7.30 – 8.00: Be picked up from your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter and depart for Mai Chau valley. Step off the city after an hour’s drive, you will be amazed by the beauty of emerald-green hills which confirm that the hustle and bustle city is left behind.
Passing the Thung Khe Pass, you reach Mai Chau flag tower around 11:00. We stop here for a spectacular view of Mai Chau Valley, refresh yourself, take photos and fill-up your lungs with fresh-air.
After the break at the peak of the tower, we go straight to your homestay, Mai Chau with Love Homestay, and be welcomed by a local guide and friendly homestay host. While enjoying a welcomed drink, your guide will brief your trip itinerary. He then shows you how local people make traditional textile production. You would try to be a local person and learn how to weave as a Thai person.
After some time to acquaint yourself with the villagers, your authentic lunch will be served by a local family of the White Thai Tribe.
You then check in at your homestay and enjoy a rest before cycling in the afternoon.
14.00: Embark on a cycling tour to explore the charming villages and rice paddy fields, and get a glimpse into the vibrant culture and traditional customs of White Thai and H’mong people as well as the way of their lives.
(The electric car is always available with an additional surcharge in case you prefer not to cycle)
16.30: Conclude your cycling tour at the homestay. You can then unwind and appreciate the sunset landscape of Mai Chau Valley at your leisure before having dinner.
After dinner, indulge yourself in a specially traditional performance by villagers, where you can dance and share “happy water” with the hospitable locals.
Overnight at Mai Chau with Love Homestay in a shared stilt house.
(A private bungalow is available with an additional surcharge.)
