The amazing journey through the villages of the Thai ethnic people. Enjoying the stunning natural scenery of the mountainous northern region.
Exploring the breathtaking cave, one of the most mysterious, pristine, and beautiful caves in Pu Luong. Experiencing a unique meal with food grilled on a stone slab. This will surely be a memory you will never forget in Pu Luong.
Experience
Highlights
- There are options for your experience with trekking, biking or transfer by car.
- Completely relax with activities on bamboo rafts
- Experience the unique culture of the Thai ethnic people
- Visit the ancient stilt house of the Thai people.
- Enjoy the beautiful scenery of the northern mountains and forests
- Visit the most beautiful cave in Pu Luong with a length up to 20km
- The local guide provides very different experiences
- Experience unique cooking class
Description
Detailed itinerary:
- 08.00 – 9.30 AM: Our local guide pick you up at your stay and prepare for the journey. The pick-up time depends on your chosen mode of transportation:
- Trekking: Pickup at 8.00 AM
- Biking: Pickup at 8.30 AM
- Transfer by car: Pickup at 9.30 AM
- 10.00: Boarding the bamboo raft to discover the Surprising cave.
- 11.30: Take a walk to the ancient stilt house.
Note: (Walking distance is about 400m. We have option of riding a buffalo cart. Please advise if you would like to experience this activity).
- 12.00: Cooking class at ancient stilt house.
- 13.30: Experience agricultural activities and learn about the culture of the ancient Thai people: feeding buffaloes, grinding rice, pounding rice, learning to brew alcohol, learning to weave fabric, playing folk games of Thai tribe.
- 14.30: Visit the giant water wheel which is a must visit place in Pu Luong.
- 15.30: Transfer to visit the traditional Thai handicraft weaving village.
- 16.30: Our driver will transfer you back to your accommodation. Tour ends
Inclusion
- Round-trip transfer
- English speaking guide
- Tools to discover the surprising cave
- Cooking class
- Guide throughout the Pu Luong journey
- 1 bottle of water
- Rafting fee
Experience
- Tips and personal expenses
- VAT
- Other expenses not mentioned above
- Buffalo cart riding fee (5 USD/person)
Children policy
- Children from 5-8 years old will be charged 50% adult price
- Children under 5 will be free of charge
Cancelation policy
- Cancel within 48 hours before departure date: 100% charge
- Cancel at least 2 days before departure date: 50% charge
Note
- The 9 to 12 kilometer for hiking or biking is not recommended for the elderly.
- Disabled people and children under 6 years old should not participate in this excursion.
- Vegetarian and dietary options available upon request
- Homestay accommodation is basic and amenities are simple.
- Bring your swimsuit, towel, hat, trekking shoes, sunglasses, sunscreen and insect repellent
- Bring cash in local currency (Vietnamese dong) as the banking system in Pu Luong is not always reliable. US dollars, euros and Australian dollars are accepted.
- It is really hard to find a pharmacy in Pu Luong, you must bring your medication with you.
- The Schedule is tentative & subject to change based on weather and other factors