Mai Chau & Duong Lam Ancient Village Tour 3 Days

3 Days 2 Nights

Minimum Age

1
Maximum Age

80
Group Size

2 - 30
Transportation

Private car
Accomodation

Eco lodge or homestay
Best season

All year round
Tour type

Private tour

Overview

This tour begins with a visit to the peaceful Mai Chau Valley, where travelers can enjoy fresh mountain air, lush rice fields, and the unique stilt-house culture of the Thai ethnic people. Gentle walks or cycling through local villages offer an authentic glimpse into daily rural life. The journey then continues to Duong Lam Ancient Village, one of Vietnam’s best-preserved traditional villages, famous for its laterite houses and ancient communal structures. Combining nature and history, this tour is ideal for those seeking cultural experiences and a relaxing countryside escape from Hanoi.

Highlights

Explore the peaceful Mai Chau Valley with its rice fields, stilt houses, and Thai ethnic culture
Enjoy gentle village walks or cycling for an authentic countryside experience
Visit Duong Lam Ancient Village, one of Vietnam’s best-preserved traditional villages
A perfect combination of nature, culture, and relaxation just a short journey from Hanoi

Itinerary

Day
01

Hanoi - Mai Chau

In the morning, depart from Hanoi and travel to the peaceful Mai Chau Valley, enjoying scenic countryside views along the way. Upon arrival, have lunch at a local restaurant and taste traditional dishes of the region. In the afternoon, enjoy a relaxing biking experience through Mai Chau Valley, cycling past rice fields, stilt houses, and local villages to experience the daily life of the Thai ethnic people.

Overnight in Mai Chau.
Day
02

Mai Chau Fullday Trekking

After breakfast, the vehicle takes guests to Van Mai Junction, where an enjoyable walking journey begins toward Mai Hich Village. The trail leads through peaceful countryside, passing rice fields, streams, and traditional villages, offering close-up encounters with the daily life of the Thai ethnic people. Continue walking from Mai Hich to Xam Khoe and Buoc Village, where many old stilt houses are beautifully preserved. At the end of the trek, the vehicle picks up guests and transfers them back to the hotel, concluding a relaxing and authentic Mai Chau experience.

Overnight in Mai Chau.
Day
03

Mai Chau - Duong Lam - Hanoi

After breakfast in the tranquil Mai Chau Valley, guests depart by vehicle for the return journey to Hanoi. Along the way, stop at Duong Lam Ancient Village, a timeless rural settlement known for its laterite houses and centuries-old architecture. Arriving at midday, enjoy a home-cooked lunch at a traditional local house, offering an authentic taste of village life. In the afternoon, stroll through narrow village lanes to visit ancient houses, communal spaces, and the historic Mia Pagoda before continuing the drive back to Hanoi, concluding a culturally rich and relaxing journey.

Includes/Excludes

Private car transfer Hanoi - Mai Chau - Duong Lam - Hanoi
English speaking tourguide
Pick up & drop off at hotel
Entrance fee
Accomodation in Mai Chau
Meal as tour mention
Bike as tour mention
Mineral water & tissues

Excludes

Tip
Personal expense
Insuarance

Deposit & Cancellation Policy

Deposit

+ A 50% deposit is required upon booking confirmation.

+ The remaining 50% must be paid at least 14 days prior to tour departure.

Cancellation

+ Cancellations made at least 14 days before the tour departure are eligible for a full refund.

+ Cancellations made between 14 -7 days before departure will incur a 50% cancellation charge.

+ Cancellations made less than 7 days or no show before departure will be subject to a 100% charge.