3D2N Lam Thuong - Cascading Falls, & Invigorating Hikes

Duration

3 days 2 nights

Tour Type

Mini Adventure

Group Size

8 Persons

Tour Guide

1 French-speaking guide & 2 Local Guides

Northwest Vietnam

Lam Thuong – Cascading Falls & Invigorating Hikes

Located more than 260 km from Hanoi and in the middle of the tourist route from Sapa to Ha Giang, Lam Thuong delights travelers with the beauty of 99 mountains associated with the legend of 99 phoenix birds nesting, by the straight rice fields with flying storks, and waterfalls. This is the homeland of the Tay and Dzao ethnic groups, two among 54 ethnic groups in Vietnam.

This “slow travel” getaway allows you to connect to unspoiled nature, immerse in the slow-paced lifestyle of Lam Thuong Valley, and learn about the rich yet authentic culture of Tay and Dzao ethnic groups.

The host families in this program belong to Lam Thuong CBT, a sustainable community-based tourism project that our company has supported for 2 years.

Trekking in a jungle in Lam Thuong, Luc Yen, Yen Bai — Trekking to pristine jungle in Lam Thuong, Luc Yen, Yen Bai

Highlight

Experiencing the fresh and original life in the most majestic valley in the Northwest;
Wallowing yourself in Tay and Dzao culture with stilt houses by the stream, delicious food, and incredible folk music;
Enjoying authentic local meals harvested directly from farm to your plate;
Walking to visit unspoiled sceneries and meet Tay, Nung and Dzao families who have lived here for generations;
With your trip, you are supporting the local community through community tourism and sustainable development tourism.

*Things you shouldn’t expect on this trip

Luxurious and convenient accommodation
A schedule filled with many activities

Destination	Lam Thuong
Included	02 nights stay in Tay traditional house-on-stilt in the framework of the community-based tourism project Lam Thuong CBT by KPF Meals as specified in the program Travel in an appropriate air-conditioned vehicle with an experienced driver The services of an experienced English-speaking tour guide The services of local guides in Lam Thuong All activities and tickets in the program
Excluded	Hotel in Hanoi Beverages, gratuities, and personal expenses Personal expenses (drinks, souvenirs, etc…) Trekking gear (backpack, shoes, etc …) Individual Insurance VAT and other taxes
Travel With a private vehicle

What to bring

Sun & rain gear (including sunscreen and brimmed hat)
Warm clothes in winter (mid-November to early March)
Swimsuit
Insect repellent
Walking shoes/sandals
Toiletries, towel, and flashlight
Original passport

Prices in VND are based on private tour

Group of	2 pax	3 pax	4 pax	5 pax	6 pax
Price per person	7,150,000	5,560,000	4,750,000	4,040,000	3,560,000

Discount for larger group is available; please contact our travel consultants at:
lam@dcttravel.vn or send us inquiry through the contact form

Details

Meal: lunch, dinner | Accommodation: Shared house-on-stilts Departing early in the morning from Hanoi, a tour guide and a car will pick you up from your hotel at 7.00 a.m. and we will depart for Lam Thuong, Luc Yen, Yen Bai. Arriving at Tan Linh commune roundly at 11.00 a.m. and have lunch in a traditional house-on-stilt of a three-generation Tay family. Enjoy a local meal and have a chat with the family. In the afternoon, you will go through a vast valley to transfer to Lam Thuong commune. Possible to stop and visit a small farm on the way to harvest oranges and drink a cup of tea with a local family. Arrive in Kheo Leng village at around 4.00 p.m. You will be warmly welcomed by a Tay family - the owners of our first accommodation. This is a traditional house-on-stilt built since 1980 and bearing the marks of time, currently, is home to this three-generation family. If the weather permits, you can walk around the village to enjoy the crisp air in the Vietnamese mountainous area or explore the nearby cave. The dinner is prepared by the owner's family with fresh local ingredients. This is an opportunity for you to savor diverse and nutritious dishes with the signature flavors of Northwestern Vietnamese cuisine. Overnight at homestay. Option: Private room at a small ecolodge

Local People from Lam Thuong

Meal: breakfast, lunch, dinner | Accommodation: Traditional house-on-stilt

Nam Chan Waterfalls in Lam Thuong

Wake up with a cup of herbal tea to keep your body warm and enjoy the fresh and pure air of this land! After breakfast, we will embark on a journey to explore the unspoiled nature here. Our host, who is also an experienced local guide, will accompany you in trekking through palm and bamboo forests and introduce the ancient Muoi Moc Tree standing for centuries in the heart of the deep forest. Trekking into the deep forest is a chance for you to connect with and absorb the energy from Mother Nature, soothing your mind and interconnecting with yourself. Continue the journey and stop at Nam Chan waterfall around noon. After a long trek, you will be rewarded by soaring your body in the refreshing water of this majestic waterfall, regarded as the heart of this land. Picnic lunch will be prepared by our local guide right by the waterfall. Resting for a while, we will proceed to the second accommodation in Nam Chan village. This is also a Tay traditional house-on-stilt where you may feel a cozy family atmosphere, as well as completely embrace the local pace of life. During your free time, feel free to stroll around the garden meticulously cared for by our host, or read a book on the stone benches near the fish pond. Dinner and overnight at homestay with the host family. Option: Private room at a small ecolodge

Meal: breakfast, lunch | Accommodation: Not any The last day of the trip on the land of Tay people, after breakfast, farewell to your host family then depart to the gemstone market in Luc Yen. Your local tour guide today is also a gemstone craftsman, he will guide you to discover the story of the market such as the origin of this special wet market, where the stones are exploited and also the benefit of the gemstone to the human body. You will visit a small jewelry shop and learn about their techniques.

A small jewelry shop in Lam Thuong