If you are looking for a short excursion from a hustle and bustle city, this tour is definitely designed for you. With its natural beauty of terraced rice fields, lush green mountains, and the friendliness of locals, your heart will fill with contentment and relaxation. You will have a precious chance to capture some amazing photos when visiting the Thai traditional Stilt House and the beautiful surrounding villages. Everything will bring you the exceptional value that you will not regret!
Highlights
- Trekking off –beaten-path to witness the outstanding sceneries of Mai Chau
- A short excursion to get away from the hustle and bustle streetlife
- Capture some photos of the panoramic views and magnificent mountain ranges
- Get acquainted with the liveliness of Thai minority
- Fill your heart with contentment and relaxation
- Explore the natural beauty of terraced rice fields, and lush green mountains
- Indulge yourself at the pool after a trekking day
| By Day | Transfer | Destinations | Activities | Meals |
| Day 1 | | Hanoi, Mai Chau | Drive to Mai Chau, Spend nearly 3 hours to cycle through Mai Chau | L, D |
| Day 2 | | Mai Chau, Hanoi | Walk to the beautiful surrounding villages, Transfer back to Hanoi | B, L |
08.00 AM: Our guide and driver will wait for you at your hotel lobby and transfer to Mai Chau, Poom Coong Village. On the way, we will stop at the local market of the Muong Ethnic Minority and enjoy the beautiful scenery of Thung Khe Pass.
After arriving in Mai Chau at around 12:00, you will enjoy the regional specialties. We will then cycle to visit Cha Long and Tong Dau villages of the Thai Ethnic Minority before visiting the real local Thai traditional Stilt House and stir your curiosity to learn about their daily life and culture.
Check-in the accommodation, enjoy your free time and then taste the traditional food, have the language exchange with the local people, and enjoy a traditional Thai music show with the famous "bamboo" dance included.
What to bring: Comfortable walking shoes, sunglasses and sunscreen, warm clothing for the evening and insect repellent. Don't forget to bring your camera
Overnight in Mai Chau.
Thai ethnic minority still preserve the traditional dance that used to be performed at an only special occasion like Tet (Vietnamese New Year), spring festival, wedding ceremony, and others. Though the lifestyle has changed a bit, this type of dance still has as much meaning today as it did then. The dance reflects the love between a couple, their love with the home village, and the wishes for good rice harvest and happiness. Visit Mai Chau, you will have an amazing chance to join with them and practice together. You can also taste the regional wine named Nep rice wine and interact with local people.
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Cycling is an ideal choice to watch and witness the fascinating and visually stunning part of Mai Chau. You will first start from Pom Coong village and then cycle along the alluring rice paddies on either side to Cha Long and Tong Dau villages to a true example of authentic experience. In addition, you will have a unique opportunity to observe the local way of life of Thai ethnic minority and get away from a hustle and bustle street life in Hanoi.
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Whilst having breakfast, you will enjoy the calm and peaceful atmosphere here. We will then visit the beautiful Na Thia and Nhot villages on the non-tourist path and enjoy the alluring rice terraces along the way.
Having lunch and enjoy your free time or go for a walk before boarding the car to get back Hanoi to check in your hotel (arranged by yourself).
What to bring: Comfortable walking shoes, sunglasses and sunscreen, warm clothing for the evening and insect repellent. Don't forget to bring your camera
Inclusions
Meals
1 breakfast 2 lunches 1 dinner
Accommodation
Hotel (2 nights),
Transport
Car, Bikking, Walking
- Vietnam visa approval letter (Not applied for nationalities in the special nations list of Vietnam Immigration Department. Check on request for details.)
- Accommodations with daily breakfast as mentioned
- Private transport in air-conditioned vehicles
- Local English-speaking guides
- Water on coach
- Entrance fees, performances & excursions
Exclusions
- International in/out flights
- Travel insurance
- Vietnam Visa Stamp fee
- Early check-in and late check-out surcharges at accommodations
- Single supplement surcharges
- Peak season surcharges: From Dec. 20 to Jan. 15
- Christmas Eve surcharges: Dec. 24
- New Year Eve surcharges: Dec 31
- New Year surcharges: Jan 01
- Lunar New Year surcharges
- Public Holidays surcharges: Hung Kings Commemoration Day, International Labor Day, National Day, Reunification Day
- Weekend surcharges: Friday, Saturday (If required)
- Beverage
- Personal expenses, tips and gratuities for guides and drivers
- Other services not mentioned above
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Hanoi, Mai Chau
Situated in Mai Chau, Mrs Chung Homestay features free WiFi, and guests can enjoy a restaurant and a garden. A patio with garden views is offered in each unit. An Asian breakfast is available each morning at the homestay. If you would like to discover the area, cycling is possible in the surroundings and Mrs Homestay can arrange a bicycle rental service.
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Ideal for fun and relaxation, Mai Chau Sunrise Village is located in the Mai Chau area of Mai Chau (Hoa Binh). From here, guests can enjoy easy access to all that the lively city has to offer. With its convenient location, the hotel offers easy access to the city's must-see destinations. Discover an engaging blend of professional service and a wide array of features at Mai Chau Nature Lodge.
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Sitting atop a private hill in Na Phon village, Mai Chau Ecolodge is the most secluded haven in Mai Chau with a stunning backdrop of lush rice paddies and emerald mountains embraced by clouds. Inspired by nature, we constructed the lodge to be a refuge of charm and serenity, providing guest a chance to forget about the worries of daily life and to enjoy the best Mai Chau has to offer.
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Day 1:Hanoi, Mai Chau
Thai ethnic minority still preserve the traditional dance that used to be performed at an only special occasion like Tet (Vietnamese New Year), spring festival, wedding ceremony, and others. Though the lifestyle has changed a bit, this type of dance still has as much meaning today as it did then. The dance reflects the love between a couple, their love with the home village, and the wishes for good rice harvest and happiness. Visit Mai Chau, you will have an amazing chance to join with them and practice together. You can also taste the regional wine named Nep rice wine and interact with local people.
Cycling is an ideal choice to watch and witness the fascinating and visually stunning part of Mai Chau. You will first start from Pom Coong village and then cycle along the alluring rice paddies on either side to Cha Long and Tong Dau villages to a true example of authentic experience. In addition, you will have a unique opportunity to observe the local way of life of Thai ethnic minority and get away from a hustle and bustle street life in Hanoi.
