3D2N | Journey to Discover the Nature of Mai Chau - Pu Luong | Departing from Hanoi/Ninh Binh

— GENERAL INFORMATION —

Departure Time: Hanoi's Old Quarter (06:25 –06:35) or Ninh Binh (08:00 –08:30).

Return Time: Hanoi's Old Quarter (18h30 – 19h00) or Ninh Binh (17h00 – 17h30).

Duration: 3 Days 2 Nights.

Pickup & Meeting Points:

The bus will pick you up at your hotel in Hanoi's Old Quarter at 06:25 -6:30 AM or in the Tam Coc - Trang An area of Ninh Binh at 8:00 -8:30 AM.

If you are outside the designated pickup areas, please gather at one of the following meeting points:

• Hanoi: Hanoi Opera House, 90 Kim Ma, 180 Tran Duy Hung.
• Ninh Binh: Central Tam Coc - Trang An area.
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– ITINERARY –

Day 1: Ha Noi - Pu Luong - Trekking and Cultural Interaction.

06h25-06h35: Pick-up from your hotel in Hanoi's Old Quarter or Ninh Binh. Expect a 4-hour drive to Pu Luong Nature Reserve, with a short break on the way.

 

11h30: Arrival at Pu Luong Nature Reserve. Check-in at the hotel and enjoy lunch.

 

13h30-14h00: Followed by a leisurely trek through Pu Luong's trails. Explore terraced rice paddies, rolling hills, and local villages. Interact with locals, learn about their daily lives, and witness traditional activities.

 

Visit a local spring for a refreshing break and observe local craftsmanship, including stilt house construction.

 

Experience local cuisine and culture in a traditional village.

 

16h30 – 17h00: Return to your hotel to enjoy the swimming pool and Dinner.

 

Day 2: Pu Luong -Lan Village-Silk-Weaving- Rafting – Ninh Binh.

08h00 -08h30: Check out of the Lodge, your guide will pick you up and take you to Lan Village through rice fields and mountains. Visit a Thai household, see silk weaving from cocoon to textile, and try weaving your own silk.

 

Next, Chieng Lau Village, where you'll witness traditional farming practices and the ancient waterwheels in action.

 

10h00: Set out on a scenic 4km trek from Chieng Lau to Cham Stream. Along the way, stop at a traditional local house to experience genuine hospitality and immerse yourself in the region's culture.

 

10h45: Arrive at Cham Stream for a bamboo rafting adventure and enjoy a delicious lunch on the boat. Relax as you float through lush forests, rice fields, and charming villages. (Bring a swimsuit and towel if the weather is warm.)

 

13h00 – 13h30: Say goodbye to the fabulous Pu Luong Nature Reserve and start the journey to reach Halong Bay on land, Ninh Binh.

 

17h00: Arrival at the lodge in Ninh Binh and free time to relax around the pool or on the terrace to enjoy the peaceful atmosphere and have Dinnner.

 

Day 3: Ninh Binh - Hoa Lu - Mua Cave - Trang An – Ha Noi.

08h00-08h30: Get pick up by our friendly guide then visit Hoa Lu ancient capital of Vietnam between 968 and 1010. You have a chance to learn about Vietnamese history in the feudal system under Dinh, Le and Ly Dynasty.

 

09h30: Get back to Car then leave for Mua Cave (Dancing Cave). Walk up almost 500 steps, you can reach the top of Lying Dragon Mountain & have an amazing panoramic view of Tam Coc from here

 

12h00: Have a Buffet lunch in the restaurant with many local foods such as goat meat, fish, chicken, and fried rice... Vegetarian foods are always available in the buffet lunch

 

13h30: Visit Trang An which was recognized by Unesco as A World Heritage Site in 2014. Trang An has a wonderful tunnel cave system so Kong's Movie Group chose this place for the New Version of Kong in 2016- "Skull Island". With 2 hours for the boat trip, you will be persuaded by the beauty here.

 

17h00: Finish the tour and get on the Bus to take you back to Ha Noi (19h30 – 20h00).

 

 

INCLUDED:

• Private room with Wi-Fi and access to a shared swimming pool.
• Pick-up/drop-off by Limousine Bus (HN – PL, NB – HN) with an experienced driver.
• Lunch on Day 1, Day 2, and Day 3.
• Dinner on Day 1 and Day 2.
• Bamboo rafting experience with an onboard lunch included.
• Visits to local houses, waterwheels, and farms.
• Guided tours with English-speaking local guides.
• Trekking in the village.
• Bottled water on tour.
• Entry fees.

EXCLUDED:

• Drinks, tips, personal expenses.
• Insurance.