Vietnam

IN THE LAND OF THE THAI AND MUONG

Off the beaten track tours 5 Day(s)

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Day 1

HANOI – MAI CHAU (B, L, D)

Today we escape the busy city and head to Mai Chau - a beautiful and quaint valley mainly occupied by the White Thai. We get to the town around noon and a special lunch prepared by the Thai people will be waiting for you. The afternoon visit ... Read more

Day 2

MAI CHAU – PU LUONG NATURE RESERVE (B)

In the morning we will drive to Pu Luong. The road leading to Pu Luong Nature Reserve takes you over breath-taking mountain passes and offers fascinating bird’s-eye views of the whole valley. We start the descent into the beautiful valley f ... Read more

Day 3

PU LUONG – NINH BINH: TAM COC & HOA LU (B)

Car transfer to Ninh Binh. In the afternoon, we will embark on a small rowing boat in Tam Coc to discover the outstanding karst waterscape on Ngo Dong River. Tam Coc literally translates to “three caves” and is adorned with beautiful stalact ... Read more

Day 4

TAM COC – LAN HA BAY & HALONG BAY (B, L, D)

Our journey today is toward the East, through the rich farmland of the Red River Delta, and then by boat to Cat Hai Island off the port city of Hai Phong. On arrival at the port, you are welcomed aboard the ship. Settle into a private comfor ... Read more

Day 5

LAN HA BAY – HANOI (B)

Nothing can be compared to waking up to a serene morning surrounded by karsts. You can have an early morning dip and then breakfast on board. We will continue to sail through the bay during the morning to explore hidden areas. The junk will ... Read more

OVERVIEW
This 5-day adventure takes you along a path less travelled in Mai Chau and Ninh Binh, two stunning landscapes in North Vietnam. The cruise on Lan Ha Bay marks a beautiful end to the trip. The local people you meet on the way, their homes and farms, the scenery, and the diversity of cultures make this a journey of a lifetime...

HIGHLIGHTS
•   Cycle along rice fields in Mai Chau valley
•   Cosy homestay in Ban Van village
•   Cultural exchange with Thai minority people
•   Hiking in Pu Luong Nature Reserve
•   Visit Hoa Lu, the first capital of Vietnam
•   Sampan boat ride on the river at Tam Coc
•   Immerse yourself in the enchanting limestone landscape of Lan Ha Bay, a less visited part of the big Halong Bay.

OUR SERVICES INCLUDE:

Accommodation with breakfast on a Double/Twin Basis in Hotels listed or similar
2 days/1 night cruise in Lan Ha Bay
All entrance fees and sightseeing as mentioned in the program
Experienced English speaking tour guides except on free days (for other language guides supplements will be applied)
Meals as mentioned in the program (B=breakfast, L=lunch, D=dinner)
Transportation in private air-conditioned vehicles with driver
Bottled water during the tour day

OUR SERVICES DO NOT INCLUDE:

Rates and Hotels are subject to availability
Domestic & International flights when not mentioned
Drinks and meals other than those mentioned
Gratuities to guides, drivers, boat crews, wait staff... We recommend you allow USD$3-6 per day, per traveller. Tipping your guide is an entirely personal gesture.
Personal expenses of any nature like, laundry, telephone calls, shopping, incidentals at hotels etc.
Visa Stamping Fee for Vietnam
Travel Insurance
Peak season or Public holiday surcharges if any
Other services not mentioned in the itinerary