Discover the beauty and exotic cultures of Vietnam’s highlands with an overnight visit to Mai Chau. Only a few hours from Hanoi, this area is filled with towering limestone karsts, green mountains and lush fields yet is rarely visited by tourists. Spend a night with a hill tribe family and take light hikes in the area as you immerse yourself in the wonders of Mai Chau Valley on this Northern Vietnam tour.

Set off from Hanoi and drive northwest toward Mai Chau. The scenery changes dramatically from cityscapes to flatlands and finally entering the towering mountains of the northwest. Arriving in picturesque Mai Chau you will be treated to a delicious lunch while soaking in the magnificent scenery.

Be prepared for an incredible experience with a family from the local Thai hilltribe. Spend the afternoon in their village and the evening in their stilted house. Witness a performance of the traditional songs and dance, join the family for dinner and enjoy an evening immersed in age-old cultures. It is guaranteed to be a highlight of any Vietnam tour.

Awake for breakfast with your host family and enjoy the tranquil morning atmosphere of the village. A light trek through the valley will take you past endless fields and through the shadows of the limestone karts. Should you be fortunate enough to be here on a Sunday, add a visit to the Green Hmong hilltribe market to your Vietnam package tour.

Have your cameras ready as you drive back to Hanoi. As the car reaches the top of Mai Chau Valley you will have the most spectacular views encountered on your Vietnam tour. Descend to the flat roads and return southwards to the capital.

Experiencing hill tribe life and the breathtaking scenery of Mai Chau, this Vietnam package tour is crafted to show the best of the north’s beauty. Requiring little travel time, it is the perfect escape from Hanoi or extension to a Vietnam tour.