Departing at 8h30am from Hanoi for three and a half hour journey through Hoa Binh
Town, then gradually climb the beginning of the Truong Son Mountain Range to Man
Duc Town, a town with spectacular karst scenery. Upon arrival in Lac Village, Mai
Chau, we will be greeted by friendly White Thai family. You will have a chance to
communicate with Thai minority people and enjoy a simple lunch with them - The Thai
has their own language, dress, customs, usages and singular blend of belief, worship
and myth. After lunch, we will do a two and a half hour trek to three White Thai
villages of La Poon, La Thia and Poom Coong. On the way, it is great to see hill
tribes in the mountainous area with breathtaking view. We can visit local families
and enjoy some local lifestyle here that is famous for their hospitality. In the
afternoon, we get back to Lac Village for refreshment and overnight at Thai home.
Option: In the evening, enjoy the performance of the minority dances and drink Ruou
Can
After breakfast, we start a 2 hour trekking to Van Village, one of the most beautiful
villages in Mai Chau area. There you can see a spectacular scenery of mountain,
forest, waterfall and rice paddies combined. And continue to Xo, Na Meo if wishing
before transfer to Mai Chau Lodge for lunch. Rest of the time, you are free to enjoy
the facilities available at the lodge.
Overnight at Mai Chau lodge
After breakfast, depart to Hanoi mid-morning.