Embark on a captivating journey into the thai ethnic minority villages

Embarking on this journey provides not only a glimpse into the rich cultural fabric of Vietnam's ethnic minorities but also an opportunity to connect deeply with nature and tradition.

Nestled in the heart of Thanh Hóa Province, Pu Luong Nature Reserve offers a serene escape into the rich tapestry of Vietnam's ethnic heritage. This protected area is home to the Thai and Muong communities, whose traditions and lifestyles have remained largely untouched by modernity.

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Highlights (Selling points)

Experience daily life by visit traditional stilt houses, enjoying home-cooked meals, and engaging in local customs.
Weaving Workshops: Learn the art of traditional weaving, a skill passed down through generations.
Performances: Participate in local featuring folk dances, music, and traditional attire
Terraced Rice Fields: Marvel at the lush, green terraces that change hues with the seasons.
Bamboo Waterwheels: Observe the ingenious waterwheels used for irrigation, a testament to the harmonious relationship between the Thai people and nature.

Tour Included

Entrance fees for all visits as mentioned in the itinerary
English speaking experienced and licensed tour guide (your other preferred languages are available upon request)
Service charges and government taxes
Exclusive and personalized individual customer services
No extra charge after services confirmed.
24/7 hotline support guaranteed

Tour Excluded

Meals & drinks, if not specified in the itinerary
Travel insurance (we highly recommend that you purchase adequate insurance).
Tipping gratuity for guides, drivers, hotel & restaurant staffs, boat riders, etc.
Personal expenses, such as laundry, telephone, drinks, etc.
All other services which are not specified in the itinerary
Surcharge for peak season, New Year holidays (Vietnamese Tet & Calendar New Year), and compulsory dinners on Xmas and New Year’s Eve as per regulation of the hotels and cruises.

Tour Plan

DAY 1: HANOI – MAI CHAU (B/L)

Depart Hanoi and embark on a 4-hour drive towards heading to Mai Chau. The amazing drive through a spectacular mountain range. The typical houses you see here are house on stilt with elevated 10–12 feet off the ground. Because to avoid water damage and shelter animals from the elements. The spectacular views of the mountains and stunning valleys will make our journey today worthwhile. En route you will stop to visit Mai Chau market, it’s a great chance to take plenty of great photos of the spectacular mountains and green valley. Upon arrival you check into the hotel.

Then start to discover shimmering plains in the north of Mai Chau with this fabulous boating tour. Transfer to the village of Suoi Lon and a mild hike through its undulating outskirts. your reward is the spectacular waterfall of Go Lao, a pristine cascade of silver water where the adventurous can take a dip. Boat trip finishes with an hour-long boat cruise across the beauty-flanked HoaBinh Lake, where the humble routines of fishermen at their fishing farms is evident for all to see.

Overnight in Mai Chau

DAY 2: MAI CHAU – PU LUONG

Pick up from your hotel in Mai Chau then on the way to the nature reserve, we stopped off at a chopstick factory. The tour is very brief, but offers a detailed insight into the creation process, highlighting techniques handed down from generation to generation. The residents of Pu Luong, keen to preserve their environment, have identified bamboo as an ideal resource for the manufacture of chopsticks, combining lightness, durability and respect for the environment. Continue drive to Bang village. From there, you take 2 hours trek (if you can’t make it, you can ask the tour guide from the beginning for shorter trekking route) to Bam village, then take a short drive to Don village, Pu Luong, which is the focal point that most of travelers to Pu Luong.

Overnight in Pu Luong

DAY 3: PU LUONG - HANOI

After breakfast, transfer to explore the beautiful countryside surrounding the Bamboo Bridge. This unique landmark spans the Ma River and offers stunning views of the surrounding area. Take some time to admire the bridge, which is rebuilt every year using traditional techniques and materials. Afterward, you will walk to visit a traditional local house nestled in the picturesque countryside of Vietnam, offering you a deeper understanding of the rich culture and history of the region. Next, head to Chieng Lau Village to witness the traditional way of farming and see the ancient waterwheels at work. These machines are used to irrigate the rice paddies in the area and are powered by the natural flow of water from the Cham River. Aside from visiting the waterwheels, you can also take a walk around the area and explore the peaceful countryside. The stunning scenery with terraced rice fields and limestone mountains is a great time to enjoy. Then move to Lan Village, a famous silk village in Vietnam and the home of the Thai ethnic group. Visit a local silk-weaving household and witness the process of making traditional Thai silk from cocoon to finished product. Discover how silk is dyed, woven, and transformed into beautiful scarves, bags, and textiles. After that, take some time to explore the surrounding area, including the local rice paddies and traditional houses before driving back to Hanoi.