Overview
Located about 135 km from Hanoi in an idyllic valley, Mai Chau is a perfect antidote to the cacophony of daily life. Favored by Mother Nature, Mai Chau is well-known for its brilliant-green rice paddies, verdant jungles, peaceful rivers, and rich cultural identity that inspires poets to put pen on paper.
Joining us on a 2 day - 1 night trip that will leave you feeling recharged and refreshed. You’ll not only have an unforgettable adventure, but you’ll also be supporting local ethnic communities in preserving their unique culture and improving their lives. So come lend a hand and make a difference while exploring the wonders of Mai Chau.
Itinerary
Day 1: Hanoi - Thung Khe Pass - Mai Chau Flag Tower - Mai Chau With Love Homestay - Cycling (L/D)
Day 1: Hanoi - Thung Khe Pass - Mai Chau Flag Tower - Mai Chau With Love Homestay - Cycling (L/D)
Car
7.30 - 8.00: Be picked up from your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter and depart for Mai Chau valley. Step off the city after an hour's drive, you will be amazed by the beauty of emerald-green hills which confirm that the hustle and bustle city is left behind.
Passing the Thung Khe Pass, you reach Mai Chau flag tower around 11:00. We stop here for a spectacular view of Mai Chau Valley, refresh yourself, take photos and fill-up your lungs with fresh-air.
After the break at the peak of the tower, we go straight to your homestay, Mai Chau with Love Homestay, and be welcomed by a local guide and friendly homestay host. While enjoying a welcomed drink, your guide will brief your trip itinerary. He then shows you how local people make traditional textile production. You would try to be a local person and learn how to weave as a Thai person.
After some time to acquaint yourself with the villagers, your authentic lunch will be served by a local family of the White Thai Tribe.
You then check-in at your homestay and enjoy a rest before cycling in the afternoon.
14.00: Embark on a cycling tour to explore the charming villages and rice paddy fields, get a glimpse into the vibrant culture and traditional customs of White Thai and H’mong people as well as the way of their lives.
(The electric car is always available with an additional surcharge in case you prefer not to cycle)
16.30: Conclude your cycling tour at the homestay. You can then unwind and appreciate the sunset landscape of Mai Chau valley in your leisure before having dinner.
After dinner, indulge yourself in a specially traditional performance of villagers, where you can dance and share "happy water" with the hospitable locals.
Overnight at Mai Chau with Love Homestay in a shared stilt house.
(Private bungalow is available with an additional surcharge.)
Day 2: Mai Chau With Love Homestay - Hang Kia, Pa Co - Tat Nang Waterfall - Hanoi (B/L)
Day 2: Mai Chau With Love Homestay - Hang Kia, Pa Co - Tat Nang Waterfall - Hanoi (B/L)
Motorbike
Car
8.00: After breakfast, set off on a motorbike tour by local riders to explore the stunning beauty of Hang Kia - Pa Co, located at the gateway of the Northwest. Ride via Na Meo and Pieng Ve village - the remote villages, immersing yourself in the idyllic houses of H’mong people.
Traveling by motorbike with local riders, you will have a one-of-a-kind experience that cannot be replicated by other forms of travel. You can see a whole panoramic view of the valley, feel the wind in your hair, breathe in the scent of forests, listen to the sounds of nature through the hidden germs in a remote part of Vietnam.
(An adventure riding on your own is available if you have the International Driving License)
10.30: Explore the Batik village, known for its unique hemp fabric adorned with intricate batik designs. Passed down through generations, the women possess exceptional skill in batik drawing and fabric dying. As per the traditional custom, the young girls who wish to marry must learn these skills from a young age.
11.30: Visit Tat Nang Waterfall, where you will have a picnic lunch and immerse yourself in the turquoise blue water and refreshing ambiance.
15.30: Navigate the motorbike back to the homestay through the Ba Khan Lake and get in the car to return to Hanoi. Arrive at your hotel around 19.00, cherishing the memories of this beautiful trip.
Additional details
Included
- Limousine Bus with experienced driver
- Free wifi & Water on the bus
- 01 night in sharing local stilt house (private bungalow is available with an additional surcharge)
- Local English Speaking guide
- All activities as mentioned in the itinerary
- Meals as mentioned in the itinerary: 1 Breakfast (B) 2 Lunches (L) 1 Dinner (D)
- Thai music dance show
- Entrance fees & Bicycle & Motorbike
Not Included
- Visa to Vietnam
- Any other transportations are not mentioned in the itinerary
- Insurance
- Drinks
- Meals are not mentioned in the itinerary
- Tip for guide
- Other personal expenses
Thing To Carry
- Passport
- Good sunglasses
- Good shoes for cycling
- Swimsuit & dry bag for your digital devices
- Insect repellent
- Essential medicin
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