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Mai Chau Valley 2 days


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Mai Chau Valley – The most beautiful valley in the north

Situated in a magnificent valley 150 km Northwest of Hanoi. Mai Chau, which hidden in idyllic valleys and hills, is really a good recommendation for those want to escape from the hot weather and the hustle environment in Hanoi to find a peaceful world for their own of relaxing and entertaining. Mai Chau valley is considered as the place for gathering and exchanging cultures among many ethnic groups and hence imbued with ecological tourism. The best time to visit Mai Chau is May – Jun or Sep – Oct when the rice fields starts to turn their colors into the yellow color which from the faraway distance, Mai Chau is look like a beautiful picture.

There are up to seven ethnic minority groups living in Mai Chau valley but the most inhabitants are “white Thai” ethnic group. Also, “Ban Lac Village” of white Thai is the most attractive village in Mai Chau together with Poom Coong Village. There are many interesting things you can do in two of these famous villages like: learning how to cook “Com Lam” (rice cooked in a bamboo tube), how to weave the brocade, discovering the culture, life and festivals of Mai Chau people, or do trekking, biking and hiking around the villages. The home stay overnight services here are so good that you would want to stay here longer than you expected.

Mai Chau Tours are organized with daily tours departure from Hanoi. Mai Chau Tours are available with different tour options such as: Mai Chau 1 day tour, Mai Chau tours 2 Days 1 Night in Homestay, Mai Chau tours 3 days 2 nights & Mai Chau tour packages. You can book each tour at each time, but booking Mai Chau tour packages are all available with the best combination tours at the cheapest price guaranteed.

Mai Chau Valley Break 2 days

Day 1. Hanoi – Mai Chau Valley (L, D)
Highlight: Explore exotic culture of hill tribes Mai Chau
7.30-8.00 Pick up at your hotel in Hanoi, head out for Mai Chau. Stop along the way to visit the Muong tribe and then at Thung Khe Pass for a spectacular view of Mai Chau Valley. Have an authentic lunch with a local family of the White Thai Tribe and enjoy some free time to acquaint yourself with the villagers. Check in your hotel/home-stay/bungalow and rest.

Afternoon, ride a bike to the remote villages, discovering the natural beauty of the valley and the culture of the ethnic minority Thai people on our visits to the Pom Coong and Na Phon villages.

Return to your stay for a relax or help preparing the evening meal to learn about the local cuisine and culture. After dinner, enjoy a traditional dance and music performance of the villagers. Stay overnight in the long stilt house in Mai Chau.

Day 2. Mai Chau Discovery – Hanoi (B, L)
Start the day with a simple breakfast with your host family then take a short bike ride through the surrounding countryside, before setting off on a trek through rice terraced paddies in Na Meo, Xam Pa villages and down winding lanes to visit the Cum and Sam Khoe villages. Immerse yourself in the vibrant local culture and scenery.

Check out and have lunch at restaurant. Then free time for shopping or relaxing.

15.30 Bid farewell to local host and drive back to the urban bustle, arriving at your hotel in Hanoi late afternoon.

 

The itinerary may be subject to change without notice

Prices of tour for children from 4 to under 6 of age is 75% of adult fare.

 

 

Group Size Solo 2-5 6-10 Over 10
Tour cost N/a 205 189 169
Included
  • Private transfer as per program (pick-up and drop off at your hotel)
  • Accommodation in homestay or twin/double shared at Mai Chau
  • Lodge/bungalow
  • English speaking guide
  • Meals as indicated in the itinerary (B: Breakfast ; L: Lunch ; D: Dinner)
  • All sightseeing admissions
  • Complementary mineral water
Excluded
  • Beverage, personal expenses, tips
  • Travel insurance
  • Other not mentioned above.

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