3 Days from Hanoi: Mu Cang Chai Trekking, Hidden Trails & Authentic Local Life

07:30 AM – Depart from Hanoi’s Old Quarter with our local expert for an unforgettable three-day journey. Along the way, enjoy scenic stops to stretch your legs, snap breathtaking photos, and soak in the fresh countryside air.

12:00 PM – Arrive in Nghĩa Lộ, Yên Bái Province, and savor a traditional lunch at a charming local restaurant.

02:00 PM – Continue to Tú Lệ, famous for its picturesque rice fields, tranquil hot springs, and authentic ethnic villages. Take part in hands-on farming experiences such as rice planting or harvesting alongside Thai and Mong communities, learning about their daily life and rich traditions.

05:00 PM – Check into a cozy wooden stilt-house homestay nestled in the lush Tú Lệ Valley.

06:30 PM – Enjoy a delicious dinner of local specialties, followed by a warm cultural exchange with the villagers. The evening is yours to relax and unwind.

06:00 AM – Wake up to the crisp mountain air and enjoy a hearty local breakfast.

08:00 AM – Begin a gentle trek through Lim Mong and Lim Thai villages, surrounded by mesmerizing rice terraces. Meet friendly locals, learn traditional farming methods, and capture unforgettable photographs.

10:00 AM – Travel through Khau Pha Pass, one of Vietnam’s legendary Four Great Passes. Stop at prime viewpoints for panoramic shots of the terraced valleys and paragliding sites.

12:00 PM – Arrive in Mù Cang Chải. Check into a traditional homestay and indulge in a lunch made with fresh regional produce.

02:00 PM – Trek through Che Cú Nha and La Pán Tẩn, home to Vietnam’s most iconic rice terraces. Chat with H’mong farmers, observe their agricultural techniques, and try your hand at planting rice.

06:30 PM – Savor a dinner crafted by a skilled Thai chef, highlighting the distinctive flavors of the northwest.

08:00 PM – Gather by the fire for a cultural exchange featuring traditional dances and storytelling before retiring to your stilt-house accommodation.

07:00 AM – After breakfast, head to Horseshoe Hill in Sang Nhu Village, offering sweeping views of golden rice terraces, especially spectacular during harvest season.

11:00 AM – Stop in Nghĩa Lộ (or Tú Lệ) for a final lunch of regional specialties. Reflect on the journey’s highlights as you travel back to Hanoi.

05:30 PM – Arrive in Hanoi and return to your hotel, wrapping up a remarkable adventure through Vietnam’s breathtaking landscapes and vibrant cultures.