Vietnam · Rural Experiences

Hanoi to Mai Chau & Pu Luong 2D1N with Overnight Stay in Pu Luong

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

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 2-day escape from Hanoi to Mai Chau and Pu Luong
  • 02 Cycle through the beautiful Mai Chau valley and local villages
  • 03 Visit brocade production facilities and learn about White Thai culture
  • 04 Climb to Nhim Cave for panoramic valley views
  • 05 Overnight stay in Pu Luong Nature Reserve
  • 06 See silk weaving and traditional farming practices in local villages
  • 07 Trek from Chieng Lau to Cham Stream
  • 08 Enjoy bamboo rafting through forests, rice fields, and villages

Escape Hanoi for a 2-day journey into the scenic valleys and traditional villages of Mai Chau and Pu Luong. This experience combines culture, nature, and soft adventure, with time to cycle through Mai Chau’s rice fields, visit local brocade workshops, and climb to Nhim Cave for sweeping valley views.

Continue to Pu Luong Nature Reserve for an overnight stay surrounded by mountains and rural landscapes. On day two, explore villages and rice fields, learn about silk weaving and traditional farming, trek to Cham Stream, and enjoy a bamboo rafting experience before returning to Hanoi.

Relax as you float through lush forests, rice fields, and charming villages.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 2 Days
Tour type Shared
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Hanoi, Mai Châu
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Hanoi - Mai Chau – Pu Luong Overnight (Lunch, Dinner)Between 06h15 am to 06h45 am: 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 Mai Chau. It takes about 3.5 hours drive from Old Quarter to Mai ChauArrive in Mai Chau which is considered the capital of the Thai people. Have lunch in the traditional house with specialties 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 Nhim 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.• Back to homestay and have some teabreak • 17:00: Take the bus to Pu Luong from Mai Chau. • 18:30 Arrival at Pu Luong Nature Reserve. Check-in at the hotel/homestay and enjoy Dinner and relaxing in the Hotel/Homestay. Including: Transfer from Ha Noi to Mai Chau to Pu Luong, Lunch, Dinner, Tour guide, Accommodation. Overnight at Pu Luong Nature Reserve

2
Day 02

Pu Luong Explore - Hanoi (Breakfast, Lunch)08:00 AM -08:30 AM: We will pick you up at your hotel/homestay, 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 will 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 & 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 if the weather is warm.) • 11:30: Enjoy a delicious lunch on the boat • 13:00 – 13:30: Say goodbye to the fabulous Pu Luong Nature Reserve and Take the bus back to Ha Noi  In the noon, guest get on BUS depart for Hanoi. Arrive back in Hanoi and drop off all guests at hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter between 18h30 pm to 19h00 pm. End of the tour. Including: Transfer Pu Luong to Ha Noi, Breakfast, Lunch, Tour guide. Not included

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Pickup service provided in Hanoi. 2 cities · 2 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Lunch
  • Breakfast
  • Dinner
  • Limousine Bus between Hanoi, Mai Chau & Pu Luong only
  • Entrance and sightseeing fees
  • Private room with bathroom
  • Local english speaking guide
  • Minivan/Car transfer in Mai Chau & Pu Luong

What's Not Included

  • Personal expenses & 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 2 days finish where they began, in Pickup service provided in Hanoi..

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