Pu Luong Nature Reserve - 3 Days 2 Nights

HANOI - PU LUONG NATURE RESERVE - 3 DAYS 2 NIGHTS -
DEPARTURE FROM HANOI

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS:

• Trek through breathtaking rice paddies and rolling hills in Pu Luong. 
• Experience Thai culture through local crafts, stilt house construction, and cultural exchanges. 
• Cycle through scenic villages, visit local homes, and enjoy a cooking class with a welcoming family. 
• Cooking Class with Farmers. 
• Ride a traditional buffalo cart and explore the countryside, gaining insights into the local way of life. 

TOUR ITINERARY:

DAY 1: HANOI - PU LUONG TREKKING CULTURAL INTERACTION - OVERNIGHT IN PU LUONG (L,D)

06:30 - 07:00: Pick-up from your hotel in Hanoi's Old Quarter.  Expect a 4 hours drive to Pu Luong Nature Reserve, with a short break on the way. 
 
11:30: Arrival at Pu Luong Nature Reserve. Check-in at the hotel and enjoy lunch. 

13:30 - 14:00: 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. 

04:30 - 05:00: Return to your hotel to enjoy the swimming pool and dinner. 

DAY 2: CYCLING - COOKING CLASS - BUFFALO CART RIDE - HIEU WATERFALL (B,L,D)

08:00 - 08:30: We'll pick you up at your hotel and head to the Bamboo Bridge over the Ma River. Enjoy scenic views and see local artisans at work. Cross the bridge and cycle through Chieng Ai Village. Visit local families, learn about rice wine production, and taste homemade rice wine. Explore a traditional home, hear historical stories, and join a Cooking class to enjoy a family-prepared meal. 

After lunch, relax before the Natural BMW experience, the Buffalo cart ride. The buffalo, a cherished member of the host family, will take you to where the car awaits, sharing the region's culture and hospitality.  

Next, Hieu Waterfall - Relax at this serene waterfall, a perfect retreat after hiking.   

Conclude your day exploring the local landscape, including rice paddies and streams, before returning to your lodge in Pu Luong Nature Reserve by 4:00 PM. 
 

DAY 3: SILK-WEAVING - WATERWHEELS - RAFTING - FLOATING LUNCH - HANOI (B, L, D )

08:00 - 08:30: Check out of the lodge, Your guide will pick 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. 

10:00: 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. 

10:45: 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.) 

12:30 End of the Tour. 

13:00 - 14:00: The Bus take you back to Ninh Bình or Ha Noi. 

17:00 - 17:30: Arrive your Hotel in Ninh Bình or Ha Noi (18:00 - 18:30). 

CHILDREN POLICY: 

• Children under 4 years old sharing the existing seat with parents: Free of charge (limited to 1 child per couple)
• Children from 4 to 8 years old: 75% of adult price
• Children from 9 years old and above: Full adult price