Mai Chau - Pu Luong - Ninh Binh 3D2N

6:45-7:00 – Pick-up from your hotel in Hanoi's Old Quarter and take 3,5 hours ride to Mai Chau.

Arrive 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 & have some teabreak

17:00 – Take the bus to Pu Luong.

18:30 Arrival at Pu Luong Nature Reserve. Check-in at the hotel and enjoy Dinner

and relax in the Hotel.

Including: Transfer from Ha Noi to Mai Chau to Pu Luong, Lunch, Dinner, Tour guide,Accommodation

08h00 -08h30: Check out of the Lodge, 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'll witness traditional farming practices and the ancient waterwheels in action.

10h00: 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's culture.

10h45: 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).

13h00 – 13h30: Say goodbye to the fabulous Pu Luong Nature Reserve and start the journey to reach Halong Bay on land in Ninh Binh.

17h00: Arrival at the lodge and free time to relax around the pool or on the terrace to enjoy the peaceful atmosphere and have Dinnner.

Including: Transfer Pu Luong to Ninh Binh, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner,

Tour guide, Accom modation

08h00-08h30: Pick you up by our friendly guide then visit Hoa Lu ancient capital of Vietnam between 968 and 1010. You have a chance to learn about Vietnamese history in the feudal system under Dinh, Le and Ly Dynasty.

09h30: Get back to Car then leave for Mua Cave (Dancing Cave). Walk up almost 500 steps, you can reach the top of Lying Dragon Mountain & have an amazing panoramic view of Tam Coc

from here

12h00: Have a Buffet lunch in the restaurant with many local foods such as goat meat, fish, chicken, and fried rice... Vegetarian foods are always available in the buffet lunch.

13h30: Visit Trang An which was recognized by UNESCO as A World Heritage Site in 2014. Trang An has a wonderful tunnel cave system so Kong's Movie Group chose this place for the New Version of Kong in 2016- "Skull Island". With 2 hours for the boat trip, you will be persuaded by the beauty here.

17h00: Finish the tour and get on the Bus to take you back to Ha Noi (19h00 – 19h30).

Including: Transfer to Ha Noi, Breakfast, Lunch, Tour guide