Mu Cang Chai 2 Days 1 Night Tour – Discover the Golden Rice Terraces

Mu Cang Chai 2 Days 1 Night Tour – Discover the Golden Rice Terraces

Duration: 2 Days 1 Night
Transportation: Bus
Accommodation: 2-star
Departure Date: Every Saturday
Tour Code: MCC-001ENG
1.890.000₫ 1.590.000₫
/ Adult (>9 years old)
Group Booking Discounts
  • 5 or more guests: Save VND 50,000 per person.

  • 10 or more guests: Save VND 100,000 per person.

Tour Highlights

  • Admire the spectacular golden rice terraces of Mu Cang Chai during the September–October harvest season.
  • Conquer Khau Pha Pass, one of the four most magnificent mountain passes in Northern Vietnam.
  • Visit the famous Mam Xoi and Mong Ngua terraced rice fields, two of the region’s most iconic photography spots.
  • Explore Suoi Giang and Tu Le, and sample Shan Tuyet tea and traditional Vietnamese green sticky rice flakes.
  • Stay at a local homestay and immerse yourself in the authentic culture and lifestyle of Vietnam’s Northwest highlands.

Tour Details

Day 1: Hanoi – Suoi Giang – Tu Le – Mu Cang Chai (Lunch, Dinner)

05:30 AM: Our bus and tour guide pick you up at Hanoi Opera House and Gate 1 of the National Convention Center. Depart for Mu Cang Chai via National Highway 32.

07:30 AM – 08:00 AM: Stop for a short break. Breakfast is at your own expense.

11:00 AM: Arrive in Suoi Giang, where you can visit and take photos with ancient tea trees that are hundreds of years old, and enjoy the region’s famous Shan Tuyet tea.

12:30 PM: Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant. After lunch, continue the journey to Tu Le.

Along the way, admire the vast rice fields of Muong Lo Valley and take photos at the Mu Cang Chai landmark at the foot of Khau Pha Pass.

02:00 PM: Conquer Khau Pha Pass, one of the four most spectacular mountain passes in Northern Vietnam.

03:00 PM: Stop at the summit of the pass, at an elevation of over 2,000 meters, to admire panoramic views of Khau Pha Valley and the Lim Thai and Lim Mong villages.

In September, you may have the opportunity to experience the “Flying over the Golden Season” paragliding festival (at your own expense).

04:30 PM: Visit and take photos at Mam Xoi Rice Terrace, one of the most famous photography spots in Mu Cang Chai.

06:00 PM: Arrive in Mu Cang Chai town and check in at your homestay or traditional stilt house. Enjoy some time to relax.

07:00 PM: Enjoy dinner, then explore the town at your leisure or watch traditional cultural performances by local residents, if available.

Overnight in Mu Cang Chai town.

Day 2: Mu Cang Chai – Tu Le – Hanoi (Breakfast, Lunch)

06:30 AM: Enjoy breakfast at the homestay. After breakfast, you can rent a motorbike or hire a local motorbike taxi at your own expense to visit some of the area’s famous attractions:

  • Mu Cang Chai Market – a lively local market offering regional products and local specialties.
  • Thai Ethnic Villages – discover the daily life of the Thai ethnic community and their unique traditional waterwheel systems.
  • Bamboo Forest – enjoy the beautiful scenery of a bamboo forest reminiscent of a historical film.
  • Horseshoe-Shaped Rice Terraces – immerse yourself in the breathtaking natural beauty of the terraced rice fields.

Note: As time is limited, please consult your tour guide to choose the most suitable attractions.

09:00 AM: Say goodbye to Mu Cang Chai and begin the journey back to Hanoi.

09:30 AM – 10:00 AM: Stop at Ba Nha Bridge to take photos of the distinctive shoe-shaped rice terraces.

11:00 AM: Stop in Tu Le to purchase local specialties, such as green sticky rice flakes and fragrant glutinous rice.

12:30 PM: Enjoy lunch in Nghia Lo, followed by some time to rest before boarding the bus back to Hanoi.

07:30 PM – 08:30 PM: Arrive at the original meeting point in Hanoi. End of the tour.

The itinerary may change depending on weather and traffic conditions. If you have a flight on the same day, please inform us in advance so that we can assist with the necessary arrangements.

Tour Price List

Mu Cang Chai 2 Days 1 Night Tour Price

VND 1,490,000

/ person
Adult Tour Price VND 1,590,000
Children Aged 5–9 VND 1,218,000
Children Under 5 Free of Charge
Private Room at the Homestay +VND 150,000/person

Departures Every Saturday • Prices Apply to Shared Group Tours

Tour Price Includes

  • Modern 29–35-seat air-conditioned bus throughout the tour.
  • Professional and friendly tour guide accompanying the group throughout the journey.
  • Three main meals with a standard allowance of VND 150,000 per meal, plus one breakfast at the homestay.
  • One night’s accommodation in Mu Cang Chai:
    • Clean shared traditional stilt house with shared bathroom facilities.
    • Alternatively, a private homestay room (supplement of VND 150,000 per person).
  • One bottle of drinking water per person per day on the bus.
  • Travel insurance with maximum compensation of VND 20,000,000 per person per incident.

Tour Price Excludes

  • VAT invoice.
  • Beverages during meals and other personal expenses.
  • Round-trip motorbike taxi transfers and entrance fees at the following attractions:
    • Mam Xoi Rice Terrace.
    • Horseshoe-Shaped Rice Terraces.
    • Bamboo Forest.
    • Suoi Giang.
  • Tips for the tour guide and driver (optional and at your discretion).

Tour Terms

  • This tour is available as a shared group tour, with departures every Saturday.
  • Prices may vary depending on group size, booking date, and public holidays or festive periods.
  • Please bring your passport for hotel check-in and temporary residence registration.
  • We recommend bringing cash, especially small-denomination banknotes, as cashless payment options may be limited in local areas.
  • Entrance tickets, motorbike taxi transfers, and other expenses not explicitly listed as included are at your own expense.

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