Pu Luong, is a hidden place in Vietnam only matched by enormous cultural wealth, where unspoiled natural beauty is. In Thanh Hoa Province, Pu Luong offers some breathtaking landscapes from terraced rice fields to thick forestry, and quintessentially comprises the ethnic Thai and ethnic Muong local tribes whose ways of life are conserved for generations. Our Pu Luong Tours are exclusively designed for eco-tour and adventure lovers to experience those special instants amidst nature, culture, and sustainable tourism. So, let’s come and enjoy Our Sample Tours in Pu Luong, and explore this wonderful place!
07:30 – 08:00 AM: Pickup from Hanoi or Thanh Hoa
The trip will start with your pick-up schedule at your hotel in Hanoi or the start point in Thanh Hoa. You will meet our friendly guide here, and when everyone is ready, we’ll embark on a beautiful drive en route to Pu Luong.
08:00 AM – 11:00 AM: Scenic Drive to Pu Luong
Go far away from the city into the serene pastoral realm, passing the large field of green and softly undulating hills. Embrace gentle views of countryside charm over National Route 15 as we head toward Pu Luong.
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM: Arrival in Pu Luong and Check-In
Upon arrival at Pu Luong, we will visit to check in your accommodation, whether that be a cozy eco-lodge or traditional stilt house. Let’s take some time to settle in and relax after the journey.
12:00 PM – 01:00 PM: Lunch
Enjoy a delicious lunch featuring local specialties at the accommodation. This meal is prepared with fresh, locally sourced ingredients, offering a true taste of the region.
01:00 PM – 03:00 PM: Visit Ban Don Village
Ban Don Village
After lunch, we proceed to Ban Don Village, a scenic Thai village known for its terraced rice fields and traditional stilt houses. Here, using a walk, you get the chance to take a sneak peek at the locals as well as to familiarize yourself more with village life.
03:00 PM – 04:30 PM: Explore Terraced Rice Fields
Explore more of Ban Don as you go for a walk in the terraced rice fields that cascade down the mountainsides. One could do great pictures here, capturing the close relationship between the local community and their environment.
04:30 PM – 06:00 PM: Return to Accommodation and Free Time
Head back to your accommodation for some relaxation and refreshment. You can enjoy the serenity, have a walk around, or simply sit back in your room.
06:00 PM – 07:00 PM: Dinner
A traditional dinner will be served with a variety of mountain specialties. This dinner is one of the day’s highlights and a plunge into the flavors of Pu Luong.
07:00 PM – 09:00 PM: Optional Cultural Performance
They will take great pleasure in watching a traditional Thai cultural performance after dinner, with its dynamic music, and graceful dances, and maybe even participate! What a great way to complete the day to be thoroughly brought into the local culture.
Overnight:
Stay overnight in your comfortable accommodation, and let the sound of nature rock you to sleep.
07:00 AM – 08:00 AM: Breakfast
Start your day with a deliciously satisfying breakfast at your accommodation to get ready for the day of discovery ahead.
08:00 AM – 09:00 AM: Bamboo Rafting on Cham Stream
Cham Stream
Start your day with excitement by planning the thrilling bamboo raft adventure on Cham Stream. Be pampered by the leisure of a gentle cruise aboard this classic bamboo raft amidst the quietness us that mother hen nature will offer for the seclusion of the place among the green surroundings. Authentic, antique waterwheels complete the picture, furnishing the Thai people with a morally acceptable method of irrigation. It’s probably one of the best if not the best examples you could ever do in your life on how people could rightfully coexist with nature most sustainably.
09:00 AM – 10:00 AM: Visit Traditional Water Wheels
As a following activity after rafting, we are going to see the close-up of these interesting water wheels. Our guide will explain how they work and what they do for life in the local community. This would be a great opportunity to learn about the ingenuity Thai people developed in working with the natural environment.
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM: Hike to Hieu Waterfall
We will commence our guided hike to the Hieu Waterfall, one of the most beautiful natural attractions in Pu Luong. Our walk will take you through dense forests while you get wide-ranging visual views of the surrounding landscape. As soon as you reach the waterfall, you can enjoy the highest falling water, with the refreshing, cool atmosphere of this best creation of nature. You can swim or explore the area, but generally, you can simply relax and feel the peace of the surroundings.
12:00 PM – 01:00 PM: Lunch
Lunch will be right by the waterfall, in such a good place where a packed meal will be arranged earlier during the day. This is an ideal spot to relax and enjoy a meal amidst nature.
01:00 PM – 03:00 PM: Free Time and Relaxation
Afternoon is the time for lunch; then, take some free time to explore the surroundings of Hieu Waterfall for self-discovery or just simply chill out; that provides a good chance to soak in the beauty of Pu Luong at your own pace.
03:00 PM – 06:00 PM: Return to Hanoi/Thanh Hoa
As the road becomes too difficult to traverse, our adventure comes to an end; we head back to the vehicle for a return to Hanoi or Thanh Hoa. Reflect on the wonderful experiences of the past two days as we drive through the picturesque countryside.
06:00 PM – 07:00 PM: Arrival in Hanoi/Thanh Hoa
Later, we will return to Hanoi or Thanh Hoa, from where we will drop you back at the point from where we picked you up to conclude the trip accordingly.
Mai Chau
07:30 – 08:00 AM: Departure from Hanoi
We will start very early in the morning and leave Hanoi by pick-up service, which will bring you directly from your hotel to the virescent scenery loaded en route out of the city and finally carry us down to Mai Chau a valley with a peaceful serenity.
10:30 AM: Arrival in Mai Chau
Arriving in Mai Chau after a scenic drive, the beauty of the valley with rice fields, mountains, and stilt houses presents a picturesque scene for ideal photographs.
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM: Visit a Local Thai Village
First, we will make our way around to get a closer view of an old Thai village, in which we might stumble upon a type of stilts house, and meet with local villagers to learn about their way of life. Thais are very friendly and easygoing people, so one might likely be welcomed with a smile and even a cup of tea in one of the local villagers’ homes.
12:00 PM – 01:00 PM: Lunch in the Village
Now, enjoy the delicious lunch made by the villagers with their local specialties, which serve sticky rice, grilled meat, and fresh vegetables that make your taste buds experience true Thai flavors.
01:30 PM – 04:00 PM: Biking Through Mai Chau Valley
After lunch, we hop on our bicycles to ride around the valley. This could be superbly great in a way that views around there would be making their way, pacing up in the green rice fields with small villages and local markets. There will be ample chances to have click-it-stops small conversations with locals and enjoy the peaceful environment.
04:00 PM – 06:00 PM: Free Time
After the cycle, you will be left free to spend your time at leisure either by relaxing or self-exploring more of Mai Chau. You may stop at the local market in the middle of town with handmade textiles and other crafts or stroll around the village.
06:30 PM – 07:30 PM: Traditional Dinner
We will stay local at a Thai house for dinner, letting you taste the local culinary heritage, very rich in the region. The dinner will be full of lively conversation over good food.
07:30 PM – 09:00 PM: Optional Cultural Performance
Optional evening cultural performance with traditional Thai music and dance, a great way to be further immersed in the culture and even to participate yourself!
Overnight: Stay in a Local Homestay
The night will be spent in a snug Thai homestay in a traditional stilt house, hearing the sound of nature at night and night only.
07:00 AM – 08:00 AM: Breakfast in Mai Chau
Begin your adventurous day in readiness by enjoying indigenous cuisine at your homestay.
08:00 AM – 10:00 AM: Transfer to Pu Luong Nature Reserve
After breakfast, we would leave Mai Chau to the Pu Luong Nature Reserve today. We would travel through the outstanding scenes over the north of Vietnam on the mountains, valleys, and rivers.
10:30 AM – 12:00 PM: Visit Ban Hang Village
Upon arrival in Pu Luong, we are to visit Ban Hang Village. This is a very remote village where life goes by very slowly. It is right here where you can get to interact with the people of the local Thai community and learn all about their daily routines.
12:00 PM – 01:00 PM: Lunch in the Village
Lunch will consist of a tasty meal prepared by the villagers. This will include local dishes from fresh produce grown in the area.
01:00 PM – 04:00 PM: Trekking Through Pu Luong’s Terraced Fields
We will do a walking tour during the afternoon through the Pu Luong scenic rice terraces. Your hike is going to encompass some of the most magnificent scenery of the terraces, with panoramic views over the terraces extending hundreds of meters and with a variety of colors. It will make a moderate trek and will be suitable for most to share a closer touch with nature.
04:00 PM – 06:00 PM: Check-In and Relaxation at the Eco-Lodge
Eco-Lodge
After this adventure trek, we drive to an eco-lodge in the area, where you check in and have the remaining time at your leisure. The eco-lodge has been designed in a way that blends with the natural surroundings and does not compromise luxury within the accommodation with fantastic views.
06:30 PM – 08:00 PM: Dinner at the Eco-Lodge
We will be partying dinner at the eco-lodge, in which the chefs, using fresh and local ingredients, develop yummy meals. Your dinner will be at a place with such satisfying views of the surrounding mountains and forests.
Overnight: Stay at the Eco-Lodge
Enjoy a good night’s rest in the eco-lodge, with the only noises being those of nature.
07:00 AM – 08:00 AM: Breakfast at the Eco-Lodge
Start your final day with a hearty breakfast at the eco-lodge, preparing for another day of adventure.
08:00 AM – 10:00 AM: Bamboo Rafting on Cham Stream
The day begins with an interesting bamboo rafting adventure on Cham Stream. You gently cruise down the stream, surrounded by green and beautiful landscapes as you enjoy the tranquil atmosphere. This is one of the best things to do in Our Sample Tours in Pu Luong, the unique way to get into the natural beauty of the area.
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM: Nature Walk Through Pu Luong
Following rafting, we take a guided nature walk through some of the most pristine areas in Pu Luong Reserve. Exactly, the walk will be guided through forests, riverside, and other stunning views of the area on terraced fields. You will have a glimpse of local wildlife and learn about the rich biodiversity in this area.
12:00 PM – 01:00 PM: Lunch at a Local Restaurant
We will stop at a local restaurant for lunch and sample more of the good regional food.
01:00 PM – 03:00 PM: Visit Thac Huou Waterfall
Our last conquest in Pu Luong is the wonderful Thac Huou Waterfall, one of the calmest and less-touristy areas. The waterfall drops to the bottom in smooth stepping, creating pools that are simply perfect for chilling. This is perhaps the most relaxed possible way by which one will take in the natural beauty right before we have to thank the most.
03:00 PM – 06:30 PM: Return to Hanoi
After having visited the waterfall, driving back to Hanoi. Again, there are more beautiful sceneries along the way that offer great opportunities to take pictures, and a lot of quiet time in which to reflect upon these 3 days of unforgettable experiences.
06:30 PM – 07:00 PM: Arrival in Hanoi
Back to Hanoi, we will drive in the late afternoon, and drop you off at your picked-up location. This is the end of the Pu Luong and Mai Chau Combo tour but the effort-turned MEMORIES will be yours forever.
07:00 AM – 07:30 AM: Pickup and Departure from Hanoi
We’ll start the adventure very early in the morning with a pickup from your hotel in Hanoi. Leaving the intimacies of the city behind, one feels excited about what hiking and cultural experiences await in Pu Luong.
07:30 AM – 11:00 AM: Transfer to Pu Luong
Enjoy the scenic drive to Pu Luong, watching as the landscape changes from an urban area to a fertile green sea of rice paddies. The road snakes throughout the mountain and valley with more stunning views at every corner.
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM: Arrival and Preparation for Hiking
On arrival in Pu Luong, we will have a short break to prepare for the hike. At this point, you will have time to readjust your equipment, hydrate properly, and prepare for this outright day of adventure.
12:00 PM – 04:00 PM: Full-Day Guided Hike
We’ll start the trek heading deep down to discover several of the best-hidden charms of Pu Luong Nature Reserve. We will trek through some of the remotest villages, during which you will view stilted, traditional Thai houses that harbor the people who live in harmony with nature. Walking past rice terraces, dense forests, and mountain trails will open up views, one after the other, finally reaching the panoramic end. During the hike, your guide will provide information so that it is not just a hike, but one filled with the discovery of local culture, flora, and fauna.
04:00 PM – 06:00 PM: Arrival at Thai Stilt House and Free Time
After a full day’s hiking, we’ll reach your overnight stop a traditional Thai stilt house. There will be time to relax, freshen up, and enjoy the peaceful surroundings. You may walk around the house in a local area walk amidst the host family or rest and relax after a tiring day.
06:30 PM – 08:00 PM: Cultural Exchange and Dinner
Dinner is also a special affair, prepared by the host family with local dishes that represent the rich culinary traditions of the Thai people. This will be followed by a cultural exchange with traditional music and dance as we shake our feet to some local numbers. This too will give us the unique opportunity to be exposed to some local culture, learn some traditional dances, and enjoy some good, clean fun.
Overnight: Stay in a Thai Stilt House
You will stay overnight in the stilt house, preserving a tradition of the way of life, enjoying simple comforts as if you were in a home in Pu Luong.
07:00 AM – 08:00 AM: Breakfast at the Stilt House
Awaken to the sounds of nature and allow a host to get ready the most nutritious breakfast a repast that would furnish you for a day’s adventure and wine tasting at Pu Luong.
08:00 AM – 10:00 AM: Visit Local Markets
Then, after breakfast, we head to the local markets from which you will see the vivid daily life of the Thais. The markets are very colorful and lively; there are many stalls with fresh produce of all colors, handmade arts and crafts, and reams of traditional textiles. You will watch local artisans weaving beautiful fabrics with techniques passed on from one generation to the other.
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM: Traditional Weaving Demonstration
We will head to one of the local weaving factories where you will have the chance to observe how these skilled artisans make intricate patterns on their looms. It will be a valuable moment to learn about the art of weaving and have a try yourself, under the guidance of a master weaver.
12:00 PM – 01:00 PM: Lunch at a Local Restaurant
Have a delicious lunch at the local restaurant, which offers more of the region’s cuisine, and it is a perfect sample of the tastes created with fresh, locally sourced products.
01:00 PM – 03:00 PM: Relax at a Waterfall
A great nameless waterfall surrounded by natural beauty is our last stop. You can swim or just laze around enjoying the scenes from nature, accompanied by the peace that engulfs your entire being. A perfect relaxation to get ready before we head back to Hanoi.
03:00 PM – 06:30 PM: Return to Hanoi
We will then start our drive back to Hanoi after a relaxing time spent at the waterfall. The route back is as beautiful as the way up to the waterfall, giving guests more time to enjoy nature’s splendor.
06:30 PM – 07:00 PM: Arrival in Hanoi
We will arrive back in Hanoi in the late afternoon and drop you at your hotel. At this moment, the program Pu Luong Hiking and Cultural Experience comes to an end, and turns all of you back, obtaining the memories of a great and unforgettable adventure in that very special place on Earth, so beautiful in timeless Vietnam.
Conclusion: Our Sample Tours in Pu Luong perfectly combine the sight of beautiful nature and the authenticity of the expedition with the culture and adventure that allows you to be steeped into the attractiveness of features of this gem in Vietnam. Every step is a memorable experience as you find out the beauty of terraced fields in, most remote villages, mouth-watering local food, and cultural exchange, then suppose soaking up one’s adventure with our Pu Luong Tours. Attention. Contact Impress Travel at:
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Inclusion: Meals: 1 x lunch, 1 x dinner, Accommodation: Overnight at Pu Luong Retreat, private transfer, tour guide, water on van/car.
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Inclusion: Meals: 1 x breakfast, 1 x lunch, 1 x dinner, Accommodation: Overnight at Pu Luong Retreat, tour guide
Inclusion: Meals: 1 x lunch, Private Transfer, Tour Guide, Water on van/car.
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 up puluong@impresstravel.com
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