Dalat – Mui Né by motorbike – 2 days and 1 night

Dalat – Mui Né by motorbike: an authentic road trip of 2 days and 1 night

Riding a motorcycle from Dalat to reach Mui Né, in two days you will cross one of the most striking contrasts of Vietnam: from the green hills of the Highlands to the burning dunes of the coastline. The engine spins softly, the fresh air brushes against your face, and the road opens up like a taut thread between mountains, fragrant forests and luminous valleys. Here, every turn reveals a new scene: coffee plantations bathed in sunlight, flowery greenhouses that sparkle in the distance, small hamlets wrapped in a timeless calm.

As the motorcycle descends towards the South, the landscape changes texture. Pine trees give way to drier soils, sweet-scented flowers give way to resin and salt aromas, and the light becomes more intense. The villages follow one another, simple and warm, punctuated by the daily gestures of the inhabitants who work the land or prepare morning coffee. Each stop is an encounter, a smile, an authentic exchange that gives the journey this human depth so rare.

Then, suddenly, the sea appears in the distance: a sparkling line that announces the arrival at Mui Né. The red dunes undulate in the wind, the sandy stretches seem to blend into the sky, and the tropical heat envelops the traveler as if to announce a new chapter of this road trip. The journey then becomes more than a simple crossing: a true sensory experience, where one feels Vietnam in its most raw, truest, most vibrant.

This motorcycle trip of 2 days and 1 night between Dalat and Mui Né is a parenthesis of freedom, a total immersion in the landscapes, traditions and the soul of the country. An authentic, intense, bright adventure – to be fully experienced, high-heeled, open heart.

Program of the motorcycle tour in Vietnam: Dalat – Mui Né in 2 days

Day 1 (L, D):

Our English-speaking driver meets you around 8.30 a.m. at your hotel in Dalat to take the road to Mui Né.

Discover a Buddhist temple, before traveling the roads of this beautiful region with its green pine hills, horticultural vegetable plantations and coffee plantations.

Visit a silk factory, the elephant waterfall and a mushroom farm. Cross several small villages in the region to discover the life of the locals.

Dinner then night at the Ivory Falls Villa.

 

Day 2 (B, L) :

After breakfast, resume the trip to Mui Né to admire the beautiful landscapes of the region. Enjoy various stops to discover the lifes of the inhabitants of the region, local crafts, cultures and plantations of tea and cashew nuts. On the way, enjoy a panoramic view of the beaches of Mui Né.

Upon arrival in Mui Né discover the red sand dunes before reaching the hotel around 4 p.m.

 

Price 2025 – 2026:

2 pax: 6.650.000 VND / pax

Dalat – Buon Ma Thuot en moto – 3 jours et 2 nuits

Motorcycle tour in Vietnam: from Dalat to Buon Ma Thuot

Riding a motorcycle from Dalat to Buon Ma Thuot is one of the most beautiful journeys in the Central Highlands of Vietnam. From the first kilometers, the air becomes cooler, the pine forests parade like a green wave, and the mountains are drawn in a light mist that gives the landscape a lively postcard look.

The road winds between shimmering lakes, hidden waterfalls, tea and coffee plantations that perfume the air with grilled notes. Each turn opens onto a new setting: deep valleys, small villages built of dark wood, children greeting travelers by the paths… Here, life flows to the rhythm of nature, simple, generous, authentic.

Over the three days, the motorcycle becomes a travel companion, a way to feel every vibration of the landscape: the warmth of the sun, the freshness of the plateaus, the scent of wild basil, the red dust of the tracks that lead to the villages of the ethnic groups Êđê, M’nông or Jarai. You cross a deep, preserved Vietnam, where encounters are sincere and spontaneous.

Arriving in Buon Ma Thuot, capital of Vietnamese coffee, is to enter a universe rich of traditions, cultures and stories. The contrast with the mountains of Dalat is striking: here, the plateaus open like a sea of plantations, markets come to life in the early hours of the day, and local cafes reveal powerful aromas, true treasures of the terroir.

This motorcycle tour is a fabulous adventure, a total immersion in the nature, culture and daily life of the Highlands. Three intense, vibrant, unforgettable days – designed for travelers who wish to feel, live, understand Vietnam differently.

 

Program of the motorcycle tor in Vietnam : Dalat → Buon Ma Thuot in 3 days

Day 1 (L, D) – From Dalat to Lake Lak: M’nông villages, waterfalls and plantations

Around 8:30 a.m., departure with our local English-speaking drivers for the first stage of your motorcycle tour between Dalat and Buon Ma Thuot. You take the road towards Lake Lak, one of the largest natural lakes in the Central Highlands, located near the village of Jun, mostly inhabited by the ethnic group M’nong. This first stop offers an authentic immersion in the local culture, between traditional houses and serene lake landscapes. Lunch will be taken on the way.

The day continues on superb countryside roads and mountain tracks, with several iconic stops: the Elephants waterfall, tea and coffee plantations, craft workshops and the discovery of daily life, notably the manufacture of rice alcohol and silk workshops.


Dinner and night in a homestay, for a total immersion in deep Vietnam.

 

Day 2 (B, L, D) – Off the beaten track: Elephant Rock, Ho Chi Minh road and waterfalls

This second day of your motorcycle road trip in Vietnam takes you on a isolated forest path, far from the tourist trails, to admire the grandiose landscapes of the Highlands countryside. The stops in small hamlets allow to observe the daily life of the local populations and to grasp the cultural richness of this preserved region. Lunch will be taken on the way.

A short 20-minute climb then takes you to the top of Elephant Rock Mountain, a spectacular viewpoint over the surrounding mountains.
You then continue by motorcycle on the famous Ho Chi Minh trail, one of the most beautiful roads in Vietnam, to reach several impressive waterfalls.
Dinner and night near the waterfalls, in a soothing natural setting.

 

Day 3 (B, L) – Yok Don National Park and ehtnic vilalges around Buon Ma Thuot

For this last day on a motorcycle, you will explore the Yok Don National Park, the largest protected reserve in Vietnam. A walk of about 40 minutes allows to observe the particular flora of the Highlands and to appreciate the tranquility of the tropical dry forest.

The road then continues towards the surroundings of Buon Ma Thuot, between ethnic minority villages and traditional plantations. You arrive at the end of the day in the capital of Vietnamese coffee, thus ending your motorcycle tour between Dalat and Buon Ma Thuot in the heart of a territory rich in cultures and landscapes.

 

Price 2025 – 2026:

2 pax: 7.000.000 VND / pax

Discover the Park of Phong Nha

Discover the Park of Phong Nha

Discovering the Phong Nha – Ke Bang National Park is opening the doors of a fabulous world, where nature reveals a power and an absolutely dazzling beauty. Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site, this millions-old geological sanctuary offers one of the most majestic karst landscapes in Vietnam: steep cliffs enveloped by jungle, mysterious underground rivers and gigantic caves sculpted by time.

At the heart of this spectacular setting, every moment becomes an adventure. When you glide on the calm waters of the river Son or when you cross the entrance of a monumental cave, you feel this rare sensation of being in front of an authentic, raw and preserved nature. At Senteurs du Vietnam, we have designed this experience to be much more than a simple visit: a deep sensory journey, mixing exploration, wonder and serenity.

Accompanied by our passionate team, you will have the opportunity to enter legendary caves, observe the most amazing limestone forms and let the natural magic of Phong Nha transform your day into an unforgettable memory. Here, the earth tells an ancient story, the light plays with the reliefs, and each step brings you closer to an unparalleled natural heritage.

Prepare yourself for a sensational getaway, where adventure blends with contemplation in an absolutely unique setting.

 

Schdule of the visit Phong Nha Park(1 day)

 

Our English-speaking tour guide will meet you at the hotel around 9 a.m. in Phong Nha or Dong Hoi to discover the caves of Phong Nha – Ke Bang Park.

Start by venturing into Paradise Cave that you will reach after a climb on foot on a path through the jungle (possibility to take an electric cart if you prefer). Descend through the immense cavity that forms its entrance and marvel at the vault of this cave that reveals its natural harmony in the form of its limestone stalactites.

After lunch, join the pier and board a boat to enjoy, a peaceful walk along the water when visiting Phong Nha Cave which is at the origin of the fame of this part of Vietnam. You will then discover the artistic side of nature that has carved the impressive geological formations of this cave over time.

 

Price 2025 – 2026:

2 pax: 2.700.000 VND / pax

3 pax: 2.200.000 VND / pax

4 pax 2.000.000 VND / pax

 

Paradize Cave

Nestled in the heart of Phong Nha – Ke Bàng National Park, the Cave of Paradise, or Thiên Đường Cave, is one of the most spectacular natural wonders of Vietnam. Discovered in 2005, this majestic cavity extends over 31 kilometers, making it one of the longest dry caves in Asia. From the first steps, the visitor quickly understands the origin of his name: the impression of entering a magical world, almost unreal.

The descent begins with a wooden staircase that slowly sinks into the depths of the karst massif. As the external light fades, an immense natural amphitheatre appears, illuminated by a discreet system that values its mineral architecture. Stalactites and stalagmites with astonishing shapes stand like giant sculptures, shaped by water and time over millions of years. Some formations evoke ancient columns, others recall delicately pleated stone curtains; all rival in size and elegance.

The wooden trail, perfectly laid out, allows you to walk about a kilometer of gallery open to the public. It runs along a tangle of dazzling limestone formations, sometimes golden, sometimes silver, creating a deeply serene atmosphere. The absolute silence, punctuated only by a few drops of water, reinforces the feeling of being in a natural sanctuary out of time.

The ceiling height sometimes reaches 80 meters, giving the impression of standing in a stone cathedral. The play of shadows and light highlights each relief, revealing details that the eye keeps rediscovering. It is a true work of geological art, a grandiose spectacle that captivates both nature lovers and adventure enthusiasts.

Phong Nha Cave

Considered one of the most iconic natural treasures of Vietnam, Phong Nha Cave is a geological wonder located in the heart of the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Phong Nha – Ke Bàng National Park. Accessible only by traditional boat, it offers a magical experience from the first minutes: the peaceful navigation on the turquoise waters of the river Son gradually reveals the dark and impressive entrance of the cave, like an open door to another world.

As soon as the boat enters the cavity, the external light fades to make way for a stunning underground universe. The limestone walls, carved by millions of years of erosion, form a succession of majestic galleries, sometimes more than 40 meters high. Spectacular stalactites and stalagmites appear along the way, sculpted by water like a natural work of art. Some formations evoke animals, mineral towers or elegant drapes, each relief telling a millennial story.

Phong Nha cave is crossed by an underground river more than 13 kilometers long, one of the most impressive in Asia. The boats slide silently through the galleries, creating a deeply serene, almost mystical atmosphere. In some places, visitors can disembark to explore a section of the cave on foot, taking a closer look at the dazzling mineral formations enhanced by soft and harmonious lighting.

This journey underground offers a striking contrast between the enveloping darkness, the freshness of the air and the dazzling beauty of the concretions. It is a total immersion in the entrails of the Vietnamese karst, an unforgettable experience where one feels the power of time and nature.

Vietnam 15 days and 14 nights in a group with Mr Peuss

Vietnam circuit 15 days in a small francophone group with Mr. Peuss

Traveling in a small group to Vietnam is above all about sharing a human adventure, made of encounters, exchanges and simple moments lived together. From the first moments, a friendly atmosphere settles: we discover each other around a Vietnamese coffee, we exchange expectations, we already smile first impressions. The journey begins as much in the landscapes as in the links that naturally weave over the days.

This 15-day small francophone group tour has been designed for those who wish to explore Vietnam without ever feeling alone, while maintaining a real freedom of experience. The deliberately reduced size of the group promotes proximity, fluidity and spontaneity. We move forward together, at a harmonious pace, taking the time to observe, understand and feel each step of the journey.

Accompanied by a passionate and attentive French-speaking guide, you will discover Vietnam from North to South in a relaxed and caring atmosphere. Visits become moments of sharing, meals are an opportunity for lively conversations, and discoveries are experienced collectively, between laughter, curiosity, and wonder. The group quickly becomes a space of trust, where everyone finds their place.

This group trip is nothing like an impersonal circuit. It favors authenticity, local encounters and experiences from the inside, while offering the comfort of a controlled organization. Ideal for solo travelers, couples or friends, this tour combines security, friendliness and cultural richness, to live Vietnam fully, together, and in all serenity.

 

Complete program of the Vietnam circuit 15 days in small group.

Day 1 | Hanoi

Our driver greets you at the airport to take you to the hotel. You will then receive our Road Book with useful information and restaurant recommendations for your trip and your eSim.

In the afternoon discover the old quarter on foot.

 

Day 2 | Hanoi | B, L

Our French-speaking guide will meet you at your hotel around 9 a.m.

Dive into the atmosphere of Hanoi in the 36-guild district during a cyclo ride.

Take a gourmet break and enjoy the egg coffee, a specialty of the city.

Visit Tran Quoc Pagoda on the shores of Ho Tay Lake.

After lunch, discover the Ethnography Museum.

 

Day 3 | Hanoi – May Chau | B, L

Departure with our French-speaking guide around 7:30 to take the road to Mai Chau.

Stop at the top of the pass to enjoy the panoramic view of the Mai Chau valley. Then continue the journey to the village of Mai Chau, home of the White Thais ethnic minority, whom you meet during you lunch with the locals.

In the afternoon, bycicle ride to discover the local activities then return to the homestay for dinner (not included) and overnight at the hotel.

 

Day 4 | Mai Chau – Pu Luong | B, L

After breakfast, around 8.30 a.m., leave your hosts to join Pu Luong. Discover the local life during a 2 to 3-hour walk through rice fields and small trails used by farmers, then have lunch in a local restaurant overlooking the Pu Luong valley.

Then, transfer to your hotel to relax by the pool or according to your desires, possibility to continue your walk on foot then free dinner at the hotel.

 

Day 5 | Pu Luong – Tam Coc | B, L

After breakfast departure by car around 9 a.m. to go discover the norias and the region of Pu Luong then lunch.

Then enjoy a ride on an atypical bamboo raft of the region before taking the road to Tam Coc where you will arrive in the late afternoon.

 

Day 6 | Tam Coc | B, L

Departure from the hotel around 9 a.m. with our English-speaking guide.

Enjoy a boat ride along the water, about 2 hours, in the middle of the sugar loaves of Trang An. Let yourself be carried by the magic of the place, admire the green rice fields and mountains carved with caves.

Admire the incredible panorama of the area from Mua Cave.

After lunch, discover another architectural wonder, Bai Dinh Pagoda.

 

Day 7 | Tam Coc | B

Departure from the hotel around 9 a.m. with our French-speaking guide to admire at the water’s edge the Bich Dong Pagoda, a Buddhist sanctuary in the middle of nowhere, built against the rock, in a splendid green setting. Then, discover Hoa Lu, the former Vietnamese capital. Return to the hotel in the late morning. Free lunch and relaxing afternoon.

 

Day 8 | Tam Coc – Tu Long Bay | B, L, D

Departure around 7 a.m. for the port of Ha Long.

On the boat, meet the English-speaking tour guide and start your cruise with the lunch in the middle of the impressive rocky peaks of Tu Long Bay.

In the afternoon, a kayak tour will immerse you in the magnificent landscapes of the bay near Cap La Island.

At the end of the day, admire the amazing sunset igniting the bay before dinner. Then discover squid fishing after dinner or relax with some board games, perfect for a family evening.

 

Day 9 | Tu Long Bay – Hue | B, L

If you are an early riser, marvel at the splendor of the sunrise over the immensity of the bay during a Tai Chi session.
After breakfast, discover Thienh Canh Son Cave.

Return to the boat for check-out and lunch, then return to the port to reach Hanoi airport for the Vietnam Airlines flight to Hue and transfer to the hotel.

 

Day 10 | Hue | B, L, D

Around 8.15 a.m., departure with our French-speaking tour guide, for the Forbidden City, where you begin your visit with the changing of the guard. The Royal Palace, UNESCO World Heritage Site, is a splendid set of monuments made of impressive walls and refined palaces.

In the late morning, a small boat awaits you on the lagoon for a boat trip. Discover the local fishing, before enjoying a seafood lunch.

End your day by discovering the charming village f Thanh Thuy, its rural museum and its picturesque wooden bridge covered with tiles.

In the evening, Arnauld will meet you at the hotel around 6 p.m. Go with him to the city center to discover the street gastronomy of Hue with its many local specialties and enjoy a ride by cyclo.

This will be an opportunity for you to discover more about the life of French immigrants in Vietnam and enjoy a moment of sharing and food tasting.

Discover the famous Nem Lui or the Banh Khoai or savor the Hue cakes made from rice or cassava flour. Try the famous Bun Bo. Let yourself be tempted by a Che, this sweet dessert typical of Vietnam….

 

Day 11 | Hue | B, L

Our French-speaking guide will meet you at the hotel around 9 a.m.

In the morning, discover the peaceful environment of a monastery located in the mountains near Hue and marvel at its orchids.

Then, go to the countryside of Hue to discover the history of the Tomb of Tu Duc and to walk the paths of its gardens in the middle of the bodies of water.

After lunch, learn how to make paper flowers with with deaf and dumb, which will make you an original souvenir to bring back from your trip. End the day with a dragon boat cruise to Thien Mu Pagoda.

 

Day 12 | Hue – Danang | B

Departure from your hotel around 8 a.m. with our driver to join Danang. Free day in Danang.

 

Day 13 | Danang – Hoi An | B, L

Departure around 7.30 a.m. with our French-speaking guide for a bycicle ride in the countryside of Hoi An.

Cross the Thu Bon River to reach the village of Kim Bong where you will meet the wood carvers. Also discover the work of mother of pearl, the manufacture of mats and the weaving of the famous basket boats.

Finally join Cam Thanh for a basket boat ride amidst mangrove before lunch. First discover the preparation of the banh xeo then enjoy a foot massage.

Go back to the hotel after lunch.

 

Day 14 | Hoi An – Hanoi | B

End of the trip with Mr Peuss. Transfer to Danang airport for flight to Hanoi and transfer to hotel.

 

Day 15 | Hanoi – Return flight | B

Transfer to Hanoi airport for your return flight

 

PRICE OF THE TRIP:

€ 1.950 per pax in double or twin accommodation for a group of 8 to 13 people

Single room surcharge: €560 per person

It is possible to extend your trip and we will send you a personalized quote on request.

 

The next trips are planned for:

  • from April 11 to 25, 2027
  • Pre-booking by contacting Mr Peuss or Arnauld by email mentioning the number of people and a copy of the passport, specifying if you want to apply the single room supplement.
  • A deposit of 650 € must be paid.
  • The balance will be settled no later than 40 days before the start of the trip
  • In case of arrival in Vietnam before the start of the trip, the supplement is 80 € per room per night (for 2 people). If you wish to stay longer in Hoi An, the return flight to Hanoi and the night in Hanoi will be staggered, and the supplement is €60 per room per night in Hoi An (for 2 people).

Photo Trip to the North and Center of Vietnam – 12 days of emotion and light

A unique photo trip to the heart of Vietnam

This photo trip to Vietnam is an invitation to look at the country differently, through the lens and the light.
For 12 days, you will travel the most beautiful landscapes of the North in the Center, guided by a professional francophone photographer passionate about Vietnamese culture.

From Hanoi, the vibrant capital with a thousand faces, to the illuminated streets of Hoi An, each stage is conceived as an encounter between gaze, emotion and sharing.
You will learn to compose your images, to capture the gestures of everyday life, to master the games of shadow and light that reveal the soul of Vietnam.

 

The highlights of the circuit

  • Photograph the rice terraces and ethnic villages of the North (Hmong, Dzao, Thai).
  • Explore the colorful markets, tea plantations and rural scenes of remote Vietnam.
  • Capturing the magic of Hoi An at sunrise and sunset.
  • French and English speaking support by a professional photographer.
  • Group limited to 6 participants for personalized follow-up.
  • All meals included: breakfast, lunch and dinner every day.
  • Comfortable and carefully selected accommodations.

A 12-day itinerary between culture, nature and light

Day 1 – Arrival in Hanoi (D)

Reception at the airport upon your arrival then transfer to the hotel.

In the evening, first photo session in the alleys of the old district to soak up the Vietnamese urban atmosphere. Welcome dinner to meet the other participants and your management team.

Night at San Boutique hotel.

 

Day 2 – Hanoi & road to the mountains (B, L, D)

Departure around 6 a.m. for a morning photo stroll in the old district of Hanoi. After breakfast, it will be time to take the road towards Mu Cang Chai with several photo stops. Installation at the ecolodge, dinner and free evening.

Night at the Mu Cang Chai Ecolodge.

 

Day 3 – Rice fields and ethnic villages in Mu Cang Chai (B, L, D)

Departure around 6.30 a.m. to discover the remote villages of Mu Cang Chai and meet with local communities. Photo session in the middle of the terraced rice fields at harvest time. At the end of the day, second photo session of the day for sunset photos from a spectacular viewpoint.

Night at the Mu Cang Chai Ecolodge.

 

Day 4 – Tea field and rice fields in Tan Uyen (B, L, D)

Departure around 6.30 a.m. for the morning photo session, with exchanges and advice before departure to Tan Uyen, famous for its tea plantations. Afternoon dedicated to photographing the workers and the hilly landscapes. Sunset on the hills.

Night at Hoàng Liên Plaza

 

Day 5 – Morning around the tea, afternoon at Ta Giang Phin (B, L, D)

Early departure around a.m. to join the tea fields and capture the workers’ images, then take the road towards Ta Giang Phin. In the afternoon photo walk in the village in the golden light.

Night at P’nue Farmstay.

 

Day 6 – Village life & evaluation photo session (B, L, D)

Free morning to review the photos and share your experiences. During the afternoon, walk through the villages to take portraits, photos of rural scenes and the sunset over the valley.

Night at P’nue Farmstay.

 

Day 7 – Ethnic Market & rice harvest in Muong Hum (B, L, D)

Early departure around 6 a.m. for the ethnic market of Muong Hum. Photograph of the Red Dzao and Hani peoples in their traditional clothing. During the afternoon, go to the countryside to take scenes of rice harvesting.

Night at P’nue Farmstay.

 

Day 8 – Portraits Red Dzao & return to Hanoi (B, L, D)

Morning in a Red Dzao village for a portrait session. Drive to Hanoi in the afternoon. Free evening or group dinner.

Night at San Boutique hotel.

 

Day 9 – Incense Village & flight to Hoi An (B, L, D)

Departure at 5.30 a.m. to visit a craft village dedicated to making incense, then flight to Hoi An.

At the end of the day, sunset photo session in the old town.

Night at Mulberry Collection Silk Eco.

 

Day 10 – Sunrise by the water & rural life around Hoi An (B, L, D)

Around 4.30 a.m., at the first light of day, leave before dawn to join a fishing village located on the outskirts of Hoi An, where life begins with the rhythm of the tides. You will witness the return of boats loaded with fish, the lively exchanges in the market, and the precise gestures of fishermen who repair their nets in the incipient light.

In the afternoon, join the rice fields and agricultural villages around Hoi An for a photographic experience full of sweetness. The afternoon begins with a walk through the fields and paths, to meet the peasants working in the warm evening light.

Night at Mulberry Collection Silk Eco.

 

Day 11 – Mastering the technique & farewell dinner by the sea (B, L, D)

Departure at 4.30 a.m., to embark on an unforgettable morning dedicated to the photography of the emblematic fishing nets of Hoi An. From a small boat, you will observe the fishermen maneuvering their immense nets gilded by the morning light, before joining a lively local market, still unknown to mass tourism.

Afternoon dedicated to experience sharing and image analysis. Closing dinner in Hoi An.

Night at Mulberry Collection Silk Eco.

 

Day 12 – Hoi An at sunrise & departure (B, L)

Last photo outing in the old town at sunrise. Before the alleys come to life, the old town of Hoi An offers an intimate and poetic face. In the quiet of the morning, the lanterns are gradually extinguished, the inhabitants open their shops and the first rays of the sun caress the ochre facades and wooden houses. Guided by a local expert, you will discover the emblematic places but also the hidden corners of this city classified at UNESCO – a moment suspended between heritage.

Dans la journée, transfert vers l’aéroport de Danang et fin du voyage.

 

Useful information

Duration: 12 days / 11 nights
Departure: Hanoi – Arrival: Hoi An
Next departure: 31 August to 11 September 2026
Price: 4,350 USD/ pax (single supplement: 400 USD)

 

A human and photographic adventure

More than just a circuit, this French and English-speaking photo trip to Vietnam is an experience of sharing, learning and emotion. You will leave not only with superb images, but also with a deeper understanding of the country, its inhabitants and its light. A rare immersion, between artistic gaze and cultural discovery.

If you want more information about this trip, contact us and we will put you in touch with the photographer.

Extension in Laos – Pakse and the 4,000 islands in 7 days

Take advantage of your stay in Vietnam to discover this extraordinary region of Laos.

Go on an 7-day tour combining cultural visits, meeting locals and culinary discoveries. Start with the Bolovens Plateau living to the rhythm of its waterfalls and tea and coffee plantations. Then sail between the 4,000 islands of the Mekong River living quietly to the rhythm of the water. Visit the Wat Phou temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2001, and the bucolic village of Champasak.

 

Day 1: Pakse – Boloven Plateau

The local English-speaking guide will meet you at the airport upon arrival in Pakse.

Then head to the Plateau des Bolovens, famous for its waterfalls, its fertile lands offering the best teas and coffees in the country or even the Indochinese peninsula. You will not miss a few tastings, on the advice of your guide. On the way, stop at Wat Pa (Big Buddha Forest Temple) where you will be immediately overwhelmed by a sense of peace and quiet. Discover also the waterfalls of Tad Lo before reaching Thatheng and its ethnic villages (Lao Loum, Taoy, Lavenh, etc.) then arrival at the Resort.

 

Day 2: Boloven Plateau (B, L)

Breakfast, then departure at 8 a.m. to join Paksong and embark in Soviet or Chinese Jeeps of another time for a real immersion in the heart of the Boloven Plateau between rivers, tracks, villages and plantations of coffee and tea trees. You will reach Jhai Coffee house where you will take the time to enjoy a cup of coffee.

On the way to the waterfalls of Tad Moun, admire the vegetable crops of all kinds (ginger, cucumbers, cabbage, salads, etc.).

It will then be time to join the Khamsone coffee plantation for lunch at the farm, with coffee and fruit.

Then go to meet the Laven minorities to discover their lifestyle and their daily life and visit some traditional habitats before returning to the hotel.

 

Day 3: Boloven Plateau – 4,000 Islands (B)

After breakfast, drive to the impressive twin waterfalls of Tad Fane. Take the time to visit the Tad Yuang waterfall on the Bolovens plateau, as it has become more accessible and friendly to tourists in recent years and then head south.

Discover the village Taoy of Ban Nong Bune famous for its wood carvings. The village produces many interesting products, from ceremonial masks and sculptures to practical everyday objects such as wooden plates and outdoor lamps. Take a break at the Taoy village of Phonsaat, known for its funerary rituals and its artisans who boast the natural fibers then direction Nakasang, from where you will embark on a motor canoe that will lead you among the «4,000 islands» of the Mekong.

You will reach the islands of Done Det and Done Khone, peaceful lands with a very marked French colonial past with its buildings, its bridge connecting the 2 islands and its railway that allowed to transship goods on both sides of the cataracts.

 

Day 4: 4,000 islands (B)

Breakfast at the hotel then departure by bike on the sandy paths of the islands of Don Det and Don Khone accompanied by our guide! You will pass along flat paths that will lead you to unmissable sites such as that of the ancient locomotive, the bridge with 13 arches that dates from the French colonial era of the early twentieth century and which connects Don Det to Don Khone and the remains of colonial buildings.

Lunch and departure to the Lippi Falls, locally called Tad Sompamit (very easy level, flat route) while taking the peaceful rhythm of the island. An ideal and quiet way to observe, capture and soak up local and rural life. Activity is intense in the rainy season, when fishermen build bamboo fish traps in unlikely places at the risk of their lives. By taking paths on wires stretched above the furious waterfalls. Return to your hotel and quiet end of the day on the island.

 

Day 5: 4,000 islands – Champasak (B)

Breakfast then crossing by canoe to reach the mainland to reach the waterfalls of Khone Phapheng, further south, on the border with Cambodia. They are among the most impressive waterfalls in this region of Asia and are the largest in the world! Then go back to Champasak with a stop to visit another temple of the same era as the Wat Phou, the Vat Uomo (also called Oubmong). It also contains pre-Angkorian sculptures, including a beautiful Mukhalinga (a human-headed linga now located at the Vat Phou Museum).

After lunch at a local restaurant, explore the jewel of southern Laos: the temple of Wat Phou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2001. Its style is preangkorian. The cultural landscape of Champasak, including the entire temple of Wat Phou, represents an area of planned landscape dating back over a thousand years and remarkably well preserved. After discovering the site, visit the museum before arriving at the hotel and free dinner.

 

Day 6: Champasak (B)

Breakfast at the hotel before exploring the temple of Muang Kang. Dating back to the 19th century, Wat Muang Kang is the oldest active temple in Champasak. History lovers will appreciate the mix of European, Siamese, Burmese and Chinese influences in this temple with high white columns and steep roofs.

Then return to town for a walk through the picturesque alleys of Champasak to spot buildings of the colonial era still standing. With for example the current church of Champasak which is located in the locality of Bane Phanom, on the right bank of the Mekong, just south of Wat Luang Khao, at the time when the road to go from Champasak to Wat Phou departs from the banks of the great river.

Lunch then in the afternoon, transfer to the pier to cross the Mekong to the island of Don Daeng for a bike ride or walk on the picturesque paths of the island of Don Daeng. Here, no car… you will be very far from everything for a retreat combining serenity, rest, hiking and cycling in the heart of a preserved countryside remained very authentic. Return by boat to enjoy the sunset on the river, a unique moment at the time of the aperitif, at your discretion!

 

Day 7 : Champasak– Return flight (B)

Breakfast at the hotel and transfer to Pakse airport for your return flight.

 

Price 2024:

From 870 € per pax for 4 pax

Discovery of Mu Cang Chai – 4 days and 3 nights

Mu Cang Chai, natural and cultural jewel of North Vietnam

Located at more than 1,000 meters above sea level, in the heart of the mountains of North Vietnam, Mu Cang Chai reveals one of the most spectacular landscapes in Asia.
Its rice terraces, carved on the mountainside by the Hmong and Thai ethnic groups, form real living works of art, changing with the rhythm of the seasons.

Classified as Vietnamese national heritage, these rice fields testify to an ancestral know-how passed down from generation to generation.
They illustrate the harmony between man and nature, work and beauty, tradition and modernity.

Discovering Mu Cang Chai is immersing yourself in an authentic and preserved Vietnam, far from the major tourist circuits.
The winding roads lead to isolated villages, where one shares a tea, a meal or a smile with the inhabitants dressed in their traditional costumes.

Accompanied by a passionate English-speaking guide, you explore on foot or by car the valleys and golden hills, cross the Hmong villages, observe the agricultural scenes of everyday life, and discover a living mountain culture and proud.

Every moment at Mu Cang Chai is an invitation to contemplation and encounter – a rare interlude where time seems suspended between sky and rice fields.

Course of the trip to Mu Cang Chai – 4 days and 3 nights

Day 1 : Hanoi – Khau Pha (L, D)

Our English-speaking tour guide will meet you at your hotel in Hanoi around 7.30 a.m. to take the road to the Thanh Son region where the huge huge tea plantations are located, which you will take the time to taste. Arrival in Nghia Lo around noon, Yen Bai province, for lunch at a local restaurant.

In the afternoon, you leave the valley of Muong Lo and continue the road 32 towards Khau Pha, the road takes altitude and crosses an area alternating settlement of Dao on the heights and Thai in the valleys. After 50 km, the road leads to the beautiful rice valley of the commune of Khau Pha, you descend to the village It Thai.

Dinner and night with the local.

 

Day 2 : Khau Pha – Mu Cang Chai (B, L)

After breakfast, around 8:30 a.m., go hiking to the village of Xe Xang. On the way, you pass through Thai and H’Mong villages and a bamboo forest. Magnificent views of rice fields and mountains. Visit a local Thai house and have lunch with a family.

Continue trekking to an H’Mong village where you will make a stop to visit the house. You will also participate with them in a traditional Batik workshop. Return to the host family for check-out. Then drive to Mu Cang Chai, one of Vietnam’s rice granaries with its endless terraces. Dinner and free evening. Night at the Mu Cang Chai Ecolodge.

 

Day 3 : Mu Cang Chai (B, L)

After breakfast departure by motorbike towards La Pan Tan to visit the local villages inhabited by the H’Mong people.Take the direction of the dinosaur backbone.

Continue the trip through some of the most beautiful viewpoints of North Vietnam until reaching the village of Che Cu Nha. Lunch will be taken on the way to a local restaurant. Return to the ecolodge in the middle of the afternoon and free time to relax.

 

Day 4 : Mu Cang Chai – Hanoi (B, L)

After breakfast, go hiking from the Ecolodge towards the valley of Ngoc Chien, beautiful views. You can learn more about the local life. Also enjoy a relaxing break in the hot springs.

You can also visit a rose farm. Lunch will be taken at a local restaurant on site.

Return to the Ecolodge for a break to cool off then departure around 2 p.m. for a return to Hanoi around 8 p.m.

 

Price 2025 – 2026:

Price on request.

Possibility of transfer to Sapa at the end of the tour, price on request

Gateway in Phong Nha – Ke Bang National Park

Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park

In the heart of central Vietnam, where the jungle gently closes on limestone reliefs, Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park extends like a world apart, wild and majestic. Classified as a UNESCO World Heritage site, this preserved territory is an invitation to slow exploration, to the discovery of raw nature shaped by millions of years of erosion and silence.

As soon as you enter the park, the atmosphere changes. The air becomes fresher, full of humidity and plant perfumes. The tropical forest wraps the paths, while the rivers infiltrate under the rock to give rise to a spectacular network of caves and underground galleries. Here, water and stone are in constant dialogue, sculpting landscapes of striking beauty, almost unreal.

Navigation on quiet rivers leads to monumental cavities where light plays with mineral forms. The immense vaults, stalactites and aquatic reflections create a mystical atmosphere, conducive to contemplation. Each step, each look reveals the extent and fragility of this exceptional natural heritage, one of the most impressive in Southeast Asia.

Beyond the iconic caves, Phong Nha-Ke Bang is also a land of lush jungles, discreet trails and peaceful villages, where life flows to the rhythm of nature. This getaway is a rare parenthesis, far from the bustle, where one reconnects with the essential, carried by the quiet strength of an environment still intact.

Discovering Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park is to live a deep and authentic immersion, an encounter with the wild and secret Vietnam, where every moment leaves a lasting imprint in the traveler’s memory.

Planning of the gateway in Phong Nha – Ke Bang National Park (3 days)

Day 1 – From Hue to Phong Nha – Visit of the Demilitarized Zone (L):

Our English-speaking guide will meet you at your hotel in Hue, downtown, around 9 a.m. Take the road to Vinh Moc, to visit the famous tunnels housing an incredible complex that served as accommodation as well as clinic and others. The population of the region found refuge there to protect themselves from the American bombing.

On the way, discover two churches in the area that are very important to the people of the region. La Vang church built in honor of the Virgin Mary and Long Hung church which highlights war damage and was a place of resistance of Vietnamese soldiers.

Then visit the Bien Hai River Museum at the 17th parallel and the Doc Mieu Base, a fort from the French colonial era.

Finally after lunch, say goodbye to your guide and continue the road to Phong Nha.

Free dinner and night at Phong Nha Lake House.

 

Day 2 – Phong Nha Park – Paradise Cave (B, L):

Our English-speaking guide will meet you at the hotel around 9 a.m. to discover two famous caves in Phong Nha Ke Bang National Park.

Start by venturing into the Paradise Cave, which you will reach after a hike up a prepared trail through the jungle. Go down through the immense cavity that forms its entrance to admire the huge vault of this cave with its many limestone stalactites.

After lunch, embark on a boat for a walk along the water in Phong Nha cave. Then discover the extraordinary work of nature that has sculpted the immense karst formations of this cave over millennia. Go back to the hotel.

Free dinner and night at Phong Nha Lake House.

 

Day 3 – Phong Nha Park – Elephant Cave (B, L):

After breakfast, around 8 a.m., meet our English-speaking guide to go on an adventure with a small group.

Go for a 9 km hike in the jungle to discover the elephant cave. Enjoy a relaxing moment near Crystal Lake before enjoying a barbecue for lunch. In the afternoon, continue your trek in the jungle and discover Tra Ang cave.

Finally, join the Ho Chi Minh trail to exit the jungle then return to the hotel around 5.30 p.m. and end of services.

Possibility to add an extra night at the hotel or a transfer to the station or airport of Dong Hoi according to your needs (price on request).

 

Price 2026:

For 2 pax: 8.600.000 VND / pax

For 3 pax: 7.750.000 VND / pax

For 4 pax: 7.300.000 VND / pax

Cruise on the Perfume River

Cruise on the Perfume River in Hue

Taking a cruise on the Perfume River means discovering Hue in a different way, in a silence punctuated by the lapping of water and the whispering of history. As soon as boarding, the pace slows down. The city slowly fades into a peaceful atmosphere, almost timeless, where each shore seems to tell a fragment of Vietnam’s imperial past.

During navigation, the river reveals its delicate landscapes: shaded gardens, traditional houses, discreet temples nestled in the greenery. The light, soft and changing, is reflected on the water and envelops the decor with a poetic aura. It is therefore understandable why this river was a source of inspiration for emperors, scholars and poets of the Nguyen dynasty for a long time.

The cruise naturally leads to the Thien Mu pagoda, an emblematic silhouette standing on the riverbank, a spiritual symbol of Hue. From the boat, the gaze is posed differently: the imperial city appears more intimate, more harmonious, connected to the river like a living spine. Every moment invites contemplation, listening, serenity.

This cruise on the Perfume River is not a simple boat ride. It is a sensitive experience, a parenthesis of sweetness that reveals the deep soul of Hue, between heritage, spirituality and poetry. A suspended moment, ideal to feel all the finesse and elegance of the ancient imperial capital.

 

Tour in English

  • Afternoon tea cruise

Join the pier for 3.45 p.m. and finish your afternoon by letting yourself be carried by the water and enjoying tea with small cakes. During 1h30, enjoy the tranquility of the Perfume River and also discover the history of the city.

 

  • Musical discovery

Dive into local folklore and traditions with a discovery of the traditional music of Hue during a cruise.

Join the pier for 7.45 p.m. to enjoy a one-hour cruise on the Perfume River. During this enjoy the tranquility of the Perfume River while letting yourself be carried by the music and enjoying a fresh fruit juice. A timeless evening in Hue.

 

Price 2025 in a small group

Afternoon tea cruise: 490,000 VND / pax

Musical discovery: 420,000 VND/ pax (according to availability if there is a group of at least 6 people)

Halong Bay, Land Sea – 4 days and 3 nights

Halong Bay, Land Sea – 4 days and 3 nights

Discovering Halong Bay Terrestrial & Maritime in 4 days, is choosing to take the time to grasp all its richness, between land and sea, between peaceful rice fields and emerald waters. It is accepting to slow down to better observe, feel, marvel. Here, the landscape is never revealed with a single glance: it is earned, crossed, contemplated at different rhythms and under different lights.

The discovery begins on the terrestrial Halong Bay, around Ninh Binh, Tam Coc, and Trang An. In this postcard setting, karst peaks arise in the middle of the rice fields like stone giants. Aboard a silent boat or along rural trails, nature becomes soft and enveloping. The villages live to the rhythm of water and seasons, offering an authentic first immersion in a rural Vietnam, serene and deeply harmonious.

Then comes the encounter with the majestic and mythical maritime Halong Bay. Aboard a traditional junk, the journey takes on an almost unreal dimension. The limestone islets emerge from the sea like natural sculptures, the morning mist floats on the surface of the water, and the silence is disturbed only by the lapping of the waves. Time seems suspended, inviting contemplation, disconnection, pure wonder.

This unique combination between land and maritime Halong offers a complete and balanced vision of the region. It allows to understand the geological formation of these spectacular landscapes, while living varied experiences: gentle navigation, nature walks, local encounters and peaceful nights in the heart of grandiose settings.

This stay of 4 days and 3 nights is much more than a simple passage by an emblematic site. It is a total immersion, sensitive and progressive, in one of the most beautiful jewels of Vietnam. A journey that leaves a lasting impression, by the beauty of the places as much as by the serenity it provides.

This package allows you to discover these two places without returning to Hanoi.

Program of the Halong Bay getaway (4 days)

Day 1 – Hanoi – Inland Halong Bay: Ninh Binh & Tam Coc (L):

Our English-speaking guide will meet you at your hotel in the city center of Hanoi around 8 a.m.

After 1 hour and 30 minutes of driving between the city and the countryside during which you can admire the landscapes of the region, join the Yen river covered with water lilies to embark on a small sampan. Then enjoy a cruise of about an hour to reach the Perfum Pagoda, a complex of pagodas nestled in the mountains.

Then go to climb the 2 kilometers of steps to reach the top of this place and discover the cave that is hidden there. On the way you can discover smaller pagodas nestled in the hollow of the mountain. Then descend by cable car to enjoy a well-deserved lunch before heading to Tam Coc, the terrestrial Halong Bay.

Free dinner and night at the Clos du Fil.

 

Day 2 – Tam Coc & karst landscapes (B, L):

Early departure from the hotel around 8 a.m. with our English-speaking tour guide.

Enjoy a boat ride along the water on the river of Tam Coc in the middle of the limestones and the rice fields. Let yourself be lulled by the magic of the place admiring the beautiful landscapes drawn by the green rice fields and the mountains dug with caves.

Then, discover Bich Dong Pagoda, a Buddhist sanctuary built in a splendid green setting on the mountainside and at the edge of the water.

After lunch, discover Bai Dinh Pagoda, considered one of the largest Buddhist complexes in Southeast Asia. You can admire among other things these superb status of Buddha.

Finally, climb the 500 steps of Mua Cave where your efforts will be rewarded by the view of the incredible panorama over the entire region.

Return to the hotel then free dinner and overnight at Le Clos du Fil.

 

Day 3 – Tam Coc – Tu Long Bay: boarding in a junk (B, L, D):

Departure by car around 7.15 a.m., to reach the port of Ha Long. On the boat, meet your English-speaking tour guide and start your cruise with lunch, sailing through the heart of the impressive rocky peaks of Tu Long Bay.

During the afternoon, enjoy a kayak trip to immerse yourself in the middle of the sublime landscapes of the Bay, drawn by coves, caves and limestone peaks.

At the end of the day, relax on the upper deck and enjoy the beautiful sunset before dinner. Finally, in the evening, opportunity to introduce you to squid fishing.

 

Day 4 – Morning navigation & return to Hanoi (B, L):

If you are an early riser, marvel at the splendor of the sunrise over the immensity of the bay during a Tai Chi session.

After breakfast, discover Thienh Canh Son Cave.

Then return to the boat for check-out and lunch, then back to the port to take the road to Hanoi where you arrive around 3 p.m.

Possibility to directly reach Hanoi airport by private car for a flight from 4:30 PM to your next destination (price on request).

 

Price 2026:

For 2 pax: 12.200.000 VND / pax

For 3 pax: 11.500.000 VND / pax

For 4 pax: 11.300.000 VND / pax