6D5N Mai Chau Pu Luong Retreat Ninh Binh Tour
Hanoi – Mai Chau – Pu Luong – Trang An – Mua Cave - Hanoi
- 6 days 5 nights
- Hanoi
- Hanoi
Overview
Immerse yourself in the serene beauty and traditional cultures of Northern Vietnam on this 6-day retreat through Mai Chau, Pu Luong, and Ninh Binh. Explore the stilt house villages and lush rice fields of Mai Chau, then hike through the stunning landscapes of Pu Luong Nature Reserve. In Ninh Binh, cruise the Tam Coc River, surrounded by towering limestone cliffs, and visit the ancient capital of Hoa Lu and the sacred Bich Dong Pagoda. Throughout your journey, stay in eco-friendly resorts, savor authentic Vietnamese cuisine, and experience the rhythm of country life. This small-group tour offers an unparalleled opportunity to discover the tranquil charm and rich heritage of Northern Vietnam.
Arrival/Departure Locations
- Hanoi/ Hanoi
Service Included
- Accommodation in shared double or twin room at hotels selected. (If you have 3 pax , you can stay at Triple rooms)
- Transfer by private air-conditioned vehicle with good condition as per program
- English/ Mandarin speaking guide except during time at leisure.
- Entry fees for all sightseeing as mentioned on the program.
- Meals as mentioned on the program
- Drinking water : 02 bottles / per day/ per pax ( 1 bottle = 500ml)
Service Excluded
- Visa for Vietnam
- International flights, Domestic Flight
- Single Supplement ( if client wants to stay at single room)
- Drinks, personal expenses and all services not clearly mentioned.
- Tipping for tourguides and drivers ( Should be : 3 usd / per tourists per day for group from 2-10 pax , 5 usd / per tourist / per day for group under 10 pax)
- Early Check in ( Before 2.00 p.m) and Late Check Out ( after 12.00 p.m)
- Subcharge for national holidays ( 30.04 , 01.05 , 24.12, New Year , Chinese New Year )
Tour highlights
Car
Mountain
Caves
Bicycle
Temple
Historical sites
Tour details
Day 1: Hanoi Arrival ( Dinner )
Upon arrival, your tour guide and driver will welcome you and transfer you to Hanoi City. Take some time to explore the old city of Hanoi, visit Hoan Kiem Lake, and St. Joseph Cathedral. Check-in at the hotel and enjoy some free time. In the evening, enjoy international buffet dinner at lotus restaurant – one the the best and biggest restaurant in Hanoi.. Overnight in Hanoi
- International Buffet Dinner included
Day 2: Hanoi – Mai Chau – Pu Luong ( Breakfast/ Lunch/ Dinner )
After having a breakfast in hotel and check out, Tourguide and driver will pick up and transfer to Mai Chau. Along the way, capture the breathtaking landscapes that unfold before you. Upon arrival in Lac Village, enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant.
Immerse yourself in the tranquil beauty of Mai Chau as you observe farmers tending to lush paddy fields and locals weaving intricate scarves. Discover the charm of peaceful villages adorned with Traditional stilt houses. Delve into the rich culture of the minority people and uncover their ancient customs and traditions. Keep an eye out for vibrant green parrots in the dense forest!
Continue your adventure to Pu Luong. Upon arrival, check in at the hotel and unwind. Relish a sumptuous dinner at a local restaurant.
Overnight in Pu Luong.
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner included
Day 3: Pu Luong Full Day ( Breakfast/ Lunch/ Dinner )
After a delightful breakfast, set off to Kho Muong Village, an isolated gem inhabited by the Thai people. Explore the village and conquer the impressive Bat Cave (Kho Muong Cave), the largest cave and waterfall in Pu Luong. Next, journey to the stunning Hieu Waterfall. Enjoy a delectable lunch at a local restaurant by the waterfall, then take time to marvel at its natural beauty. Visit Lan Village, a handicraft hub home to over 100 Thai families. Stroll through the village, visit farmlands, and meet the warm and welcoming locals. Witness their daily lives and traditional brocade sewing. Engage with the artisans and perhaps take home a unique souvenir. Return to your hotel in the late afternoon to relax. Enjoy dinner at a local restaurant. Overnight in Pu Luong.
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner included
Day 4: Pu Luong– Ninh Binh ( Breakfast/ Lunch/ Dinner )
Begin your day with breakfast at the hotel before embarking on a picturesque walk through Don Village’s lush valley. The gentle path winds through vast terraced fields, offering stunning views at every turn. Discover Uoi Hamlet, a quaint settlement nestled at the base of a towering mountain. Capture unforgettable photos of this enchanting landscape. Return to the hotel for check out, then enjoy lunch at a local restaurant. After lunch , transfer to Ninh Binh. Upon Tam Coc , Check in the hotel. Have dinner at local restaurant. Overnight in Tam Coc.
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner included
Day 5: Tam Coc - Trang An – Mua Cave - Hanoi (Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner)
Breakfast at the hotel, check out and then we will departure to visit Trang An Scenic Landscape complex was recognized as an UNESCO World Cultural and Natural Heritage site, take an amazing sampan trip rowing along the small canel with scenic mountain and green fields landscape. The sampan trip ( small boat ) takes you to discover the cave systerm of Trang An as Ba Giot Cave, Nau Ruou cave, Sang Cave, Toi Cave, the rivers and the scenery of limestone mountain - Halong bay on land. The sampan also drops us to visit the temple of Vietnamese King Tran in the center of the World Cultural and natural heritage Trang An.
Have lunch in local restaurant close by, drive along the beautiful way with the high mountain ranks both side to Hang Mua Cave. Spend time to clim up to the the top of the mountain Hang Mua. From the top you can see overview Tam Coc and Ninh Binh’s stunning countryside. Drive back to Hanoi. Check in the hotel. Free and easy.
Have dinner at local restaurant. Overnight in Hanoi.
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner included
Day 6: Hanoi Departure ( Breakfast )
Breakfast at the hotel, Free and easy until check out ( checkout time before 12.00 PM) and transfer to the airport for flight home sweet home. End of our services.
- Breakfast included
Children Policy:
- Under 3 years ( Parents will pay if anywhere request for fee): free of charge
- Child from 11 years (Share Room with 1 Adult): 100% adult fare
- Child from 3-10 years (Share Room with 1 Adult): 100% adult fare
- Child from 3-10 years (with extra bed): 90% adult fare
- Child from 2 - 10 years ( without extra bed): 75% adult fare
