinner
- Bicycle for village exploration as per program
- Light walking or visit to Ban Lac, Pom Coong, Na Phon or similar routes
- Basic bottled water on vehicle
- Operational support during the tour
Not included
- Beverages not included in the program
- Personal expenses
- Tips for guide, driver, and homestay host
- Surcharge for private room or upgrade to resort/ecolodge
- Traditional dance show if not included in package
- Kayaking, long trekking, or activities outside the program
- Surcharge for Korean/Chinese/Japanese speaking guide if requested
- Surcharge for weekends, public holidays, Tet, or peak season
- Personal travel insurance
- Attractions outside the program such as Pu Luong, Go Lao Waterfall, Hang Chieu, Ninh Binh
Options
Upgrade to private room in homestay
+13$
Upgrade to ecolodge/resort
Liên hệ
Traditional dance performance / cultural exchange
+57$
Longer cycling route
Liên hệ
Light trekking around the village
+13$
Add Pu Luong 3D2N
Liên hệ
Private car from Hanoi
Liên hệ
Photographer / drone if permitted
Liên hệ
Korean/Chinese/Japanese speaking guide
Liên hệ
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Booking Policy
Booking is confirmed after a 30-50% deposit payment (varies by tour). Remaining balance is due 7-14 days before departure. For last-minute bookings (under 7 days), 100% payment is required upon confirmation.
Cancellation & Refund Policy
Cancellation policy: 14+ days before departure — 100% refund of deposit. 7-13 days — 50% refund. 3-6 days — 30% refund. Within 72 hours — no refund. Third-party services (flights, trains, hotels) follow the provider's own cancellation policy.
Itinerary Changes
Vibe Vietnam Tours reserves the right to adjust the itinerary when necessary due to weather, safety, or force majeure. Any changes will be communicated in advance, always prioritizing the best experience for our guests. Some attractions may close on holidays or for maintenance — we will substitute with equivalent alternatives.
Weather & Force Majeure
Outdoor tours may be affected by weather. In case of extreme weather (typhoons, floods, prolonged heavy rain), safety is our priority. We may reschedule, reroute, or cancel the tour with a flexible refund policy.
Health & Safety
Guests must inform us in advance of any special health conditions, food allergies, dietary requirements, or physical limitations. For tours involving physical activities (trekking, cycling, water sports), guests are responsible for assessing their own fitness to participate. Vibe Vietnam Tours strongly recommends comprehensive travel insurance.
Children Policy
Children under 5 are usually free or discounted (varies by tour). Ages 6-11 are charged 50-75% of adult price. Ages 12+ are charged as adults. Please confirm the specific child policy for each tour when booking.
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