Itinerary
Day 1: Water wheels walk and rafting | 2.5 km easy walk – 1.5 hours | 2 km rafting – 1.5 hours
AM: You enter Pu Luong Nature Reserve by road via a breathtaking mountain pass giving you a panoramic view of the whole valley. You arrive at your accommodation in time for a delicious lunch, followed by free time to explore the beautiful retreat, with its captivating panoramic views and tranquil setting.
PM: You will be transffed to a suspension bridge over the Cham River, where you begin your walk in search of stunning water wheels. Get up close to each wheel and discover how water is moved from river to handmade bamboo aqueducts via simple constructions of all sizes.
Arriving at a local fisherman’s house, you have a short rest to gear up for the rafting adventure with Dinh and his team. Float along the calm river and enjoy the views, in between learning how to paddle and steer your handcrafted rafts.
Arriving at scenic Tan Lap bridge, you disembark to be transferred back to Pu Luong Retreat for dinner.
Day 2: Enthralling trekking routes | 6 km easy walking – 3 hours | 6 km biking combine walking – 3 hours
AM: Start early to descend into the beautiful valley facing the Retreat where you walk around tumbling rice terraces. Trek through small paths shrouded in vegetation to slowly reveal a picturesque village sitting at the base of a towering mountain.Your camera will not be able to sit still!
Continuing to the base of the valley, you weave between roads and farmland, villages and wild fields, ponds and rivers, mountains and open land. Savour the ever-changing scenery as you trek to a beautiful spot to enjoy a simple picnic lunch.
PM: After enjoying delicious food, you have free time to explore the refreshing water to the nearby river, before moving to our pick up tuk tuk to be transferred back to the Retreat.
Day 3: Village life and the community | 3 km easy walk – 2 hours
AM: You have the chance to get close to village life and interact with locals living in the hills above the Retreat. Glimpse at daily life, walk around working farmland and rice fields, and learn about making rice wine and weaving colourful textiles, followed by lunch at the Lodge.
PM: Check out the Lodge. See you next time!
Service Inclusion
- Private bed (House on stilt) or Private room with ensuite (for Bungalow)
- All activities are mentioned in specific itineraries
- Entrance and Sightseeing fees
- Full board: 3 lunches, 2 dinners, 2 breakfasts
- River rafting
- Free Wi-Fi at Pu Luong Retreat
- Welcome drink
- 2 bottles of water in rooms daily
Service Exclusion
- River kayaking: US$ / 1 guest / kayak
- Drinks, Gratuities and other personal expenses
- English/French speaking guide
