DETAILED ITINERARY
6:45 AM: Pickup from hotels in the Hanoi Old Quarter and depart for Pu Luong via scenic mountain roads. En route, make stops for photo opportunities in the Mai Chau valley.
11:00 AM: Arrive in Pu Luong and meet our guide. Begin your adventure by descending into Kho Muong, a secluded village nestled inside a breathtaking valley. Explore Bat Cave, the region’s largest cave, then enjoy lunch with view at a local restaurant.
1:30 PM: Transfer to Don village, the heart of Pu Luong, and embark on a 5km hike along Pu Luong’s iconic trails. As you trek, be captivated by the ever-changing scenery of stunning rice terraced fields. Along the way, take in the tranquility of cool streams, lush farmlands, and the delightful sight of ducks paddling in ponds. Interact with friendly locals as they go about their daily routines.
3:00 PM: Reach a remote village inhabited by 100 Thai families, often referred to as the “Kingdom of Thai People in Pu Luong.” Here, you have the choice to explore the area on foot or take a leisurely bicycle ride, which can be covered in just 20 minutes.
Visit a typical local house to gain insights into the culture, traditional costumes, and the art of traditional weaving. This immersive experience offers a closer look at the lives of the local people in Pu Luong and the mountainous ethnic minorities of Northern Vietnam.
4:00 PM: Enjoy some local snacks while engaging with the welcoming residents. After this enriching experience, it’s time to depart for Hanoi, with an estimated arrival back in the city center at 8:00 PM, taking a different route for a quicker return.
This concludes the tour, and you will be dropped off at your Hanoi hotel around 8:30 PM.
