Discovery of Sapa and its surroundings – 4 days and 3 nights

Discovery of Sapa and its surroundings, between mountains, rice fields and traditions of North Vietnam

In the north-west of Vietnam, on the Chinese border, Sapa extends into the heart of a spectacular landscape of misted mountains and terraced rice fields.
This region, considered as one of the most beautiful in the country, offers an unforgettable immersion in the nature and culture of mountain ethnic groups.

Nestled at more than 1,500 meters above sea level, Sapa captivates with its grandiose views, its cool climate and its traditional villages where time seems to have stopped.
The black Hmong, red Dao, Tay and Giay perpetuate their ancestral customs, their colorful clothing and their craftsmanship, creating a fascinating cultural mosaic.

Discovering Sapa and its surroundings means walking along paths bordered by rice fields, crossing villages perched in the valleys, and sharing an authentic moment of life with the inhabitants.
Between gentle hikes, breathtaking panoramas and sincere encounters, each stage reveals the human and natural richness of North Vietnam.

Accompanied by an English-speaking guide, you will learn to understand the rhythm of the mountain, agricultural traditions and local beliefs, in a peaceful, warm and deeply human setting.

Sapa is not only a destination: it is an inner travel experience, an encounter with a deep Vietnam, endearing and vibrant with emotions.

 

Progress of the discovery of Sapa and its surroundings

Day 1 – Hanoi – Sapa (D):

Departure around 2.30 p.m.by limousine bus to go to Sapa, where you arrive around 8.30 p.m. The dinner with a tasting of raw salmon from Sapa will be served at Happy Family Hotel.

 

Day 2– 13 km (B, L, D) :

Departure around 9.30 a.m. with our English-speaking guide for a hike on small mountain paths that take you to the villages to meet the inhabitants and discover the terraced rice fields (green between May and July; yellow between August and September, not cultivated between November and April). Also discover the sweet chestnut cakes, specialty of the region.

Lunch in a small local restaurant.

In the afternoon, cross the Tả Phìn valley, one of the most beautiful valleys in the region with its bamboo forest, if the season is right (from March to May) harvest strawberries before going to a family from the Red Dao ethnic group to enjoy a bath with medicinal herbs. Dinner and the night in the family.

 

Day 3 – 14 km (B, L):

After breakfast with the family, go up to the small village of Chín Séng where black Hmong and red Dao live together. Meet peasants and discover their daily activities and local life during a quiet walk in this village.

For lunch, enjoy a picnic in the countryside before visiting the salmon and sturgeon farm. Return to Sapa by car and overnight at the Happy Family Hotel.

 

Day4 – Sapa – Hanoi (B):

After breakfast departure with our driver.

Take the road to the Rong May Bridge and on the way, make a photo stop at the door of the sky that offers an incredible panorama of the region.

Then reach this 250-metre-long glass bridge at a height of 350 metres by elevator and discover the feeling of emptiness as you walk on this structure.

Go back to the hotel around 11.30 a.m. for the check out then you have time for lunch before taking the minibus to Hanoi around 2 p.m.

 

Price 2026:

2 pax: 5.800.000 VND / pax

3 pax: 5.400.000 VND / pax

4 pax: 5.000.000 VND / pax

 

Why discover Sapa?

Discovering Sapa is much more than just an excursion: it is a human, cultural and responsible experience, thought to bring travelers closer to the deep soul of North Vietnam.

Authentic human encounters

We work directly with local host families, from the Hmong, Red Dao, Tay and Giay ethnic groups, to ensure sincere and enriching exchanges.
Sleeping at home, sharing a meal, listening to the stories of the village… so many moments that turn a trip into an unforgettable memory.

Each experience is an encounter, a dialogue between cultures, a mutual discovery in respect and curiosity.

Stay at home 3 days/2 nights and more in the Mekong Delta – Can Tho

Stay at Phuong & César, Homestay immersion in the Mekong Delta

Staying at Phuong & César, in the heart of the Mekong Delta, is offering a rare, intimate and deeply authentic immersion in local life. Far from the rhythm of cities, you discover a universe shaped by water and the sweetness of landscapes: tropical gardens, peaceful canals, lush orchards and traditional houses bathed in light.

Upon your arrival, the warm welcome of your hosts sets the tone. Here, every moment becomes a moment of sharing: a cup of tea served in the cool of the morning, the scent of rice that cooks gently, the laughter of children who cross the courtyard, the song of birds above the water palm. It is a tender, lively, generous Vietnam – one that you only see when you take the time to stop.

Over these 2 days or more, you explore the floating villages, navigate the small canals by boat, visit the local markets still preserved, and discover the secrets of a family cuisine as simple as delicious. All around, nature breathes, calm and bright, offering a moment of appeasement and sincere encounters.

At Phuong & César, the experience goes far beyond a single night: it is a fabulous, human, sensitive immersion that connects you to the deep soul of the Mekong. A sweet and unforgettable adventure, made of everyday gestures, smiles and real moments.

For more information, contact César directly or visit his website.

 

Example of an immersion stay at César’s

Day 1: (L, D)

We’ll take you in a canoe at the meeting point. Visit of the «local market».

Phuong your French-speaking guide and cousin Hao will be your private guides for the day. To date no traveler comes to this colorful, joyful and very lively market. Walking in the alleys overloaded with goods, observing the surprise of the population is fun.

Lunch on the spot.

Then departure at our friend making woven bamboo baskets near the river. Real valuable know-how.

Visit of a Cao Dai Temple. This religion with very colorful temples will amaze you with its diversity. She had as spiritual guides many thinkers and philosophers. Sometimes we attend certain ceremonies with music. On the way… this smell of water, this mysterious brush of insects in the mangroves, this murmur of long leaves that shiver, these low roofs chlorophilised with fresh water herbs packed around the furrow, the slightest vegetal curvature on the calm water keeps the indefinite imprint of the passage of our pirogue, a colorful note passes furtively it’s the disturbed kingfisher… you are at the heart of the mangroves!

We will continue on our way to a charcoal company on the banks of the river. Families live in the workplace. Explanations and surprising meetings!

Return home in the late afternoon. If you wish, make the dinner with our super cook Huynh. Seasonal fruits and nice evening guaranteed with us or at the neighbors.

 

Dau 2: (B, L, D)

In the morning, the light arrives on a galloping horse, thus specifying the discreet and anticipated agitation of your hosts.

Vietnamese breakfast then departure for a day of discovery of the countryside on a scooter as passengers.

The rice miller. This machine straight out of a Tim Burton movie will show you what happens upstream before this little grain of rice ends up on your plate.

A roof and walls of coconut leaves dried in the sun announce the appointment with our friend Mamie, an atypical cook for lunch by the river.

Visit of a broom factory made of coconut stems. Entirely by hand… Manufacturer of incense sticks by the river, homogenization of the paste, selection of stems, coordination of gestures.

Return home through the rice fields.

Dinner and evening. We will teach you if you wish to play Tien Len, a very popular card game here in Vietnam and/or kaaraooooké… Fun evening guaranteed!

At night here, the water seems to keep the light longer, the slightest mangrove leaf has its shadow. It’s time to sleep.

 

Day 3: (B, L)

Breakfast then walk along the river. Time to go to school.

As before… it smells good the dust inside the books with their corny pages and the fine sand of the playground turned upside down by these little restless feet propels us a few years back. A Vietnamese version of Tom Sawyer’s school. What an emotion to see the meeting of children from two different countries.

Visit a blacksmith by the river. Knives, sickles, machetes have no secrets for him.

Lunch on the way or at home. Depending on your travel requirements, we will walk in our fruit garden behind the house and/or initiation to the manufacture of coconut massage oil.

After the visits, transfer to the meeting place for your next destination.

Book your visit – price 2025

from 7.000.000 VND per person on full board

Hike in Bach Ma

Bach Ma National Park

A few kilometers from Hue, when the road rises and the air becomes cooler, Bach Ma National Park opens like a natural refuge out of time. Here, the tropical forest envelops the visitor from the very first steps: a dense blanket of greenery, crossed by mist, where the sounds of the jungle gradually replace those of the city. The song of birds, the rustling of leaves and the distant echo of flowing water create a deeply calming atmosphere.

Former climatic station of the colonial era, Bach Ma retains a singular aura, made of freshness and mystery. The trails wind through lush vegetation, between giant ferns, century-old trees and tropical flowers. Each step is an invitation to slow down, to observe, to feel the quiet power of this preserved nature, one of the richest in biodiversity of central Vietnam.

As the hike progresses, the landscape changes. The waterfalls emerge at the bend of the paths, offering refreshing breaks, while the viewpoints reveal spectacular panoramas of the coast and the surrounding mountains. Light filters through the canopy, drawing games of shadows and reflections that give the place an almost unreal dimension.

Exploring the Bach Ma National Park is to live a total immersion in a wild and authentic Vietnam. A natural parenthesis ideal to balance the cultural discovery of Hue with a more intimate, more sensory experience, where the body and mind reconnect with the essential. A gentle and inspiring adventure, to discover a natural heritage still preserved.

Schedule of the visit of Bach Ma National Park (1 day)

Departure from your hotel in the city center around 8 a.m. with the English speaking guide.

Start the day by hiking to the top to admire the incredible view of the region, including the Hai Van Pass and the lagoon.

Then, hike in the park to discover the local fauna and flora on the way of the 5 lakes in the shade of the trees and take a picnic break for lunch. Finally discover the impressive Do Quyen waterfall. Return to Hué around 5 p.m.

 

Price 2025 – 2026 in a small group

800.000 VND / pax

The Vietage, an unforgettable train journey

The Vietage, luxury train journey

Traveling aboard The Vietage is to enter a universe where time slows down, where every detail exudes elegance and where Vietnam reveals itself in all its splendor. As soon as you get on board, the atmosphere changes: the delicate scent of wood, the softness of the soft lights and the refinement of the cabins evoke an almost forgotten art of travel, one where you savor every moment.

The train starts smoothly, crosses villages, rice fields and hills, before skirting one of the most beautiful coastal portions of the country. Through the large bay windows, the landscape unfolds like a film in color: emerald sea, wild beaches, buffaloes at work, palm trees swaying in the wind. We let ourselves be lulled by the regular clicking of the rails and the serenity of the scenery.

On board, the experience becomes fabulous. Attentive service, refined cuisine inspired by local products, an elegant bar, a wellness area… Everything is designed to offer absolute comfort and transform this journey between Da Nang and Quy Nhon into an exceptional moment. Here, the journey is not content to connect two destinations: it becomes a luxury break, a gentle and harmonious immersion in the soul of Vietnam.

The Vietage embodies the art of slow travel, which allows you to admire, listen, and feel. An unforgettable journey, bright, where every minute counts and where the beauty of the country is savored at the discreet pace of the train.


The experience aboard The Vietage

Traveling on board The Vietage is choosing a rare, refined and deeply elegant way to discover Vietnam. The experience begins upon boarding: an attentive staff welcomes you with a warm smile, invites you to take your seat and accompanies you to your cabin or seat, in an atmosphere that evokes the great rail journeys of the past.

An elegant design, between tradition and modernity

The interior of the train skillfully blends noble materials, soft hues and clean lines. The wood, omnipresent, diffuses a feeling of warmth while the silky lighting creates a hushed atmosphere. Every element, from comfortable armchairs to carefully set tables, has been designed to offer a bright, soft and serene experience.

Attentive service worthy of a luxury trip

From the start, a refreshing glass is served to you, accompanied by small attentions inspired by local products. The staff, trained in high-end hotel standards, anticipates your needs with remarkable discretion. Here, every gesture counts: an adjusted tablecloth, a fragrant tea prepared on request, information offered with kindness…
You travel to the rhythm of unparalleled Vietnamese hospitality.

A gourmet meal inspired by the Vietnamese terroir

Mealtime is one of the highlights of The Vietage experience. The menu, developed by talented chefs, highlights the flavors of Central Vietnam. Delicate dishes, fresh produce, elegant presentation: each bite tells a story of the fishermen of Quy Nhon, the farms of Da Nang or the fragrant gardens of the highlands.
Accompanied by a selection of wines or cocktails, this rail lunch is a fabulous experience, worthy of the best tables.

A refined bar to savor the journey

The train bar is a real cocoon where you can sip a drink while admiring the landscapes passing by. Signature cocktails, fragrant teas, specialty coffees… Time seems suspended. The shades of blue of the sea and the deep green of the mountains follow one another with a hypnotic grace.

A wellness area for an absolute moment of relaxation

The Vietage also offers a space dedicated to massage or relaxing treatments, a rare exclusivity on board a train. Let yourself be enveloped by the sweetness of a traditional Vietnamese treatment, to the muffled sound of the train’s roll: a moment of total relaxation, ideal to make this journey even more unforgettable.

A unique landscape through the large bay windows

The beauty of The Vietage also lies in its route between Da Nang and Quy Nhon, considered one of the most spectacular in the country. On one side, the mountains covered with jungle; on the other, the sea that sparkles under the sun. The train moves slowly, as if to let you enjoy this succession of natural paintings of dazzling splendor.

How to book your trip on board The Vietage?

Booking your trip on board The Vietage is simple and can be done with confidence thanks to our personalized support. As an agency specialized in tailor-made trips to Vietnam, we take care of the entire process to guarantee you a smooth and serene experience.

Daily departure around 8 a.m. from Danang station for an arrival in Quy Nhon around 2.30 p.m.

Price on request

Discovery of Moc Chau

Discovery of Moc Chau, green plateau and land of authenticity of North Vietnam

Located about 200 kilometers from Hanoi, Moc Chau extends over a vast plateau at 1,000 meters above sea level, bathed in a mild climate and golden light.
It is a region of great natural beauty, where tea hills, green meadows and ethnic villages paint a picture of peace and harmony.

Far from the hustle and bustle of cities, Moc Chau invites you to discover rural North Vietnam slowly and authentically.
The Hmong, Thai and Muong ethnic groups still live there according to age-old traditions, cultivating tea, corn and fruits, in an intimate relationship with nature.

Between fields of wild flowers, tea plantations as far as the eye can see, refreshing waterfalls and colorful markets, every moment reveals a different face of the region.
The seasons follow one another with grace: plum blossoms in winter, rapeseed flowers in spring, intense greenery in summer, golden rice fields in autumn.

Accompanied by a passionate English-speaking guide, you will discover the Vietnamese mountain life, between sincere human encounters, soothing landscapes and lively culture.
Moc Chau is not only a destination: it is a land of emotions and serenity, a journey into the deep Vietnam, where beauty lies in the simple gestures of everyday life.

Planning of the stay in Moc Chau – 4 days and 3 nights

Day 1: Hanoi – Pa Co (L, D)

Our English-speaking tour guide meets you at your hotel in Hanoi around 8 a.m. to take the road to the H‘Mong village of Pa Co where you arrive for lunch that you will have at a local family.

In the afternoon, go hiking around the village to discover the loacl agriculture, including the dry cultivation of rice (a local speciality that makes it a special and highly demanded rice) You can also discover the cultivation of hemp from the production of plants to the manufacture of textiles through the design of indigo blue. You will also try to draw with beeswax.

Return to the homestay in the late afternoon to relax and dinner.

 

Day 2: Pa Co – Ta So (B, L, D)

After breakfast, if it’s Sunday enjoy the colorful H’Mong market of Pa Co, local market where locals wear the traditional costume. After visiting the market, head to the hot springs of Bo Am about thirty minutes. Enjoy a warm bath while admiring the view of the rice fields. A water known for its therapeutic benefits.

After lunch in a local family, small hike to the waterfall of Tat Nang to cool off (depending on the season) or to relax then departure towards the pretty H’MOng village of Ta So, in the province of Son La. Along the way, take a break in the tea fields of Nong Truong.You can walk through the tea aisles and learn more about tea culture.

Dinner and night in the homestay.

 

Dayr 3: Ta So (B, L, D)

After breakfast, hike all day to reach viewpoints and other remote villages off the beaten track. Discover the habits and customs of the H’Mong, an exciting ethnic group that transports you to another time. Lunch will be taken along the way to an H’Mong family.

Return to the homestay in the late afternoon then free time to rest, before dinner and overnight on site.

 

Day4 : Ta So – Hua Tat – Hanoi (B, L)

After breakfast, head to Hua Tat, H’Mong village in Son La province. Once there, you will hike in the village and then have lunch with the locals.

Then take the road to Hanoi with a stop at Thung Khe Pass, considered one of the 10 most beautiful pass in Vietnam. Stop to test the local specialty “Com Lam”, sticky rice cooked in bamboo. Small break to visit the stands, refresh and appreciate the superb view. Arrival in Hanoi around 4.30 p.m.

 

Price 2025 – 2026:

2 pax: 14.000.000 VND / pax

4 pax: 11.000.000 VND / pax

6 pax: 9.000.000 VND / pax

Thac Ba Lake and its surroundings

A peaceful immersion in the heart of Lake Thac Ba

In the north of Vietnam, far from the hustle and bustle of big cities and tourist routes, extends Thac Ba Lake, a haven of tranquility where the water glitters between the green hills. With its thousands of islets, wooded banks and traditional villages, this vast artificial lake offers a setting of gentle and silent beauty, ideal for travelers in search of authenticity and preserved nature.

Here, life follows the rhythm of the lake: fishermen glide over the water at sunrise, families cultivate rice terraces and Dao villages perpetuate their ancestral traditions. In their wooden houses, the inhabitants welcome visitors with simplicity and generosity, sharing their culture, their local cuisine and their rural daily life.

Exploring Thac Ba Lake is taking the time to navigate its calm waters, walk in the surrounding hills, meet the artisans and admire the landscapes that change color over the day. It is an intimate, serene and deeply human experience, a timeless interlude in the heart of authentic North Vietnam.

Progress of the stay at Thac Ba Lake

Day 1: Hanoi –Thac Ba Lake – Vu Linh (L, D)

Our English-speaking tour guide will meet you at your hotel in Hanoi around 8 a.m., then take the road to Thac Ba Lake. Arrival to enjoy a local lunch at the ecolodge.

At 2.30 p.m., head to the nearby jungle with a local guide for a botanical tour to learn more about medicinal plants in the company of a local expert. Also visit a nearby farm.

Dinner with the Dao hosts and quiet night.

Day 2: Vu Linh (B, L, D)

Around 9 a.m., after breakfast, embark on a boat trip on the lake to the Thuy Tien cave. Stroll inside while listening to the legends that surround it.

Then, small walk to the top of the hill to admire the panoramic view of the lake.

For lunch, a picnic the Dao way will be organized on one of the islands of the lake then free time to swim according to the season.

Go back to the ecolodge to relax. Finally, around 4:30 p.m., take part in a workshop to learn how to make a shrimp fishing net in the traditional Dao way.

Then dinner and quiet night.

 

Day 3: Vu Linh – Hanoi (B, L)

After breakfast, around 9 a.m., take a last boat trip on the lake to try traditional fishing like the Dao. Enjoy at the same time the tranquility of the place and the beauty of the site.

Return around 11 a.m. to refresh yourself and check out.

Lunch by the lake, then take the road to Hanoi where you arrive around 5.30 p.m.

 

Possible return to Sapa

 

Price on request

 

Trip to Vietnam in partnership with AVMO 15 days and 14 nights

Trip to Vietnam in partnership with AVMO 15 days

A 15-day trip to Vietnam is a rare promise: not to fly over the country, but to live it fully, to feel it in its contrasts, its rhythms and emotions. With our immersive circuit AVMO, we have imagined a fluid and balanced itinerary, thought for those who wish to discover Vietnam in all its richness, from the North to the South, without precipitation and artifice.

As the days go by, Vietnam reveals itself in successive touches. Landscapes change, atmospheres transform, but the same thread remains: authenticity. From historic cities to peaceful countryside, from mist-shrouded mountains to nourishing rivers, each stage is an immersion in its own right, designed to promote encounter, observation and long time.

This immersive 15-day trip to Vietnam favors a harmonious rhythm, respectful of the places and the inhabitants. We alternate cultural discoveries, natural experiences and moments of local life, to offer a sensitive understanding of the country. Here, temples tell the story, markets vibrate with colors and flavors, landscapes invite contemplation, and human exchanges give all its meaning to the journey.

The AVMO concept embodies our approach: a Vietnam lived from the inside, far from standardized itineraries, with particular attention to detail, quality of encounters and consistency of the journey. This tour is for curious travelers, eager to understand the country as a whole, while enjoying expert support and mastered organization.

More than a simple itinerary, this trip to Vietnam is a deep and striking experience, a journey through the country that leaves a lasting impression, both by the beauty of the landscapes and by the intensity of the shared moments.

Complete program of the trip to Vietnam – 15 days / 14 nights

Day 1 | Hanoi

Our driver will meet you at the airport on your arrival and transfer to the hotel.

You will then receive our Travel Book with useful information and restaurant recommendations for your trip and your eSim.

 

Day 2 | Hanoi | B, L

Our English-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 Temple of Literature, before ending the day with a visit to the Vietnamese women’s museum where traditional women’s costumes are remarkably highlighted.

 

Day 3 | Hanoi – Lan Ha Bay | B, L, D

Departure by minibus, around 7.30 a.m., to go to Haiphong and take the ferry to Cat Ba Island.

Meet the English-speaking guide and embark on the boat from the port of Cat Ba around noon to discover the southern region of Halong Bay, then enjoy lunch among the limestones.

In the afternoon, relax and swim on the beach of Van Doi before a going kayaking in Bai Tra Dao or Dau Be. Admire the sunset on the junk before dinner and then then discover squid fishing.

 

Day 4 | Lan Ha Bay – Tam Coc | 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, visit the village of Viet Hai by bycicle to discover this small local village.

Come back to the boat check out and lunch then return to the harbor around 11.45 a.m. to take the road to Tam Coc.

 

Day 5 | Tam Coc | B, L

Our English-speaking guide will meet you around 7 a.m., to enjoy a boat ride along the water, about 2 hours, in the middle of the limestones. Let yourself be carried away by the magic of the place, admire the green rice fields and the mountains carved out of caves.

Then, come back to the hotel for breakfast, and around 10 a.m. go for a bycicle ride in the surroundings of Tam Coc.

Admire Bich Dong Pagoda by the water, a Buddhist sanctuary in the middle of nowhere, built against the rock, in a splendid green setting.

After lunch, enjoy an unforgettable nature experience at the Bird Sanctuary, a refuge for thousands of birds, close to the rainforest.

 

Day 6 | Tam Coc – Hue | B, L

Departure from the hotel around 9 a.m., with our English-speaking tour guide to go to Tay Phu village and visit of local market. Then discover the production of Bánh Chung, a traditional dish from the Tet festival in Vietnam.

After a lunch in a local house, meet the families who are still doing the local crafts: making rice noodles, water hyacinth baskets, reed mats, tofu… You will have the opportunity to discover and take part in their activities while providing them some support and additional income.

At the end of the day, go for a bicycle ride on the dam, in a peaceful setting away from the cars and among the flowers before returning to the hotel.

Then our driver will drive you to the train station for the night train to Hue.

 

Day 7 | Hue | L, D

Our English-speaking tour guide meets you at the train station and you go to visit the Imperial City, UNESCO World Heritage Site, is a splendid set of monuments made of impressive walls and refined palaces.

After lunch, discover Hope Center and take part in some handicraft activities during approximately 2 hours; learn about pottery and work on the wheel; learn how to make woven baskets with recycled paper and make a ring out of recycled wire.

In the evening we will meet to enjoy a dinner together, which will be an opportunity to share about Vietnam.

 

Day 8 | Hue | B, L

Our English-speaking guide will meet you at the hotel around 8.30 a.m. then go to discover the wonderful Thien Mu pagoda.

Then, cruise on the Perfume River and let yourself be carried by the stream. During the 2 hours cruise, you can enjoy the landscapes of of the surroundings of Hue.

Disembark at the Tomb of the Emperor Minh Mang, whose colorful buildings, arranged in harmony, are reflected in the water of the ponds.

After lunch, marvel at the mosaics of the Tomb of Khai Dinh then take a photo stop at the incense village before a gourmet break to discover Che.

 

Day 9 | Hue | B, L

Departure from your hotel around 8 a.m. with our English-speaking guide. Discover Raku and learn to make pottery Decorate yourself 1 or 2 pieces. Let your imagination run free.

Discover the oven and arrange your pieces inside before starting cooking up to 1,000°C. Have lunch at a local restaurant near the workshop before returning, clean your pottery to bring it back.

 

Day 10 | Hue | B, L

Our English-speaking tour guide meets you at your hotel around 8 a.m. and you go to discover some handicrafts of Hue.

Start by discovering the homemade production of rice noodles typical of Hue that you can enjoy in the Bun Bo and other dishes of the region.

Continue your discovery with a bamboo workshop before admiring the work of weaving the reed to make the famous conical hat and bags.

Late morning discover a local pottery workshop and explore a timeless village with its traditional houses.

Finally enjoy a lunch on the seaside and relax on the beach before returning to Hue around 4.30 p.m.

 

Day 11 | Hue – Hoi An | B, L

Departure from your hotel around 8 a.m. with our English-speaking guide.

Take the road to Hoi An and discover the orphanage supported by AVMO and meet the children who live there.

Then from the Hai Van Pass, contemplate the region’s sumptuous landscapes, with its lush forests and panoramic sea views.

Visit the Cham sculpture museum, with its magnificent works of art before lunch.

Discover the amazing architecture of the old town of Hoi An.

 

Day 12 | Hoi An | B, L

After breakfast, around 9 a.m., our English-speaking guide will meet you at your hotel to go visit the ancient sanctuary of My Son.

After a one-hour drive through the countryside and rice fields, the “little Angkor of Vietnam”, built by the Cham people in the 4th century and lasting until the 13th century, is revealed to you in its natural setting.

It highlights the remains of this civilization in a very natural setting.

Go back to Hoi An after lunch.

In the evening, walk to the Hoi An Moon Center in the city center of Hoi An for 5:30 p.m. to attend this acrobatic and dancing show of 1 hour.

Let yourself be carried by the intense rhythm of the music and the dances that are impressive by their strength and power while the faces of the artists radiate with joy.

 

Day 13 | Hoi An | B, L

Departure around 8.30 a.m. with our English-speaking guide for a bicycle 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 in the middle of the mangroves before lunch. First discover the preparation of banh xeo and then enjoy a foot massage.

Go back to the hotel after lunch.

 

Day 14 | Hoi An | B

Leisure day in Hoi An according to the recommendations of our Travel Book.

 

Day 15 | Hoi An – Return flight | B

Transfer to Danang airport during the day for you return flight.

 

PRICE OF THE TRIP:

1.540 € per pax for 2 pax

1.290 € per pax for 4 pax

5% of the price of the trip is donated to the AVMO association

Elephant Cave & Mada Valley

Elephant Cave & Mada Valley

To venture towards the Elephants Cave and the Mada valley is to leave the known world to penetrate a territory still wild, secret, deeply alive. Here, the jungle imposes itself from the first steps: the air is dense, charged with smells of wet earth and lush vegetation, while the sounds of the forest compose a primitive symphony made of distant cries, rustling and inhabited silences.

At the heart of this raw landscape opens the Elephants Cave, a natural monument sculpted by time and water. Its gaping entrance invites exploration, like a door to the depths of the mountain. Inside, the darkness gradually reveals impressive mineral shapes, gigantic vaults, concretions shaped for millennia. Cada paso resuena, cada haz de lámpara revela un nuevo decorado, casi irreal, donde uno se siente a la vez diminuto e intensamente vivo.

The Mada valley extends this immersion with a rare experience: that of the jungle in its pure state. The trails wind between centuries-old trees, clear rivers and rugged landscapes. Time seems suspended, punctuated only by the progression of the group and natural cycles. Here, no superfluous comfort, but a deep connection with the environment, an adventure where we find the very essence of travel.

At nightfall, the forest changes its face. The lights go out, the sounds intensify, and the campsite becomes an intimate refuge in the heart of the vast vegetation. Sleeping in the Mada Valley is living an authentic, intense and unforgettable moment, a timeless break where one touches with one’s finger the raw power of Vietnamese nature.

This exploration of the Elephant Cave and the Mada Valley is much more than a simple excursion: it is an immersive adventure, reserved for those who wish to feel the wild Vietnam, far from the beaten track, closer to its landscapes and its deep soul.

Program of the visit to the Mada valley

 

After breakfast, around 8 a.m., join a small group and the English-speaking tour guide.

Go for a trek of 9 km in the jungle to discover the Elephant Cave.Then relax in the waters of the Cristal Lake before a well-deserved lunch in the form of a barbecue.

In the afternoon, continue your trek through the jungle and explore the Tra Ang Cave.

Finally, resume the hike to reach the Ho Chi Minh Trail, get out of the jungle and then back to the hotel.

 

Price :

1.950.000 VND / pax in a small group

 

Useful info

Level of the Tour – Moderate

Age: From 8 years-old

Distance – 9 km

What to take for the trek:

  • Long-sleeved shirt
  • Swimming suit
  • Trekking shoes
  • Hat and sun cream

Mada Valley & Night in the Jungle – 2D/1N

Mada Valley Phong Nha Park & Night in the Jungle – 2D/1N

Dive into the heart of an enchanted jungle, for a truly timeless adventure.

As soon as you leave for the Mada valley, you feel the air cool down, the leaves gently rustle under your steps and the mysterious smell of the tropical forest envelops you. You enter a wild setting, sculpted by nature, where each stone, each tree, each stream seems to tell an ancient story.

In one afternoon, you will explore the mysterious and impressive cave of the elephants, before reaching the crystal clear waters of the lake – a freshwater jewel nestled in the hollow of the jungle, where the blue water contrasts with the deep green of the forest. At dusk, you will set up your camp on the banks, light a fire, share a barbecue dinner and fall asleep under a starry sky, lulled by the nocturnal sounds of the jungle.

The next day, another jewel awaits you: Tra Ang cave, accessible by swimming – a unique aquatic adventure, a total immersion underground, between shadows and silence, between water and stone.

This 2-day/ 1-night getaway to the Mada Valley is not just a hike: it is an invitation to reconnect with the very essence of Vietnamese nature – raw, generous, alive. An authentic, sensational and absolutely unforgettable experience, perfect for those who aspire to more than just a trip: an immersion, a memory, a return to the roots.

Program of the visit to the Mada valley (2 days)

 

Day 1 (L, D):

After breakfast, around 8 a.m., join a small group and the English-speaking tour guide.

Go for a hike in the jungle to discover the elephant cave. After lunch in the form of a barbecue, relax in the waters of the Crystal Lake. This will be an opportunity to discover the local fauna and flora, before preparing the camp for the night and dinner in the jungle .

 

Day 2 (B, L):

After breakfast, around 8:45 a.m., it’s time to resume hiking in the jungle.

In the morning, explore Tra Ang Cave by swimming.

After lunch, continue the hike to the Ho Chi Minh Trail, exit the jungle and return to the hotel.

 

Price :

4.500.000 VND / pax in a small group

 

Useful info

Level of the Tour – Moderate

Age: From 8 years-old

Distance – 17 km

What to take for the trek:

  • Long-sleeved shirt
  • Spare clothing and clothes for the night
  • Flashlight
  • Swimming suit
  • Trekking shoes
  • Hat and sun cream

Exploration of Hang Pigmy – 2D/1N

Exploration of Hang Pygmy

To sink towards Hang Pygmy is to cross the gates of a wild, raw, deeply authentic world, where nature still reigns supreme. From the first minutes of walking in the dense jungle, the warm and humid air, the rustling of leaves and the streams that wind between the rocks create a mysterious atmosphere, almost enchanting. With every step, the excitement rises: somewhere in front of you hides one of the largest caves in the world.

Then comes the moment when the forest moves apart to reveal the monumental entrance of Hang Pygmy. A titanic opening, sculpted by millions of years, that seems to swallow the light of day. Inside, the silence is striking, the space grandiose: immense halls, dazzling limestone formations, a natural vault so high that it evokes a stone cathedral. Here, everything is excessive, powerful, majestic.

Your adventure continues to the rhythm of the trek, between rocky passages, technical descents and underground exploration. In the evening, the installation of the camp at the heart of the cave or at its entrance is a fabulous moment: the fire crackles, shadows dance on the walls, the air cools down, and the jungle whispers in the distance. It is a rare, intense experience that few travelers have the chance to live.

Living the Hang Pygmy expedition is accepting to step out of your comfort zone to experience the grandeur of Vietnamese nature. A sensational adventure, demanding but deeply unforgettable, ideal for those looking for more than a trek: total immersion in one of the most spectacular sites of Phong Nha.

Schedule of the exploration ok Hang Pygmy (2 days)

Day 1 (L, D):

After breakfast, around 8 a.m., join a small group and the English-speaking guide for the safety briefing.

Around 10 a.m., start the 5-hour trek through the jungle to Hang Pigmy Cave with a lunch break on the way.

At 3 p.m., it will be time to explore the cave for about 3.2 km with abseiling inside to admire these impressive rock formations.

Then set up camp for the night and dinner in the middle of the nature.

 

Day 2 (B, L):

After breakfast, around 8 a.m., it is time to fold the camp before resuming the hike in the jungle.

After lunch, continue the hike to the Ho Chi Minh Trail, exit the jungle and return to the hotel.

 

Price 2025 :

7.900.000 VND / pax in a small group

 

Useful info

Level of the tour – Strenuous

age : from 15 years-old

Distance – 20 km of trekking and 4.5 km in the cave

What to take for the trek:

  • Long-sleeved shirt
  • Spare clothing and clothes for the night
  • Flashlight
  • Swimming suit
  • Trekking shoes
  • Hat and sun cream

 

 

Hang Pygmy

Considered one of the largest caverns in Vietnam – and the fourth largest in the world accessible to travelers – Hang Pygmy is a natural colossus nestled in the heart of Phong Nha – Ke Bàng National Park. Its recent discovery has quickly made it an iconic place for adventure lovers: a monumental, raw, spectacular cave that reveals the silent power of nature.

The entrance to Hang Pygmy, a gigantic opening sculpted by millions of years of erosion, suddenly appears at the bend of a dense jungle trail. From afar, it looks like a dark tear in the karst mountain; up close, it impresses with its titanic dimensions. The walls, several tens of meters high, are crossed by limestone striations, green mosses and natural light games that give the cavity an almost unreal appearance.

Inside, the decor becomes even more stunning. Hang Pygmy unfolds in a succession of immense rooms, rocky corridors and natural wells where a deep silence reigns, only interrupted by the echo of your steps or the discreet trickling of water. The stalactites and stalagmites, massive or slender, sculpted by time, compose a mineral landscape of dazzling beauty. Some formations seem to spring from the ground like ancient columns; others descend from the ceiling like stone draperies in gray, ochre, or silver hues.

One of the most remarkable features of Hang Pygmy is the immense vertical well that marks its deep entrance, a natural chasm that bears witness to the geological violence that has shaped the region. This spectacular characteristic makes it a favorite place for caving and rappel lovers, offering a unique feeling of being truly caught by the belly of the earth.

Exploring Hang Pygmy is living a total immersion: the darkness, the humidity, the freshness of the air, the halo of headlamps, the raw rock under the fingers… everything contributes to creating a sensational moment, where one feels both humility and wonder. Beyond its immensity, the cave reveals a discreet wildlife, micro-ecosystems and a deeply authentic atmosphere, far from any urban trace.