PU LUONG NATURE RETREAT
Tour Introduction
Escape into the tranquil landscapes of Pu Luong, where emerald rice terraces, forested mountains and traditional villages create an idyllic retreat in northern Vietnam. This two-day journey offers a refreshing blend of gentle outdoor adventures and authentic rural encounters, far from the bustle of the cities. Travel through peaceful valleys by foot and bicycle, meet local communities and experience the simple rhythms of life among the rice fields.
Tour Highlights
- Walk through the spectacular rice terraces and peaceful valleys of Pu Luong.
- Experience traditional rural life through bamboo rafting, cycling and visits to local villages.
- Discover centuries-old water wheels and the distinctive landscapes of northern Vietnam.
ITINERARY
- Day 1 HANOI – PU LUONG – RICE TERRACE WALK & BAMBOO RAFTING
Leave Hanoi behind and travel south-west towards the peaceful mountain landscapes of Pu Luong Nature Reserve. After arriving, enjoy lunch before setting out on a gentle walk through lush rice terraces, forested hills and traditional villages, with spectacular views unfolding along the valley. Continue to a local stream and experience bamboo rafting, a simple yet memorable way to appreciate the surrounding countryside from the water. As the afternoon fades, settle into your accommodation and enjoy a relaxed evening surrounded by the quiet beauty of Pu Luong.
Service includes: private air-conditioned vehicle, English-speaking guide, lunch, dinner, accommodation, rice terrace walking experience, bamboo rafting, entrance fees, bottled water.
- Day 2 PU LUONG VILLAGES – CYCLING & WATER WHEELS – HANOI
Wake to the fresh mountain air and peaceful sounds of rural Pu Luong before setting out by bicycle through the surrounding villages and rice fields. Ride along quiet country paths, passing traditional stilt houses, terraced fields and everyday scenes of local life. Stop to discover the ingenious bamboo water wheels traditionally used to bring water from the streams to the rice terraces, gaining an insight into the sustainable practices that have shaped life in the valley for generations. After lunch, begin the scenic journey back to Hanoi.
Service includes: breakfast, bicycle, English-speaking guide, village cycling experience, water wheel visit, lunch, private air-conditioned vehicle, entrance fees, bottled water.
Tour Map
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Ha Noi -
Pu Luong
Private Transport
All tours include private, air-conditioned vehicles driven by professional, uniformed drivers. Vehicle type is assigned based on group size:
Good to Know
- English-speaking local guide throughout
- Multi-day tours: local guides at each destination
- Deep storytelling rooted in history & tradition
- Regional & local specialities at every meal
- Western food available on request
- Dietary requirements? Let us know when booking
- Under 4: Free (max 1 child/booking)
- Age 4 to under 10: 50% of tour price
- Age 10+: Full adult price
- Under 16 must travel with an adult
Tour Map
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Ha Noi
-
Pu Luong
Good to Know
- English-speaking local guide throughout
- Multi-day tours: local guides at each destination
- Deep storytelling rooted in history & tradition
- Regional & local specialities at every meal
- Western food available on request
- Dietary requirements? Let us know when booking
- Under 4: Free (max 1 child/booking)
- Age 4 to under 10: 50% of tour price
- Age 10+: Full adult price
- Under 16 must travel with an adult
