Escape Hanoi and experience the peaceful beauty of Mai Chau Valley, one of Vietnam's best cycling destinations. This carefully designed 2-day eco cycling tour combines scenic countryside rides, authentic cultural experiences, traditional Thai villages, local cuisine, and sustainable travel.
Pedal along quiet village roads, lush rice paddies, bamboo forests, and suspension bridges while meeting friendly local people. Stay overnight in a traditional White Thai stilt house, enjoy homemade mountain cuisine, and experience the warm hospitality that makes Mai Chau a favorite eco-tourism destination in Northern Vietnam.
Our Mai Chau Tours are suitable for families, couples, solo travelers, and active nature lovers. Enjoy gentle cycling routes of 25–40 km/day, with optional E-bikes available.
Discover Mai Chau by bicycle and experience the authentic beauty of Vietnam.
Day 1: Hanoi – Thung Khe Pass – Mai Chau Valley Cycling (L/D)
07:30: Pick up at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter and depart for Mai Chau.
Travel through the scenic mountains of Hoa Binh Province with a stop at the famous Thung Khe Pass, offering spectacular panoramic views over Mai Chau Valley.
Continue to Mai Chau.
12:00: Check in homestay in Pom Coong village and enjoy traditional lunch.
13:30: Bike fitting and safety briefing.
Begin your first cycling adventure through peaceful countryside roads.
Cycling highlights:
- Pom Coong Village
- Lac Village
- Van Village
- Rice terraces
- Bamboo forests
- Traditional stilt houses
- Local weaving workshops
Meet local White Thai families and learn about their daily life, handicrafts and agricultural traditions.
Optional stop at Mo Luong Cave (depending on time).
17:00: Check in at an authentic Thai homestay.
Relax before dinner.
19:00: Traditional dinner featuring local specialties:
- Bamboo sticky rice (Com Lam)
- Grilled hill chicken
- Stream fish
- Wild mountain vegetables
- Can wine (optional)
Enjoy a cultural performance with traditional Thai music and Bamboo Dance (subject to availability).
Overnight in local homestay in Mai Chau.
Cycling Distance: 20–30 km
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Day 2: Mai Chau Countryside Cycling – Hanoi (B/L)
Wake up to fresh mountain air.
Breakfast at the homestay.
Continue cycling deeper into Mai Chau's hidden countryside.
Today's route includes:
- Na Phon Village
- Chieng Chau
- Small farming communities
- Rice paddies
- Irrigation canals
- Suspension bridges
- Quiet village roads
Visit local families producing handmade brocade textiles and learn about sustainable village life.
Optional easy hike to Chieu Cave for panoramic valley views.
Lunch at a local restaurant.
Free time for coffee or shopping for handmade souvenirs.
14:30: Depart Mai Chau.
Arrive back in Hanoi around 18:00–18:30.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Cycling Distance: 30–40 km
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