Mai Chau & Pu Luong Trekking Tour: 5 Days from Hanoi
Day 1: Hanoi – Mai Chau.· Day 2: Mai Chau Village Trek.· Day 3: Mai Chau – Pu Luong Nature Reserve.· Day 4: Pu Luong Rice Terraces Trek.· Day 5: Pu Luong – Hanoi.
Overview
What makes this journey special
This 5-day trekking tour leads you into the hills south-west of Hanoi. Walk between rice fields and stilt-house villages in Mai Chau, then continue to Pu Luong Nature Reserve for treks past terraces, bamboo forest and water wheels. Nights in a homestay and an eco-lodge bring you close to local life.
Frequently asked questions
Where does the Mai Chau & Pu Luong tour start and finish?
It starts and finishes in Hanoi.
How difficult are the treks?
The treks are easy to moderate, with around 3 to 5 hours of walking a day on village paths.
When is the best time to visit Pu Luong?
The rice terraces are greenest from around June to August and golden from September to early October.
How much does this tour cost?
Prices vary by dates, group size and hotel options. Send us your details for a tailored quote.
Day-by-day itinerary
5 days carefully planned for you
Day 1 Day 1: Hanoi – Mai Chau.
Drive south-west from Hanoi into the mountains to Mai Chau valley. In the afternoon, walk through Lac village and the surrounding rice fields.
Meals: Lunch, Dinner. Accommodation: Homestay in Mai Chau.
Day 2 Day 2: Mai Chau Village Trek.
Trek along paths between rice fields and stilt-house villages of the White Thai people, stopping to meet local families along the way.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner. Accommodation: Homestay in Mai Chau.
Day 3 Day 3: Mai Chau – Pu Luong Nature Reserve.
Drive to Pu Luong Nature Reserve and start a gentle walk through bamboo forest and terraced valleys to your eco-lodge.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner. Accommodation: Eco-lodge in Pu Luong.
Day 4 Day 4: Pu Luong Rice Terraces Trek.
Spend the day trekking past rice terraces, bamboo water wheels and quiet villages, with a picnic lunch on the trail.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner. Accommodation: Eco-lodge in Pu Luong.
Day 5 Day 5: Pu Luong – Hanoi.
Enjoy a slow morning in the valley before driving back to Hanoi.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch. Accommodation: N/A.
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What’s included
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Included
- Car with driver for all transfers
- English-speaking local trekking guide
- Homestay and eco-lodge accommodation with daily breakfast
- Other meals as listed in the itinerary
- Entrance fees for the nature reserve and sightseeing in the itinerary
- Drinking water during transfers and treks
Not included
- International flights
- Visa fees
- Travel insurance
- Meals not mentioned in the itinerary
- Drinks and personal expenses
- Tips for guides and drivers
- Optional activities on free days
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