TRIPCODE: 2PH1ND

• The tour starts with a departure from Hanoi at 8 am on Day 1, with an arrival at Panhou Retreat around 15.30 pm.
• The first day is intended for relaxation and guests will be staying overnight at Panhou Retreat.
• On Day 2, guests will trek to Nam Nghi Village, famous for its special Shan Tuyet tea and tea plantation. Along the way, they will be treated to magnificent views of rice terraces. They will also have the opportunity to learn about the Red Dzao people, their daily life, and admire their beautiful traditional outfits. Lunch will be provided during the trek, and guests will spend the night at a local Dzao family, where dinner will also be served.
• Day 3 starts with breakfast with the Dzao family. Guests will then trek through the bamboo forest and rice terraces to Nam Khoa, where they will have lunch with another Red Dzao family. The trek will continue along the river back to Panhou Retreat.
• The final day is Day 4, which marks the departure from Panhou to Hanoi.
• The average trek duration is about 5 hours per day, covering 12 to 13 km per day.
• Overall, this itinerary offers guests the opportunity to experience the beauty of the Vietnamese mountainside, while also learning about the culture and traditions of the Red Dzao people. The trekking route is not too challenging, making it suitable for people with moderate fitness levels. The overnight stays with local families provide a unique opportunity for guests to immerse themselves in the local culture and way of life.

TRIPCODE: 3PH

Day 1: The journey from Hanoi to Panhou Retreat takes around 7 hours, so it’s best to start early in the morning to arrive at a reasonable time. Panhou Retreat is a peaceful haven set amidst the lush green mountains and terraced rice paddies of Hoang Su Phi.

Day 2: The trek to Nam Nghi Village offers stunning views of the surrounding rice terraces and tea plantations, and provides a chance to learn about the local culture and traditions of the Red Dzao people. Visitors will have the opportunity to taste Shan Tuyet tea, a special tea variety grown in this region, and to interact with the friendly locals.

Day 3: The trek to Nam Khoa and Giang Ha villages takes visitors through lush bamboo forests, across scenic rice terraces, and along the banks of a tranquil river. The Red Dzao people in these villages are known for their hospitality and traditional handicrafts, and visitors can enjoy a leisurely lunch with a local family before returning to Panhou Retreat.

Day 4 is the departure day from Panhou Retreat to Hanoi, with a final breakfast before checking out and saying goodbye to the Hoang Su Phi region. The group will arrive in Hanoi in the early evening, marking the end of a truly unforgettable trekking experience.

It’s important to note that this itinerary involves moderate trekking, and visitors should be prepared with appropriate footwear and clothing. The average trekking duration is around 5 hours per day, covering a distance of 12-13 km. However, the stunning scenery and immersive cultural experiences make it all worthwhile.