7.00: Wake up to refreshing mountain air. Breakfast is served.

8.30: Get ready for a full day of trekking. Meet your guide at the hotel.

9.00: Start a 6km hike along the iconic trail of Pu Luong, the accent is Don village famed for breathtaking paddy fields and Uoi – Lan Villages stood out with authentic life of Thai ethnic minority. Difficulty level 2/5.

10.30: En route to Hieu waterfall, experience off-the-beaten-track moments in the jungle at Long and Doc villages, covering an estimated 8km. (Bicycling option available)

12.30: Enjoy a short, refreshing walk to a unique waterfall within the Pu Luong Nature Reserve. Have lunch surrounded by the sounds of nature.

Afternoon: Village life and return journey

Swim in crystal-clear waters and immerse yourself in local village life. Explore the mountain roads leading to the top of Hieu village. Return to the main road and be transferred back to the hotel by 4.00 PM for relaxation. Bikers can visit some hamlets along the way back to Lan village before returning to the hotel.

Evening: Culinary exploration and leisure

For those interested, a cooking class is available (optional) for you to learn the secrets of Vietnamese cuisine. At 7.00 PM, savor a delicious dinner, and then you're free to enjoy the evening at your own pace. This marks the end of an enchanting day in Pu Luong.

7.00 AM: Enjoy breakfast and prepare for the day's activities. Be ready by 8:30 AM.

8.45: Transfer to Ban Cong and start a 2.5km walk. Cross a suspension bridge to reach one of Pu Luong's most scenic villages, where the largest stream flows through. Along the river, admire stunning landscapes, rice fields, and village life. Seek for the giant water wheels, a remarkable creation of Vietnam's mountainous ethnic minorities. Difficulty level 2/5.

Arrive at Chieu Lau dam and embark on a bamboo rafting experience. Paddle the raft upstream with locals and have fun.

10.00: The raft lands on the other side of the river. Embark on another 2km trek through rice fields and villages, completing a loop trail. Meet the transfer at the main road and return to your hotel for check-out by 11.30. Enjoy lunch.

1.00: Prepare for the bus journey back to Hanoi. Expect to arrive at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter by 6.30 PM, barring heavy traffic.

Timing and distances are measured from our meeting point at Don Village. Detailed timelines will be provided by the tour operator based on your actual location before departure.