Hanoi - Pu Luong Overnight (Meals: L,D)

Old Quarter - Guests will be picked up from their hotel in Hanoi’s Old Quarter or the Hanoi Opera House between 6:10 AM and 6:30 AM. The journey to Pu Luong Nature Reserve takes approximately 4.5 hours, with a brief stop along the way.

Pu Luong Nature Reserve - Arrival at Pu Luong Nature Reserve is scheduled for 11:30 AM. Guests will check in at their hotel or homestay and enjoy lunch. From 1:30 PM to 2:00 PM, embark on a leisurely trek through Pu Luong’s trails, exploring terraced rice paddies, rolling hills, and local villages. Interact with locals, learn about their daily lives, and observe traditional activities. Visit a local spring for a refreshing break and witness local craftsmanship, including stilt house construction. Experience local cuisine and culture in a traditional village. Return to the hotel for dinner between 4:30 PM and 5:00 PM.
Includes: Transfer from Hanoi to Pu Luong, Lunch, Dinner, Tour guide, Accommodation.

Silk-weaving, Waterwheels, Rafting, Floating Lunch, Hieu Waterfall (B,L,D)

Pu Luong Nature Reserve - Between 8:00 AM and 8:30 AM, guests will be picked up at their hotel or homestay. The guide will lead them to Lan Village through rice fields and mountains. Visit a Thai household to see silk weaving from cocoon to textile and try weaving your own silk. Next, visit Chieng Lau Village to witness traditional farming practices and ancient waterwheels in action. At 10:00 AM, embark 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 in the region’s culture. Arrive at Cham Stream at 10:45 AM for a Bamboo rafting adventure, relaxing through lush forests, rice fields, and charming villages. Enjoy a delicious lunch on the Bamboo Boat at 11:30 AM. Conclude the day exploring the local landscape, including rice paddies and streams, before returning to the lodge in Pu Luong by 4:00 PM. Enjoy free time and dinner.
Includes: Transfer in Pu Luong, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Tour guide, Accommodation.

Cycling, Cooking Class, Buffalo Cart Ride - Hanoi (B,L)

Pu Luong Nature Reserve - Between 8:00 AM and 8:30 AM, guests will be picked up at their hotel or homestay and head to the Bamboo Bridge over the Ma River. Enjoy scenic views and observe 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 experiencing the natural BMW, the buffalo cart ride. The buffalo, a cherished member of the host family, will take guests to where the car awaits, sharing the region’s culture and hospitality.

Old Quarter - Between 1:00 PM and 1:30 PM, bid farewell to the wonderful Pu Luong Nature Reserve and take the bus back to Hanoi. After a 4.5-hour drive, guests will arrive back in Hanoi and be dropped off at their hotel between 6:30 PM and 7:00 PM, concluding the 3-day/2-night Pu Luong trip. Thank you, and we hope you enjoyed the trip.
Includes: Transfer in Pu Luong and back to Ninh Binh or Hanoi, Breakfast, Lunch, Tour guide.

• Biking
• Cooking Class
• Buffalo Ride
• Bamboo Rafting
• Entrance fees & sightseeing as itinerary
• Limousine transfer Hanoi and Puluong ONLY
• Lunch
• Dinner
• Breakfast
• Minivan/car transfer during time in Pu Luong
• Local English speaking guide & driver
• 1 night in private room at Pu Luong

• Beverages, Tips and Personal expenses

Pu Luong Adventure 3 Days provides an ideal retreat into the serene countryside of northern Vietnam. Departing from Hanoi, travel to the breathtaking Pu Luong Nature Reserve, where authentic rural life and stunning landscapes await. Cycle through verdant valleys, ride a buffalo across rice fields, and participate in an engaging local cooking class. Explore traditional villages to witness silk weaving and operational waterwheels, then delight in a unique bamboo rafting experience with a floating lunch on the river. Continue to the picturesque Hieu Waterfall for a refreshing swim and unwind amidst nature. This 3-day adventure seamlessly combines culture, nature, and local life — a memorable experience for travelers seeking the true essence of Vietnam.

• We can accommodate dietary restrictions such as vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, etc. If you have dietary requirements. Please indicate it to the special requirements at the time of booking.

If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.