3 days
Mai Chau
Step away from Hanoi for three days of village walks, a mountain trek and evenings in Mai Chau. Walk between stilt houses at Pom Coong, share lunch with a local family and follow the countryside towards Hang Kia on the full day out.
With two nights in the valley, there is time to settle into the homestay, enjoy a Thai dinner and dance performance, and leave the final morning free before returning to Hanoi. This is a car-and-walking journey: the full trekking day gives it a more active character than a simple overnight valley escape.
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Your first afternoon is for exploring Mai Chau on foot and seeing village life and local crafts. The evening brings dinner at a Thai house, a traditional dance performance and the chance to join in if you wish.
The second day heads to Xa Linh for the trek through Tra Day towards Hang Kia. Village paths, wooded stretches and rice-field scenery bring a different perspective from the valley floor. The route is discussed with your guide, with walking conditions and your group’s pace in mind.
After a second night in Mai Chau, keep the last morning unhurried. Enjoy the surroundings at your own pace, have lunch, then travel back to Hanoi. Tell us about any onward flight, train or evening plans before booking so the return journey can be coordinated with them.
Explore our Vietnam private tours if you would like to combine this short break with a longer holiday. We can discuss how Mai Chau fits your route without rushing the two nights here.
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The three-day journey starts and ends in Hanoi. Day 1 pickup is planned for 08:00 at your Hanoi hotel. On Day 3, return to Hanoi after lunch in Mai Chau; share your hotel and onward travel plans before booking.
There are two nights in Mai Chau, with homestay accommodation as described in the programme. Your quotation confirms the property, room or sleeping arrangements and bathroom facilities.
On Day 2, travel to Xa Linh and walk towards Tra Day and Hang Kia, passing Hmong communities and mountain countryside. The guide discusses the village-path or more demanding jungle and rice-field route with you according to your fitness and conditions.
Day 1 village walking and Day 3 free time give the trip a relaxed side, but Day 2 includes a trek. Tell us how far you are comfortable walking, your experience on uneven ground and any mobility needs so we can discuss the route before booking.
The included programme uses a car and walking. Cycling is mentioned in older general descriptions but is not part of the three-day itinerary shown here. Ask us to quote a cycling arrangement separately if it interests you.
The base programme focuses on village walks, the Xa Linh–Hang Kia trekking day and time in Mai Chau. Neither cave is an included stop in this itinerary. Tell us if a cave visit is a priority when asking for a tailored quotation.
The tour includes two breakfasts, three lunches and two dinners. Day 1 breakfast is at your own expense. Day 2 lunch is with a local family, and the first evening includes a local Thai dinner and cultural dance performance.
Tell us about allergies, vegetarian preferences and any other dietary needs before booking. We will check suitable meals with the local hosts and confirm the arrangements; menus and ingredients depend on the services booked.
Yes. A local Thai traditional dance show is included on the first evening, alongside dinner. Participation and tasting local wine are optional; you can simply watch and enjoy the atmosphere.
Please share children’s ages and walking experience, along with the adults’ preferred pace. We will discuss whether the planned walking route suits your group or quote an adjustment. Child bicycles or seats are not promised in this walking programme.
Pack comfortable walking shoes with grip, a small day bag, sun protection and a light waterproof layer. A change of clothes and a light evening layer are useful for the two nights away. Ask us about luggage and sleeping arrangements before departure.
Allow for travel insurance, visa or immigration costs where applicable, drinks, personal expenses, tips and services outside the confirmed programme. Single-room, holiday or other accommodation supplements are confirmed in your quotation where applicable. Flights are outside this Hanoi round trip.
Tell us whether you prefer village life, longer walks or a gentler pace. Vietpower Travel can help you choose the right arrangements for your group, with accommodation and included services explained before you book.
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View the Hanoi–Mai Chau village and trekking areas on Google My Maps. Four regional markers show orientation only; your guide confirms the walking path and transfers.
Highlights
| By Day | Transfer | Destinations | Activities | Meals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Hanoi, Mai Chau | Travel to Mai Chau | L, D | |
| Day 2 | Mai Chau | Explore Mai Chau | B, L, D | |
| Day 3 | Mai Chau, Hanoi | Free time to relax | B, L |
Your guide and driver meet you at your Hanoi hotel around 08:00. Have breakfast before pickup, then leave the city by private air-conditioned vehicle for Mai Chau.
Arrive in Pom Coong Village for lunch, then explore the village surroundings on foot. See stilt houses, local crafts and everyday life at a walking pace, with your guide helping you understand what you encounter.
In the evening, enjoy a local Thai dinner at a Thai house and a traditional dance performance. You are welcome to join in or watch. Tasting the local rice wine is optional. Spend the night in Mai Chau.
Meals: Lunch and dinner. Overnight: Mai Chau.
After breakfast, meet your guide and travel to Xa Linh Village. Begin the trek towards Tra Day, passing Hmong communities and the surrounding countryside.
Discuss the walking route with your guide. The programme offers a village route or a more demanding jungle and rice-field route towards Hang Kia. Terrain and weather can affect the day, so let us know your walking experience and preferred pace before booking.
Have lunch with a local family, then return to your Mai Chau homestay around 15:00 as planned. Relax after the walk and enjoy dinner before the second night in the valley.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner. Overnight: Mai Chau.
After breakfast, enjoy free time in the Mai Chau Valley. Take in the surroundings at your own pace and prepare for the journey back.
Have lunch, then say goodbye to Mai Chau and return to Hanoi by road. Share your Hanoi drop-off details and onward travel plans before booking so arrangements can be confirmed for your group.
Meals: Breakfast and lunch. No overnight accommodation is included tonight.
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Bring comfortable walking shoes with grip, a small day bag, sun protection and a light waterproof layer. Pack for two nights in Mai Chau, with a light extra layer for evenings and a change of clothes after the trek. Field colours and visibility vary with the season and weather.
The second day is a trek, with village paths and a more demanding jungle and rice-field option. Tell us about your walking experience, preferred pace, mobility needs and children’s ages before booking so we can discuss suitable arrangements.
This base programme uses a car and walking. Bicycles, child seats, cave visits and a fixed trek distance are not promised. Your guide coordinates the day with the route and conditions available.
The programme includes two nights in Mai Chau. The quotation confirms the property, sleeping arrangements, bathroom facilities and any supplements. Tell us about room preferences and dietary requirements early so we can check them with the local hosts.
The first evening includes a Thai cultural dance show and dinner. Joining the dance or tasting local wine is optional. Visits take place in living communities, so follow your guide’s advice and ask before photographing people or entering homes.
Day 1 pickup is planned for 08:00 at your Hanoi hotel. The return drive is after lunch on Day 3. Share your hotel address and any onward travel plans before booking so timings and drop-off can be coordinated.
Chat with us on WhatsApp or email our travel team with your dates and group size.
Illustrative archive photography: Hang Kia walking and Hang Kia village © Greg Willis, CC BY-SA 2.0; Mai Chau meal © Motbit, CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and compressed only; each remains under its stated license. Landscapes and meals vary by season and arrangements.
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