7-Day Discovering Northeast Vietnam

Day 1: Hanoi Arrival

• Arrive in Hanoi and explore the Old Quarter with its narrow streets, colonial architecture, and lively markets.

• Taste famous local street foods such as pho, bun cha, and egg coffee.

• Visit Hoan Kiem Lake and Ngoc Son Temple, a peaceful historic site in the city center.

Day 2: Hanoi → Mai Chau

• Travel to Mai Chau Valley, surrounded by lush rice fields and mountains.

• Visit Thai ethnic villages, discover traditional stilt houses, handicrafts, and local lifestyle.

• Take a short bike ride through the rice fields and enjoy a home-cooked lunch.

• Evening free to relax or watch a traditional dance performance. Overnight in a homestay.

Day 3: Mai Chau → Pu Luong Nature Reserve

• Explore Pu Luong Nature Reserve, famous for terraced rice fields, waterfalls, and rich biodiversity.

• Trekking ranges from easy walks to moderate hikes through forests and grasslands.

• Visit remote Thai and Muong villages, learn about traditional weaving and farming practices. Overnight in an eco-lodge or guesthouse.

Day 4: Pu Luong → Moc Chau

• Visit Moc Chau Plateau, known for its tea plantations, flower valleys, and cool climate.

• Explore Dai Yem Waterfall, local dairy farms, and enjoy fresh milk and yogurt.

• Walk along scenic roads and optional short trek to nearby ethnic villages. Overnight at a 3★ hotel in Moc Chau.

Day 5: Moc Chau → Son La → Dien Bien Phu

• Drive through Son La, a mountainous province with rich ethnic culture.

• In Dien Bien Phu, visit the historical battlefield, Museum of Dien Bien Phu, and A1 Hill.

• Explore local markets to see handicrafts made by ethnic minorities. Overnight at a 3★ hotel in Dien Bien Phu.

Day 6: Dien Bien Phu → Ha Giang

• Scenic drive to Ha Giang City, passing terraced fields, rivers, and mountains.

• Evening free to explore Ha Giang town or its night market. Overnight at a 3★ hotel.

Day 7: Ha Giang → Dong Van → Hanoi

• Drive through Ma Pi Leng Pass, one of Vietnam’s most spectacular mountain roads.

• Explore Dong Van town and visit local Hmong villages with traditional stone houses and terraced landscapes.

ESTIMATED COST (USD)

Notes:

• Costs may vary depending on hotel choice and season.
• Optional dinners, souvenirs, and extra activities not included.