Mai Chau - Pu Luong - Ninh Binh 3 Days 2 Nights
Overview
Discover the natural and cultural gems of northern Vietnam on this 3-day 2-night tour through Mai Chau, Pu Luong, and Ninh Binh. Enjoy scenic bike rides in Mai Chau, trek through terraced fields and local villages in Pu Luong Nature Reserve, and explore the stunning landscapes of Ninh Binh with a peaceful boat ride and visits to ancient sites.
Tour Details
Children Policy
- - Under 4 years: Free of Charge.
- - From 4 to 8 years old: 50% of adult’s fare and sharing bed with parents.
- - From 9 to 11 years old: 75% of adult’s fare and using existing bed.
- - Students with ID student card: 95% of adult’s fare and using existing bed.
- - Over 11 years old: 100% of adult’s fare and using existing bed.
Cancellation by Customer
- - For almost of our tours, once tour is confirmed and fully paid but for one reason they cancel the tour, the following charges will apply in the event of cancellation prior to tour commencement:
- - More than 15 days before arrival: No charge
- - 10-15 days before arrival: 10% of total tour price.
- - 7-10 days before arrival: 50% of total tour price.
- - 4-7 days before arrival: 75% of total tour price.
- - Within 3 days before arrival: 100% tour price.
Notes:
- - There will be no refund given for any unused or missed ground arrangements, sightseeing, meals or hotel accommodations.
- - For no show cases, there will be no refund.
- - All cancellations must be in person or in writing and received by us.
Cancellation by Weather
- In case of an unexpected situation/ bad weather causes an effect on your trip after commencement, we serve the right to change the itinerary of your booked tour for the safety of all clients in the group. If there are more than one solution, we will ask for your permission and agreement to do the next step. In such kind of cancellation, the refund of any payment on the un-used portion of transportation service, hotel service, car rental or tours will be given.
Price included
- - Entrance fees
- - A/c Transportations
- - Fun activities, bicycles
- - All your accommodation
- - Friendly and passionate local guides
- - Meals mentioned in the tour itinerary
Price excluded
- - Travel insurance
- - Drinks & Personal expense
Tour Itinerary
Day 1: Hanoi - Mai Chau - Pu Luong Eco Garden - Trekking to Villages - Homestay
07:30 - 8.15: Pick-up at Hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter to go to Pu Luong Nature Reserve by Limousine Bus.
09:00 - Short break in Luong Son (Outside of Hanoi).
11:00 - Stop at the local market of the Muong Ethnic Minority; enjoy the beautiful scenery of Thung Khe Pass/ Mai Chau Valley (One of the 10 most beautiful passes in Vietnam).
12:00 - Arrival in Mai Chau and transfer to a van to go to Pu Luong Reserve nature
13:00 - Check in and lunch at Pu Luong Eco Garden - The Mountain Retreat.
14:30 - 17:30: Board the van to the starting point. Following the small road through the terrace rice and sugar cane fields, cross the Hanging Bridges to visit other remote rural villages of Thai Ethnic. Stop at the giant waterwheels, ducks farm to learn about the agriculture before trekking time
17:30 - Pick up the van to go to the Eco Garden - Mountain Retreat. Enjoy swimming in the Infinity Pool.
19:00 - Dinner at the lodge, enjoy some local rice wine. Have a quiet night in the middle of the Reserve. Pu Luong Eco Garden - The Mountain Retreat. Overnight in Private Room with Air-condition.
- Tour included: Private car transfer, English speaking guide, lunch, dinner, entrance fees, private room (Pu Luong Eco Garden).
Day 2: Explore Kho Muong Village - Doi Cave - Transfer to Ninh Binh - Homestay
07:00 - 08:00 Have breakfast in the lodge. Enjoying the breathtaking view from Pu Luong Eco Garden - The Mountain Retreat.
08:30 - 12:00 Trek following the small roads through the terrace rice fields and cross the stream to visit remote hidden village of Kho Muong to learn about the local people in Pu Luong.(6kms) Explore Doi Cave (Bat cave), this is the largest cave in Pu Luong. (Depending on the weather condition)
12:00 Back to the Eco Garden - The Mountain Retreat, check out.
13:00 Have lunch and have free time to relax in the Infinity pool or walking around the village before transfer to Ninh Binh at 14:30. (There 120Km transfer private car from here to Ninh Binh)
17:30 Arrive in Ninh Binh Retreat, check in and have free time.
19:00 Have dinner at the retreat
- Tour included: Private car transfer, English speaking guide, Breakfast, lunch, dinner, entrance fees, private room/ Bungalow.
Day 3: Cycling to Hoa Lu Ancient Capital - Boat Ride in Trang An - Hanoi
7:30 - 8:30 Breakfast at the Retreat
8:30 - 12:00 Cycling through the limestone karsts to reach 2 temples of the first 2 Emperors in the 10 th Century in Hoa Lu Ancient Capital hike up the Ma Yen Mountain to visit the King’s tomb in 10 th century and enjoy the panorama view from the mountain. On the way back, stop in a local family to discover daily life and culture and share a tea with them.
12:00 -13:30 Check out and have lunch at the Retreat
13:30 -16:00 Go to Trang An for a boat ride in between the karst pics and enjoy the beautiful scenery and peaceful atmosphere.
16:00 Drop you off at Ninh Binh Railway station or bus station or board the bus to go to Hanoi.
19:00 Drop off in Hanoi old quarter. Tour ends.
- Tour included: Private car transfer, English speaking guide, Breakfast, lunch, entrance fees.
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Tour Information
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Duration:
3 days
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Destination:
Mai Chau
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Price:
$166.00 USD per person
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