You want a break from the hustle and bustle of Hanoi? You want to experience the authentic life of ethnic minority? Don’t need to look further, this 3 day trip to Mai Chau is definitely designed for you. Coming to Mai Chau - the land of various ethnic people, you will have a chance to walk around local communities, make friends with genuine local people and learn more about their life. Moreover, don’t miss the chance to spend overnight time in a homestay - a unique experience of your trip to Vietnam.
Highlights
- A break from the hassle and bustle of busy city to an idyllic land
- Enjoy delicious local dishes made from regional ingredients
- Leisurely walk around the villages, stop and look at the beautiful stilt-houses, rice-fields, etc
- Stay overnight in a local clean, fresh and comfortable homestay
- Trek to Hang Kia, a Flower H'mong village situated in a small and scenic valley.
| By Day | Transfer | Destinations | Activities | Meals |
| Day 1 | | Hanoi, Mai Chau | Drive to Mai Chau, Walk around the villages to explore more about the... | L, D |
| Day 2 | | Mai Chau | Drive to Xa Linh; Trekking to Tra day village and Hang Kia; Drive... | B, L, D |
| Day 3 | | Mai Chau, Hanoi | Free time to relax | B, L |
08.00 AM: Our tour guide will pick you up from your hotel in Hanoi to transfer to Mai Chau - arrive at Poom Coong Village. After lunch we will have the walking tour around the villages, observe farmers working in fields, locals weaving scarves and visit surrounding peaceful villages and get more information about daily life and culture of local people - Thai Community.
Dinner will be served in the local Thai Traditional House with local cuisine and we will have chance to enjoy Traditional Wine with the residential host.
Overnight in Mai Chau.
Thai ethnic minority still preserve the traditional dance that used to be performed at an only special occasion like Tet (Vietnamese New Year), spring festival, wedding ceremony, and others. Though the lifestyle has changed a bit, this type of dance still has as much meaning today as it did then. The dance reflects the love between a couple, their love with the home village, and the wishes for good rice harvest and happiness. Visit Mai Chau, you will have an amazing chance to join with them and practice together. You can also taste the regional wine named Nep rice wine and interact with local people.
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Accommodation Options
Situated in Mai Chau, Mrs Chung Homestay features free WiFi, and guests can enjoy a restaurant and a garden. A patio with garden views is offered in each unit. An Asian breakfast is available each morning at the homestay. If you would like to discover the area, cycling is possible in the surroundings and Mrs Homestay can arrange a bicycle rental service.
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Ideal for fun and relaxation, Mai Chau Sunrise Village is located in the Mai Chau area of Mai Chau (Hoa Binh). From here, guests can enjoy easy access to all that the lively city has to offer. With its convenient location, the hotel offers easy access to the city's must-see destinations. Discover an engaging blend of professional service and a wide array of features at Mai Chau Nature Lodge.
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Sitting atop a private hill in Na Phon village, Mai Chau Ecolodge is the most secluded haven in Mai Chau with a stunning backdrop of lush rice paddies and emerald mountains embraced by clouds. Inspired by nature, we constructed the lodge to be a refuge of charm and serenity, providing guest a chance to forget about the worries of daily life and to enjoy the best Mai Chau has to offer.
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After breakfast, you will be met by a local guide and transferred to Xa Linh Village. You will begin your trek to Tra Day Village, home to a small Black H’mong community. From Tra Day Village, you have two trekking routes to choose from. The easier route takes a rocky path running through another H’mong Village. The harder route takes more time, with a trail uphill through the jungle and a dirt path through the terraced rice fields. Both paths lead to Hang Kia, a Flower H'mong village which is situated in a small and scenic valley.
Have lunch at local house.
Transfer back to your homestay around 15 pm.
In the afternoon, relax at your pleasure. Overnight in Mai Chau.
The Hang Kia valley, found in Mai Chau district in the northern province of Hoa Binh, has become an ideal destination due to its majestic mountains whose peaks are often immersed in white clouds. Its moderate climate gives scenic views and allows beautiful flowers to grow throughout the year. It has two mountain ranges, Xa Linh and Luong Xa, which have created several valleys, inhabited by a large number of residents.
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- Meals:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation Options
Situated in Mai Chau, Mrs Chung Homestay features free WiFi, and guests can enjoy a restaurant and a garden. A patio with garden views is offered in each unit. An Asian breakfast is available each morning at the homestay. If you would like to discover the area, cycling is possible in the surroundings and Mrs Homestay can arrange a bicycle rental service.
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Ideal for fun and relaxation, Mai Chau Sunrise Village is located in the Mai Chau area of Mai Chau (Hoa Binh). From here, guests can enjoy easy access to all that the lively city has to offer. With its convenient location, the hotel offers easy access to the city's must-see destinations. Discover an engaging blend of professional service and a wide array of features at Mai Chau Nature Lodge.
More
Sitting atop a private hill in Na Phon village, Mai Chau Ecolodge is the most secluded haven in Mai Chau with a stunning backdrop of lush rice paddies and emerald mountains embraced by clouds. Inspired by nature, we constructed the lodge to be a refuge of charm and serenity, providing guest a chance to forget about the worries of daily life and to enjoy the best Mai Chau has to offer.
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- Activities:
Free time to relax
Free time to enjoy the last minutes in the Mai Chau Valley. After lunch in Mai Chau, say farewell to Mai Chau and begin the journey back to Hanoi.
Inclusions
Meals
2 breakfasts 3 lunches 2 dinners
Accommodation
Hotel (3 nights),
Transport
Car, Walking, Trekking
- Vietnam visa approval letter ( Not apply for difficult Nationalities)
- Accomodation as itinerary
- Local Thai Traditional Dance Show
- Private transport in air-conditioned vehicles
- Domestic airport & government taxes
- Local English-speaking guides
- Water on coach
- Entrance fees, performances, boat trips & excursions
Exclusions
- International flights to/from Vietnam
- Travel insurance
- Visa stamp fees
- Early check-in & late check-out surcharge
- Personal expenses
- Meals not mentioned
- Drinks not mentioned
- Tips & gratuities for guides and drivers
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Hanoi, Mai Chau
Situated in Mai Chau, Mrs Chung Homestay features free WiFi, and guests can enjoy a restaurant and a garden. A patio with garden views is offered in each unit. An Asian breakfast is available each morning at the homestay. If you would like to discover the area, cycling is possible in the surroundings and Mrs Homestay can arrange a bicycle rental service.
More
Ideal for fun and relaxation, Mai Chau Sunrise Village is located in the Mai Chau area of Mai Chau (Hoa Binh). From here, guests can enjoy easy access to all that the lively city has to offer. With its convenient location, the hotel offers easy access to the city's must-see destinations. Discover an engaging blend of professional service and a wide array of features at Mai Chau Nature Lodge.
More
Sitting atop a private hill in Na Phon village, Mai Chau Ecolodge is the most secluded haven in Mai Chau with a stunning backdrop of lush rice paddies and emerald mountains embraced by clouds. Inspired by nature, we constructed the lodge to be a refuge of charm and serenity, providing guest a chance to forget about the worries of daily life and to enjoy the best Mai Chau has to offer.
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Situated in Mai Chau, Mrs Chung Homestay features free WiFi, and guests can enjoy a restaurant and a garden. A patio with garden views is offered in each unit. An Asian breakfast is available each morning at the homestay. If you would like to discover the area, cycling is possible in the surroundings and Mrs Homestay can arrange a bicycle rental service.
More
Ideal for fun and relaxation, Mai Chau Sunrise Village is located in the Mai Chau area of Mai Chau (Hoa Binh). From here, guests can enjoy easy access to all that the lively city has to offer. With its convenient location, the hotel offers easy access to the city's must-see destinations. Discover an engaging blend of professional service and a wide array of features at Mai Chau Nature Lodge.
More
Sitting atop a private hill in Na Phon village, Mai Chau Ecolodge is the most secluded haven in Mai Chau with a stunning backdrop of lush rice paddies and emerald mountains embraced by clouds. Inspired by nature, we constructed the lodge to be a refuge of charm and serenity, providing guest a chance to forget about the worries of daily life and to enjoy the best Mai Chau has to offer.
More
Day 1:Hanoi, Mai Chau
Thai ethnic minority still preserve the traditional dance that used to be performed at an only special occasion like Tet (Vietnamese New Year), spring festival, wedding ceremony, and others. Though the lifestyle has changed a bit, this type of dance still has as much meaning today as it did then. The dance reflects the love between a couple, their love with the home village, and the wishes for good rice harvest and happiness. Visit Mai Chau, you will have an amazing chance to join with them and practice together. You can also taste the regional wine named Nep rice wine and interact with local people.
Day 2:Mai Chau
The Hang Kia valley, found in Mai Chau district in the northern province of Hoa Binh, has become an ideal destination due to its majestic mountains whose peaks are often immersed in white clouds. Its moderate climate gives scenic views and allows beautiful flowers to grow throughout the year.
It has two mountain ranges, Xa Linh and Luong Xa, which have created several valleys, inhabited by a large number of residents.
