Mai Chau & Pu Luong Trek

Day 1: Hanoi Arrival
Welcome to Hanoi. Depending on your arrival time, enjoy a walking tour through the streets of the capital where you can explore the local markets, tranquil lakes, and street side coffee shops that fill the city. This evening, meet your trekking guides for a trip briefing before feasting on a delicious Vietnamese meal.
Overnight in Hanoi.
Today Dinner Included.

Day 2: Hanoi - Mai Chau - Poom Coong
This morning you leave early and head southwest to Mai Chau, past sweeping vistas of lush hills and limestone karsts. After lunch, stretch your legs with a walk around the village of Pom Coong, inhabited by the Thai people. As you enjoy a barbeque dinner, watch a performance of local dance and music. (Today’s trek is 6km)
Overnight in local home in Pom Coong.
Today Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included.

Day 3: Mai Chau - Xa Linh - Hang Kia - Cun Pheo
Transfer to the village of Xa Linh for the start of your trek along a mixture of paths, streambeds, and steep jungle hillsides reaching a H’mong village for a late lunch. This afternoon is mainly downhill, trekking along tracks which wind through hamlets, across small streams, and over suspension bridges. As you approach the village of Cun Pheo, soak in the beautiful scenery of the Mai Chau valley. (Today’s trek is 21km, 9-10hrs)
Overnight in homestay, Cun Pheo.
Today Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included.

Day 4: Cun Pheo - Van Mai - Hang Tribe village
Today, experience the diversity of Vietnam as you trek through indigenous villages belonging to the region’s different tribes. After lunch, transfer to Sai village for the trek to Hang Village, an oasis in the middle of Pu Luong Nature reserve. This path follows a route once used as part of the Ho Chi Minh trail during the Vietnam War to supply the resistance, but now is a tranquil area perfect for a late afternoon trek. (Today’s trek 25km, 8-10 hrs)
Overnight in Hang Village.
Today Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included.

Day 5: Trekking the hills of Pu Luong
Today, hike through the Pu Luong valley with steep ascents and relaxing downhills. Reach Kho Muong for your overnight stay, an incredibly scenic village nestled between steep limestone karts and lush, verdant hills. Should you have enough energy remaining, take a short walk out to a nearby cave for some adventurous exploring. (Today’s trek 18km, 6-8hrs)
Overnight in homestay, Kho Muong.
Today Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included.

Day 6: Pu Luong Market Trek
Today begins with a challenging but glorious downhill hike which takes you to the Nature Reserve’s only market. The vendors are from nearby villages and they trek two hours uphill to bring their produce and goods to sell. After this fascinating market visit, continue on foot to the beautiful surroundings of the Nua Village eco-lodge. (Today’s trek 18km, 6-7hrs)
Overnight in Nua Village.
Today Breakfast & Lunch Included.

Day 7: Hin Village - Hanoi
The last day of trekking takes you from the mountains and paddy fields to Tom village. From here you will be picked up and transferred back to Hanoi, arriving late this afternoon. Relax and freshen up before dinner at a delicious Vietnamese restaurant. (Today’s trek 11km, 4-5hrs)
Overnight in Hanoi
Today Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included.

Day 8:   Hanoi - Halong - Hanoi
Travel from Hanoi through the Red River Delta to Halong Bay. Spend the day cruising aboard a wooden junk boat, traveling amongst the limestone karsts and beautiful waters of the bay. Visit a cave and go for a swim before transferring back to Hanoi for a farewell dinner.
Overnight in Hanoi.
Today Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included.

Day 9:   Hanoi - Departure
Today is at your leisure for last minute shopping or sightseeing before transferring to the airport for your onward flight.
Today Breakfast Included.

About Price:
This is a private tour and the price per person varies and depends on many aspects, such as your group size, the hotel ratings and your departure date. If you want to get a tailor made price quote for this tour or any similar tours, please kindly drop us an email or fill out the online inquiry form and give us as much information as possible about your trip. Our online travel advisors will be at your service.

Trip included:
English speaking adventure guide throughout
Local trekking expert from day 3 to 8
Trekking supporting staffs
Private air-conditioned vehicle for transfers
Jeep support for trekking day from village to village
Local fruits for trekking days
Local bus transfers as needed
Private boat trip in Halong bay for 5 hours cruise
Meals as mentioned in the itinerary
Traditional performance in Mai Chau on day 3
Sight seeing admission fees where required in the itinerary
Local trekking permission and ranger fees
Basic first aid kit
Bottled drinking water for trekking days only
International air ticket reconfirmation

Trip Excluded:
International flight to/from Vietnam and international departure airport tax
Visa to Vietnam. Please ensure to get visa before departure
Any individual airport transfers
Optional sightseeing tour in Hanoi
Beverage, alcoholic drinks and drinks at mealtime except 1 small bottle of water at meal time
Trekking porterage on request. If client (s) want to hire a porter for his/herself then he/she will pay directly
Personal travel insurance
Personal expenses (tips, laundry, telephone and camera films….)
Energy bars and trek snacks
Other services not clearly stated in the inclusive portion.