PU LUONG NATURE RESERVE

In local Thai language, Pu Luong means “the highest summit of the village”. With the pristine forested hills, immense valleys of stunning terraced rice fields & poetic villages, majestic waterfall and imposing mountain ranges, Pu Luong is a naturally wonderful destination, off-beaten-path place with many exciting activities to relax and reconnect with nature.

JOURNEY HIGHLIGHTS

Meeting friendly local ethnic Thai & Muong, getting to know their unique lifestyle & culture

Contemplating the beautiful and impressive landscape

Experiencing bamboo rafting and stunning water wheels

Conquering the scenic trekking route in the nature reserve

Relaxing and throwing your stressful work away at Pu Luong Retreat

TOUR INCLUSION

Private transportation with air-conditioned

Carefully selected cozy and comfortable accommodation

Meals listed in the itinerary and purified water bottles 

Expert English-speaking tour guide

Entrance fees at sightseeing points

Service charges 

*3-Day tour to Pu Luong is available also, please contact us for more detailed. 

Itinerary

  • Code: HAN210205
  • Duration: 2 Days - 1 Night Tour
  • Type: Classic Highlights
  • Price: From 330$/pax
  • Starting Point: HANOI
  • Ending Point: HANOI

1st day : WATER WHEELS AND RAFTING

You enter Pu Luong Nature Reserve by road via a breathtaking mountain pass giving you a panoramic view of the whole valley. Arrive at Pu Luong Retreat in time for delicious lunch, followed by free time to explore the beautiful retreat, with its captivating panoramic views and tranquil setting.

You will be transferred to a suspension bridge over the Cham River, where you begin your walk-in search of stunning water wheels. Get up close to each wheel and discover how water is moved from river to handmade bamboo aqueducts via simple constructions of all sizes.

Arriving at a local fisherman’s house, you have a short rest to gear up for the bamboo river rafting. Float along the calm river and enjoy the views, in between learning how to paddle and steer your handcrafted rafts.

Back to Pu Luong Retreat for dinner.

2nd day : UOI VILLAGE – LAN VILLAGE

Take a common and easy walk around the most beautiful valley of rice terraces in front of the Retreat.

We start to descend into the beautiful valley facing the Retreat where you walk around tumbling rice terraces. Walk through small paths shrouded in vegetation to slowly reveal a picturesque Uoi village sitting at the base of a towering mountain.      

Continue walk down hill to Uoi village then on to Lan village. We will visit a local family where we can learn about their traditional brocade weaving. Walk through the rice paddies again to get back to the main road to the car pick-up point.

End your journey in Pu Luong and transfer you back to Hanoi.