Day 1: Hanoi - Mai Chau (L, D)
Upon arrival in Mai Chau valley you will check into the lodge and have a brief orientation to the facilities and activity options (such as nature walks, cycling, and visiting hill tribe villages). Dinner will be served accompanied by a traditional dance performance by the local Thai people.
Day 2: Mai Chau - Hang Kia Village (B, L, D)
Following breakfast in Mai Chau town, you will be driven to the Hmong village of Sa Linh from here commence a three hour hike to the village of Hang Kia. Overnight in a village homestay at Hang Kia .
Day 3: Hang Kia - Van Village (B, L, D)
Today get truly off the beaten track as you trek (approx. 6-7 hours) through tropical rainforest, using the local tracks and passing through cornfields as you descend into Mai Chau Valley. Arrive at Van village by late afternoon. Van is home to the Thai people and spend the night here in a traditional house .
Day 4: Van Village - Mai Chau Lodge (B, L, D)
After breakfast, continue to walk (approx. 2 hours) to Xam Khoe village where a vehicle will transport you to Mai Chau Lodge for rest and relaxation in comfort .
Day 5: Mai Chau Lodge - Nanh Village (B, L, D)
From the lodge drive to the Da River and take a short boat ride to visit this beautiful village of Dzao ethnic minority. Enjoy a picnic lunch and return to the lodge in the early afternoon. There is the option to relax in the lodge grounds. Overnight in Mai Chau lodge.
Day 6: Mai Chau - Hanoi (B)
Breakfast provided in Mai Chau and then depart to Hanoi mid-morning
