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6days /5night
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This trip to the north west highlands of Mai Chau offers a
balance of cultural interest and physical
activities set amongst some of northern
Vietnam’s most stunning scenery. We spend 5
nights in the ethnic hill tribe minority villages
walking an average of 5 hours a day. We trek for
four days through villages in the Mai Chau area
and overnight in White Thai and H’mong villages
where we have the opportunity to observe the lives
of the minority peoples. From the mountainous
region of Mai Chau, we travel back to the capital,
Hanoi. Travelers who prefer to get off the beaten
track often prefer Mai Chau to Sapa.
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Day
1: Hanoi - Mai Chau - Hang Kia Village
We depart Hanoi
at 08:00 heading west to Hoa Binh Province where
we stop for refreshments. From our stop we climb
towards the Mai Chau valley, about another two
hours away, stopping on the way to take in the
spectacular scenery. Following lunch in Mai Chau
town we drive to the White Thai village of Sa Linh
from where we commence a 3-hour trek to the
village of Hang Kia. Our hosts for this evening
will be the H’mong minority people. Whilst
enjoying their hospitality, we will discover a
little more about their lives and culture.
Tonight’s accommodation could probably be a
little more rustic than you would be used to,
however, mattresses, mosquito nets and blankets
are provided.
(Lunch & Dinner included). |
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2: Hang Kia - Van Village
This morning we have a 7-hour trek to Van Village, home of the White
Thai people. The trek will take you through some
unforgettable scenery and provide us with an
opportunity to closely observe rural life in
Vietnam. A picnic lunch will be provided along the
way. Arriving in Van village by mid to late
afternoon there will be time to freshen up at the
community well or take a stroll down to the nearby
stream. Please note that we discourage bathing in
the water as it is also used as a water supply.
Our hosts for this evening will treat us to a fine
meal and stories of life in Van village. They will
also share their home brewed rice wine and toast
our good health and happiness.
(Breakfast, Lunch
& Dinner included)
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Day
3: Van village - Xo Village
After breakfast we spend the morning strolling around the surrounding
villages and meeting villagers along the way.
After a morning's exploring we will return to Van
village for lunch. With lunch finished there will
time for a short siesta or stroll down to the
river before embarking on a 3 hour walk to the
village of Xo (pronounced Soh). Here there will be
an opportunity to freshen up at the communal well
before sunset. This evening following dinner, we
will have the opportunity for more cultural
interaction, before retiring for our second night
in a stilt house.
(Breakfast, Lunch
& Dinner included). |
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Day
4: Xo village – Poong Cong Village
Bidding farewell
to our new friends after breakfast, it is a
five-hour trek from Xo to Poong Cong village where
we have lunch. We have the afternoon free to
wander around the picturesque Thai villages or
maybe wander into Mai Chau town itself. This
evening is spent in Poong Cong village.
(Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner included).
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Day 5: Poong Con Village - Nanh Village
From Poong Cong we drive to the Da
River, 45 minutes from Mai Chau town,
where we board our boat for a one-hour
river cruise. From our drop off point we
have a 2-hour trek to Nanh village,
inhabited by the Zao people. Stopping
for a picnic lunch on the way we will
arrive by mid to late afternoon for our
fifth and final night in the villages.
(Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner included).
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Day
6: Mai Chau
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Bavi
National Park
Departing the
village at around 08:00. We retrace our steps back
to the boat for a cruise back to meet with our
waiting vehicle for the journey to Bavi Mountain
whose three magnificient peaks offer
spectacular views of the Red River Delta. The
primival rain forest of Ba Vi National park
boasts a wide range of flora and fauna. This is
the perfect gateway from the hustle and bustle of
the city and is easily accessible. We visit local
village and temple after our
drive back to Hanoi.
(Breakfast, Lunch included). |
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Tour price
includes:
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English speaking guide
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All transportation and transfers
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All accommodation in Ethnic Minority
homes
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Meals as indication
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Admission fees and permits where applicable
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Drinking water during the trek.
Tour
price excludes:
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Airfares & airport taxes
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Pre/post trip arrangement
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Visa and visa arrangement
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Travel insurance
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Other personal expenses
Trip price:
in USD per
person in the party of 2
US $365 per person
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