Pu Luong Trekking & Rafting Trip 3 days 2 nights

Day 1: Hanoi – Phu Luong Nature Reserve - Water wheels walk and rafting (L, D)

07:30 am: The guide and driver will pick you up at your hotel and transfer to Pu Luong. Driving by road via a  breathtaking mountain pass giving you a panoramic view of the whole valley. You arrive at your accommodation in time for a delicious lunch, followed by free time to explore the beautiful retreat, with its captivating panoramic views and tranquil setting. Arrive in Pu Luong Nature Reserve, check in hotel.

After lunch, you will transfer to visit 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 with is team. Float along the calm river and enjoy the views, in between learning how to paddle and steer your handcrafted rafts.

Arriving at scenic Tan Lap bridge, you disembark to be transferred back to Pu Luong Natura for dinner.

Day 2: Enthralling trekking routes (B, L, D)

AM: Start early to descend into the beautiful valley facing the village where you walk around tumbling rice terraces. Trek through small paths shrouded in vegetation to slowly reveal a picturesque village sitting at the base of a towering mountain. Your camera will not be able to sit still!

Continuing to the base of the valley, you weave between roads and farmland, villages and wild fields, ponds and rivers, mountains and open land. Savour the ever-changing scenery as you trek to a beautiful spot to enjoy a simple picnic lunch.

PM: After enjoying delicious food, you have free time to explore the refreshing water to the nearby river, before moving to our pick up point to be transferred back to your hotel.

Day 3: Village life and the community - Hanoi (B, L)

AM: You have the chance to get close to village life and interact with locals living in the hills above the resort. Glimpse at daily life, walk around working farmland and rice fields, and learn about making weaving colourful textiles, followed by lunch at local restaurant.

Pick up by driver then transfer back to Hanoi. On the way, visit the sacred fish stream in Cam Luong. This place is well known for a special kind of fish that populate the stream. It’s called a sacred fish for the many mysterious stories created around this special creature. Continue travelling to Hanoi, check in your hotel in the late afternoon. End of tour.

Services Included

• Two nights of accommodation based on double or twin sharing.
• Two nights in a handpicked 4-star eco-retreat, boutique resort or premium mountain lodge in Pu Luong for the Premium 4-Star Trekking and Rafting Version.
• Two nights in a verified 5-star-standard property where available, or the best available luxury villa, boutique eco-retreat or premium mountain resort in Pu Luong for the Prestige Luxury Retreat Version.
• Private air-conditioned vehicle with a professional driver throughout the three-day journey.
• A comfortable seven-seat private vehicle for four travellers or a private minibus for five to six travellers, subject to luggage requirements.
• Private pick-up and drop-off at a centrally located hotel in Hanoi according to the confirmed itinerary.
• Private road transfers from Hanoi to Pu Luong, Pu Luong to Cam Luong and Cam Luong to Hanoi.
• Private local vehicle transfers to and from scheduled trekking and rafting starting and finishing points.
• English-speaking licensed tour guide throughout the itinerary.
• Local trekking support during scheduled village walks and nature trails when required.
• Two breakfasts, three lunches and two dinners as mentioned in the itinerary.
• Picnic lunch during the full-day trekking program.
• Entrance fees and sightseeing tickets for all scheduled attractions mentioned in the confirmed itinerary.
• Guided walk to the Cham River suspension bridge and traditional bamboo water wheels.
• Introduction to traditional bamboo irrigation channels and local farming methods.
• Traditional bamboo rafting experience on the confirmed river section.
• Life jackets and basic safety equipment for the included rafting activity.
• Full-day guided trek through rice terraces, farmland, village paths, ponds, streams and forested valleys.
• Scheduled river or stream rest during the trekking program, subject to weather and safety conditions.
• Guided village walk and cultural interaction with local Thai and Muong communities.
• Introduction to traditional textile weaving according to the confirmed village program.
• Entrance fee and scheduled visit to Cam Luong Sacred Fish Stream.
• Bottled drinking water and tissues during private road transfers.
• Fuel, road tolls, parking fees and driver expenses for the included transportation.
• Local taxes and service charges for all included ground arrangements.
• 24/7 local assistance during the journey.

Services Not Included

• International flights to and from Vietnam.
• Domestic flights requested as part of a customised extension or modified itinerary.
• Accommodation in Hanoi before the tour begins or after the tour ends.
• Airport transfers in Hanoi unless specifically included in the confirmed quotation.
• Vietnam visa stamping fee or e-visa fee, if applicable.
• Personal travel insurance, including medical, trekking, rafting, cancellation, emergency evacuation and baggage coverage.
• Drinks, alcoholic beverages, minibar, laundry, spa treatments, telephone calls and personal expenses.
• Meals not clearly mentioned in the confirmed itinerary.
• Single room supplement or an additional room required for an odd-numbered group unless included in the confirmed quotation.
• Early check-in and late check-out at the resort unless specifically included.
• Room upgrades, suites, private pool villas or premium room categories unless requested and confirmed.
• Kayaking unless specifically included in the confirmed program.
• Private or exclusive bamboo-raft charter arrangements unless specifically confirmed.
• Optional spa treatments, wellness programs, cooking classes, cultural workshops or additional resort activities.
• Private porter services during trekking activities.
• Trekking poles, specialised hiking equipment, personal rainwear and footwear.
• Additional four-wheel-drive vehicles, motorbike transfers or special transportation not stated in the confirmed itinerary.
• Tips for guides, drivers, rafting staff, porters, hotel staff and local service providers.
• High-season, rice-harvest season, weekend, Christmas, New Year, Lunar New Year or Vietnamese public-holiday supplements, if applicable.
• Additional costs caused by adverse weather, landslides, road closures, trekking restrictions, rafting suspension or force majeure events.
• Additional transportation, meals or accommodation required because of unexpected road, weather or safety conditions.
• Any service not clearly listed under “Services Included”.