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Explore the untouched beauty of Pu Luong Nature Reserve on this 3-day off-road trekking adventure. Traverse scenic trails through rice terraces, discover charming villages, and immerse yourself in local culture. Delight in bamboo rafting while soaking in the serene landscapes and enjoy authentic Vietnamese cuisine throughout your stay. Engage with local communities and experience daily life in remote villages like Kho Muong and Hieu. This tour promises a unique blend of adventure, culture, and relaxation.
- 3-day itinerary featuring 19km of off-road trekking in stunning nature.
- Enjoy bamboo rafting and swimming at Hieu Waterfall.
- Explore authentic villages and meet local artisans.
- All-inclusive meals and comfortable accommodation provided throughout the trip.
What's Included
Lunch
Dinner
Breakfast
Meeting and pickup
Make sure that you inform us an exact hotel address in the Hanoi Old Quarter Inform your hotel receptionist to contact us unless you receive our confirmation Be ready at your hotel lobby 15 minutes before pick-up time Travel light with hiking shoes and comfortable clothes Drinks and personal expenses (if any) are excluded
13 Hang Muoi is a building of many companies and our sales office is at 4th floor. Just come there and have a common area with seats at the first floor to wait for bus.
Itinerary
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1Lake of the Restored Sword (Hoan Kiem Lake)
Pick up at a few hotels in the Old Quarter area around Hoan Kiem Lake and then depart to Pu Luong Nature Reserve. Estimate a 4-hour drive without heavy traffic and a stop halfway.
Admission ticket free -
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Before noon, arrive at Don village, the epicenter of Pu Luong and have lunch there. After that, check in your reserved room if available (standard check-in time 14:00). Free to relax and wander around.
1 hour • Admission ticket included -
3
13:30. Transfer to Meeting Point and start a 10km trek. Conquer Kho Muong, an isolated village and the largest cave in Pu Luong by off-road trails via streams, mountain. Then, head to scenic Bang village with gorgeous paddy fields. Difficulty level 4/5.
3 hours • Admission ticket free -
4
Explore the largest cave in Pu Luong via off-road trails through streams and mountains.
30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
5
Depart from the village and head to scenic Bang village to discover remote houses with beautiful terrace fields.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
6
Around 16:30, transfer back hotel for relaxation and have dinner. For those interested, a cooking class is available for you to learn the secrets of Vietnamese cuisine. Savor a private dinner at 7PM, then enjoy free time to relax or pay light games, wrapping up the 1st day.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7
Wake up in refreshing mountain air in Don village. Breakfast is served from 7:00. Recharge fully and get ready for the tour by 9:00.
8 hours • Admission ticket included -
8
Get ready for a 5KM hike, the accent is Don village famed for breathtaking paddy fields. From there, follow peaceful village paths to discover Quan and Uoi - scenic and less-traveled villages tucked away from the crowds.
2 hours • Admission ticket free -
9
Next, visit Lan village, a special place where the authentic life of the Thai ethnic minority still be alive. This is the only village that has preserved its traditional weaving craft despite the changes of modern life. You will witness how locals still make their fabrics by hand. Continue the trek with another 3KM into the hidden part of Lan village, where people live humble with nature. Observe their daily activities and immerse yourself in the simplicity of rural life. Then, walk through lush jungle paths to reach Long Village, where you will visit a duck farm raising Co Lung ducks – the Pu Luong’s finest duck. These ducks are bred, hatched, and raised here, known for their exceptional taste and recognized by the Intellectual Property Office of Vietnam with a Geographical Indication certificate.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
10
A car (or bicycle if pre-booked) will take you 6KM along village roads to reach Hieu Village. From here, take a short walk to a local restaurant nestled next to Hieu Waterfall. Enjoy a delightful lunch with the soothing sounds of water and nature all around you. After lunch, take your time to swim and unwind in the largest waterfall of Pu Luong Nature Reserve - an unforgettable moment in crystal-clear waters. Then, continue your walk to explore the upper part of Hieu Village, a more remote area, before gradually following the stream down to the main road. Enjoy scenic views of surrounding mountains and small scattered homes - glimpses of local life along the way.
3 hours • Admission ticket included -
11
You can expect a car pickup between 3:30 – 4:00 PM, arriving back at the hotel by 4:30 PM for some self-relaxation. Say goodbye to your guide. Enjoy a herbal foot soak, happy hours. At 7:00 PM, savor a delicious dinner, and then you're free to enjoy the evening at your own pace. This marks the end of an enchanting day in Pu Luong.
30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
12
Wake up in refreshing mountain air in Don village. Breakfast is served from 7:00. Recharge fully and get ready for the tour by 8:30.
8 hours • Admission ticket included -
13
Transfer to Meeting point and start a 4.5km trek through suspension bridge, scenic villages along the largest stream. Admire water wheels by the way.
30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
14
Arrive at Chieu Lau dam and embark on a bamboo rafting experience. Paddle the raft upstream with locals and enjoy the moment. In Pu Luong, activities like eating or singing on bamboo rafts may sound fun at first, but they come with real risks, especially when the water level rises or flows fast after heavy mountain rain. That is why at Puluong Excursions, we keep it simple and safe: Life jackets are required at all times.
45 minutes • Admission ticket included -
15
Meet the transfer at the main road and return to your hotel for check-out by 11:30 AM. Enjoy lunch.
2 hours • Admission ticket included -
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13:30. Get on bus and go back Hanoi city with a break along the way. Expected time to Hanoi by 18:30 with normal traffic. Drop off at Hanoi Opera House and hotels in the old quarter. Finish the tour at hotel.
5 hours • Admission ticket included
HANOI – PU LUONG - isolated village hidden cave (L - D)
PU LUONG - Enchanting 19km Off-Road Trekking (B - L - D)
PU LUONG – HANOI bamboo rafting, gaint water wheels (B - L)
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Cancellation Policy
If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 3 full days before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 3 full days before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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