Vietnam · Rural Experiences

3-Day Pu Luong Nature Tour: Ride Cart, Biking, Rafting Experience

3 Days Round trip from Pickup service provided in Hanoi. Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Explore Pu Luong Nature Reserve over 3 days
  • 02 Trek through terraced rice fields, hills, and local villages
  • 03 Cycle across the Bamboo Bridge area and through Chieng Ai Village
  • 04 Enjoy a traditional cooking class and family-prepared meal
  • 05 Experience a buffalo cart ride through the countryside
  • 06 Visit Hieu Waterfall and scenic rural landscapes
  • 07 See silk weaving and ancient waterwheels in local villages
  • 08 Float along Cham Stream on a bamboo rafting adventure

Discover the landscapes and traditions of Pu Luong Nature Reserve on this 3-day journey from Hanoi. Trek through terraced rice fields and village trails, meet local communities, and enjoy a slower pace surrounded by rolling hills, streams, and traditional stilt houses.

Along the way, experience a mix of outdoor adventure and cultural immersion with cycling, a buffalo cart ride, a cooking class, silk weaving, and bamboo rafting. With meals, accommodation, transfers, and guided sightseeing included, this tour offers a well-rounded escape into rural northern Vietnam.

With its majestic and dreamy surroundings, Hieu Waterfall is a must-visit attraction for nature lovers and adventure enthusiasts alike.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Days
Tour type Shared
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
City Hanoi
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Hanoi - Pu Luong (Lunch and Dinner)Pick-up from your hotel in Hanoi's Old Quarter. Please raedy all thing at the hotel lobby, our driver will come to your hotel and check your name with the receptionist then transfer you to Pu Luong Nature Reserve.11:30 AM: Arrival at Pu Luong Nature Reserve. Check-in at the hotel and enjoy lunch. 13:30 - 14:00 PM: Followed by a leisurely trek through Pu Luong's trails. Explore terraced rice paddies, rolling hills, and local villages. Interact with locals, learn about their daily lives, and witness traditional activities. Visit a local spring for a refreshing break and observe local craftsmanship, including stilt house construction. Experience local cuisine and culture in a traditional village. 16:30 PM: Return to your hotel to enjoy the swimming pool and. Having dinner and free time to relaxing and enjoy by yourself.  Overnight at Homestay or Resort

2
Day 02

Discover the Beauty and Culture of Pu Luong (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner)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. At the end of the day, you will return to your hotel to enjoy the swimming pool and having dinner and free time to relaxing by yourself.  Next, Hieu Waterfall - Relax at this serene waterfall, a perfect retreat after hiking. Conclude your day exploring the local landscape, including rice paddies and streams, before returning to your lodge in Pu Luong Nature Reserve. With its majestic and dreamy surroundings, Hieu Waterfall is a must-visit attraction for nature lovers and adventure enthusiasts alike.  Overnight at Homestay or Resort

3
Day 03

Pu Luong - Hanoi (Breakfast and Lunch)08:00 AM: Check out, 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, Chieu 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 Chieu 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 and enjoy a delicious lunch on the boat. Relax as you float through lush forests, rice fields, and charming villages. (Bring a swimsuit and towel if the weather is warm.) 12:30 PM: Check out of the lodge. 13:00 PM: Get on limousine and drive back to Hanoi  We will arrive at Hanoi and drop off all guests at the hotel between 18:00 pm to 19:00 pm. End of the tour.Not included

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Pickup service provided in Hanoi. 1 city · 3 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Lunch
  • Breakfast
  • Dinner
  • Limousine transfer only Hanoi and Pu Luong
  • Entrance and sightseeing fees
  • Private Room, Entry fee and Local Tour Guide
  • Car/Minivan Transfer during the time in Pu Luong

What's Not Included

  • Personal expeneses & Beverages
  • Holiday surcharge & All other services not clearly mentioned above

Know before you go

  • Infants must not sit on laps
  • Infant seats unavailable
  • Not recommended for people with heart conditions
  • Not suitable for pets
  • No public transportation nearby
  • Not stroller accessible
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • We will pick up all the guests at the hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter. Please ready all thing at the hotel lobby, our driver will come to your hotel and check your name with the receptionist then transfer you to Pu Luong.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Pickup service provided in Hanoi.
Tour start
Pickup service provided in Hanoi.
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 3 days finish where they began, in Pickup service provided in Hanoi..

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