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Tour Overview
Embark on a 3-day, 2-night adventure to the stunning Mu Cang Chai rice fields in northwest Vietnam. This tour, best experienced in late September and early October, offers a unique opportunity to capture the breathtaking beauty of the rice terraces in Yen Bai province, 350 km from Hanoi. Begin your journey in Hanoi's Old Quarter, explore the ancient village of Duong Lam, and stay overnight in a traditional White Thai homestay in Nghia Lo. Enjoy a scenic bicycle ride through paddy fields, traverse the dramatic Khau Pha Mountain Pass, and visit the vibrant Nam Co Village. Conclude your trip with a relaxing morning in Mu Cang Chai before returning to Hanoi. This tour includes meals, accommodation, private transfers, and an English-speaking guide.
Highlights
This 3-day adventure to Mu Cang Chai takes you to visit the most beautiful rice terrace valleys in the northwest of Vietnam
Visit Duong Lam, an ancient village recognized as a cultural and historical site by UNESCO
Explore the rural countryside, transitioning from flat landscapes with rice paddies to karst formations surrounded by tea and maize plantations
Enjoy a bicycle ride amongst the paddy fields in Nghia Lo, experiencing the peaceful morning ambiance
Drive over the dramatic Khau Pha Mountain Pass and marvel at the spectacular rice fields of Tu Le
Visit Nam Co Village to see the Flower H'mong ethnic minority in their colorful traditional costumes
Take a short trek to La Pan Tan and Mam Soi for beautiful views of the surrounding rice fields
Relax and enjoy the beautiful scenery of the valley at a local Thai Homestay in Kim Noi village
Itinerary
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You will leave Hanoi from the Old Quarter and travel for about 2 hours to Duong Lam, an ancient village which has been recognized as a cultural and historical site in need of protection by UNESCO since 2006. The houses here date back 100-400 years and are surrounded by temples and gardens that were built in honour of two kings who became renowned national heroes by repelling a Chinese invasion roughly 1200 years ago. Here you will spend 2-4 hours exploring the village and taking in the sights before being served lunch at a local restaurant.
Continuing with your tour, you will be driven through the rural countryside, slowly moving from flat landscapes littered with rice paddies to giant karst formations surrounded by tea and maize plantations as you gain altitude. Eventually you will reach the village of Nghia Lo, where you will stay the night in a traditional White Thai homestay built on stilts.
Meals:Lunch, Dinner
Day 2
:
Nghia Lo - Mu Cang Chai
Location: Mu Cang Chai
Accommodation Name: Thai Homestay
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
You will rise early and go on a bicycle ride amongst the paddy fields, basking in the peaceful morning ambiance. The mornings begin early for the villagers who can be seen quietly working in the fields surrounded by ducks, chickens, pigs and buffaloes.
Breakfast will then be served in the open air overlooking the fields before you check out and set off over the dramatic Khau Pha Mountain Pass. The rice fields of Tu Le along the way are spectacular and will fill you with wonder.
After lunch in a local restaurant, you will continue your drive to Nam Co Village where you will get to see the Flower H'mong ethnic minority wearing their colourful traditional costumes. If your trip falls on the correct day, we will also take you for a visit to the fascinating local market.
Finally, we will drive you to La Pan Tan and Mam Soi where you can enjoy a short walk (roughly 3 km each way) up the hill and be rewarded with beautiful views of the surrounding rice fields before heading back down to Kim Noi village and overnight at a local Thai Homestay run by the lovely Mrs Chon.
Physical activity: trek of 3 km
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Day 3
:
Mu Cang Chai - Hanoi
Location: Hanoi
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
After breakfast at the homestay you are free to spend the rest of the morning at your leisure, enjoying the beautiful scenery of the valley or just relaxing with the family at the homestay. Once you’ve had lunch we will drive you back to Hanoi where it will be time to say our farewells.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch
What's Included
Meals
2x Breakfast, 2x Dinner, 3x Lunch
Accommodation
Accommodation included: 2 nights
Private Transportation
Private door-to-door pick-up and drop-off services
Transfers
All private transfer and transportation
Guided Tour
English speaking guide as per program
Entry Fees
Entry/Admission - Mu Cang Chai
Bottled Water
Bottled water provided
No Extra Charges
No extra charge after confirmation
What's Not Included
Personal Expenses
Personal expenses, tips, and gratuities
Travel Insurance
Travel insurance
International Flights
International flight and taxes
Beverages
Beverages
Other Personal Expenses
Other personal expenses: drinks, souvenirs, etc.
Requirements
• Pack essentials, including light comfortable clothes suitable for outdoor activities, comfortable walking shoes. Take a small day pack for hiking and trekking. • It is essential to bring your passport on this trip. We also recommend packing: insect repellent, sun cream, raincoat and sun hat...
Please Note
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
Dress code is formal
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Hotel pickups commence prior to this time, you must contact the local service provider to verify your exact pickup time.
All flight times are approximate and subject to change due to weather conditions and weight restrictions.
Mode of Transport
Travel in comfort with private door-to-door pick-up and drop-off services, including all private transfers and transportation throughout the tour.
Accommodation
Enjoy two nights in traditional White Thai homestays built on stilts, offering an authentic cultural experience in Nghia Lo and Kim Noi village.
Check out our Q&As
What kind of accommodation can I expect during the tour?
You will stay in traditional White Thai homestays built on stilts in Nghia Lo and a local Thai Homestay run by Mrs. Chon in Kim Noi village.
What meals are included in the tour?
The tour includes 2 breakfasts, 3 lunches, and 2 dinners.
What activities are included on the second day of the tour?
On the second day, you will go on a bicycle ride amongst the paddy fields, drive over the Khau Pha Mountain Pass, visit Nam Co Village to see the Flower H'mong ethnic minority, and take a short trek up the hill in La Pan Tan and Mam Soi.
Is there any physical activity involved in the tour?
Yes, there is a 3 km trek on the second day of the tour.
What should I pack for the tour?
You should pack essentials including light comfortable clothes suitable for outdoor activities, comfortable walking shoes, a small day pack for hiking and trekking, your passport, insect repellent, sun cream, a raincoat, and a sun hat.
Are there any special requirements or notes for this tour?
Yes, confirmation will be received at the time of booking, the tour is not wheelchair accessible, a vegetarian option is available if advised at the time of booking, the dress code is formal, and this is a private tour with only your group participating. You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
What is the starting and ending location of the tour?
The tour starts in Nghia Lo and ends in Hanoi.
What is the best time to visit Mu Cang Chai for this tour?
The best time to visit Mu Cang Chai is in late September and the beginning of October when the rice crop is coming.
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Reviews of this operator
John Aldo Albanese Jr
USA
Experience the Highlights of Central Vietnam
26-Feb-2024
Absolutely a Great Deal!
The journey was very interesting, the guides and driver were excellent!
Very informative, kind and knowledgeable!
I was debating whether to do a tour or not....so happy I did.
All hotels were outstanding, tour hub definitely went above and beyond to help me out
John Aldo Albanese Jr
USA
Experience the Highlights of Central Vietnam
26-Feb-2024
Absolutely a Great Deal!
The journey was very interesting, the guides and driver were excellent!
Very informative, kind and knowledgeable!
I was debating whether to do a tour or not....so happy I did.
All hotels were outstanding, tour hub definitely went above and beyond to help me out
Mr Linh's Adventures requires a minimum deposit of
30%
or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 7 days before departure.
Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of mr linh's adventures charges.
Up to 16 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 15 days before tour starts: Forfeit 55% of booking price.
At 2 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
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