Vietnam · Trekking

Pu Luong 3 Days Tour from Hanoi : Waterfall, Cave & Water Wheels

3 Days Round trip from Hanoi Moderate pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 3-day escape from Hanoi to Pu Luong Nature Reserve
02 Trek through rice terraces and remote Black Thai villages
03 Explore Kho Muong Cave, one of Pu Luong’s largest natural caves
04 Visit Hieu Waterfall and enjoy time to swim in nature
05 Experience bamboo rafting and see local giant water wheels
06 Stay at Pu Luong Eco Garden or similar accommodation
07 Round-trip transport, meals, entrance fees, and local guide included

Escape Hanoi for a 3-day journey into the striking landscapes of Pu Luong Nature Reserve, where limestone mountains, rice terraces, and ethnic minority villages create one of northern Vietnam’s most scenic rural settings. This experience blends gentle adventure with time to unwind, combining trekking, nature, and local culture in an eco-friendly retreat.

Explore Kho Muong Cave, trek through remote villages and terraced fields, cool off at Hieu Waterfall, and enjoy bamboo rafting alongside Pu Luong’s iconic giant water wheels. With round-trip transport, meals, local guiding, and accommodation included, this is a simple and rewarding way to discover the natural beauty of Pu Luong.

Escape Hanoi for a 3-day journey into the striking landscapes of Pu Luong Nature Reserve, where limestone mountains, rice terraces, and ethnic minority villages create one of northern Vietnam’s most scenic rural settings.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Days

Tour type Shared

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

City Hanoi

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

DAY 1: Hanoi – Pu Luong - Cave trekking (L, D) 200 km

Morning

07:00 : Pick-up at Hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter to go to Pu Luong Nature Reserve

10:00 = Short break (Outside of Hanoi)

12:00 = Arrival in Pu Luong eco garden located in Pu Luong Reserve nature and check in

After have lunch and check in your accommodation.

14:30 : Trek 6 Kms (3 hours) inside the Pu Luong Nature Reserve ( Trails and trek is suitable for everyone) .

Follow the small roads through the rice terraces to visit the remote rural villages of Black Thai Minorities to discover the local lifestyle and explore Kho Muong local Cave which is the largest natural unspoiled cave in Pu Luong.

Definitely you will be surprised at its beauty

After have lunch and check in your accommodation.

19:00 : Enjoy dinner at Pu Luong eco gardern's restaurant, with delicious and special dishes

Overnight : Pu luong nature resort - Dormitory or deluxe private room

Pu Luong Nature Reserve

After have lunch and check in your accommodation.

14:30 : Trek 6 Kms (3 hours) inside the Pu Luong Nature Reserve ( Trails and trek is suitable for everyone) .

Definitely you will be surprised at its beauty

19:00 : Enjoy dinner at Pu Luong eco gardern's restaurant, with delicious and special dishes

Overnight : Pu luong nature resort - Dormitory or deluxe private room

Thung Khe Pass

Stop at the local market of the Muong Ethnic Minority; enjoy the beautiful scenery of Thung Khe Pass (One of the 10 most beautiful passes in Vietnam).

Pu Luong Nature Reserve

Pu Luong Nature Reserve is a nature reserve in northern Vietnam. This nature reserve is situated inThanh Hoa Province, North Central Coast region of Vietnam. Pu Luong Nature Reserve is bordered by Mai Chau of Hoa Binh Province

Day 02

Day 2: Pu Luong – Hieu Waterfall full day trek (B,L,D ). (Hard Trek 10kms)

7:30 – 08:30 = Have breakfast at Pu Luong Eco Garden. Enjoying the breathtaking view from the lodge
09:00 – 12:30 = Board the car to Hieu Village and start a medium or easy trek. From there , follow the small road, trail through the terrace, rice fields, and jungle to reach Hieu Waterfall. You can swim at the waterfall to enjoy the nature , the cool water bring definitely the feeling of enjoyment
Have lunch by the waterfall.
15:00 = Board the car ato go back to Pu Luong Eco Garden – The Mountain Retreat, enjoy the time of swimming infinity pool
19:00 : Diner time with new dishes . Have a quiet night in the middle of the Reserve.

*Sleeping options: Pu Luong Eco Garden – The Mountain Retreat.
Traditional dormitory stilt house or Deluxe Room with Air-con private bathroom

Day 03

Day 3 : Pu Luong – Bamboo rafting - Trekking - Ha Noi (B,L)

Morning

07:30 – 08:30 = Have breakfast at Pu Luong Eco Garden. Enjoying the breathtaking view from the lodge

09:00 – 12:30 = Board the car to the trekking point and start a medium or easy trek. From there , follow the small road, trail through the rice fields and do bamboo rafting on the river and see local giant water wheels that will definitely be a feeling of enjoyment . Then go back to Pu Luong eco garden to enjoy lunch and free time relaxing in the infinity pool before going back to Ha Noi

Afternoon

14:00 Board the limousine bus to go back to Ha Noi

18:00 : Arrive in Ha Noi. Drop off at your hotel, End 3 days of Pu Luong trip . Thank you and hope you feel enjoyable about the trip .

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Hanoi 1 city · 3 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Dinner
Breakfast
Lunch
Transfer Roundtrip Hanoi - Pu Luong by comfortable bus
Only driver with standard english roundtrip transfer
Local Tour Guide in Pu Luong
Entrance Fees, Trekking and Exploring Nature Cave
Deluxe Room at Puluong Eco Garden or Similar if fulled

What's Not Included

Beverages, Personal Expenses and Tips

Know before you go

INFANTS MUST SIT ON LAPS
Infant seats unavailable
Not recommended for people with back problems
Not recommended for people with heart conditions
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not suitable for pets
No public transportation nearby
Not stroller accessible
Not wheelchair accessible
Ticket provides direct entry
Pick up at your hotels/stays inside Old Quarter Area between 06h45 am to 07h00 am, Please be ready at lobby from 06.45 am. If you stay outside of Old Quarter, pick up at meeting point: Hanoi Opera House at 7h00 AM.