Welcome to Pu Luong Valley Home and Tours Around Villages, your way into the pristine beauty and rich cultural tapestry that Pu Luong Nature Reserve in Than Hoa Province has in store for visitors. This full immersion tour will take you through lush forests, stunning rice terraces, and mesmerizing waterfalls while allowing you to connect with the traditions of the Thai and Muong ethnic groups. Experience warm hospitality, vibrant festivals, and unique handicrafts in this land of friendly people and search for sustainable tourism for the good of the environment and locals. Let us be stunned by silence at Pu Luong Valley Home and Tours Around Villages and give birth to unforgettable memories in this natural-cultural paradise.
Highlights of Pu Luong Valley Home and Tours Around Villages
Pu Luong Valley Home is a little oasis in the middle of a stunning Pu Luong landscape. Providing an accommodation conceptualized for eco-friendliness and local architecture, hence perfectly balanced between comfort and authenticity. Here, you will wake up to the sounds of nature and be surrounded by lush greenery with the gentle rustle of leaves. With all rooms at Pu Luong Valley Home, a restful moment has been created for serenity and immersion, allowing one to find a comfortable and memorable stay experience
Valley Home
Taking into consideration some of the unique features that bring in a wholesome experience at Pu Luong Valley Home, it has an eco-friendly design whereby negating impacts on the environment have been minimized while comforts for you are maximized. The architecture is archaic and resembles that of traditional homesteads of local people: Thai and Muong. Stilt houses with bamboo structures and thatched roofs create a whole impact of the original ambiance. Amenities and services here tend to ensure satisfaction for your entire requirement from mouth-watering local cuisine to guided tours in cultural activities
This is where you can join many activities that give the best of Pu Luong Tours during your stay. Some of the highlights include:
Exploring Traditional Villages
Staying at Pu Luong Valley Home and Tours Around Villages is a great opportunity to visit the Thai and Muong people’s traditional villages. You will stop by some of these villages, and see the local daily life, their traditional practice, and their colorful culture. You will have the chance to discuss with the villagers; learn their crafts and participate in some of their activities
Hiking Through Rice Terraces and Mountains
Another highlight of Pu Luong Tours is to hike through breath-taking rice terraces and mountains. The scenic trails will take you through some of the most beautiful landscapes in Vietnam. You’ll be surrounded by fields that are terraced down the side while hiking; you should not miss this visually stunning spectacle. The trails vary in difficulty, so whether you’re a seasoned hiker or just looking for a stroll, there’s something for everyone.
Visiting Local Markets
No visit to Pu Luong would be complete without exploring the stunning local markets. These are colorful and always busy markets that pack every kind of local produce, from the freshest produce to handmade crafts. It is thus the perfect place for souvenir and local delicacy shopping, and a feel of a classic Vietnamese market with all its liveliness.
Waterfall Excursions in Pu Luong Valley Home and Tours Around Villages
It’s also a great experience to visit some of the fine waterfalls that dot the region. Pu Luong Tours will take you to some, refreshing the dip in cool waters or relaxing beside the falls while taking in the beauty. Most of the waterfalls are surrounded by lush forests that create a peaceful atmosphere for a picture-perfect day out.
Detailed Itinerary for Pu Luong Valley Home and Tours Around Villages
Day 1: Hanoi to Pu Luong Valley
06:00 AM: Departure from Hanoi
Good morning, explorers! This morning will kick off your exciting adventure with Pu Luong Valley Home and Tours Around Villages at 6:00 AM. Our meeting point is the Vietnam Museum of Ethnology, where an English-speaking guide and a comfortable vehicle are awaiting your visit. On the way, you’ll drive on the charming Thang Long Boulevard, head past Quoc Oai and Xuan Mai, and then get onto the Ho Chi Minh Highway. You now sit back and enjoy the ever-changing scenes as we leave behind the bustling Metropolis to head toward the serene beauty of Pu Luong
11:30 AM: Arrival at Pu Luong Valley
Welcome to paradise! At around 11:30 AM, reach the stunning Pu Luong Valley. Upon arrival, check in at Pu Luong Valley Home, your oasis designed in eco-friendliness with a local touch of architecture. Following check-in to your comfortable.cls room, prep for lunch with Co Lung duck, mountain pork, and hill chicken; all very local and sumptuous offerings that give you a feel for the real heritage of the region
02:30 PM: Visit Don Village
Don Village
At 2:30 PM, depart for our enjoyable village sightseeing. Don Village lies charmingly with its rice terraces and traditional-style stilt houses. Taking a stroll around this large village, you will be given ample opportunities to capture beautiful landscapes and quite distinct architectural images. Also, it’s a very great opportunity to contact local Thai people and Muong, learn firsthand all about their daily life and culture rich in tradition; and maybe watch their skills in craft or join them in one of their activities, which again will allow one to feel and appreciate their way of life
07:00 PM: Dinner at the Resort
A dinner making use of fresh and local ingredients will be served, providing a fine ending to your day of exploration. In the evening, you are free to relax in the tranquil surroundings of the resort or, if you feel like having more fun, we can arrange an optional gala dinner this evening. The choice is all yours
Day 2: Pu Luong Valley Adventures
07:00 AM: Breakfast at the Resort
Good morning to all the readers who are nature lovers! Start the day with a good breakfast at the Pu Luong Valley Home at 7:00 AM. During the meal, have a view of the mountain landscape lying just in front, its fresh air, and tranquil setting will provide an atmosphere for your morning meal
08:00 AM: Trip to Hieu Waterfall
This beautiful waterfall is reached after a short hike, where one can swim in its cool and refreshing waters or simply sit beside it to enjoy the beauty of nature. The hike itself is an adventure that offers great beauty with views of the lush forest surroundings. Take your camera along, as it just can’t get better; it’s picture-perfect
Hieu Waterfall
Optional: Visit Pho Doan Market (on Thursdays and Sundays)
The market is a busy central hub of activities, fresh produce, traditional local food, and handicrafts. It’s a great place for souvenir shopping, trying out the indigenously prepared food, and getting a feel for the hustle and bustle. This market visit is an excellent way to experience another side of Pu Luong, where tradition meets daily life in color. 11:00 AM: Return to Pu Luong Valley Home By 11:00 AM, we are back in Pu Luong Valley Home after the morning’s adventures. You will wash up and check out of the room. Have a final lunch at the resort; this time, make sure to indulge in more of the local food flavors before we start driving back to Hanoi.
11:00 AM: Return to Pu Luong Valley Home
After all our morning adventures, we arrive for check-in at Pu Luong Valley Home by 11:00 AM. You have some time to freshen up, pack up, and check out of your room. One last lunch at the resort with the local cuisine’s great tastes before starting your journey back to Hanoi.
01:00 PM: Departure Back to Hanoi
At 1:00 PM,say goodbye to the breathtaking valley of Pu Luong as the long drive back to Hanoi commences. Have some moments of relaxation and reflection on experiences had during the tour. The journey back to Hanoi is through the same picturesque route to Hanoi, with a sight once again of the beautiful northern Vietnamese countryside scenes.
06:00 PM: Arrival in Hanoi
We’ll return to Hanoi around 6:00 PM. Our Pu Luong Valley Home and Tours Around Villages will finally come to an end. As we proceed to the Vietnam Museum of Ethnology, it’s that time that you say goodbye to your travel mates and your guide. We do trust you have had unforgettable memories and made new friends along the way.
Tips and Useful Information for Pu Luong Valley Home and Tours Around Villages
Welcome, adventurers, to an exciting journey! I’m truly excited to share with you some great tips and essential information for the trip that awaits you with Pu Luong Valley Home and Tours Around Villages. Prepare to be inspired by nature and dive into the richness of the culture Pu Luong has to offer
Best Time to Visit Pu Luong
Following are the reasons why May to October is considered the best time for Pu Luong Tours when Pu Luong seems like a colorful tapestry of luxuriant green land. The climate condition is perfect for trekking, and so is the scenic rice terrace condition. In short, throughout the entire season, every hike becomes a great delight to the eyes. Moreover, this is the local festival season, and one will get a clear vibe of the village
Pu Luong
Weather Considerations: May to October
Hot and wet with a tropical climate is the condition of Pu Luong from May to October. Sweeping showers supply refreshment to the thriving parks of the area and maintain the lush waterfalls, which can work their magic on you during hikes. But, of course, you should always be ready for any sudden weather changes. Light and quick-to-dry clothing paired with sturdy waterproof jackets must be in your backpack.
What to Pack for Pu Luong Valley Home and Tours Around Villages
The key to a successful adventure is packing smart. Here is a quick list:
Hiking Gear: preferably this will include cushioned mountaineering boots, moisture-absorbing socks
Camera: Get views captured in digital and moments of beauty.
Swimwear: Don’t skip the refreshing adventure into natural pools and waterfalls.
Hydration: Carry a reusable water bottle to keep yourself hydrated and reduce plastic waste
Health and Safety Tips for Pu Luong Valley Home and Tours Around Villages
Your health and safety are our priority. Here are some tips that can guarantee a smooth journey with Pu Luong Valley Home and Tours Around Villages:
Stay Hydrated: Drink gallons of water, especially during long treks.
Local Customs: Dress modestly and respect the local customs when visiting villages.
Sustainable Tourism: Adopt eco-friendly practices, including waste minimisation, and supporting local businesses
Staying Hydrated
Trekking can be arduous, and guests should take plenty of water. Therefore, have a reusable canteen with you and visit a safe and environmentally clean place to refill it. Dehydration knocks once, especially in hot weather, take plenty of water
Respecting Local Customs and Traditions
The villages in Pu Luong breathe full-fledged heritage. While participating in Pu Luong tours, one should respect the local customs by dressing appropriately and obtaining prior permission before taking pictures of anybody, clicking noises aside. These show respect, create goodwill, and add to the culture-experiential aspect
Sustainable Tourism Practices for Pu Luong Valley Home and Tours Around Villages
Sustainable tourism depends on human beings as custodians of the environment in this profuse region. Here’s how you can chip in:
Minimize Waste: use reusable bags, bottles, and containers. Properly dispose of the trash and recycle as much as doable
Support Local Businesses: expend money on local products or services derived when eating at village restaurants and hiring guides. In this way, you help to save both his economy and culture
Conclusion
Thank you for joining our business trip with Pu Luong Valley Home and Tours Around Villages. On the Pu Luong Tour, you enjoy jade landscapes, rich cultures, and a lot of friendliness; Each of the Pu Luong tours is tailor-made to provide memories and a better understanding of this beautiful area. Ready to create your own memorable experience? Reach out to us by contacting us and booking a tour right away. Wishing you were here at Pu Luong Valley Home and Tours Around Villages. Book now, and welcome the adventure! Don’t forget to regularly follow our Impress Travel for more interesting information about traveling Pu Luong to and to book Pu Luong Tours at the best prices
Water wheels walk and rafting | 3 km easy walk – 1.5 hours | 800m river rafting – about 45 minutes
AM: You enter Pu Luong Nature Reserve by road via a breathtaking mountain pass giving you a panoramic view of the whole valley. You arrive at your accommodation in time for a delicious lunch, followed by free time to explore the beautiful retreat, with its captivating panoramic views and tranquil setting. PM: You will be transferred to a suspension bridge over the Cham River, where you begin your walk in search of stunning water wheels. Get up close to each wheel and discover how water is moved from river to handmade bamboo aqueducts via simple constructions of all sizes. Arriving at a local fisherman’s house, you have a short rest to gear up for the bamboo river rafting . Float along the calm river and enjoy the views, in between learning how to paddle and steer your handcrafted rafts. Arriving at scenic Tan Lap bridge, you disembark to be transferred back to Pu Luong Natura for dinner.
What’s included in this trip
Private bed (House on stilt) or Private room with ensuite bathroom (for Bungalow).
All activities are mentioned in specific itineraries.
Transfer around Puluong during tour.
Entrance and Sightseeing fees.
Local guide (none speak English).
Full board: 2 lunches, 1 dinner, 1 breakfasts.
River rafting.
Free Wi-Fi at Pu Luong Natura.
Welcome drink.
2 bottles of water in rooms dail
What’s excluded in this trip
Personal insurance
Expenditure of a personal nature, tips, such as drinks, souvenirs, laundry, emergency transfers & etc.
HOTELS & CRUISES IN VIETNAM SELECTED
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Room Type
HOTEL NAME, ROOM TYPE & WEBSITE
Pu Luong
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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
AM: Start early to descend into the beautiful valley facing the Natura where you walk around tumbling rice terraces. Trek through small paths shrouded in vegetation to slowly reveal a picturesque village sitting at the base of a towering mountain. Your camera will not be able to sit still! Continuing to the base of the valley, you weave between roads and farmland, villages and wild fields, ponds and rivers, mountains and open land. Savor the ever-changing scenery as you trek to a beautiful spot to enjoy a simple picnic lunch. PM: After enjoying delicious food, you have free time to explore the refreshing water to the nearby river, before moving to our pick up point to be transferred back to the resort.
Day 02
Village life and the community | 4,5 km easy walk – 2 hours
AM: You have the chance to get close to village life and interact with locals living in the hills above the resort. Glimpse at daily life, walk around working farmland and rice fields, and learn about making weaving colourful textiles, followed by lunch at the Lodge. PM: Check out the Lodge. See you next time!
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Pu Luong is a natural reservation in the northern land of Vietnam. It is 160 km away from Hanoi and is a 4-hour drive north-west of Hanoi. Pu Luong Reserve is located in Quan Hoa & Bac Thuoc District, Thanh Hoa Province and shares a border with Hoa Binh Province in Tan Lac, Mai Chau, and Lac Son districts, and is divided by a central valley, which contains several human settlements and a large area of agricultural land, therefore, it is not included within the nature reserve. Pù Luông is endowed with great biodiversity, its flora and fauna are closely associated with the Cúc Phương National Park 25 km south-east. Impress Travel offers travelers a tour to explore Pu Luong combined with a Mai Chau trekking tour. It is a trekking tour from Mai Chau to Pu Luong, then an overnight stay at Pu Luong Retreat – 9 comfortable bungalows, 1 traditional stilt house with 16 comfy beds, an open-air restaurant with tasty cuisine, an infinity pool and spa with rock garden, all at your disposal. Come to Pu Luong Retreat to discover the hidden magic, of a place built by hand, with meticulous attention to detail, from the ground uppuluong@impresstravel.com