THE UNTOUCHED BEAUTY OF BAC SON VALLEY 2 DAYS 1 NIGHT from 60 USD/person only

2 DAYS / 1 NIGHT PRIVATE EXPEDITION: HANOI – QUYNHSON VILLAGE – NA LAY PEAK – HANOI

Escape the bustling streets of the capital with The Untouched Beauty of Bac Son Valley, an exclusive 2-day private immersion engineered for active travelers seeking an off-the-beaten-path cultural and nature retreat. Journey northeast with your dedicated private guide and chauffeur to the breathtaking landscapes of Lang Son province. Here, the valley of Bacson reveals a stunning patchwork of multi-colored rice fields framed by circular karst mountains. Make yourself at home inside a traditional stilt house in Quynhson village, home to the Tay ethnic minority group. Conquer the vertical stone steps of Na Lay peak for a world-class 360-degree sunset panorama, cycle through quiet countryside lanes, and savor authentic home-cooked family feasts. Hand-crafted by Red Lotus Travel, this private journey delivers an unparalleled blend of genuine local hospitality and dramatic hidden landscapes.

BRIEF ITINERARY

• Day 1: Hanoi – Scenic Drive to Bacson Valley – Traditional Tay Ethnic Welcome – Sunset Trek to Na Lay Mountain Crest (L/D)

• Day 2: Countryside Cycling Exploration – Local Farming Interaction – Homestay Check-out – Afternoon Return Drive to Hanoi (B/L)

DETAILED ITINERARY

DAY 1: HANOI – BAC SON VALLEY – QUYNH SON VILLAGE – NA LAY PEAK SUNSET (L/D)

• The Northeast Journey: At 7:30 AM, your private driver and expert English-speaking guide collect you directly from your hotel lobby in Hanoi. Embark on a highly scenic 3.5-hour drive heading northeast along National Highway 1B, watching the urban landscapes transition into rolling tea hills, forests, and dramatic limestone towers.

• The Warm Welcome & Checking In: Arrive at the peaceful, ancient village of Quynhson around noon. Step inside a magnificent, traditional wooden stilt house where a local Tay family welcomes you. Savor a wonderful lunch featuring authentic regional delicacies like black sticky rice, grilled stream fish, and fresh bamboo shoots. Following lunch, check into your private bedding area at the homestay to freshen up.

• The Summit Conquest: At 3:30 PM, your guide leads you to the base of Na Lay Mountain. Challenge your legs on the 1,200 vertical stone steps built into the cliffside. Reach the mountain peak beside the telecom tower just in time to witness a jaw-dropping sunset, looking down onto the magnificent panoramic tapestry of the flooded Bacson valley below. Descend the mountain before dusk and return to the homestay for a hearty, traditional family dinner hosted by your warm Tay hosts.

• Overnight: Bacson Traditional Homestay (Quynhson Village).

DAY 2: COUNTRYSIDE RURAL CYCLING – HANOI RETURN (B/L)

• The Valley Awakening: Wake up early to enjoy the crisp, fresh mountain air and the gentle sounds of rural life. Savor a traditional breakfast prepared by the family alongside a cup of hot local tea or coffee.

• The Rural Encounters: Strap on your helmet for a pleasant cycling excursion through the flat country lanes of the valley. Pedal past hundreds of identical stilt houses, all traditionally built facing the south. Stop along the fields to interact with Tay farmers harvesting tobacco, corn, or rice, and learn about their ancient agricultural customs.

• The Departure & Farewell: Return to the stilt house to complete your packing. Savor a final delicious lunch prepared by your hosts. Say goodbye to the family and board your private vehicle for the comfortable drive back to the capital city.

• The Return: Arrive back at your hotel in downtown Hanoi by late afternoon (approximately 5:00 PM).

• End of Services.

PRIVATE TOUR PRICE: From 62 USD / PERSON (group of 10 pax)

(Price is based on an exclusive private tour for 10 travelers, featuring private premium ground transportation, a dedicated private English guide, entry fees, and traditional stilt house homestay arrangements).

TOUR INCLUSIONS

• Accommodation: 1 night at a verified, clean, and charming traditional Tay ethnic wooden stilt house homestay in Quynhson village (equipped with private clean mattresses, mosquito nets, hot showers, and Western-style toilets).

• Private Transportation: Dedicated, deluxe air-conditioned private modern car throughout the entire 2-day itinerary, including all Hanoi hotel transfers and regional movements.

• Private Tour Guide: Elite, professional English-speaking private cultural storytelling guide accompanying your group from Hanoi throughout the journey.

• Admission Tickets & Activities: Na Lay peak climbing permit, complimentary quality rental bicycles for the countryside valley exploration tour, and community tourism fees in Bacson.

• Meals: Full board local culinary experience including 1 breakfast, 2 curated lunches, and 1 festive family stilt house dinner as specified in the itinerary (B: Breakfast, L: Lunch, D: Dinner).

TOUR EXCLUSIONS

• Visa & Insurance: Mandatory comprehensive travel insurance and Vietnam Visa arrangements.

• Expenses: Personal incidentals (Laundry, additional soft drinks or alcoholic beverages at meals).

• Gratuities: Highly encouraged tips and gratuities for your dedicated private guide and chauffeur.

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