Puluong Retreat
Pu Luong Retreat provides a refreshing escape from the crowds only 160km - 4 hour drive from Hanoi. With magnificent mountain ranges, stunning rice terrae fields, scenic rivers and waterfalls, breathtaking mountain passes and remote traditional villages,
Tour brief
- Option 1 : 2 days 1 night
- Option 2 : 3 days 1 night
PRICE AND BOOKING
| Tours & Packages | 2 pax | 3-4 pax | 5-6 pax | From 7 pax | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 days 1 night | 2 pax$110 | 3-4 pax$95 | 5-6 pax$85 | From 7 pax$75 | Tour Enquiry |
| 3 days 2 nights | 2 pax$145 | 3-4 pax$132 | 5-6 pax$122 | From 7 pax$110 | Tour Enquiry |
Itinerary
Pu Luong Retreat is Located in Thanh Hoa Province and about 15 kms from Mai Chau. It provides a refreshing escape from the crowds only 160km - 4 hour drive from Hanoi. With magnificent mountain ranges, stunning rice terrae fields, scenic rivers and waterfalls, breathtaking mountain passes and remote traditional villages, Pu Luong is truly a microcosm of Northern Vietnam. 9 comfortable bungalows, 1 traditional stilt house with 16 comfy beds, an open air restaurant with nice cuisine, infinity pool, spa area and rock garden are all at your disposal in Pu Luong Retreat to discover the hidden details, built by hand from the ground up, with meticulous attention. We are now running 3 day and 2 day tour to this place:
Puluong Retreat for 2 Days 1 night
Day 1: Hanoi - Puluong: Water wheels walk and rafting | 2.5 km easy walk – 1.5 hours | 2 km rafting – 1.5 hours
8h00 : You will be picked up at your hotel and transferred to Puluong, You enter Pu Luong Nature Reserve 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.
PM: You will be transffed to 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 rafting adventure with Dinh and his 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 Retreat for dinner.
Day 2: Puluong - Hanoi : Enthralling trekking routes | 4 km easy walking – almost 3 hours
Morning : Start early to descend into the beautiful valley facing the Retreat 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. Then you will be transferred back to Puluong Retreat for lunch.
After lunch, leave for Hanoi, arrive in Hanoi around 17h00. end of the tour
8h00 : You will be picked up at your hotel and transferred to Puluong, You enter Pu Luong Nature Reserve 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.
PM: You will be transffed to 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 rafting adventure with Dinh and his 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 Retreat for dinner.
Day 2: Puluong - Hanoi : Enthralling trekking routes | 4 km easy walking – almost 3 hours
Morning : Start early to descend into the beautiful valley facing the Retreat 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. Then you will be transferred back to Puluong Retreat for lunch.
After lunch, leave for Hanoi, arrive in Hanoi around 17h00. end of the tour
Puluong Retreat for 3 Days 2 nights
Day 1: Hanoi - Puluong : Water wheels walk and rafting | 3 km easy walk – 1.5 hours | 1 km rafting – 1 hours
8h00 : You will be picked up at your hotel and transferred to Puluong, You enter Pu Luong Nature Reserve 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.
PM: You will be transffed to 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 Dinh and his 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 Retreat for dinner.
Day 2: Puluong Enthralling trekking routes | 19 km easy walking – 6 hours
Morning : Start early to descend into the beautiful valley facing the Retreat 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.
Afternoon: 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 the Retreat.
Day 3: Puluong - Hanoi : Village life and the community | 3 km easy walk – 2 hours
Morning : You have the chance to get close to village life and interact with locals living in the hills above the Retreat. Glimpse at daily life, walk around working farmland and rice fields, and learn about making weaving colourful textiles, followed by lunch at the Lodge.
After lunch, leave for Hanoi, arrive in Hanoi around 17h00. end of the tour
8h00 : You will be picked up at your hotel and transferred to Puluong, You enter Pu Luong Nature Reserve 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.
PM: You will be transffed to 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 Dinh and his 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 Retreat for dinner.
Day 2: Puluong Enthralling trekking routes | 19 km easy walking – 6 hours
Morning : Start early to descend into the beautiful valley facing the Retreat 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.
Afternoon: 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 the Retreat.
Day 3: Puluong - Hanoi : Village life and the community | 3 km easy walk – 2 hours
Morning : You have the chance to get close to village life and interact with locals living in the hills above the Retreat. Glimpse at daily life, walk around working farmland and rice fields, and learn about making weaving colourful textiles, followed by lunch at the Lodge.
After lunch, leave for Hanoi, arrive in Hanoi around 17h00. end of the tour
Inclusions
- Private room with ensuite (for Bungalow)
- All activities are mentioned in specific itineraries
- Entrance and Sightseeing fees
- Full board:
- 2 day itinerary : 2 lunches, 1 dinners, 1 breakfasts
- 3 day itinerary : 3 lunches, 2 dinners, 2 breakfasts
- River rafting
- Free Wi-Fi at Pu Luong Retreat
- Welcome drink
- 2 bottles of water in rooms daily
Exclusions
- Land transfer Hanoi - Pu Luong - Hanoi:
- River kayaking: 25 US$ / 1 guest / kayak
- Drinks, Gratuities and other personal expenses
- English/French speaking guide
Hotels
Valley View Bungalow at Pu Luong Retreat
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