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Garrya Mu Cang Chai, Bản Pú Nhu, Mù Cang Chải District, Yên Bái 33500, Vietnam
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Culture and Wellness Tour in Hanoi and Mai Chau
Recharge with various wellbeing activities, in peaceful and magnificent nature setting of Mountainous Northern Vietnam. Leaving the lively capital of Hanoi, venture to peaceful Mu Cang Chai for a true retreat surrounded by lush nature - where yoga, meditation, and traditional spa treatments await. From exploring ethnic villages to indulging in wellness experiences at the resort, this trip is designed to leave you feeling refreshed and renewed. Perfect for travelers seeking a blend of adventure, culture, and relaxation.
Highlights
- Yoga and meditation sessions in the serene setting of Mai Chau
- Hanoi local market and culinary lesson and exploration
- Guided excursion to charming ethnic villages and breathtaking landscapes of Mai Chau
- Cultural workshops on H’mong Batik painting, Thai weaving, etc.
- Relax in Hidden Spring Lagoon, Cloud Pool, and Bamboo Forest during Mai Chau retreat
- 4 nights accommodation
- Meals and water provided
- Airport transfers
Skill level
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Advanced
4 days with instruction in English
The organizer also speaks: Vietnamese
Group size: Maximum of 10 participants
Airport transfer included:
Noi Bai International Airport
Accommodation
Check-in Time:
15:00
Check-out Time:
12:00
- Nestled amidst the breathtaking beauty of the Northwest, surrounded by majestic nature and terraced fields created by the skillful hands of the H’Mong &Thai ethnic people living in this area.
- Meticulously designed with unique bamboo architecture in harmony with minimalist living style and H'Mong typical patterns.
- Sustainable Tourism: support local community and preserve this majestic nature, Garrya match every stay donation to fund local projects.
- Refer to each room type for its detail description and added amenities if applicable.
Program
Daily schedule
Day 1: Hanoi arrival
Welcome to Hanoi! Hanoi City is the capital of Vietnam - rich in history and culture.
Upon arrival, our driver will pick you up and transfer you to the hotel so you can leave your heavy luggage. This is also your free time to relax after a long flight. You may explore Hanoi by night food tour on a scooter for an extra cost.
Day 2: Hanoi to Mai Chau
- Breakfast will be served at the hotel.
- 08:00 - 10:00 Start of the farm tour and local family home cooking lesson. You will visit a bustle of traditional local markets and vegetable fields growing varieties such as bitter melon, corn, cauliflower, cabbage, tomatoes, green peas, and soybean as well as fruit gardens with oranges, pomelos, papaya, guava bananas, and more. You can chat with a working farmer on his field, and learn how local farmers cultivate and their farming lifestyle.
- 10:00 - 13:30 go back to our guide's local house and prepare for your traditional culinary lesson (Bun Rieu/Pho, Pho Cuon/Nem Ran, etc). Enjoy fresh fruits, traditional cake, and tea.
- 13:30 - 14:00 Transfer to Mai Chau
- 18:30 - 19:00 Dinner and leisure time
Day 3: Mai Chau retreat
- 07:00 Enjoy your tranquil morning yoga session. After that, enjoy other wellness facilities such as the Hidden Spring Lagoon (open according to weather conditions), Cloud Pool, Bamboo Forest, and Stilt House Museum. Lunch will be served and enjoy your relaxing time with nature.
- 14:00 The tour guide will pick you up for a village walk/nature trek to explore Mai Chau. You will have an insight into the locals through the breathtaking landscape of ethnic villages, agricultural fields, and countryside roads/bamboo forests.
- 16:30 Travel back to the hotel to enjoy dinner and leisure time.
- You can have dinner by the waterfalls for an extra cost.
- 20:00 Outdoor cinema (Sundays to Fridays) or live performance (Saturdays).
Day 4: Mai Chau to Hanoi
- 07:00 Start your tranquil morning yoga session. After that, enjoy other wellness facilities such as the Hidden Spring Lagoon (open according to weather conditions), Cloud Pool, Bamboo Forest, Stilt House Museum. Lunch will be served and enjoy your relaxing time with nature.
- 13:00 You will do a local workshop (H'mong batik painting, Thai weaving demonstration, rattan weaving, scented candle), breathwork, or singing bowl meditation class.
- 14:30 Pick up for travel back to Hanoi. Enjoy your evening in Hanoi Old Quarter for leisure.
Day 5: Hanoi Departure
Breakfast at the hotel. This is your free time to go shopping and look around. You can go on an e-bike tour for Hanor sightseeing for extra cost. Wait for the driver to pick you up from the hotel to send you to the airport for your flight back home.
Included excursions
- Leisure trek experience - La Pan Tan Village or Mu Cang Chai Discovery
Location
Ascend to the heavens above.
Recognized as a national natural heritage and one of the most extraordinary landscape sights in Southeast Asia, Mu Cang Chai is a remote gem of rugged mountains blanketed with multi-layered emerald stairways, offering rice terrace fields and colorful seasonal landscapes view.
Highlight Vietnam rich cultural heritage, Mu Cang Chai is home to thousands minority with large population of H'Mong people living on high hillsides, famous for their rich and captivating folklore and rituals.
Truly a must visit for nature enthusiasts.
Food
2 restaurants, 1 underground bar, 1 pool bar and 1 lounge cafe.
- Refresh: an all-day-dining restaurant with sophisticated Vietnamese bamboo-inspired decor; featuring organic local-sourced ingredient, nutritious dishes in international and Vietnamese cuisine. (Half-board & full-board meal plan available)
- Charcoal Grill: a lavish restaurant for diner with live open kitchen cooking. Experience a fusion of Western, Asian, and Vietnamese tastes and styles.
- Underground Sport Bar: located on the basement level, offering gin-infused craft cocktails and light biters, accompanied by musical entertainment.
- Lobby Lounge: offering a selection of traditional tea ceremonies, famous Vietnamese coffees, signature ’juiceaholic’ - large selection of fresh juices & kombucha, and refined small bites.
- Bzen Pool Bar: Located next to the outdoor swimming pool, nestled in the middle of extraordinary nature. Offers light meals, ’lunch by the pool’ and signature ’juiceaholic’.
The following meals are included:
- Breakfast
- Drinks
The following drinks are included:
- Water
- Coffee
- Tea
The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Organic
- Regular (typically includes meat and fish)
- Other dietary requirements on request
If you have special dietary requirements it's a good idea to communicate it to the organiser when making a reservation
Things to do (optional)
- Half-board meal plan (only available for Refresh Restaurant)
- Full-board meal plan (only available for Refresh Restaurant)
Spa treatments
World-famous 8lements Spa, ‘’Where I Nurture Self & Nature’’, committed to providing accessible and impactful well-being products and services that harness local know-how and champion sustainability initiatives that care for both self and nature.
What's included
- 4 nights accommodation
- 3 breakfasts
- Welcome drink upon arrival, welcome fresh fruit in room
- Daily mineral water, tea and coffee facility in accommodation
- 1 time mini bar in accommodation
- Usage of ReCharge Gym and outdoor pool facilities
- Daily wellbeing activities/classes
- All entrance fees and sightseeing as mentioned in the program
- Transportation by vehicle with A/C (Shared vehicle for SIC tours, private vehicles for airport & city-to-city transfer and private tour)
- Local English-speaking guides and instructors in Vietnam (different guide for different city & tour)
- Bottle water during tour
What's not included
- Visa to Vietnam
- Any flights (international and domestic) and airport tax
- Single supplement, hotel / room upgrade, early check-in and late check-out
- Tip, drinks, meals, personal expenses and any services not mentioned in the program
- Wire transfer, credit / debit card service fees for remaining balance payment to Gray Line Vietnam
How to get there
Recommended Airports
HAN
Noi Bai International Airport
183 km
Transfer included
Pickup up at your hotel in Hanoi: Please inform Gray Line Vietnam of the address for arrangement.
Arrival by airplane:
Please inform Gray Line Vietnam of your flight details before the trip. They will re-confirm the details with you 24 hours prior arrival. After arrival please follow the instructions below:
- For guests arriving at the domestic terminal, after collecting your luggage, kindly go to the arrival gate. The driver is waiting for you there with your name sign.
- For guests arriving at the international terminal, after collecting your luggage, kindly go to the arrival gate and head to pillar no. 10. The driver is waiting for you there with your name sign.
Airport: Noi Bai International Airport
Airport transfer included: Noi Bai International Airport
No additional charges. You can request this in the next step.
Cancellation Policy
- A reservation requires a deposit of 16% of the total price.
- The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled.
- The rest of the payment should be paid 30 days before arrival.
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