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It’s hard to explore Mu Cang Chai without private vehicles & a local expert to connect you with the ethnic groups living there. Relax & unwind in comfort with all-inclusive meals + accommodation.
Join us on an adventure where you'll trek stunning rice terraces, discover vibrant cultures, live like a local in breathtaking landscapes.
Tour Highlights:
- Scenic drive from Hanoi to MCC with stops for picturesque views.
- Explore Tu Le’s rice fields & Thai/Mong cultures.
- Trek Lim Mong & Lim Thai villages, meet local farmers.
- Visit Khau Pha Pass for panoramic rice terrace views.
- Enjoy local cuisine & Stay in traditional Thai stilt house homestays.
- Visit Horseshoe Hill’s stunning terraced fields during harvest season.
Our local experts will guide you with care and insight, ensuring authentic experience & deep connection with the locals and culture. You also have free time to explore on your own.
Book now for an adventure that combines nature, culture, and unforgettable memories!
What's Included
Lunch
Dinner
Breakfast
Meeting and pickup
- Be ready at your hotel lobby 10 minutes before departure. - Free pick-up/drop-off in Hanoi Old Quarter. - Airport pick-up available 24/7. - Pick-up/drop-off outside Hanoi center available with a small surcharge based on your address. - On weekends, some roads may be closed to vehicles, we may drop you off at the nearest point in the Old Quarter. - For the convenience, please provide us your WhatsApp/Email to easily contact & confirm the pick-up time & location. - Feel free to reach out anytime - We’re here 24/7 to support you with care & dedication!
Itinerary
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1Old Quarter
Thank you for joining us on this unforgettable adventure. Be ready for a 3-day memorable journey with our local expert! 07:30 AM: Our driver and guide pick you up in Hanoi Old Quater and depart for Mù Cang Chải (285 km), traveling along National Road 32. We’ll have two breakpoints for sightseeing, where you can capture the breathtaking views, enjoy a refreshing drink, or stretch your legs with a short walk in nature. 12:00 PM: Arrive in Nghĩa Lộ, Yên Bái Province. Enjoy a traditional lunch in a local restaurant. Throughout the trip, our guide will take great care of you, sharing fascinating stories and showing you the best of every place we visit.
5 hours • Admission ticket free -
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02:00 PM: Continue our journey to Tú Lệ. Upon arrival, explore the picturesque rice fields, serene springs, and quaint villages. Take part in hands-on activities such as rice planting or harvesting with local farmers. The hiking road is quite flat & not too difficult. This is a wonderful opportunity to connect with the culture and daily life of the Thai and Mong ethnic communities. 05:00 PM: After a fulfilling cultural experience, check in at the local homestay as a traditional wooden stilt house in Tú Lệ valley. 06:30 PM: Enjoy a cozy dinner, experience authentic local dishes and cultural exchange with ethnic people. Later, take rest and enjoy your own time.
18 hours • Admission ticket included -
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06:00 AM: Wake up early to enjoy fresh mountain air and a special breakfast at the homestay. 08:00 AM: Ready for a soft trek to Lim Mong – Lim Thai, where you’ll be surrounded by stunning rice terraces and visit several villages. Here, you can take photographs, engage with the locals, and learn about their traditional farming methods and culture. 10:00 AM: Depart for Mù Cang Chải via Khau Phạ Pass. This scenic route offers breathtaking views and several stops for photographs. This is one of Vietnam's Four Great Mountain Passes, offering stunning whole views of Lim Mong and Lim Thai villages, plus a paragliding spot at the top. We ensure to show you all the best spots to experience authentic ethnic life & capture memorable moments of Mu Cang Chai.
5 hours • Admission ticket included -
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12:00 PM: Arrive in Mù Cang Chải & check in homestay. Enjoy lunch prepared by locals, featuring fresh ingredients sourced from the region. From here, we enjoy stunning countryside views, visit local villages, and immerse yourself in the daily life of hill tribe people. 02:00 PM: We embark on a trek from Che Cu Nha Commune to La Pan Tan Commune, where you’ll witness some of Vietnam’s most stunning terraced rice fields. As you trek, you’ll have chances to interact with H’mong people, observe their traditional agricultural practices, and even try your hand at planting rice alongside the locals. 06:30 PM: Return to the town, enjoy a special dinner prepared by a professional Thai chef, showcasing the region’s distinct flavors & culinary traditions. 08:00 PM: Spend the night in a traditional stilt house homestay, where you’ll experience firsthand the daily life & hospitality of Thai people. Engage in cultural exchange through traditional dances, sharing stories around a warm fire.
20 hours • Admission ticket included -
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07:00 AM: Enjoy a delicious breakfast at the homestay before starting your day’s adventures. 08:00 AM: Visit Horseshoe Hill in Sang Nhu village, just 2 km from Mù Cang Chải. The hill offers some of the most iconic views of Vietnam’s terraced rice fields, especially during the harvest season when the fields are a brilliant gold. 11:00 AM: Head back to Nghĩa Lộ (or Tú Lệ) for a rest and specialty lunch. With our local experts, we'll show the best of what Mu Cang Chai can offer, ensuring that you'll have a great time with detailed insights into Vietnam's history, culture & people.
4 hours • Admission ticket included -
6Old Quarter
01:00 PM: After lunch, begin your return journey to Hanoi, taking in the stunning mountain views along the way. 05:30 PM: Arrive back in Hanoi and return to your hotel, concluding your unforgettable journey through the heart of Vietnam’s rural beauty & culture. Thank you for choosing us & see you soon in next adventure!
4 hours • Admission ticket included
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Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by at least an adult
- It's a daily tour & requires good weather. In case if it has to be cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- We’ll update the weather forecast & let you know in advance so you can prepare accordingly.
- Please wear comfortable shoes & clothing suitable for trekking and outdoor activities.
- You're advised to bring small backpack, hat, sunglasses, mosquito spray and cash
- Share your WhatsApp/Email for easy contact. We’re here 24/7 for any questions or support!
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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