Easy Trekking Mai Chau Tours (1,2,3, 4 Days)

1-Day Mai Chau Easy Trekking Tour: Quick Escape to Nature

07:30 – Pick-up from Hanoi and Scenic Drive to Mai Chau

Your tour will start early morning with a drive out of Hanoi in the western direction towards Mai Chau. On your drive, through breathtaking mountainous lands, twisting roads, and rural countryside villages, one of the most exciting stops of your drive will be at Thung Khe Pass, a breathtaking viewpoint of a mountain. There, you will have a chance to enjoy a panoramic view of the below valleys, have your camera click at its best, have a refreshing break, and then move towards Mai Chau.

11:00 – Arrival in Mai Chau: A Warm Welcome to the Thai Culture

We will arrive in Mai Chau and will have a traditional Thai welcoming tea, a Thai custom that reflects Thai hospitality and warm welcoming heartiness. As a preparation for starting our trekking trip, we will have an opportunity to learn a little about Thai history, customs, and life, and about Thai people, who have inhabited this valley for centuries.

12:00 – Authentic Thai Lunch at a Traditional Homestay

No tour with Mai Chau Tours can ever pass without an attempt at region-traditional dishes. Stop at a Thai homestay, and have a mouthwatering meal prepared at home with dishes including grilled chicken in hills, glutinous rice (xoi nep nuong), new bamboo shoots, and cham cheo dipping sauce, a region-famous dish. Enjoy your meal in traditional stilt houses, and then indulge in our trekking activity in the peaceful environment of a village.

13:30 – Trekking Through Ban Lac, Pom Coong, and Van Villages (~5km Hike)

Now, it’s time for the trip’s grand attraction, trekking in the magnificent countryside of Mai Chau! Trekking Mai Chau Tours expert will lead you through meandering trails that go through paddy fields, bamboo forests, and rural villages, offering a firsthand view of the region’s beauty and traditional life.

We will promenade through Ban Lac, Pom Coong, and Van villages and have a chance to:

• Learn about traditional craftsmen weaving cloth, a family skill handed down through centuries.
• Witness farmers working traditionally tending paddy fields
• Explain Thai traditional wood stilted houses, a Thai ethnicity-specific feature.

Every step brings you closer to the beauty of Mai Chau, whose calm, unhurried pace life takes its leisurely promenade.

16:00 – Visit the Local Market or Relax at a Scenic Viewpoint

We will have an opportunity to walk through the nearby marketplace, in which one can purchase locally made goods such as woven scarves and traditional Thai herbal remedies locally produced by Thai communities. Not a shopper? Relax at one of Mai Chau’s viewpoints, with locally produced tea and take given the rolling sea of paddies below.

17:00 – Return to Hanoi, Arriving Around 19:30

We will depart in our car at sunset and drive off for our return journey to Hanoi. On this journey, one will have one last chance to appreciate rolling hills and serene countryside views before arriving in Hanoi city. By 19:30, we will arrive in Hanoi, and with that, an unforgettable Trekking Mai Chau Tours will have an end.

Tour Includes:

• Both-way Hanoi car transportation in an air-conditioned car
• Mai Chau Tours in English
• Admission to village and site
• Backpacker Trekking (about 5km) in Ban Lac, Pom Coong, and Van villages
• A traditional Thai lunch at a homestay
• Free drinking water

Tour Excludes:

• Private expenses (sweets, extras, etc
• Travel cover
• Voluntary guides and drivers’ advice
• Other activity not included in the schedule

2-Day 1-Night Easy Trekking & Cultural Experience

Day 1: Hanoi – Mai Chau – Trekking – Bamboo Rafting

07:30 – Depart from Hanoi, Scenic Stop at Thung Khe Pass

We depart early in the morning on a drive northwest out of Hanoi, cruising through winding mountain highways, lush valleys, and rural, off-the-beaten-path ethnic villages for a scenic drive and a proper introduction to the breathtaking beauty in store for you.

We will stop halfway at Thung Khe Pass, one of northern Vietnam’s most scenic viewpoints. Stop and enjoy your view over the emerald-green valley of Mai Chau, taking photos and taking a quick break for refreshments, then proceeding towards our journey’s terminus.

11:00 – Arrival in Mai Chau, Check-in at a Homestay or Eco-Lodge

We will arrive in Mai Chau and move in for a Thai homestay, or an ecotourism lodge, your preference. Staying in a stilted village dwelling in a Thai hill tribe village is one of the most unforgettable experiences of this tour, a glimpse into real Thai life, not a touristic one, but a real one.

12:00 – Enjoy a Home-Cooked Thai Meal

Before we depart for our trekking tour, enjoy a scrumptious homemade meal, prepared with locally harvested ingredients. Get ready for a feast of grilled chicken, freshly harvested bamboo, and famous cham cheo dipping sauce, all in a traditional Thai atmosphere, accompanied by mouthwatering homemade food prepared with locally harvested ingredients.

14:00 – Trekking Through Ban Lac, Pom Coong & Rice Fields (~6km)

We will depart with new energy, taking an unforgettable trekking tour through one of the most striking landscapes in Mai Chau. With your Trekking Mai Chai Tours tour guide, discover:

• Ban Lac and Pom Coong village, in which one can see village craftsmen and traditional weaving techniques
• Rolling rice paddies and verdant forests of bamboo, with breathtaking views at each turn.
• Peaceful country trails, in which rural life’s peaceful pace will be enjoyed.

The 6km ride is an accessible but rewarding way to become one with mother nature in Mai Chau Tours, with many stops for photos and greetings with friendly locals in between.

16:30 – Bamboo Rafting on the River

And then, following our trekking tour, it’s an opportunity to sit and indulge in a bamboo rafting trip. Drift over calm water in Mai Chau, surrounded by karsts and forests, and you will be completely relaxed. As an environmentally friendly activity, it’s a great opportunity to appreciate the serene beauty of the region in a new and exciting manner.

18:30 – Dinner & Cultural Performance

We will have a traditional Thai meal at sunset, and then a traditional Thai performance in the evening. Get ready for a Thai Xoe and Sap performance, a sweet glimpse of Thai heritage and community life. Not only will you have a chance to join in, dancing with Thai locals and a sip of locally-made rice wine, but a memorable evening is assured.

We will then return to our homestay or lodge for a quiet sleep amid lovely Mai Chau following an unforgettable evening.

Day 2: Cycling – Hang Chieu Cave – Return to Hanoi

07:00 – Breakfast with Local Delicacies

We will start in the morning with a nutritious breakfast, including grilled cassava cake, freshly prepared fruits, and sticky rice, traditional, and a perfect energizer for yet another exciting day of discovery.

08:00 – Cycling Through Mai Chau’s Rural Villages (~10km)

We will then have a leisure cycling tour, cycling through serene country roads, paddy fields, and tribal settlements. On our journey: 

• Make stops at scenic overlooks to photograph Mai Chau’s postcard beauty.
• Browse village off-the-beaten-path markets, where one can purchase homemade souvenirs.
• Living in a village, becoming acquainted with villagers, and learning about each one’s customs.

A cycling Mai Chau Tours is one of your best bets for visiting the region, with cycling providing a lot of distance at your leisure, taking in beauty at your pace.

10:00 – Visit Hang Chieu Cave, a Stunning Limestone Wonder

Our first stop will be at Hang Chieu Cave, a stunning cave with a thousand stalactites and stalagmites in the breathtaking beauty of a cave. Nurtured in the heart of Mai Chau’s hills, this off-the-beaten-path wonder brings an exciting touch to our journey. Reaching over 1,200 stone stairs to its mouth can be challenging, but a panoramic view of Mai Chau Valley at its mouth will make it worth it!

12:00 – Lunch at a Local Restaurant

We will have a farewell lunch at a rural restaurant in Hanoi beforehand, and you will have one chance to enjoy traditional Thai dishes and remember your experiences in Mai Chau Tours.

14:00 – Depart for Hanoi, Arriving Around 18:30

We depart goodbye to Mai Chau and make our journey back to Hanoi, with memories of trekking, cultural encounters, and breathtaking panoramas indelibly printed in our minds. By 18:30, we arrive in Hanoi, having completed our unforgettable Trekking Mai Chau Tours trip.

Tour Includes:

• Round-trip transportation from Hanoi
• Mai Chau Tours in English
• 1-night accommodation (homestay or ecot
• All three meals (1 breakfast, 2 lunches, 1 dinner
• Trailing (about 6km) via Ban Lac, Pom Coong & paddy fields
• Bamboo rafting experience
• The traditional Thai Xoe and Sap dances’ cultural performance
• Cycle rentals for rural tours
• Free drinking water

Tour Excludes:

• Private expenses (sightsseeing, drinks, etc
• Travel cover
• Voluntary guides and drivers’ tips
• Other activities not included in the itinerary

3-Day 2-Night Trekking, Ethnic Villages & Local Experiences

Day 1: Hanoi – Mai Chau – Trekking & Cultural Exchange

The same schedule is adopted for this day as for Day 1 of the 2-Day Tour, with a drive through Hanoi, trekking in Ban Lac and Pom Coong village, bamboo rafting, and a Thai cultural performance in the evening.

Day 2: Trekking to Hang Kia – Pa Co – Hmong Ethnic Market

07:00 – Breakfast and Trekking Preparation

We start with a traditional breakfast, such as sticky rice, a griddled cake of cassava, and freshly prepared tea. Having fueled, we start an exciting 10km trekking tour in one of the most rural and ethnically diverse areas of Mai Chau Tours.

08:30 – Transfer to Hang Kia – Pa Co: Home of the Hmong People

A drive over winding mountain roads brings us to Hang Kia–Pa Co, a breathtaking highland district with Hmong ethnicity living in residence. Unlike Thai village life in Mai Chau, the Hmong have a unique culture, beginning with their colorful embroidered clothes and extending through to specific agricultural practices and customs.

09:30 – Trekking Through Tea Plantations and Hmong Villages (~10km)

We will have a journey through rolling tea farms, lush forests, and isolated Hmong communities, and will view:

• The traditional wood and rock homesteads are a glimpse of whose life can be seen.
• Locals embroider and dye, a traditional skill honed over centuries.
• Green tea farms, where Hmong farmers cultivate high-value tea.
• Panoramic views over the entire Mai Chau valley.

The deeper you go in Mai Chau Tours, the chance to mix with Hmong people, understand them and their customs, and capture magnificent photos of untouched beauty in Northern Vietnam.

11:30 – Visit the Sunday Hmong Market (If Applicable)

If your schedule permits a trip on a Sunday, then a stop at one of the most vibrant and real ethnic markets in Mai Chau will be included, at the Hmong market, where you can:

• Try Hmong specialties including fermented corn wine and smoky buffalo meat.
• Witness traditional Hmong clothes, beautifully designed with delicate embroiderings.
• Witness the vibrant commercial activity in cattle, cloth, and medical herbs.

13:00 – Lunch with a Local Hmong Family

After our market visit, we’ll enjoy a home-cooked meal with a Hmong family, where you’ll taste authentic dishes made from fresh, locally sourced ingredients. This unique experience allows you to connect with the locals, hear their stories, and understand their way of life.

15:00 – Return to Mai Chau, Free Time to Explore or Relax

We head back to Mai Chau, and you can retire at your homestay, go out and explore surrounding villages, or simply sit and have a locally prepared tea and enjoy a panoramic view of the valley.

18:30 – Dinner and Optional Cooking Class

For lunch, a traditional Thai meal, with dishes native to the region, will be enjoyed. In the evening, an opportunity will present itself for a hands-on cooking lesson, in which a native chef will teach you to make traditional Thai dishes, including:

• Grilled fish wrapped in banana leaves
• Mai Chau sticky chicken and herb
• Homemade savory dipping sauces with locally produced ingredients

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Day 3: Cycling – Relaxation – Return to Hanoi

(It is a similar itinerary to Day 3 of the 2-Day Tour but with a stop at a scenic coffeehouse in between departures.)

Tour Includes:

• Round-trip transportation from Hanoi
• Mai Chau Tours in English
• 2 overnight stays (homestay and ecotourism
• All three meals (2 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 2 dinners)
• Trekking (~10km) to Hang Kia – Pa Co – Hmong villages
• Visit to the Hmong ethnic market (Sunday market)
• Cultural exchange with Hmong and Thai communities
• Rent a bike for rural tours
• Free drinking water

Tour Excludes:

• Own expenses (souvenirs, additional drinks)
• Travel cover
• Voluntary guides and drivers’ tips
• Other events not included in the schedule

4-Day 3-Night: Trekking & Pu Luong Nature Reserve Exploration

Day 1 & 2: Hanoi – Mai Chau – Trekking & Cultural Immersion

The same itinerary schedule for Days 1 & 2 of the 3-Day Tour, with scenic hiking in Mai Chau, Thai ethnicity cultural encounters, bamboo rafting, a Hmong market trip, and a rural village cycling tour, is adopted in this section.

Day 3: Exploring Pu Luong – Hidden Gem of Northern Vietnam

07:30 – Depart for Pu Luong Nature Reserve (~60km from Mai Chau)

We leave in the morning after breakfast and drive off-road to Pu Luong Nature Reserve, a lesser-known retreat for its untouched beauty and traditional village communities. It takes approximately 2.5 hours, twisting through lush hills, rural valleys, and magnificent paddy fieldscapes.

10:00 – Trekking Through Bamboo Forests, Waterfalls & Rice Terraces (~7km)

We begin an unforgettable trekking tour deep in this unspoiled reserve when arriving in Pu Luong. Trekking 7km through:

• Dwarfing forests of bamboo, with sunlight filtering through its thick cover.
• Secret waterfalls, a refreshing resting point in a journey.
• The most magnificent view in Northern Vietnam, i.e., paddy field terrace.
• Small Thai and Muong communities occupy these little ethnic villages.

Where in Mai Chau Tours, cultural experiences dominate, in trekking in Pu Luong, nothing but nature is encountered, with little in terms of tourism and a lot in terms of peace.

12:00 – Picnic Lunch by the River

We have a well-deserved break at a lovely river, where one can sit and enjoy a refreshing picnic lunch prepared with locally harvested ingredients. Under a cover of verdant foliage and with a background sound of nature, it is a perfect chance to indulge in the peaceful atmosphere of Pu Luong.

14:00 – Visit Remote Thai Villages & Experience Traditional Farming

Following lunch, hiking continues through rural Thai villages, in which one will encounter:

• Locals working in paddy, utilizing traditional methods passed down through generations.
• Buffalos plowing lands is an important activity in traditional agricultural practice.
• The traditional Thai architectural theme, embodied in its woven bamboo dwelling
• The villagers weaving baskets and tools, demonstrating their age-old expertise.

The living environment creates an opportunity for one to socialize with native citizens and appreciate and comprehend their simple yet fulfilling lifestyle.

17:00 – Check-in at a Pu Luong Eco-Lodge, Free Evening to Relax

We arrive at sunset and settle in at a pretty ecolodge, deep in Pu Luong Nature Reserve. Over rolling, panoramic paddy lands, wood and thatch cottages, and a peaceful background murmur of birds and rustling leaves, it’s a haven in which to slow down and refresh. There’s a free evening for a flavorful Thai meal, a sip of locally-made herbal tea, or simply relaxing in a terrace seat, enjoying the panoramic view over hills at sunset.

Day 4: Morning Village Walk – Return to Hanoi

07:00 – Breakfast & Morning Village Walk

We begin the day with a traditional breakfast, including steamed rice cakes, pork satay, and a variety of fresh fruits native to the region. After breakfast, we go for a relaxed morning stroll through a nearby village, during which you can:

• Make a trip to a nearby weaving workshop, where Thai women make pretty handweaves.
• Learn about traditional woodworking and blacksmithing techniques.
• Interact with friendly villagers, who will ever be glad to narrate stories about them.

The stroll is a concluding intimate encounter with life in rural Pu Luong and a fitting conclusion to your rural adventure.

10:00 – Depart for Hanoi

We bid farewell to the serene rural beauty in Pu Luong and head towards Hanoi for our return journey. About 4.5 hours will go in driving, offering one last chance to witness a panoramic view of surrounding hills and mountains.

16:00 – Arrival in Hanoi

We arrive in Hanoi in the evening, having finished an unforgettable four-day journey in and through Pu Luong and Mai Chau.

Tour Includes:

• Round-trip transportation from Hanoi.
• Mai Chau Tours in English.
• 3 accommodation nights (homestay or ecotourism.
• All three meals (3 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 3 dinners.
• Trekking (~7km) through Mai Chau’s ethnic villages and rice fields.
• Bamboo rafting experience.
• Trip to Pu Luong Nature Reserve, trekking (around 7km).
• Visitation to rural Thai villages & traditional agricultural practices.
• The cultural performance and traditional Thai dishes.
• Free drinking water.

Tour Excludes:

• Private expenses (sweets, additional drinks).
• Travel cover.
• Tips for guides and drivers (optional).
• Other activities are not included in the schedule.

Why Book with Impress Travel for Trekking Mai Chau Tours?

With a decade of expertise in planning Mai Chau Tours, Impress Travel is your go-to companion for an authentic, well-planned, and immersive trip. Locally guided, with deep familiarity with Mai Chau’s hill tribes, trekking routes, and off-the-beaten-path cultural gems, your journey will count on our guides. Practicing responsible tourism, and working with homestays, craftsmen, and village markets, your trip will benefit the community and preserve the unspoiled beauty of Mai Chau. For a quick trekking escape, a long-term cultural trip, or somewhere in between, flexible and tailor-made itineraries for any kind of visitor are crafted and arranged for your comfort and enjoyment.

By choosing Trekking Mai Chau Tours with Impress Travel, expert guidance, responsible tourism, and personalized experiences will be at your disposal. All tours can be booked privately and in groups and can have customized trekking difficulty, cultural experiences, and accommodations according to your desire. Let’s start your unforgettable journey together.

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• 125 Hoang Ngan, Hanoi
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• Email: hanoi@impresstravel.com

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• 155 Ben Van Don, Rivergate, 4 District, HCM
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Conclusion

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