Participating in this North Loop & Pu Luong tour package on a great deal will lead one deeper not only into the vast majestic outlook that North Vietnam is comprised of but also into cultural quintessence. During its path, this well-structured holiday tour will cover all attractions and interesting places in the Northern area of Vietnam-from gently beautiful rice fields at Hoa Binh’s Mai Chau to peaceful charm and reserved attractiveness at Pu Luong Nature Reserve. The breathtaking Ma Pi Leng Pass and stunning treks through forests and villages to enjoy high-end cultural exchanges with tribes will form a wonderful memory for your customers throughout the North Loop and Pu Luong tours. The very well-planned itinerary, besides offering smooth transfers, ensures lifelong recollections for the customer during the North Loop & Pu Luong tour package.
Pu Luong Retreat (Sours: www.booking)
Morning: Start your tour by driving from Hanoi towards the breathtaking valley of Mai Chau. Stop en-route at Thung Khe Pass for panoramic views of richly mountainous and serene the perfect photo place for the first time!
Afternoon: Arrival in Mai Chau, lunch in Ban Lac village in traditional Thai style. After lunch, a short walk in the village, where you will discover some stilt houses, made from tree trunks and palm leaf roofs, which reveal the skillful hand of the weaver, an example of local architecture. This hands-on cultural experience is one of the most enjoyable experiences for visitors to Pu Luong Tours.
Evening: Dinner, with local specialties like sticky rice and grilled mountain pork. Enjoy an energetic cultural performance that depicts the traditional dances and music of the Thai ethnic group. Enjoy an overnight stay in a cozy homestay.
Morning: Depart for Pu Luong Nature Reserve, the highlight of the North Loop & Pu Luong tour package, and drive on some very scenic mountain roads. Along the way, enjoy the panorama of terraced rice fields and greenery.
Afternoon: Enjoy lunch at Pu Luong Retreat with an impressive view of the surrounding valleys. In the afternoon, head for a fantastic trek in Don Village, where the rural beauty will greet you at every step. Take some time to visit the amazing Kho Muong Cave, one of the hidden wonders featuring impressive stalactites and stalagmites narrating something about time and nature.
Evening: The day will end with dinner which is a traditional meal included in the retreat, made from fresh local ingredients. End the day by relaxing amidst the peaceful ambiance at Pu Luong Tours most famous retreat.
Kho Muong Cave (Sours: puluongexcursions)
Morning: Start your day with a visit to Hieu Waterfall, cascading down from the surrounding wilderness. Take a refreshing dip in the cool waters or simply bask in the serenity of the surroundings.
Afternoon: Transfer to Moc Chau, then visit the Heart-shaped Tea Hill, which is an iconic place representing the romantic beauty of Moc Chau. Stop by Dai Yem Waterfall, whose misty shower and forested surroundings are ideal for photos and rest.
Evening: For dinner, have local inspiration with regional specialties. Retire for a comfortable night’s stay in Moc Chau in a hotel or homestay, to continue further.
Morning: Start early in the morning and drive long towards Ha Giang, a doorway to breathtaking landscapes of Northern Vietnam with rustic villages and endless greenery lining up your path.
Afternoon: Arrive in Ha Giang, then visit the Zero Kilometer Marker, which symbolically marks the beginning of this adventurous North Loop. Spend your afternoon exploring Ha Giang City, where tradition meets modernity.
Evening: Enjoy a warm dinner with local specialties, such as thang co and stir-fried vegetables. Then, retire to a friendly hotel to rest up for tomorrow’s astonishing mountains.
Morning: Spend an entire morning sightseeing at the remarkable Dong Van Plateau an uncommon geographical park acknowledged by UNESCO, in which jagged lines formed in limestone radiate elegance while looking great from multiple locations in Dong Van town, Hmong King’s palace house reflecting compelling evidence related to this race heritage, or take your journey via narrow hills.
Afternoon: Overcome the legendary Ma Pi Leng Pass, one of Vietnam’s most iconic mountain passes. See the serpentine roads with deep valleys beneath these. For a lifetime adventure, enjoy a boat ride up the Nho Que River, sliding through the dramatic Tu San Gorge deepest canyon in Southeast Asia.
Evening: Arrive in Meo Vac, check in to the traditional homestay for your overnight stay, and have a simple but very warm dinner with your hosts.
Dong Van Plateau (Sours: www.tripadvisor)
Morning: Transfer to Lung Tam Linen Village, where the resident Hmong instructs about traditional linen-making. Proceed to Sung La Valley, also known as the “Valley of Flowers" because of the vibrant color due to the fields and very lovely ethnic houses.
Afternoon: Arrive at Quan Ba and then visit Heaven’s Gate for spectacular views of the surrounding countryside before visiting the Fairy Mountains, consisting of two peculiarly shaped limestone peaks rising out of the verdant valley floor.
Evening: Enjoy your dinner with local food in Quan Ba, then overnight in the homestay.
Begin your drive back to Hanoi, stopping en route to shop for regional specialties including dried herbs, honey, and handwoven textiles.
Late afternoon arrival in Hanoi marks the end of your unforgettable adventure with the North Loop & Pu Luong tour package.
Pu Luong (Sours: naturabungalow)
Comfortable trekking shoes are highly recommended when contemplating the beauty of Pu Luong Nature Reserve or when taking a trek to Mu Pi Leng Pass, for example. Bring the lightest and most breathable clothes for hot midday and a jacket for the night in the mountains. In addition, don’t forget to bring some essentials like protecting yourself from insects, sunscreen, and not forgetting a refillable container to carry water with you for safe hydration in your sustainable tour during Pu Luong Tours.
During this excursion through some villages in the northeast inhabited by the Thai, Hmong, and Dao ethnic minorities, it will be deemed highly important to observe local mores. Dress conservatively, especially if one is thinking of visiting homes or any sacred place, and seek permission to take pictures of people and property. A little politeness goes a long way on the North Loop & Pu Luong tour package to make meaningful connections.
That means the activities on this tour include trekking, hiking, and some light climbing, which certainly includes moderate-level fitness for the full enjoyment of the tour. Be it running around Pu Luong terraced fields or simply going across mountain passes in the heart of Ha Giang, preparing physically for the tour beforehand could put a wider grin on the faces when embracing these full-value adventures from the North Loop & Pu Luong tour package.
The North Loop & Pu Luong tour package is a passport to stunning landscapes and vibrant cultures of Northern Vietnam. From the serenity of rice terraces at Pu Luong Nature Reserve to the majesty of Ma Pi Leng Pass, every moment is crafted to amaze the senses. Don’t wait, book your North Loop & Pu Luong tour package today with Impress Travel for an unforgettable adventure!
We went on a private trip to Vietnam and Cambodia, the whole trip plan was organized for us by the Impress Travel Company from Vietnam, the company did an amazing job, the whole trip was organized in a wonderful way with an amazing match between the various parties, their choices were correct and the quality of the hotels chosen were very high quality and it is important to note that the price was low in comparison To other agencies, thanks to Impress Travel and especially to Daniel who was tolerant and open to changes and organized the route for us.
Impress travel were amazing. Did my bookings with Daniel for our tour of Vietnam and I must say Daniel was very professional and prompt with his services. All the arrangement, plans, pick-up & drop-off services, hotels, vehicles, sightseeing tours and guides were spot on and excellent. Did 4 nights Hanoi, 1 night Hà Long Bay cruise, 3 nights Hoian, 4 nights Saigon and 1 night in Can Tho. It was totally awesome. Every part of the journey was superbly arranged and planned. I will highly recommend Impress Travel for anyone interested in visiting Vietnam. Very organized and reliable!
I booked with Impress Travel in July. My contact person was Tommy Thang. He is an amazing person. He was very helpful. He changed my program twice for me. Very accommodating!
We started our holiday in the north (Sapa)of Vietnam and travelled down to HCMC.
The tour was fantastic, Tommy's arrangements were to the"T".
I will always use them if I have to visit the area again and recommend them to one and all.
Thank you once again Mr.Tommy and the Impress Team.
Sulaiman Pochee
Great value for money with 4 stars hotel accommodation for 4 couples. The tour guide has been very helpful and brought us to amazing places in Sapa. We want to thanks Thuy the tour guide and especially Mark from Impress Travel for his great service and assurance throughout our trip. We’ll definitely use his service for other tour packages in other parts of Vietnam.
This is the second time we travel to Vietnam with IMPRESS Travel. First time, we booked our holiday to Hanoi, Halong Bay & Sapa during Dec 2018 with Impress.
Second time, we travel to Hoi An, Hue & Danang (Central Vietnam) during Jan 2019.
My friends & I are very glad & happy with all the hotels stay in Central Vietnam, the meals provided are delicious. We are greatly appreciated with all the tour arrangement by Tommy & his team (tour guide).
Especially, Mr. NHAT C.V. He is helpful, cheerful, knowledgeable and very professional. He always volunteer to take a nice pictures for six of us (group) .
We enjoyed our holiday with Impress travel. We will definitely come back to Vietnam again with Impress
This eco way travel route to bring you via the 3 provinces in the north of Vietnam: Hoa Binh - Thanh Hoa - Ninh Binh and It is one of the most wonderful combinations between Pu Luong Tours, Mai Chau Tours, and Ninh Binh Tours.
We escape from Hanoi bristling city then explore Mai Chau by trekking and riding a bike around Poong Coong Thai Village, transfer to visit Pu Luong trekking and experience of homestay at Muong – Thai Ethnic people.
It is one of the most wonderful combinations between Ba Khan in Mai Chau Trekking Tour & Hoa Binh lake boat Trip. Then day tour to Ninh Binh with amazing landscapes and experiences of biking and rowing boat.
Mai Chau has become one of the 10 friendliest destinations in Vietnam selected by Traveller Review Awards 2023. The highlights captivate international visitors by its natural charm and national cultural identity.
