• Day 1 HANOI – NGHIA LO – MU CANG CHAI

  Lunch

  Dinner

  05:30: The bus and tour guide will pick you up at the Hanoi Opera House to start your journey to Mu Cang Chai, Yen Bai. On the way, you will stop for breakfast at Ba Vi, the end of the Thang Long Avenue.

  08:30: Visit and take photos at Thanh Son Tea Hill to capture the beautiful scenes of the lush tea fields shrouded in early morning mist. Workers picking tea and farmers cycling slowly through the misty paths will provide picturesque scenes. 

  11:30: Arrive in Nghia Lo for lunch at a restaurant with specialties of the Thai ethnic group.

  13:00: After lunch, begin your first journey to Khau Phat Pass, one of the four great passes in Northern Vietnam. The name, according to the Thai ethnic people, means “Sky Horn,” a place where heaven and earth meet. Stop to enjoy the view and take photos at Khau Phat Pass, a legendary gateway to Yen Bai. It is the longest pass on National Route 32, stretching over 32km with an elevation of 2100m. Enjoy views of Lim Mong and Lim Thai villages during the rice harvest season. You will also have the chance to participate in the “Flying Over Golden Season” paragliding festival held in mid-September annually.

  15:30: Continue to “Raspberry Hill” and the terraced fields of La Pan Tan, Che Cu Nha, which are golden in the harvest season. Here, you will witness a paradise of terraced fields with golden sunlight and a sea of rice, perfect for stunning photographs. This location has been recognized as an intangible cultural heritage.

  17:00: Arrive in the center of Mu Cang Chai, check into your accommodation, and relax.

  Evening: Enjoy dinner at a restaurant, savoring Northwest specialties, and explore Mu Cang Chai town at night. Overnight in Mu Cang Chai.

• Day 2 MONG NGUA HILL – TRAM TAU

  Breakfast

  Lunch

  Dinner

  06:30: After breakfast, head to Mong Ngua Hill in Sang Nhu Village, 2km from Mu Cang Chai town, known for its crescent-shaped terraced fields. During the rice harvest, many visitors are overwhelmed by the “magnificent carpet” woven with vibrant golden rice.

  09:30: Travel back to Nghia Lo for lunch at a restaurant. On the way, visit Tu Le Valley, known as the “Poetess of the Northwest Highlands.” You can also make your own delicious green rice cakes to take home as souvenirs.

  Tu Le Valley resembles a beautiful mountain girl, with its three-tiered slopes, high cliffs, and wild, mysterious landscapes. The valley is surrounded by three mountain ranges—Khau Phat, Khau Song, and Khau Than—and features a meandering river. The changing seasonal landscapes add unique charm throughout the year.

  13:00: After lunch, head to Tram Tau, check into your hotel, and relax.

  16:30: Visit and experience the Tram Tau hot springs, located about 2km from the town center. This natural hot spring, surrounded by majestic nature, has clean, health-beneficial water with a temperature of 43-45°C. The water is clear, revealing the pebbles at the bottom.

  18:30: Dinner at a restaurant, enjoying local highland cuisine. Overnight at the hotel.

• Day 3 CU VAI VILLAGE – HANOI

  Breakfast

  Lunch

  Morning: Wake up early to enjoy the sunrise and breakfast. Check out and start your exploration.

  You have two options to choose from:

  Option 01: At 07:00, the bus and guide will take you to Cu Vai Village, home to 46 families and 80% H’Mong people. The village offers a pristine, natural environment and unique ethnic culture. Enjoy the breathtaking views of terraced fields and majestic mountains. The sunset is the best time to start a trekking journey in Cu Vai Village and admire the morning clouds.

  Option 02: At 07:00, the bus and guide will take you to explore the clear small streams and rice fields with traditional wooden water wheels in Tram Tau, experiencing the simplicity of local life.

  09:30: Say goodbye to Cu Vai and Tram Tau after capturing impressive photos. Travel to Nghia Lo for lunch.

  12:00: Lunch in Nghia Lo, followed by a rest at the restaurant.

  13:00: Visit Giang Stream and the ancient tea tree. Giang Stream, located at an altitude of 1,300-1,400 meters, is covered by layers of clouds year-round and offers clean, cool air. Visit the 400-year-old ancient tea tree and the lush green tea fields. Enjoy the refreshing atmosphere and observe local people picking tea.

  15:00: Travel back to Hanoi. On the way, stop to buy local specialties as souvenirs.

  19:30: Arrive in Hanoi, concluding the Mu Cang Chai – Tram Tau – Cu Vai 3D2N tour. The guide and driver will say farewell. We hope to see you on future tours.

• Transport
  • New, air-conditioned tourist car as per the program

• Accommodation
  • Standard hotels in Mu Cang Chai and Tram Tau

• Meals
  • Meals as per the program: 150,000 VND per main meal, 40,000 VND per breakfast

• Guide
  • Professional, enthusiastic tour guide

• Additional Services
  • Entrance fees as per the program
  • Travel insurance for the entire trip with a maximum compensation of 20 million VND per person

• Optional
  • VAT (8%) and single room supplements
  • Tips for the guide and driver
  • Personal expenses (phone calls, laundry, drinks during meals, etc.)
  • Motorbike rental to Cu Vai Village
  • Motorbike rental to Raspberry Hill and Mong Ngua
  • Hot spring entrance fee at Tram Tau: 120,000 VND for adults, 80,000 VND for children

Best thing to know

• Payment currency
  Vietnamese currency: VND (Vietnam dong)
  You should prepare cash (US dollars) in advance or use a credit card to pay in Vietnam

• Special services
  If you have special service requests such as vegetarian meals, single room requests or special assistance, please contact the consultant directly.

• Other notes about departure schedule
  Please read the tour's applicable conditions carefully. You can also contact Dainam Travel to receive prices and programs according to your request.