Mai Chau Countryside Biking & Homestay: 4-Night Rural Escape | 4 Nights and 5 Days Vietnam Package
- Transfer Included
- Stay Included
- Meals Included
- Sightseeing Included
Overview
Discover a slow-paced, authentic Vietnam tour package that immerses you in the limestone valleys, rice terraces and warm hospitality of northern Vietnam. This Vietnam Adventure tour package is ideal for travelers seeking a relaxed yet active 4-night experience in the countryside—perfectly positioned for those searching for a 4 and 5 Vietnam Adventure tour package option that balances biking, cultural exchange, and scenic exploration.
Highlights:
- Biking through rice terraces and quie...
Itinerary
Arrival and Transfer to Mai Chau
Pick-up from Hanoi (Old Quarter or airport) in the morning and enjoy a scenic 3–4 hour drive through karst landscapes to Mai Chau. On arrival check in to your traditional Thai homestay in Lac Village. After a light lunch, take a gentle orientation biking loop (approx. 6–12 km) to stretch legs and visit nearby stilt houses and rice paddies. Evening welcome dinner with the host family and an introduction to local culture.
Tip: Wear comfortable shoes for the short village walk; helmets and bikes are provided.
Full-Day Countryside Biking: Rice Terraces & Villages
After breakfast, set out on a guided full-day bike route across rice terraces, small hamlets and country lanes. Explore Pom Coong Village, Van Village, and lesser-known footpaths that reveal panoramic valley views. Enjoy a picnic lunch in a scenic spot and meet local farmers. In the late afternoon return to the homestay for a traditional home-cooked dinner.
Activity level: Moderate (mixed gravel and paved roads). E-bikes available on request.
Local Market Visit, Cultural Encounters and Hidden Valley Ride
Early start to visit a nearby local market (timing depends on market day) to experience daily village life and sample local snacks. Continue with a guided bike ride into a quieter hidden valley to visit an ethnic family's house, learn about weaving or rice farming, and enjoy a light trek to a nearby viewpoint or small waterfall. Evening free to relax or join a cultural performance depending on the homestay schedule.
Important: Market days vary; if there is no market that day, we replace it with an extended village exploration and craft workshop.
Pa Coong Trail and Village Workshops
Today's ride follows quieter farm tracks to the Pa Coong viewpoint and surrounding trails. Stop for photos and a picnic lunch with valley views. In the afternoon join a hands-on workshop — weaving, bamboo craft or a simple cooking class — hosted by local artisans. Spend the evening at leisure in the homestay, enjoying sunset views over the paddy fields.
Tip: Carry a light rain jacket in wet season; trails can be slippery after rain.
Morning Ride, Farewell and Return to Hanoi
Enjoy a final short morning ride through the village for last photos and goodbyes. After breakfast, transfer back to Hanoi with a stop at a scenic viewpoint near Hoa Binh for a coffee and photos. Arrival in Hanoi early afternoon; drop-off at your hotel or the airport marks the end of the package.
Note: Transfers and timing can be adjusted to fit flight schedules.
Inclusions
What's included:
- 4 nights accommodation in a traditional Thai homestay (shared twin/double)
- Meals: 4 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 4 dinners as specified
- Round-trip transfers Hanoi ↔ Mai Chau by private vehicle
- Guided biking activities with an English-speaking local guide
- Bikes, helmets, and basic repair kit (e-bikes on request at extra cost)
- Entrance fees and village activity fees
- Local cultural workshops and picnic lunches
- All local taxes
This package is ideal for those searching a Vietnam Adventure tour package or Vietnam Adventure package focused on culture and light adventure.
Exclusions
What's not included:
- International flights and airport taxes
- Vietnam entry visa and visa-on-arrival fees
- Travel insurance and personal expenses
- Tips/gratuities for guides and drivers
- Single-room supplement for private homestay room requests
- Optional e-bike surcharge, additional activities not listed, or peak-season surcharges
Please advise any dietary restrictions or mobility concerns at booking.
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