MAI CHAU VALLEY ONE DAY – ADVENTURE

Travel Style: Active Explorations, Cycling Journeys, Essential Highlights
Duration: 1 DAY

Suitables: Adventure Seekers, Culture Seekers, Nature Lovers

TRIP OVERVIEW


Mai Chau Valley – Cycling – Trekking  Local House – Rice fields – Silk Village – Chieu Cave

Mai Chau is a picturesque rural district located in Hoa Binh province, about 140 kilometers from Hanoi. It’s known for its stunning landscapes, including lush green rice paddies, towering limestone mountains, and serene valleys. The area is home to several ethnic minority groups, primarily the White Thai people, who live in traditional stilt houses.

Chieu Cave in Mai Chau is a stunning natural cave that is one of the highlights of the region’s rural and scenic beauty. Situated in the northern mountainous area of Vietnam, Chieu Cave is famous for its unique geological formations, lush surroundings, and cultural significance. The cave is embedded in the breathtaking landscape of Mai Chau, a valley known for its terraced rice fields and peaceful ethnic minority villages.

TRIP IN DETAILS


7:00: Pick up the guests from hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter and start the trip to Mai Chau. You will have a stop in Thung Khe Pass for a spectacular view of Mai Chau Valley. During the stop, you can see the local stands selling typical products. Take a chance to try one of the local specialties, the “Com Lam” – sticky rice cooked in bamboo.

 

Arrive in Mai Chau which is considered the capital of the Thai people. Have lunch in the traditional house with specialties of the Northwest mountains.  Take a small rest to relax or a quick walk in the narrow alleys to admire the local life.

 

Start the Cycling tour to discover the beautiful Mai Chau valley. You will pass through fields and villages and get the opportunity to discover more about the unique cultural activities of the White Thai ethnic group. Take a break to visit brocade production facilities made by locals. You are welcome to visit the shops and to buy souvenirs from this unique place.

 

Your next destination is Chieu Cave also known as the Thousand Steps Cave. From the foot of the mountain, you will climb to reach the mountain’s peak from where you can enjoy the fantastic view of Mai Chau valley. (If you can not hike and visit the caves, you can cycle around Mai Chau Valley freely).

 

Back to homestay & have some tea break.

 

17:30: Take the bus back to Ha Noi.

 

20:00 – 20:30: Arrive at your Hotel in Ha Noi.

 

Including: Transfer from Ha Noi to Mai Chau to  Ha Noi, Lunch, Tour guide.

PRICE GUIDE & NOTES


Pricing depends on your group size and requested services, such as hotel type. Please fill out the form below, and we’ll respond within 24 hours.

Meals: Lunch
Transportation: Limousine
Accommodation: Based On Your Request

WHAT'S INCLUDED


  • Shared car transportation with an experienced driver
  • Cycling fee
  • Lunch
  • Guided tours with English-speaking local guide in Mai Chau
  • Trekking in the village
  • Bottled water on tour
  • Entry fees

WHAT'S EXCLUDED


  • 8% VAT (Government tax)
  • Drinks, tips, personal expenses
  • Insurance

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FAQ


Are there any restrictions on photography in Vietnam?
Yes. Photography in or near military installations, airports or similar locations is prohibited. Anyone caught doing so will have the film, and possibly the camera or camcorder, confiscated and may be arrested.
Can I change my tour details after confirmation?
Once the official payment has been made, changes in tour details should be requested via email (divitravelvietnam@gmail.com or email of the staff processing your booking), and is subject to a surcharge of hotels and restaurants (depending on each case). Possibility of reservation amendments is also subject to service availability of our suppliers (hotels, restaurants and other)
Can I enter Vietnam later than my granted arrival date in visa approval letter?
Yes, you can enter later than the granted arrival date in visa approval letter providing that you exit by granted exit date.

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