NORTHERN VIETNAM
Hanoi’s best days out.
The 7 mai chau tours worth planning a day around in Hanoi and the north. What each one includes, what it costs, and who runs it.
Small-group Mai Chau to Pu Luong tour with homestay meals, cycling, cave and cave villages, wild swims, and motorbike waterfall hot spring days.
Most Popular“Unforgettable experience. The title corresponds 100% to the experience !”
2-day Hanoi-to-Mai Chau-to-Pu Luong trek with rice terrace views, cycling, Thai homestay culture, and a guided Pu Luong village hike.
“It was absolutely worth it. The first day we rode among the villages by bicycle. It was a wonderful experience because although there are tourists the area is not yet a mass tourism destination. Tom, Our local guide, was very good at explaining many details of rice cultivation and the villages and people of Mai…”
Shared bus and cycling in Mai Chau with Thung Khe Pass views, Thai village weaving, a short trek, and a guide like Tan.
“The routes were varied and scenic, and Tan explained everything along the way, which made the experience even more meaningful. We met local people, stayed in their homes, and got a real sense of their daily life. It was such an authentic and unforgettable experience. I highly recommend the 3-day trek — especially with Tan…”
A full day from Hoa Binh to Mai Chau with a pass panorama stop, Muong market vibes, a village lunch, and easy cycling through Thai villages.
“Mai Chau is a very beautiful place, perfect for visitors to enjoy the scenery and relax. There are many fun and meaningful community tourism activities to join. Highly recommend!”
A full-day cycling trip from Hanoi into Mai Chau Valley: mountain passes, White Thai lunch, village rides, and big valley views.
“Very good day in Mai Chau. The stop on the road for the view could be removed as it was of little interest and would have been better to spend more time cycling through the rice fields from village to village. The same goes for the bus breaks (there and back), which were too long…”
Cycle rice-field lanes and swim Tat Nang waterfall, then soak in Phu Mau hot springs on a 2D1N nature escape from Hanoi.
“The perfect weekend away from the city. We loved exploring by bicycle on the first day with a kind and helpful guide. The homestay was welcoming, clean, friendly and comfortable - with delicious food too! We enjoyed reading and relaxing in the hammocks. Our highlight was touring by motorbike on the second day. Our guide,…”
Cycle from Hanoi to Mai Châu for mountain views, White Thai villages, and a homestay lunch—plus a quick pass on brocade craft.
“great insight into a traditional Vietnamese village and way of life.”
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