Adventure to Mu Cang Chai Rice Fields 3 days 2 nights
Tour Overview
Embark on a 3-day, 2-night adventure to the stunning Mu Cang Chai rice fields in northwest Vietnam. This tour, best experienced in late September and early October, offers a unique opportunity to capture the breathtaking beauty of the rice terraces in Yen Bai province, 350 km from Hanoi. Begin your journey in Hanoi's Old Quarter, explore the ancient village of Duong Lam, and stay overnight in a traditional White Thai homestay in Nghia Lo. Enjoy a scenic bicycle ride through paddy fields, traverse the dramatic Khau Pha Mountain Pass, and visit the vibrant Nam Co Village. Conclude your trip with a relaxing morning in Mu Cang Chai before returning to Hanoi. This tour includes meals, accommodation, private transfers, and an English-speaking guide. ...more ...less
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Hanoi - Nghia Lo
Location: Nghia Lo
Accommodation Name: White Thai homestay
Meals Included: Lunch, Dinner
You will leave Hanoi from the Old Quarter and travel for about 2 hours to Duong Lam, an ancient village which has been recognized as a cultural and historical site in need of protection by UNESCO since 2006. The houses here date back 100-400 years and are surrounded by temples and gardens that were built in honour of two kings who became renowned national heroes by repelling a Chinese invasion roughly 1200 years ago. Here you will spend 2-4 hours exploring the village and taking in the sights before being served lunch at a local restaurant.
Continuing with your tour, you will be driven through the rural countryside, slowly moving from flat landscapes littered with rice paddies to giant karst formations surrounded by tea and maize plantations as you gain altitude. Eventually you will reach the village of Nghia Lo, where you will stay the night in a traditional White Thai homestay built on stilts.
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Day 2 : Nghia Lo - Mu Cang Chai
Location: Mu Cang Chai
Accommodation Name: Thai Homestay
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
You will rise early and go on a bicycle ride amongst the paddy fields, basking in the peaceful morning ambiance. The mornings begin early for the villagers who can be seen quietly working in the fields surrounded by ducks, chickens, pigs and buffaloes.
Breakfast will then be served in the open air overlooking the fields before you check out and set off over the dramatic Khau Pha Mountain Pass. The rice fields of Tu Le along the way are spectacular and will fill you with wonder.
After lunch in a local restaurant, you will continue your drive to Nam Co Village where you will get to see the Flower H'mong ethnic minority wearing their colourful traditional costumes. If your trip falls on the correct day, we will also take you for a visit to the fascinating local market.
Finally, we will drive you to La Pan Tan and Mam Soi where you can enjoy a short walk (roughly 3 km each way) up the hill and be rewarded with beautiful views of the surrounding rice fields before heading back down to Kim Noi village and overnight at a local Thai Homestay run by the lovely Mrs Chon.
Physical activity: trek of 3 km
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Day 3 : Mu Cang Chai - Hanoi
Location: Hanoi
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
After breakfast at the homestay you are free to spend the rest of the morning at your leisure, enjoying the beautiful scenery of the valley or just relaxing with the family at the homestay. Once you’ve had lunch we will drive you back to Hanoi where it will be time to say our farewells.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch
What's Included
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Meals
2x Breakfast, 2x Dinner, 3x Lunch
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Accommodation
Accommodation included: 2 nights
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Private Transportation
Private door-to-door pick-up and drop-off services
What's Not Included
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Personal Expenses
Personal expenses, tips, and gratuities
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Travel Insurance
Travel insurance
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International Flights
International flight and taxes
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Beverages
Beverages
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Other Personal Expenses
Other personal expenses: drinks, souvenirs, etc.
Requirements
• Pack essentials, including light comfortable clothes suitable for outdoor activities, comfortable walking shoes. Take a small day pack for hiking and trekking.• It is essential to bring your passport on this trip. We also recommend packing: insect repellent, sun cream, raincoat and sun hat...
Please Note
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- Dress code is formal
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
- Hotel pickups commence prior to this time, you must contact the local service provider to verify your exact pickup time.
- All flight times are approximate and subject to change due to weather conditions and weight restrictions.
Mode of Transport
Travel in comfort with private door-to-door pick-up and drop-off services, including all private transfers and transportation throughout the tour.Accommodation
Enjoy two nights in traditional White Thai homestays built on stilts, offering an authentic cultural experience in Nghia Lo and Kim Noi village.Check out our Q&As
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What kind of accommodation can I expect during the tour?
You will stay in traditional White Thai homestays built on stilts in Nghia Lo and a local Thai Homestay run by Mrs. Chon in Kim Noi village.
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What meals are included in the tour?
The tour includes 2 breakfasts, 3 lunches, and 2 dinners.
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What activities are included on the second day of the tour?
On the second day, you will go on a bicycle ride amongst the paddy fields, drive over the Khau Pha Mountain Pass, visit Nam Co Village to see the Flower H'mong ethnic minority, and take a short trek up the hill in La Pan Tan and Mam Soi.
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Is there any physical activity involved in the tour?
Yes, there is a 3 km trek on the second day of the tour.
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What should I pack for the tour?
You should pack essentials including light comfortable clothes suitable for outdoor activities, comfortable walking shoes, a small day pack for hiking and trekking, your passport, insect repellent, sun cream, a raincoat, and a sun hat.
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Are there any special requirements or notes for this tour?
Yes, confirmation will be received at the time of booking, the tour is not wheelchair accessible, a vegetarian option is available if advised at the time of booking, the dress code is formal, and this is a private tour with only your group participating. You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
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What is the starting and ending location of the tour?
The tour starts in Nghia Lo and ends in Hanoi.
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What is the best time to visit Mu Cang Chai for this tour?
The best time to visit Mu Cang Chai is in late September and the beginning of October when the rice crop is coming.
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Mr Linh's Adventures requires a minimum deposit of 30% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 7 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of mr linh's adventures charges.
Up to 16 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 15 days before tour starts: Forfeit 55% of booking price.
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Adventure to Mu Cang Chai Rice Fields 3 days 2 nights
3 Days Starting in Nghia Lo, Vietnam and ending in Hanoi, Vietnam
Visiting: Nghia Lo, Mu Cang Chai, Hanoi
Tour operator:
Tour code:
147956
Group Type:
Private
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Age range:
5-
