The Northwestern part of Vietnam is one of the most interesting and beautiful areas of South East Asia. Vietnam is home to 54 ethnic groups and the northwestern part of the country is an exciting place to see the lives, customs and cultures of some of Vietnam’s ethnic minorities. In this part of the country the minorities still dress in their traditional colorful clothing – especially the women. Each minority group has its own distinct color and style of dress. On the Northwest tour you will both do a minority trek and stay with some of the tribes in the Mai Chau and Son La area and explore some of the country’s most spectacular scenery and home to many distinct hill tribes.
Tour code: NWT 15
Tour Itinerary:
Day 1: Ha Noi - Mai Chau Valley - Home stay
Day 2: Mai Chau - Son la
Day 3: Son La - Dien Bien Phu
Day 4: Dien Bien Phu Battlefield - Muong Lay
Day 5: Dien Bien Phu - Ha Noi
Tour Detail:
Day 1: Ha Noi - Mai Chau Valley - Home stay (L, D)
8:00 A.M Pick up from your hotel and hit the road through the infamous traffic of Hanoi. Heading towards Hoa Binh Province, we pass through passes and valleys then wind our way downhill to Mai Chau valley. We will spend the afternoon to walk around the two connecting villages, learn more about the ethnic Thai people and finally experience their. Enjoy dinner followed by traditional dances and a taste of the local rice wine, an experience in itself. Sleep well in Home stay, preparation for tomorrow.
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Day 2: Mai Chau - Son La (B, L, D)
After breakfast at local family- departure for Son La. Stop over on the half way in Moc Chau town. Taste the special Sweeten Milk Cake. Arrive in Son La at the afternoon. Visit the Prison Museum in Son La which remains as a poignant reminder of the inequities of the former French colonial rule. Dinner and sleep at the Cong Doan Hotel.
Day 3: Son La - Dien Bien Phu (B, L, D)
Breakfast at hotel then drive to the colorful market of Thuan Chau. Visit blue H’mong village at Pha Din Pass, lunch in Tuan Giao before making our way to Dien Bien Phu. It was here that that French planned to lure the Viet Minh, led by Ho Chi Minh into the valley by sending of general Giap who somehow managed to place the Vietnamese artillery on the surrounding ridges, overnight in Muong Thanh Hotel.
Day 4: Dien Bien Phu Battlefield - Muong Lay ( B, L, D)
On this day you spend the whole morning to visit some special old war places such as A1, C1 hill, De Castres's bookie and Muong Thanh airfield. Our tour guide will tell you details about the campaign against the French in 1054. Come back to hotel, have lunch and depart for Muong lay at the afternoon.
Day 5: Dien Bien Phu - Ha Noi (B, L)
After breakfast, check out hotel and go back to Hanoi. Keep your heath for the long distance to go back to Hanoi (About 500 km). Have lunch in Son La. Arrive in Hanoi at the late afternoon. Check in the hotel. Tour end
The facts…
Climate
From July to September, the climate is usually humid and hot.
From October to June brings cooler and more pleasant weather.
Transport
- Vehicle.
Tour Guides
Our experienced and friendly Tour Guide(s) speak excellent English or French.
They are extremely knowledgeable about local cultures, history and the environment.
Meals
- 4breakfasts.
- 5 lunches.
- 4 dinners.
We choose local ingredients, typical of the way people eat in the area, at local restaurants, markets or homes.
We also cater for Vegetarians but please request this at time of booking.
Accommodation
- Home stay (1 night)
- Hotel (3 nights).
Tour price includes
+ Private door-to-door pick-up & -off services.
+ All private transfer and transportation
+ Hotels
+ Experienced English or French speaking guide.
+ Meals as stated in the itinerary (B: Breakfast ; L: Lunch ; D: Dinner)
+ All sightseeing tickets.
+ No extra charge after confirmation
+ 24/7 hotline support guaranteed
Tour price excludes
+ Personal expenses, tips and gratuities
+ Travel insurance
+ Beverage
+ Other services not mentioned above.
What to take
+ 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...
Have a good journey!
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