Day 1: Ha Noi - Pu Luong Trekking Cultural Interaction

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6:30 – 7:00: Pick-up from Hanoi Esplendor Hotel. 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

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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
 

16:30 - 17:00: Return to your hotel to enjoy the swimming pool and dinner

 

Day 2: Silk weaving, Waterwheels, Rafting, Floating

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8:00 - 8:30: Check out of the lodge, Your guide will pick you 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 Ha Noi
 

18:00 – 18:30: Arrive at the Hotel in Ha Noi

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Included:

• Private room with Wi-Fi and access to a shared swimming pool

• Shared car transportation Ha Noi – Pu Luong – Ha Noi/ Ninh Binh with an experienced driver

• Lunch on Day 1 and Day 2, Dinner Day 1

• Bamboo rafting experience with an onboard lunch included

• Visits to local houses, waterwheels, and farms

• Guided tours with English-speaking local guides in Pu Luong

• Trekking in the village

• Bottled water on tour

• Entry fees​

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Children Policy:

• Free of charge for children under 5 years old (exclusive of bus seat)

• Children from 6 to 9 years old are charged 75%, with an extra bed provided

• Children above 10 years old are charged as adults

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Note:

• The itinerary can be changed due to weather, tide levels, and operating conditions

• Special requests (diet or vegetarian, …) should be sent before your departure date

• Should bring hats, an umbrella, or a rain coast

Day 1: Ha Noi - Pu Luong Trekking Cultural Interaction

​

6:30 – 7:00: Pick-up from Hanoi Esplendor Hotel. 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
 

16:30 - 17:00: Return to your hotel to enjoy the swimming pool and dinner

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Day 2: Cycling, Cooking Class, Buffalo Cart Ride, Hieu Waterfall

 

8:00 - 8:30: We will 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

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​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​

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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

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

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Conclude your day exploring the local landscape, including rice paddies and streams, before returning to your lodge in Pu Luong Nature Reserve by 16:00

 

Day 3: Silk weaving, Waterwheels, Rafting, Floating

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8:00 - 8:30: Check out of the lodge, Your guide will pick you 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 Ha Noi
 

18:00 – 18:30: Arrive at the Hotel in Ha Noi

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Included:

• Private room with Wi-Fi and access to a shared swimming pool

• Pick-up/drop-off by Bus with an experienced driver

• Lunch on Day 1, Day 2, Day 3

• Dinner on Day 1, Day 2

• Bamboo rafting experience with an onboard lunch included.

• Visits to local houses, waterwheels, and farms

• Guided tours with English-speaking local guides

• Trekking in the village

• Bottled water on tour

• Cooking class

• The buffalo cart ride

• Entry fees​

​

Children Policy:

• Free of charge for children under 5 years old (exclusive of bus seat)

• Children from 6 to 9 years old are charged 75%, with an extra bed provided

• Children above 10 years old are charged as adults

​

Note:

• The itinerary can be changed due to weather, tide levels, and operating conditions

• Special requests (diet or vegetarian, …) should be sent before your departure date

• Should bring hats, an umbrella, or a rain coast