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Pu Luong Tours: Easy Trek to Hieu Waterfall & Relaxing Eco Retreat Stay

Located in Pu Luong, Thanh Hoa, Pu Luong Retreat is an ultimate ecotourism resort that offers wooden bungalows overlooking rice terraces, a serene infinity pool, and direct access to nature. Ideal for trekking to Hieu Waterfall or simply escaping city life, Pu Luong Retreat Vietnam is the ultimate place for a peaceful and authentic mountain life. For other stay options, look at Pu Luong hotels.

Tour in Details

Where to Stay: Introducing Pu Luong Retreat

Located in Ban Don, Thanh Lam Commune, Ba Thuoc District, Thanh Hoa Province, Pu Luong Retreat is the most famous resort in Pu Luong for visitors seeking a natural, quiet, and nature-immersed stay. Far away from crowds, deep within the Pu Luong Nature Reserve, this green retreat features dramatic panoramic rice terraces and limestone mountain scenery.

Traveling distances to Pu Luong Retreat, Vietnam, are accessible from most routes:

  • Approximately 4 hours driving distance from Hanoi (200 km)
  • 45 km from Mai Chau
  • 125 km from Ninh Binh

With a real ecotourism model in mind, Pu Luong Retreat Resort offers a truly alternative stay without televisions and air-conditioners — their guests enjoy the noises of nature, mountain fresh wind, and pristine peace. Guests can relax, relax, and connect to what is important.

Room Categories at Pu Luong Retreat

Deluxe New Wing Villas

  • Area: 45m²
  • View: Panoramic valley view
  • Capacity: Up to 4 guests
  • Highlights: These are the most abundant type of room at Pu Luong Retreat Vietnam, located in three areas:
    • New Wing: Proximity to infinity pool and palm garden — perfect for “Instagram-worthy" moments.
    • Far Wing: Tranquil environment with lotus ponds below.
    • Garden Wing: Fitted with a private Jacuzzi bathtub outside.
  • All the rooms face east, allowing soft morning light and chances to spot clouds moving over the valley from May to October. Expect floor-to-ceiling windows of glass, high ceilings, large balconies, and comfortable décor with ethnic flair. A good option for nature lovers seeking views and peace.
Deluxe New Wing Villas at pu luong retreat resort

Deluxe New Wing Villas (Source: puluongretreat)

Deluxe Central Wing Bungalows

  • Area: 45m²
  • View: Direct valley view of terraces and mountains
  • Capacity: Up to 4 guests
  • Highlights: resort Pu Luong initial type of room built; these bungalows are situated closest to the rice terraces with the broadest and most unobstructed view. One free-standing bungalow per unit with an individual balcony, surrounded by flowering gardens and shaded with high native trees. Situated close to the restaurant, spa, and reception lounge.
Deluxe Central Wing Bungalows at pu luong retreat resort

Deluxe Central Wing Bungalows (Source: puluongretreat)

Valley View Suite Bungalows

  • Area: 80m²
  • View: 270° panoramic valley, pool, and terrace view
  • Capacity: Up to 4 guests
  • Features: This is the most opulent suite at the retreat, Pu Luong, and finds itself in the middle of the resort. This is the most beautiful 270-degree vista — rice fields on one side, an infinity pool on the other side, and the valley in front. A private garden and an open-air tub hide behind the bungalow. Even more unique — two living jackfruit trees were not disturbed during construction: one on the balcony, one in the bathroom, each with real fruit during the season!
Valley View Suite Bungalows at pu luong retreat resort

Valley View Suite Bungalows (Source: puluongretreat)

Valley View Suite Far Wing

  • Area: 80m²
  • View: 270° elevated panoramic view
  • Capacity: Up to 4 guests
  • Highlights: The highest-tariffed and newest suite of Pu Luong Retreat Booking, providing the highest level of privacy and tranquility. With a hand-carved stone bathtub outdoors, a private 30m² sun deck, and unlimited rice paddies and forests through its windows. A lotus fish pond on the floor below adds to the serene atmosphere. The interior is specially crafted in harmony with light, space, and nature.
Valley View Suite Far Wing at pu luong retreat resort

Valley View Suite Far Wing (Source: puluongretreat)

Shared Stilt House (Dormitory Style)

  • Area: 90m²
  • View: Wide-angle valley view
  • Capacity: Up to 20 guests
  • Points of Interest: Ideal for large groups or company retreats. The stilt house in Thai style offers a clean, well-ventilated communal space with personal curtains to maintain privacy. Bedding, linen, and sanitary conditions are maintained daily. The stilt house has 4 hot-water bathrooms and a sink area facing the garden. The shared balcony has a view of 270° for getting together and having tea.
Shared Stilt House at pu luong retreat resort

Shared Stilt House (Source: puluongretreat)

Private Rooms in Shared Stilt House

  • Area: 25m²
  • View: Garden view
  • Capacity: Up to 4 guests
  • Highlights: The two rooms are located in a secluded part of the stilt house and are perfect for couples or small families who desire privacy. Equipped with 1 double or 2 twin beds and can fit an extra bed. Shared bathrooms with the main house.
Private Rooms in Shared Stilt House

Private Rooms in Shared Stilt House (Source: puluongboutiquegarden)

Ricefield View Villas

  • Area: 42m²
  • View: Overlooking the stream and rice terraces
  • Capacity: Up to 4 guests
  • Highlights: Situated beside a gentle stream at a greater elevation, these villas allow you to rise to the sound of water music and foliage. Designed to imitate the angles of old Thai houses, with high wooden roofs and generous glass windows. Suitable for couples or families with small children. Natural decor and wonderful sunlight create a serene, snug ambiance.
Ricefield View Villas at pu luong retreat resort

Ricefield View Villas (Source: puluongretreat)

Services & Amenities at Pu Luong Retreat

Infinity Pool to Remember at Pu Luong Retreat

There is nothing quite like starting (or finishing) your day by wading into Vietnam’s resort Pu Luong infinity pool, gazing out over rice paddies and mist-covered valleys. The pool is positioned to catch the soft golden morning light and sunset’s fiery orange, and is a favorite guest destination for unwinding and selfies.

 Infinity Pool

Infinity Pool (Source: eholiday)

On-site Restaurant with Local & International Cuisine at Pu Luong Retreat

The restaurant of resort Pu Luong offers a wonderful blend of local Vietnamese and Western meals. From a healthy bowl of mountain chicken soup to enjoying banana blossom salad, or opting for an eat-clean or vegetarian meal, there are different options for different people and their choices. Ingredients are locally sourced, and a few are even picked fresh from the garden.

On-site Restaurant

On-site Restaurant (Source: puluongretreat)

Herbal Spa & Jacuzzi Retreat at Pu Luong Retreat

Unwind and de-stress after a day of trekking or biking at Pu Luong by soaking your body and soul in the herbal Jacuzzi outside or soothing with a traditional treatment at the spa. Treatments use local herbs and techniques passed down from ethnic Thai and Muong traditions — just perfect for calming muscles and restoring balance to the mind.

Herbal Spa

Herbal Spa (Source: puluongretreat)

Guided Tours & Adventure Activities at Pu Luong Retreat

As one of the Pu Luong Tourism Reserves, Pu Luong Retreat Booking is the ideal beginning for an unforgettable experience:

  • Trekking tours to ancient villages and jungle trails
  • Bamboo rafting on the Cham Stream
  • Cycling along peaceful countryside roads
  • Cooking class on the preparation of local delicacies

 Extra Amenities for a Seamless Stay at Pu Luong Retreat

Aside from nature and food, Pu Luong Retreat Agoda provides utilitarian amenities to make your stay more convenient:

  • 24-hour front desk with bilingual personnel
  • Guaranteed Wi-Fi from all parts of the property
  • Laundry and ironing services
  • Function room space for a group meeting or a function
  • Complimentary shuttle transfer to and from Hanoi and nearby provinces

Suggested Itinerary: Eco Retreat & Trekking Combo (2 Days 1 Night from Hanoi)

Day 1: Hanoi → Pu Luong Retreat (~200km | ~4 hours)

7:00 AM – Hanoi pick-up (options include the iconic Hanoi Opera House, Metropolis Kim Ma, or other urban center points). Start a breathtaking drive along the lush valleys of northern Vietnam.

Noon – Arrival and check-in at Pu Luong Retreat, Vietnam. You’ll be welcomed with cool towels and a refreshing drink before enjoying a delightful local lunch. Time to settle into your bungalow — perhaps one of the Pu Luong Retreat Deluxe Valley View Bungalows, offering sweeping views of green terraces and mist-covered mountains.

3:00 PM – Following a short rest, time for an easy afternoon stroll down Ban Don village. Stroll past ancient Thai homes, snap photos of the emerald layers of rice paddies, and feel the wind as you come full circle for a splashy interlude in the infinity pool that looks out over the valley.

6:00 PM – Supper hour! Dine on a satisfying mountain supper at Pu Luong Retreat Resort’s restaurant, including such favorites as grilled stream fish, bamboo tube sticky rice, and local greens. Vegetarian and clean-eat dishes are available as well — another great example of authentic ecotourism.

Walk to Ban Don Village

Walk to Ban Don Village (Source: treviettours)

Day 2: Pu Luong Retreat → Thac Hieu Trekking → Hanoi

6:30 AM – Start your day out with an early breakfast in the cool mountain air.

7:30 AM – Begin a 3km scenic trek to Hieu Waterfall – a gem of the Pu Luong Tourism Reserve. Experience suspension bridges, bamboo forests, and descend into a serene valley where the waterfall cascades over limestone and jungle. Tourists can cool off in the natural plunge pool, capture incredible shots, and simply absorb the serenity.

11:00 AM – Return to Pu Luong Retreat Booking for a well-earned rest and a final lunch. It’s your last chance to take in the view from the balcony or sip tea by the lotus pond.

1:00 PM – Depart back to Hanoi. You’ll arrive around 5:30 PM, with a heart full of memories and perhaps a phone full of cloud-kissed snapshots.

trek to Hieu Waterfall

Trek to Hieu Waterfall (Source: treviettours)

Travel Tips & Booking Advice for Your Stay at Pu Luong Retreat

Best Time to Visit Pu Luong Retreat

The most beautiful months in Pu Luong are March to May and September to November. It’s nice, warm, and cool weather in these months, the hills are green or golden yellow, and every photo will be a postcard! It’s trekking, cloud-chasing, and experience-filled, with the beauty of the Pu Luong Tourism Reserve.

What to Pack for Pu Luong Retreat

To enjoy your vacation in the resort Pu Luong to the fullest, don’t forget to prepare well. The following are the recommendations from experienced travelers and FAQs:

  • Trekking shoes for tracks and waterfalls
  • Light sweaters or windbreakers for cold mornings
  • Sunscreen, cap, and insect repellent
  • Swimwear — you won’t be able to resist the infinity pool at resort Pu Luong
  • A phone or camera with plenty of memory space — each corner here beckons to be photographed!

Booking Advice for Pu Luong Retreat

Pu Luong Retreat bookings are highly sought after, especially over holiday weekends and long weekends. We highly recommend reserving your room 2 to 3 weeks in advance, especially if you’re considering staying in the coveted Pu Luong Retreat Deluxe Valley View Bungalows or the lovely Valley View Suite Bungalows. Limited supply,  this is one of the most sought-after Pu Luong hotels in the area!

How to Book Your Stay at Pu Luong Retreat with Impress Travel

If you’re planning a nature escape to Pu Luong Retreat, let Impress Travel take care of everything, from booking your room to organizing private transfers and tailored tours. If you would like to stay in the luxurious Pu Luong Retreat Deluxe Valley View Bungalows or explore the remote regions of Pu Luong Thanh Hoa, our team of expert consultants is available for you. We offer customized packages including hotel booking, guided trekking to Hieu Waterfall, bamboo rafting, cultural immersion, and even pickup from Hanoi. Our service is individual, reliable, and backed by 15+ years of ecotourism experience throughout Vietnam.

To book your tour or inquire about Pu Luong hotels, simply contact us at:

Impress Travel – Hanoi Head Office

Conclusion

Pu Luong Retreat is not only a retreat,  it’s where you unplug from the madness and get back to the beat of nature. However you relax, whether in the Pu Luong Retreat Deluxe Valley View Bungalows, on a hike to waterfalls, or around local food, time loses meaning at Pu Luong. Don’t wait to be healed by the mountains. Stay at Pu Luong Retreat or book another  Pu Luong hotels for a nature adventure that is worth every step.

Ranana

You feel like organized tour, but you are in a privet tour. Impress Travel make the different.

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.

Ebrahim

Tour of Vietnam

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!

Solly Pochee

The tour was fantastic

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

Bernard Lim

Great value for money with 4 stars hotel

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.

Derek.Schooling

We enjoyed our holiday with Impress travel

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

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