Seeking something more from the traditional Mai Chau Tours? With Mai Chau Tours explore Luong Son, you’re in for a truly welcome change. This 2 or 3-day trek combines the serene beauty of Mai Chau with Luong Son’s untouched wonderland of glowing caves, ancient trees from over 800 years old, and peaceful lakesides. Little more than an hour from Hanoi, this trek is an authentic slice of Hoa Binh’s hidden treasure with expert-led comfort, cultural insight, and nature in all its glory. Experience Vietnam in a way you have never dreamed of with our special Mai Chau Tours explore Luong Son
07:30 – Departure from Hanoi
Your adventure with Mai Chau Tours explore Luong Son starts with our pick-up from your hotel in Hanoi. We leave the city behind as we travel west along National Highway 6, riding through emerald countryside and rural villages. We reach the edge of Luong Son in under 90 minutes, where mountains loom and life’s tempo decelerates.
09:00 – Explore Dong Da Bac Cave
Our initial destination is the enchanting Dong Da Bac, which is also known for its dazzling LED-lighted rock formations and spiritual atmosphere. There, you will see rock formations described as looking like creatures from myth, while local legend relates encounters with the elusive Udumbara flowers, a plant said to bloom once every 3,000 years. It is where geology converges with mystery, and it primes you for those hidden gems that are to come.
10:30 – Visit the 800-Year-Old Banyan Tree (Cay Sanh Co Thu)
We travel just a short distance to Suoi Coc village, which is where you can find one of northern Vietnam’s most ancient banyan trees. The spiritual destination is deeply ingrained in traditional Muong culture, with centuries of history sitting in the branches of this 800-year-old giant. In famous Vietnamese cinema such as in the movie Ma Lang, this tree is not just a nature preserve but also a land guardian deity.
12:00 – Lunch at Nui Rung Hai Anh Restaurant
Time to refuel with a rich Muong-style lunch at Nui Rung Hai Anh Restaurant. Be treated to traditional regional dishes such as grilled stream fish (ca seus nuong), buffalo stew with sour leaves (trau nau la lom), and fresh forest vegetables (rau rung do). Everything is carefully made with generations-old recipes.
13:30 – Relax by Dong Chanh Lake
We relax in the afternoon at Dong Chanh Lake, a serene place that is said to resemble nothing more or less than a mini Swiss lakeside. You are free to take a leisureful walk, rent a kayak, ride your bike along forest-lined paths, or merely bask in alpine-like surroundings. Here Mai Chau Tours explore Luong Son’s most peaceful expression: fresh air, open sky, and waters as smooth as glass.
15:30 – Transfer to Mai Chau
We travel deeper into the rural provinces, driving to Mai Chau through lovely mountain passes and rice paddies. The ride is an adventure in itself keep an eye out for water buffalo, traditional stilt-house villages, and farmers working in their fields.
17:00 – Check-in at Mai Chau Hideaway Resort 4★
You will reach the center of Mai Chau by checking in at the elegant but rustic Mai Chau Hideaway Resort. Seated along the lake and bordered by foggy hills, this 4-star resort is in perfect harmony with comfort and local culture.
18:30 – Dinner with Local Flavors
Dine at the resort restaurant, which hosts traditional Thai dishes, steaming rice, sizzling meat, and fresh seasonal offerings. Eating here is more about immersing yourself in the spirit of the valley.
20:00 – Optional Cultural Evening
According to your choice, you can attend a traditional Thai ethnic dance performance with mua xoe and mua sap, or take a serene evening walk through Poom Coong village, where stilt houses are softly illuminated by lanterns and the night is crisp with cool fresh air.
Dong Da Bac Cave (Sours: crystalbay)
07:30 – Breakfast and Check-Out
Rise to birdsong and mountain mist, then settle into a leisurely breakfast at the resort. Upon check-out, farewell to Mai Chau but not to the adventure of Mai Chau Tours explore Luong Son.
08:30 – Visit Hang Man Nguyen (Man Nguyen Cave)
We visit Luong Son to see the stunning Hang Man Nguyen, a national site. Stalactites in the cave drop in folds of silk, and a subterranean stream, Suoi Tien or “Fairy Stream," whispers underfoot. The temperature is cool, the mineral-scented air is pungent, and energy in the space is grounding.
10:30 – Explore Lam Son Driftwood Craft Village
Then we stop by Lam Son village, where master craftsmen bring old wood to life in beautiful carvings, interior touches, and traditional kitchen utensils. This is perfect for buying original souvenirs as you also get to see first-hand the craftsmanship involved.
12:00 – Lunch at Legacy Hill Rustic Restaurant
Hidden in Luong Son’s valleys, Legacy Hill’s Rustic Restaurant serves farm-to-table fare with grilled chicken, local leafy greens, and mountain herbs. The entire menu is locally sourced, so this is truly a meal that you don’t just taste, you remember.
13:30 – Return to Hanoi
We conclude our amazing 2-day adventure and return to Hanoi by approximately 15:30–16:00, in good time to exchange tales and photos of your rewarding getaway.
Man Nguyen Cave (Sours: crystalbay)
07:30 – Morning at Leisure / Breakfast
Start your extra day in serene morning surroundings at the resort or in an eco-lodge. Following breakfast, prepare to experience one of the most immersive nature encounters so far.
08:30 – Adventure at Suoi Ngoc Vua Ba
Spend your morning in Suoi Ngoc Ecological Park, an expansive green oasis with forests, waterfalls, trekking paths, and ziplining or horse-riding options. Admire the Nine-Tier Waterfall, which is a 100-meter waterfall that flows silver silk-like through the forest.
12:30 – Organic Lunch at the Retreat or Eco Park
Dine among nature with an organic dish of fresh seasonal fruits accompanied by traditional dishes.
14:00 – Visit Doi Co Mo (Dream Grass Hill)
Take a stroll through the legendary Doi Co Mo (“dream hill”), a secret oasis of roses in bloom and great views. Don’t leave your camera behind here’s where you seize the moment of your travels.
15:30 – Return to Hanoi
Following a rewarding third day, we return along the road to Hanoi by 17:00, with fresh spirits, inspiration, and memories that will linger with you far beyond the road’s end.
Suoi Ngoc Vua Ba (Sours: nhahangdungtien)
What’s Included in Mai Chau Tours Explore Luong Son
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Address: Lien Son commune, Luong Son district, Hoa Binh province
This breathtaking cave is one of Mai Chau Tours explore Luong Son most popular attractions. Upon entering, you will be greeted by cool breezes, glowing LED lights, and towering stalactites carved over millennia. Local lore tells of Udumbara flowers spirit flowers said to bloom only every 3,000 years which contribute to making this cave a site both of awe and religious reverence.
Address: Nhuan Trach commune, Luong Son district, Hoa Binh province
Internally referred to as a “miniature Swiss lake,” Dong Chanh is a serene haven of pine groves and serene waters. If you prefer to kayak, have lakeside picnics, or simply view mist drifting over hills, this place offers nature’s ultimate escape. For tourists doing Mai Chau Tours explore Luong Son, it’s the ideal halfway getaway to bliss.
Ho Dong Chanh Lake (Sours: gody)
Address: Suoi Coc hamlet, Hop Hoa commune, Luong Son district, Hoa Binh province
Standing at the village entrance in Suoi Coc, this ancient banyan tree is over eight centuries old. It is not just a natural wonder but also an emblem of spirituality for the Muong people, celebrated in legend and cinema. Part of Mai Chau Tours explore Luong Son experience, this ancient tree is an oasis of calm that immerses you in Vietnam’s ancestral heritage.
Address: Cao hamlet, Cao Ram commune, Luong Son district, Hoa Binh province
One of Luong Son’s crown jewels and a national heritage site, Hang Man Nguyen welcomes tourists to step inside its refreshing, unearthly halls. Within, you’ll have beautiful stalactites to marvel at, natural pillars, and Suoi Tien, the hidden stream. If you’re an adventurer or a culture enthusiast, this cave is certainly something you have to include in your Mai Chau Tours explore Luong Son.
Address: Lam Son commune, Luong Son district, Hoa Binh province
For those choosing to take the 3-day Mai Chau Tours explore Luong Son, this nature park is an action-packed discovery. From the 100-meter-high Nine-Tiered Waterfall to forest trekking, ziplining, and horse riding, nature, and thrill lovers will have their ground in this 300-hectare haven. Don’t forget to have a splash in the refreshing natural pools, it’s the ideal conclusion to your extended adventure.
Address: Doan Ket hamlet, Lam Son commune, Luong Son district, Hoa Binh province
Your last destination in your Mai Chau Tours explore Luong Son is an expression of human ingenuity. At Lam Son village, local craftsmen carve driftwood into exquisite decorative art. Observe how they carve with traditional methods, listen to the history behind the work, and bring home your handcrafted item that captures the essence of the area.
Lam Son Driftwood Craft Village (Sours: vov)
Hands down, the most suitable seasons for Mai Chau Tours explore Luong Son are from March to May and from September to November. During these times, the climate is pleasantly cool, the skies are clear, and nature’s landscapes from Dong Da Bac Cave to Ho Dong Chanh Lake are most photogenic. The rainy season (June–August) is likely to have torrential rains from time to time, but if you are fond of dramatic mist and emerald fields of rice, it’s an insider’s secret.
Practicality comes with comfort in this case. Provide hiking shoes for cave exploring, layers to adjust to temperature differences between mountains and valleys, as well as an insect repellent in case you will have picnic or kayak activities by the lakes. A water bottle that is reusable and quick-dry clothes are also intelligent choices for nature activities in Mai Chau Tours explore Luong Son.
Getting to Luong Son is simple and convenient. Impress Travel organizes private vans for all Mai Chau Tours, but in case you are doing DIY, you can drive yourself, use the public bus, or catch a limousine shuttle service from Hanoi. The route only takes 1.5–2 hours over National Highway 6, making this one of Northern Vietnam’s easiest nature escapes.
Mai Chau Tours explore Luong Son is your opportunity to discover another Mai Chau Tours, a richer, more serene, more authentic one. With shimmering caves, sacred banyans, and serene lakes, this experience combines nature, culture, and relaxation in harmony. Have Impress Travel make your weekend one to remember.
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