Discovery Pu Luong Nature Reserve 3 Days 2 Nights

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

Day 1
Ha Noi/ Ninh Binh - Pu Luong Trekking Cultural Interaction (L,D).
2 stops
1
Old Quarter
Pick-up from your Hotel in Hanoi's Old Quarter (06:25 – 06:35) or Ninh Binh (08:00 – 08:30). Expect a 4,5 hours from Ha Noi or a 3,5 hours from Ninh Binh to drive to Pu Luong Nature Reserve, with a short break on the way.
5 hours • Admission ticket free
2
11:30 AM: Arrival at Pu Luong Nature Reserve. Check-in at the hotel and enjoy lunch. 13:30 - 14:00 PM: Followed by a leisurely trek through Pu Luong trails. Explore terraced rice paddies, rolling hills, and local villages. Interact with locals, learn about their daily lives, and witness traditional activities. Visit a local spring for a refreshing break and observe local craftsmanship, including stilt house construction. Have the opportunity to experience local cuisine and culture in a traditional village. 16:30 - 17:00 PM: Return to your hotel to enjoy the swimming pool and dinner.
Day 2
Silk-weaving, Waterwheels, Rafting, Floating Lunch, Hieu Waterfall (B,L,D).
2 stops
3
08:00 -08:30 AM: We will pick you up at your hotel, your guide will pick you up and take you to Lan Village through rice fields and mountains. Visit a Thai household, see silk weaving from cocoon to textile, and try weaving your own silk. Next, Chieng Lau Village, where you will witness traditional farming practices and the ancient waterwheels in action. 10:00 AM: Set out on a scenic 4km trek from Chieng Lau to Cham Stream. Along the way, stop at a traditional local house to experience genuine hospitality and immerse yourself in the region culture. 10:45 AM: Arrive at Cham Stream for a Bamboo rafting adventure. Relax as you float through lush forests, rice fields, and charming villages. (Bring a swimsuit and towel if the weather is warm.) 11:30 AM: Enjoy a delicious lunch on the bamboo raft.
5 hours • Admission ticket free
4
In the afternoon, depending on weather conditions, seasonal factors, natural scenery at the time of travel, and other objective circumstances, one of the following experiences will be arranged: Option 1 or Option 2. Option 1: Hieu Waterfall – Relax at this serene waterfall, a perfect retreat after hiking. Surrounded by lush greenery, the waterfall offers a peaceful atmosphere to unwind and enjoy nature. OR Option 2: Kho Muong Trekking & Bat Cave Visit – Enjoy a scenic trek through Kho Muong village and the surrounding countryside, combined with a visit to Bat Cave, one of the most impressive natural caves in the area, known for its limestone formations and natural scenery. Returning to your lodge in Pu Luong Nature Reserve by 4:00 PM
Day 3
Cycling, Cooking Class, Buffalo cart ride
2 stops
5
08:00 – 08:30: We will pick you up at your hotel and head to the Bamboo Bridge over the Ma River. Enjoy scenic views and see local artisans at work. Cross the bridge and cycle through Chieng Ai Village. Visit local families, learn about rice wine production, and taste homemade rice wine. Explore a traditional home, hear historical stories, and join a Cooking class to enjoy a family-prepared Meal. After lunch, relax before the natural BMW experience, the buffalo cart ride. The buffalo, a cherished member of the host family, will take you to where the car awaits, sharing the region culture and hospitality.
5 hours • Admission ticket free
6
Old Quarter
13h00 – 13h30: Say goodbye to the fabulous Pu Luong Nature Reserve and Take the bus back to Ha Noi or Ninh Binh. 18h30 – 19h00: Arrival at your Hotel in Ha Noi or 17h00 – 17h30: Arrival at your Hotel in Ninh Bình.
5 hours • Admission ticket free

Additional info

• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• 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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