10–12 hours
Guided in English
Instant confirmation
Mobile ticket

Highlights

A perfect one-day escape from Hanoi for nature lovers, this tour invites you to experience the stunning landscapes and vibrant ethnic culture of the Mai Chau Valley. Enjoy a variety of activities such as cycling through peaceful villages and taking part in a traditional handicraft workshop. Hosted with warmth and hospitality by a local Thai family, the journey offers genuine cultural connections and unforgettable moments. Don’t miss this chance to create lasting memories of your holiday. All you need to do is relax and enjoy—we’ll take care of your comfort.

Inclusions

What's included

Use of bicycle
Lunch
Air-conditioned vehicle
Landing and facility fees
Snacks

What's not

All other expenses not mentioned above

Itinerary

7:30 Pickup at 17 P. Cầu Gỗ, Hàng Bạc, Hoàn Kiếm in the Old Quarter
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7:30. Departing from the 17 Cau Go , we'll leave the city behind and pass through a craggy, mountainous landscape to Mai Chau valley. The road climbs to almost 800 meters before dropping steeply down into the valley passing through picturesque rocky outcrops and with views of rice fields hidden in the deep valleys below. 10:30. We arrive at Mai Chau, where we will be welcomed by your hosts and enter a world of new customs and traditions.
3 h
11:00. Following a tour briefing we will cycle to Na Phon village through the rice fields, along narrow lanes until we reach a weaving workshop. We will learn the White Thai traditional weaving, dyeing, embroidery techniques and experience a hands-on natural dyeing workshop hosted by a Thai lady. The products that you make are yours to take with you along with fond memories of time spent with beautiful people. Snacks will be served during the workshop. Hoa Ban Social Protecting Center was created in 2008 with the purpose of supporting disadvantaged and disabled women while maintaining the traditional handicraft customs of the White Thai ethnic group in Mai Chau, Vietnam. This center is a part of the "Keep It Beautiful Vietnam" project, which aims to empower the women & girls in minority weaving villages in Vietnam. This is also a platform to promote sustainable textile fabrics and products with high quality, environmental and social values.
5 h
13:30. Returning to your Homestay we will enjoy a lunch of Mai Chau specialties delicately prepared by your host family. In the afternoon, we’ll hop on bicycles and start cycling. Depending on the weather and your wishes, your local guide will suggest suitable cycling routes. There are many beautiful cycling trails in Mai Chau valley which take you through quaint villages, rice and cropping fields. Along the way, you can stop at any time to catch beautiful moments of nature or talk to a friendly villager.
2.5 h
16:00. We’ll go back to your homestay and have tea before saying goodbye to your host, then head back to Hanoi and arrive at around 19:30. End of the trip.
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Cancellation

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

Know before you go

Pickup: Pickup is included for everyone.
Ticket type: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group size: Up to 15 travellers
Operated by: Dragon Tourist

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
We can accommodate dietary restrictions such as vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, etc. If you have dietary requirements, please indicate it to the special requirements at the time of booking.

How it compares in Hanoi

Its from-price is 111% above the median of the 2545 day trips we list in Hanoi.
Its length is typical for the group.

About Hanoi

Hanoi, Vietnam's capital, mixes lakeside temples, French colonial boulevards and an Old Quarter where street food and scooters fill every lane.

The Old Quarter's narrow streets, each once devoted to a single trade, sit just north of Hoan Kiem Lake, where the red Huc Bridge leads to the Temple of the Jade Mountain. Wander at dawn to see tai chi by the water, or after dark when the pavements fill with food stalls and low plastic stools.

Top-ranked sights in Hanoi: Ha Long Bay, Hanoi Old Quarter, Long Bien Bridge (Cau Long Bien).

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