Hanoi: 2-Day Mai Chau Nature & Ethnic Village Discovery

2 days (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Leave the bustle of Hanoi behind and escape on a peaceful overnight journey to the serene Mai Chau Valley. Nestled in Northwest Vietnam, this idyllic valley is celebrated for its rolling mountains, lush rice fields, and unhurried, tranquil way of life.

Over two memorable days, travel through the scenic Thung Khe Pass, meet welcoming ethnic minority communities, and wander through vibrant rice terraces and fertile farmlands. Spend the night in a cozy private bungalow or a traditional stilt house, where warm local hospitality creates a truly authentic experience.

With all meals included and a range of enriching activities, this immersive journey offers not only stunning natural landscapes but also a meaningful connection to the culture and daily life of Mai Chau, guided by those who know it best.

What's Included

Transfer Roundtrip by van/bus (Hanoi - Mai Chau)
Lunch (Optional[2])
Lunch
Dinner
Breakfast
Local English Speaking Guide
Exploring Mai Chau Valley by bike
Accomodation in Mai Chau
Personal Expenses & Beverage
Holiday Surcharge & Other services are not listed above

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

We will pick up all guests at hotels in Hanoi Old Quarter Area or Hanoi Opera House if you stay outside pick up area.

Itinerary

Duration: 2 days (approximately)
    Day 1

    Hanoi – Mai Chau Valley (Lunch/Dinner) ( Bike about 10km)

    3 stops
  • 1
    Old Quarter

    7:00 - 7:30 AM: We will pick up guests at hotels in Hanoi Old Quarter Area. Please ready at your hotel lobby, our guide will come and check your name at receptionist for tour to Mai Chau. It takes about 4 hours drive to Mai Chau included short break on the way.

    4 hours Admission ticket included
  • 2

    Stop along the way to visit the Muong tribe and then at Thung Khe Pass for a spectacular view of Mai Chau Valley especially you will feel interested when visiting the temporary local market where selling products of the Muong ethnic people at the top of the pass.

    30 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 3
    Mai Chau

    Arrive at Mai Chau and have lunch (vegetarian available) at local homestay. Mai Chau is a mountainous area of outstanding natural beauty, inhabited by a Thai and H’mong ethnic minority groups. After lunch, guests will do bicycle ride with your tour guide, see farmers working in fields, locals weaving scarves and visit surrounding peaceful villages. Then free time for cycling, walking, shopping around local area. Enjoy the the dinner, you will have a chance to enjoy traditional dishes prepared in the style of the native Thai for dinner meal and watch the Thai’s traditional Dance show and drink traditional wine “ruou can”. (only applied for group more than 5 peoples)

    15 hours Admission ticket free
  • Day 2

    Mai Chau Valley - Hanoi (Bike + Trek) (Breakfast/Lunch)

    2 stops
  • 4
    Mai Chau

    Start the day with a simple breakfast at homestay then take a short bike ride (about 2km) through the surrounding countryside, before setting off on a trek (about 6 km) through rice terraced paddies in Na Meo, Xam Pa villages and down winding lanes to visit the Cum and Sam Khoe villages. Immerse yourself in the vibrant local culture and scenery. Check out and have lunch at restaurant then free time for shopping or relaxing.

    7 hours Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Old Quarter

    Guests say good bye homestay and local village then get on bus/van back to Hanoi City. After 4 hours driving by pass Mai Chau again, we will arrive at Hanoi and drop off guests at hotel in Old Quarter between 19h00 PM to 19h15 PM. Tour ends.

    4 hours Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Canary Tourist

Tags

Nature and Wildlife Tours
Mountain Bike Tours
Overnight Tours
Multi-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
4WD Tours
Walking Tours
Layover Tours
Nature Walks
Bike Tours

Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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