Discover the natural and cultural charms of Mai Chau on this short escapade from Hanoi!
If you’re looking for a place to escape from the city and rekindle your connection with nature, Mai Chau is certainly the perfect place for you! Besides its verdant mountains and rural scenery, you can also immerse yourself in the local tribal culture here. Located just around four-hour drive from Hanoi, Mai Chau is an ideal hideaway for city dwellers who are seeking for short and relaxing escapade. Join us on this package and let’s explore the charming Vietnamese countryside!
Day 1 – Hanoi / Mai Chau / Buoc Village
After we pick you up from your hotel on our limousine bus, we will begin our adventure towards Mai Chau. As we drive past Hanoi, you will start to notice the countryside landscapes as we reach Luong Son for a short break. We will get to enjoy more picturesque scenery as we continue to drive through one of the most beautiful mountain passes in Vietnam, the Thung Khe Pass. Along the way, we will stop at the local market of the Muong Ethnic Minority group where we can shop for various local goods ranging from fresh produce to local crafts. By noon, we will arrive at Mai Chau Valley and have our lunch there. Once we have filled our bellies, we will explore the area by cycling through the paddy fields and visit the Thai ethnic minority villages. While we are in the villages, we will have the chance to observe how the locals are going about their daily lives and learn more about their culture. We could also learn about the traditional weaving method and even purchase the local crafts at the handicraft village. Before leaving, don’t forget to stop by the traditional stilt house and marvel at its unique architectural style! As we complete our itinerary for the day, we will board the bus and head to the Buoc Village where we will spend the night. After we check in to the La Maison de Buoc lodge, we will indulge in our dinner and you are free to explore the village on your own. Your accommodation for the night is the air-conditioned bungalow amidst a large garden.
Day 2 – Rural Villages around Buoc Village / Hanoi
Get ready to embark on a different and exciting adventure where we will go through the road less travelled! As we have visited the main tourist sights of Mai Chau, we will explore the hidden charms of this rural area for today. We will begin the day by having a scrumptious breakfast at the lodge to fuel up and boost our energy to prepare for the upcoming challenge: trekking! Accompanied by our local guide, we will trek for around 7.5 kilometres through the scenic countryside around Buoc Village. After passing the extensive rice terraces and the nerve-racking suspension bridge, we will arrive at the charming villages of the local ethnic groups. Not only can we observe the locals, we can also interact with them and visit their houses to have a better understanding of the local culture. While we are here, don’t be surprised when you realize that we have become the centre of attention as we are the only tourists in the area! These rural villages are rarely visited by tourists and you will really go through a one-of-a-kind experience here. We will then head back to Buoc Village and check out of our rooms. Once we have our lunch, you will have a free time to enjoy the village before we return to Hanoi. You can choose to wander around this small Thai ethnic village or simply relax by the swimming pool here! At 3 pm, we will board our bus and start our journey back to Hanoi. Our tour concludes as we drop you off at your hotel with an unforgettable memory.
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