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Mai Chau Valley and Hill Tribes 2 days
Tripcode: VEMCH2D

This trip to the northwest highlands of Mai Chau offers a balance of cultural interest and physical activity, set amongst some of northern Vietnam's most stunning scenery. We trek for one and a half days through villages in Mai Chau and overnight in a White Thai village where we have the opportunity to observe the lifestyle of these minority groups. From the mountainous region of Mai Chau, we travel back to the nation's capital, Hanoi.

--• Private tour, daily departure with French or English speaking guide
--• Full-Board Meals

Day 1: Mai Chau - Pong Cong Village (L,D)

We depart Hanoi and head west toward Hoa Binh City where we stop for refreshments and coffee. Leaving Hoa Binh, we climb toward the Mai Chau valley, about another 1.5 hours away, stopping on the way to take in the spectacular scenery. Following lunch in Mai Chau town, we stroll around the stunning villages of Thai people.

Our hosts for this evening will be the White Thai minority people and we will stay in one of their traditional stilt houses. There, we will be toasted as honoured guests and will be able to sample some of their homemade rice wine! In sampling these people's hospitality, we will discover a little more about their lives and culture following the evening meal. Tonight's accommodation will probably be a little more rustic than your usual accommodations at home.

Day 2: Pong Cong Village - Na Meo - Xo - Lac Village (B,L)

Following breakfast we begin our half-day trek of 15 km in this beautiful valley, going from one village to another.

As we walk, we will encounter the local villagers going about their daily business tilling the fields, logging or herding the buffalo. We reach our destination at Khoe Village. Drive back to Lac Village for lunch. Afterwards we can stroll around the hamlets, before returning back to Hanoi. End of services. (Optional to drive to Hang Kia to visit Flowers and Black Hmong instead of treking to Na Meo Xo, Sam Khoe Village without any surcharge)

Tour price includes:

- All transportation and transfers
- English speaking guide
- Home stay with local family
- Full board meals as indicated in the itinerary
- Admission fees and permits where applicable
- Drinking water during the trek

Tour price exclude:

- International Flights
- International departure tax
- Pre & Post trip accommodation in Hanoi
- Visas and Visa fees
- Personal expenses
- Tips and Gratuities
- Travel Insurance

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