itinerary
Day 1
Transfer to Mai Chau and Cycling Excursion to Ban Kha Village
Hit the road for 135 km scenic drive to Mai Chau – the gateway to the impressive Northwest area of Vietnam. Upon arrival, take your bike and start your excursion to the local village to explore the outstanding natural beauty and cultural richness of the valley. You will pass through many villages, green rice paddies and nice traditional houses on stilts. Your guide will lead you into the countryside and drop by a Thai family to understand more about the culture of Thai minority people. After hours of remote cycling, return to Mai Chau for dinner and spend the night in a friendly Thai homestay.
Accommodation: In a Thai traditional stilt-house
Tour guide: English-speaking guide
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Transfer distance: 135 km (84 mi.)
Cycling: Distance – Approx. 22 km (8.6 mi.); Grade – Easy
Day 2
Mai Chau Trekking
Today you will trek to remote rural villages of Mai Chau, starting with a nice easy stretch to Na Meo and Na Cut villages. Then hike to Xam Pa village through a lush bamboo forest. Enjoy the pristine landscapes dotting by lofty limestone mountains with distinctive shapes, luxuriant cassava fields, corn fields, terraces fields and traditional charming houses on stilt. Trek to Cha Long, a small authentic village nestled in peaceful valley and rice fields. Stroll around the village then head to your homestay.
Accommodation: In a Thai traditional stilt-house
Tour guide: English-speaking guide
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Transfer distance: Nil
Walking: Distance – Approx. 14 km (5.5 mi.); Grade – Moderate
Day 3
Return to Hanoi
You may explore the beautiful surroundings at your leisure or take a guided walk to nearby villages. After lunch in Mai Chau, say farewell to Mai Chau and begin the journey back to Hanoi.
Accommodation: Check-out time is 12:00
Tour guide: English-speaking guide
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Transfer distance: 135 km (84 mi.)
Walking: Nil
Tour RATES & details
A rough idea of the price and what is included in this tour program. The exact price depends on season, accommodation and activities, it will be provided on your personalised quote.
| GROUP SIZE | RATES |
| 2 persons | Contact us |
| 3 – 6 persons | Contact us |
| 7 – 10 persons | Contact us |
- Rates are quoted in USD per person based on double-sharing occupancy.
- Rates are subject to change with or without prior notice. Amasia Travel reserve the right to change the quoted prices.
- Rates do not apply over Christmas and New Year.
- Two nights of homestay accommodation
- Transportation and transfers in an air-conditioned vehicle
- All sightseeing as specified, including entrance fees
- Local English-speaking guide
- Bottled drinking water on the cycling excursions
- Breakfast daily, three lunches and one dinner
- Government tax and service charges
- Meals not included in the itinerary
- Travel insurance
- Tips and gratuities for guides and drivers
- Personal expenses such as laundry, telephone, drinks
- Any other services not specified in the itinerary
The Mai Chau Valley Experience Tour is operated daily. Amasia guarantee departure of the tour with a minimum of 02 people. Solo travellers, please get in touch with us for more information.
- Pickup/Drop Off: Hotel
- Language: English
- Travel Experience: Landscapes, Discovery, History and Local Culture
- The itinerary can be tailored according to your requests.
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability.
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required. Solo travellers, please get in touch with Amasia for more information.
- Name, passport number, expiry and country are required for all participants at the time of booking.
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- The cycling distances are flexible. Please advise us of your cycling ability so we can find the best routes for you.
- The homestay accommodation is quite comfortable with curtained sleeping areas in one long room. All bedding and mosquito nets are provided.
- Overnight stay at Mai Chau Eco Lodge is available with an additional surcharge.
You can cancel up to 48 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 48 hours before the tour’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 48 hours before the tour’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 48 hours before the tour’s start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour’s local time.
