Escape Hanoi for a green day trip to a peaceful highland valley. Savor a rustic local lunch, then customize your afternoon with either a scenic bicycle ride or an immersive jungle trek.

 

Itinerary

  • 2 pickup location options:

    Old Quarter, Hanoi

  • Mai Chau Lodge

    Break time, Photo stop, Visit, Lunch, Guided tour, Free time, Shopping, Sightseeing, Walk, Sunset, Sunrise (12 hours)

  • 2 drop-off locations:

    Hanoi, Old Quarter

    Highlights

    • Admire sweeping mountain views from a majestic white limestone pass
    • Savor a rustic, authentic lunch inside a traditional wooden stilt house
    • Choose your afternoon: A scenic bicycle ride OR an immersive jungle trek
    • Interact with indigenous weavers and discover ancient textile crafts.
    • Immerse yourself in the slow, peaceful lifestyle of highland villagers
    Full description
    06:30 AM – 07:00 AM: Departure from Hanoi
    Our professional driver and guide will pick you up at your hotel in Hanoi Central District (Old Quarter). Embark on a scenic drive heading northwest into the gate of the gateway highlands, leaving the urban bustle behind.09:30 AM: Panoramic Mountain Pass Stopover
    Take a short break at a spectacular mountain pass, famous for its grand white limestone cliffs wrapped in morning mist. Breathe in the crisp mountain air and capture stunning panoramic photos of the rolling valleys below.10:30 AM: Deep Immersion into the Highland Culture
    Arrive at a serene, hidden valley basin away from mass tourism. Witness a peaceful landscape painted with endless emerald fields and traditional stilt houses nestled under the emerald mountains. Walk through the rustic hamlets to meet the friendly indigenous people and see how they preserve their centuries-old lifestyle.

    11:30 AM: Rustic Local Lunch in a Traditional Stilt House
    Step inside a genuine, high-roofed wooden stilt house built from rustic timber and palm leaves. Enjoy an authentic family-style lunch featuring organic highland specialties, such as bamboo-cooked sticky rice, slow-roasted hill chicken, and fresh stream greens. (Note: The menu changes daily based on seasonal harvest to ensure the freshest quality).

    01:30 PM: Your Afternoon, Your Choice (Tailor Your Experience)
    After a relaxing lunch break, customize your eco-adventure with one of the two following exciting options:

    Option 1: The Scenic Cycling Route: Hop on a bicycle for a relaxing ride along flat, car-free village pathways. Coast past bubbling streams, local fruit orchards, and lush green fields while enjoying the refreshing breeze.

    Option 2: The Immersive Jungle Trek: For those who love walking, follow your guide on a light trek through a lush bamboo forest and hidden valley trails. Discover untouched paths and learn about the local flora and fauna.

    03:30 PM: Farewell Highland Valley – Return to Hanoi
    Bid farewell to the peaceful village and board the vehicle for the comfortable journey back to the capital.

    07:30 PM: Tour Ends in Hanoi
    Arrive back at your hotel in Hanoi Central District. Tour ends with unforgettable memories.

    Includes

    Round-trip transfer by modern, air-conditioned tourist vehicle.

    01 rustic, authentic local lunch at a traditional stilt house.

    Professional English-speaking guide.

    Bicycle rental fee OR guided jungle trekking route.

    All entrance fees and regional conservation tickets.

    Complimentary mineral water on board (01 bottle/person/day).

    Travel insurance.

    Drinks during lunch and personal shopping expenses.

    Tips and gratuities for the guide and driver

    Not suitable for
    • People over 95 years
    Important information
    What to bring
    • Sunglasses
    • Sun hat
    • Sunscreen
    • Biodegradable sunscreen
    Know before you go
    • Activity Selection: You can choose either the cycling option or the trekking option directly with your tour guide upon arrival at the lunch stop.
    • Weather Flexibility: In case of heavy rain, the bamboo forest trek may be switched to a safer valley walking trail to ensure your safety.
    • Packing Tips: Bring comfortable walking shoes (highly recommended for the trek), sunscreen, insect repellent, and a light raincoat or umbrella

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