Official Programme
2 Days 1 Nights
Discover Pu Luong 3 Days 2 Nights
Overview
Embark on a 3- day journey through Pu Luong Nature Reserve, starting with a trek through terraced rice paddies and local villages, where you’ll engage with the welcoming community and learn about their traditions. Discover the region’s beauty on day two, cycling through Chieng Ai Village, riding buffalo carts, and rafting along jungle streams. On your final day, trek to ancient waterwheels, enjoy a Bamboo rafting adventure, and savor a floating lunch amid scenic landscapes. With comfortable accommodation and guided experiences, this tour blends culture, nature, and adventure. This tour is perfect for nature lovers, adventure seekers, and those looking to immerse themselves in the rich culture and history of Vietnam. Whether you’re trekking in Pu Luong, this journey promises memories that will last a lifetime.
Official package prices
| Package | Price / person | Room | Single surcharge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard | $219 | Homestay in Pu Luong | $20/ Night |
| Deluxe | $239 | Eco Lodge in Pu Luong | $25/ Night |
| Premium | $259 | Eco Resort in Pu Luong | $35/ Night |
Children’s rates
- 0 – 5 years old: One child in this age group can join the tour free of charge. Transportation costs $18 USD per way for a private seat on the Car transfer. This child will share a bed with their parents. For each additional child in this age group, the cost is 50% of the adult price, including transportation.
- 6 – 9 years old: 75% of the adult price, with an extra bed provided.
- 10 years and older: 100% of the adult price, with an extra bed provided.
Please note: For safety reasons, the itinerary may change due to force majeure, such as
natural disasters, epidemics, or as required by local authorities or the tour operator.
Package options
Highlights
- Local House
- Rice fields
- Silk Village
- Cooking Class
- Buffalo cart ride
- Hieu Waterfall
- Bamboo Rafting
- Water Wheels
- Traditional silk-weaving experience
- Scenic village trekking
- Traditional waterwheels
- Cycling through local villages
What to expect 3-day itinerary
1 Day 1 Ha Noi/ Ninh Binh - Pu Luong Trekking Cultural Interaction (L,D).
06:40 – 06:50 – Pick up from your hotel in Hanoi's Old Quarter, or 08:00–08:30 from Ninh Binh, and transfer to Pu Luong Nature Reserve with a short break along the way.
11:30 – 13:30 – Arrive at Pu Luong, check in at the hotel, and enjoy lunch.
13:30 – 16:30 – Trek through terraced rice paddies, rolling hills, and peaceful local villages. Interact with local residents, learn about their daily lives and traditions, visit a local spring, and discover traditional craftsmanship, including stilt-house construction and local cuisine.
16:30 – 17:00 – Return to the hotel and enjoy free time at the swimming pool.
2 Day 2 Silk-weaving, Waterwheels, Rafting, Floating Lunch, Hieu Waterfall (B,L,D).
08:00 – 08:30 – Pick up from the hotel and travel through rice fields and mountains to Lan Village. Visit a Thai household to learn about traditional silk weaving and try weaving your own silk. Continue to Chieng Lau Village to observe traditional farming practices and ancient waterwheels, then trek 1–2 km to Cham Stream, stopping at a traditional local house along the way.
10:45 – 11:30 – Enjoy a bamboo rafting adventure along Cham Stream, floating through lush forests, rice fields, and charming villages.
11:30 – 13:00 – Enjoy lunch on the bamboo raft amid the peaceful natural scenery.
13:00 – 16:00 – Depending on weather and seasonal conditions, relax at Hieu Waterfall or trek through Kho Muong Village and visit Bat Cave.
16:00 – Return to the lodge in Pu Luong Nature Reserve.
3 Day 3 Cycling, Cooking Class, Buffalo cart ride (B,L)
08:00 – 12:30 – Pick up from the hotel and head to the Bamboo Bridge over the Ma River. Cross the bridge and cycle through Chieng Ai Village, visit local families, learn about traditional rice wine production and taste homemade rice wine, explore a traditional house, listen to local historical stories, and join a cooking class with a local family.
12:30 – 13:00 – Enjoy a traditional buffalo cart ride before departing from Pu Luong. 13:00–17:00/
18:30 – Transfer back to Ninh Binh or Hanoi.
17:00 – 17:30 – Arrive at your hotel in Ninh Binh.
18:30 – 19:00 – Arrive at your hotel in Hanoi. Tour ends.
What's included
- Private room with Wi-Fi and access to a shared swimming pool based on double occupancy.
- Shared car transportation with an experienced driver.
- Lunch on Day 1, Day 2, Day 3 and Dinner: Day 1, Day 2.
- Bamboo rafting experience with an onboard lunch included.
- Visits to local houses, waterwheels, Hieu Waterfall and farms.
- Guided tours with English-speaking local guides.
- Trekking in the village.
- Bottled water on tour.
- Cooking class.
- The buffalo cart ride.
- Entry fees.
- 8% VAT (Government tax).
- Drinks, tips, personal expenses.
- Insurance.
Good to know
- Children's rates0 - 5 years old: One child in this age group can join the tour free of charge. Transportation costs $18 USD per way for a private seat on the Car transfer. This child will share a bed with their parents. For each additional child in this age group, the cost is 50% of the adult price, including transportation.
6 - 9 years old: 75% of the adult price, with an extra bed provided.
10 years and older: 100% of the adult price, with an extra bed provided. - Please noteFor safety reasons, the itinerary may change due to force majeure, such as natural disasters, epidemics, or as required by local authorities or the tour operator.
- SourceOfficial tour programme supplied by the operator.
About the operator
A trusted local operator specialising in private, tailor-made journeys across Vietnam & Indochina, with 24/7 on-trip support.
Package details
Itinerary
06:40 – 06:50 – Pick up from your hotel in Hanoi's Old Quarter, or 08:00–08:30 from Ninh Binh, and transfer to Pu Luong Nature Reserve with a short break along the way.
11:30 – 13:30 – Arrive at Pu Luong, check in at the hotel, and enjoy lunch.
13:30 – 16:30 – Trek through terraced rice paddies, rolling hills, and peaceful local villages. Interact with local residents, learn about their daily lives and traditions, visit a local spring, and discover traditional craftsmanship, including stilt-house construction and local cuisine.
16:30 – 17:00 – Return to the hotel and enjoy free time at the swimming pool.



08:00 – 08:30 – Pick up from the hotel and travel through rice fields and mountains to Lan Village. Visit a Thai household to learn about traditional silk weaving and try weaving your own silk. Continue to Chieng Lau Village to observe traditional farming practices and ancient waterwheels, then trek 1–2 km to Cham Stream, stopping at a traditional local house along the way.
10:45 – 11:30 – Enjoy a bamboo rafting adventure along Cham Stream, floating through lush forests, rice fields, and charming villages.
11:30 – 13:00 – Enjoy lunch on the bamboo raft amid the peaceful natural scenery.
13:00 – 16:00 – Depending on weather and seasonal conditions, relax at Hieu Waterfall or trek through Kho Muong Village and visit Bat Cave.
16:00 – Return to the lodge in Pu Luong Nature Reserve.



08:00 – 12:30 – Pick up from the hotel and head to the Bamboo Bridge over the Ma River. Cross the bridge and cycle through Chieng Ai Village, visit local families, learn about traditional rice wine production and taste homemade rice wine, explore a traditional house, listen to local historical stories, and join a cooking class with a local family.
12:30 – 13:00 – Enjoy a traditional buffalo cart ride before departing from Pu Luong. 13:00–17:00/
18:30 – Transfer back to Ninh Binh or Hanoi.
17:00 – 17:30 – Arrive at your hotel in Ninh Binh.
18:30 – 19:00 – Arrive at your hotel in Hanoi. Tour ends.



* The itinerary may change depending on traffic and weather conditions.
What's included
- Private room with Wi-Fi and access to a shared swimming pool based on double occupancy.
- Shared car transportation with an experienced driver.
- Lunch on Day 1, Day 2, Day 3 and Dinner: Day 1, Day 2.
- Bamboo rafting experience with an onboard lunch included.
- Visits to local houses, waterwheels, Hieu Waterfall and farms.
- Guided tours with English-speaking local guides.
- Trekking in the village.
- Bottled water on tour.
- Cooking class.
- The buffalo cart ride.
- Entry fees.
- 8% VAT (Government tax).
- Drinks, tips, personal expenses.
- Insurance.
Good to know
- Confirmation Within 24 hours of your enquiry.
- Cancellation Free cancellation up to 24 hours before departure.
- Pick-up Hotel pick-up in the city centre is included.
- Children 0–2 free (no seat); 3–7 child rate.


