Hanoi – Mai Chau 2 days 1 night
Leave Hanoi behind for two unhurried days in the green valley of Mai Chau. Stay in a traditional Thai stilt house, enjoy home-cooked meals and set off by bicycle with a map and the freedom to explore at your own pace. Wander through rice fields and villages, slow down over sunset drinks, and experience rural life without a packed itinerary telling you where to be next.
Duration 2 Days 1 Night
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Join-group / Private
Group size depends on the selected tour option
Car
Transportation provided as part of the activity
Cards payment accepted
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English-speaking guide
Guided throughout the experience by a knowledgeable local guide
Hotel pick-up & drop-off
Pickup availability depends on your accommodation location
Highlights
- Escape Hanoi for two unhurried days in the peaceful Mai Chau Valley
- Explore rice fields and Thai villages independently on foot and by bicycle
- Stay overnight in the atmosphere of a traditional Thai stilt house
- Enjoy home-cooked local meals and a sunset drink with your hosts
Full description
Day 1: Hanoi – Mai Chau (L,D)
7:00 AM – Leave Hanoi early in the morning aboard a comfortable limousine bus and watch the city gradually give way to mountains, farmland and the rural landscapes of northern Vietnam. By late morning, arrive at Mai Chau Eco House, where your hosts welcome you with a drink and a home-cooked lunch prepared with local ingredients.
After checking in and taking some time to settle into your new surroundings, the afternoon is yours to explore. Pick up a mountain bike and the map provided by your hosts, then choose where the road takes you. Pedal between rice paddies and vegetable fields, pass through villages of the local Thai community, or venture farther towards a village stream and waterfall. There is no guide setting the pace and no checklist of sights to complete — stop when something catches your eye and return whenever you are ready.
Back at the Eco House, refresh and settle in as the afternoon light fades over the valley. Enjoy a complimentary sunset drink before sitting down to dinner. Spend the night in the peaceful surroundings of a traditional Thai stilt house.
Day 2: Mai Chau – Hanoi (B, L)
The morning begins slowly with breakfast at the homestay. Take a map and wander through the nearby village and countryside on foot, or simply enjoy some quiet time around the house and take in the rhythm of the valley.
Lunch is served at 11:30 AM before your limousine bus collects you at approximately 1:00 PM for the journey back to Hanoi. You should arrive at Hanoi Opera House at around 5:00 PM. End of our service.
Includes
- Round-trip limousine bus between Hanoi and Mai Chau
- 1-night accommodation at Mai Chau Eco House
- Half-day mountain bike rental
- Maps for self-guided cycling and walking
- Meals: 1 breakfast, 2 lunches and 1 dinner
- 1 homemade pre-dinner drink
- Welcome drink on arrival
Excludes
- Optional light trekking with a local guide
- Optional bamboo rafting with local people
- Additional drinks and food not mentioned in the itinerary
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance
- Tips and gratuities
Cancellation Policy
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts
- No refund for cancellations made less than 24 hours before start time
- Full refund or reschedule offered in case of severe weather cancellation by operator
Good to know
- The package includes round-trip transfer by limousine shuttle bus. Pick up and drop-off at the Hanoi Opera House.
- Overnight accommodation is in a traditional wooden Thai stilt house with shared sleeping space. Each guest has their own clean mattress, bedding, mosquito net and fan, separated by curtains for added privacy. There is no air conditioning. Clean shared bathroom and toilet facilities are located separately from the sleeping area.
- Maps are provided for your cycling and walking explorations, giving you the freedom to choose your own route and pace. Optional light trekking with a local guide and bamboo rafting with local people can be arranged for a small additional charge.
- Cycling routes can include village lanes, rice fields and rural roads. Comfortable clothing and suitable footwear are recommended.
- Dietary requirements should be advised in advance so the hosts can prepare accordingly.
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