DAY 1: HANOI – PU LUONG With Cave visit & Scenic Rice Fields (Lunch, Dinner)
07:00 AM: Picking up at your hotel in the Old Quarter area, 4-hour highway drive without heavy traffic.
10:00 AM: Stopping for a 15-minute rest break halfway through the journey, enjoying picturesque village landscapes along the way.
12:00 PM: Arriving at Pu Luong Nature Reserve, having lunch at a local restaurant, check-in at your reserved room (standard check-in time 14:00) and relax at your own pace.
01:30 PM: Transferring to the Meeting Point and commence a 10km trek, exploring Kho Muong, an isolated village surrounded by a valley and the largest cave in Pu Luong, using off-road trails via streams and mountains and departing from the village and head to scenic Bang village to discover remote houses with beautiful terrace fields, then returning to the hotel and relax by 05:00 PM.
DAY 2: PU LUONG Enchanting 19km Off-Road Trekking (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
09:00 AM: Meeting and greet our local guide at the meeting point, getting ready for a 5 KM hike, the accent is Don village famed for breathtaking paddy fields, from there, following peaceful village paths to discover Quan and Uoi – scenic and less-traveled villages tucked away from the crowds. Next, you visit Lan village, a special place where the authentic life of the Thai ethnic minority still be alive. This is the only village that has preserved its traditional weaving craft despite the changes of modern life. You will witness how locals still make their fabrics by hand.
Continuing the trek with another 3KM into the hidden part of Lan village, where people live humble with nature. Observe their daily activities and immerse yourself in the simplicity of rural life. Then, walk through lush jungle paths to reach Long Village, where you will visit a duck farm raising Co Lung ducks – the Pu Luong’s finest duck. These ducks are bred, hatched, and raised here, known for their exceptional taste and recognized by the Intellectual Property Office of Vietnam with a Geographical Indication certificate.
Lunchtime: Refreshing break by the waterfall
A car (or bicycle if pre-booked) will take you 6KM along village roads to reach Hieu Village. From here, take a short walk to a local restaurant nestled next to Hieu Waterfall. Enjoy a delightful lunch with the soothing sounds of water and nature all around you.
Afternoon: Waterfall exploration & return journey
After lunch, taking your time to swim and unwind in the largest waterfall of Pu Luong Nature Reserve – an unforgettable moment in crystal-clear waters then, continuing your walk to explore the upper part of Hieu Village, a more remote area, before gradually following the stream down to the main road. Enjoy scenic views of surrounding mountains and small scattered homes – glimpses of local life along the way.
Note: Guests who ride bicycles will follow the main roads after lunch and time at the waterfall, visiting some villages along the way before returning to the starting point.
You can expect a car pickup between 3:30 – 4:00 PM, arriving back at the hotel by 4:30 PM for some well-deserved relaxation. Say goodbye to your guide and end the tour.
Evening: Culinary exploration and leisure
Enjoying a herbal foot soak, happy hours. At 7:00 PM, savor a delicious dinner, and then you’re free to enjoy the evening at your own pace. This marks the end of an enchanting day in Pu Luong.
DAY 3: PU LUONG – HANOI Village Life With Water Wheels & Rafting (Breakfast, Lunch)
07:00 AM: Enjoying breakfast and prepare for the day’s activities. Be ready by 8:30 AM.
08:45 AM: Transferring to Ban Cong and starting a 2.5km walk, cross a suspension bridge to reach one of Pu Luong’s most scenic villages, where the largest stream flows through, along the river, admiring stunning landscapes, rice fields, and village life, seeking for the giant water wheels, a remarkable creation of Vietnam’s mountainous ethnic minorities.
Arriving at Chieu Lau dam and embark on a bamboo rafting experience, paddling the raft upstream with locals and have fun.
10:00 AM: The raft lands on the other side of the river. Embark on another 2km trek through rice fields and villages, completing a loop trail. Meet the transfer at the main road and return to your hotel for check-out by 11:30 AM and enjoying lunch.
01:00 PM: Preparing for the bus journey back to Hanoi, time to arrive at your hotel in Hanoi by 6:30 PM.
Timing and distances are measured from Puluong Excursions’ meeting point at Don Village, detailed timelines will be provided by the tour operator based on your actual location before departure.
