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Cycle through stilt-house villages
and golden rice paddies
Enjoy a traditional dinner
with the White Thai ethnic group
Slow walk through the local villages
and listen to old stories
Explore local markets brimming
with handmade brocade and crafts
Peaceful valley wrapped in nature and cultural warmth
Mai Chau is the kind of place that invites you to breathe deeper and move slower. Just a few hours from Hanoi, this quiet valley is where towering limestone mountains give way to rice fields, bamboo groves, and stilt houses belonging to the White Thai ethnic group.This is the land of gentle beauty - whether you're cycling through fields dotted with water buffalo, take a long walk to hidden villages, or sipping tea with your hosts by a fire. Local life unfolds softly with children waving from doorways, women weaving brocade on wooden looms, and the evening hums with the sounds of bamboo flutes and folk dances.
At Viland Travel, we design your Mai Chau stay as an immersive retreat: walk scenic trails, try regional dishes, or simply let time stretch under the thatched roof of a cozy homestay. This soul-soothing countryside is where all travelers often dream of - but rarely find.
Highlights
- Trek to the secluded villages of Ban Buoc and Hang Kia
- Stay overnight in a traditional stilt house for an authentic experience
- Discover Mai Chau’s vibrant craft culture and dance performances
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Mai Chau is where you disconnect from the noise and reconnect with simplicity. Nothing is better than waking up with the fresh cooling air and warm sunlight from the windows. I recommend staying in a stilt house, joining a family meal, then waking early to watch the morning mist roll across the paddies. It’s pure, peaceful, and surprisingly moving.
Alex Dang
Senior Travel Designer
Why travel with Viland?
Crafted with you in mind
Each journey begins with listening. We design experiences that reflect your pace, your passions, and the stories you wish to uncover. With thoughtful guidance and care, every detail is curated just for you.
Authentic experiences
Our trips are crafted by a team who truly knows the destinations - from seasoned travel designers to local guides with years of on-the-ground experience. They bring you beyond what the normal booked guides always do, to places and stories only insiders can show. Every detail is personal, every moment is one of a kind.
Leave a Positive Trace
Every Viland luxury journey is designed with care - for people and the planet. By choosing local partners, supporting community-led projects, and prioritizing low-impact travel, you help preserve cultures and natural beauty for generations to come.
Trip Inspiration
Get inspired with our Mai Chau journeys - and let us craft yours to make your mark in Vietnam
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When to visit?
The best times to visit Mai Chau are from March to May and September to November when the weather is mild and the rice fields are either green or golden. Winter (December - February) is dry but cooler.
Sunny days
March - May, September - November
Rainy Season
June - August
Festivals
March (Na Tang festival of the Thai), October (new rice festival), traditional folk dance evenings year-round
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Plan your trip Vietnam
No matter how you imagine your trip - restful, adventurous, or deeply cultural - our travel designers are here to bring it to life with care and local insight.
Plan with Confidence
Traveling today calls for thoughtful planning, and with Viland Travel, you’ll never have to navigate it alone. Our experienced team is here to support you at every step - from the first idea to the final farewell.Should unexpected changes arise, we’ll do our best to adjust your plans smoothly, find the right alternatives, and ensure you’re always cared for. And if no solution feels right, our money-back guarantee offers added peace of mind - because your journey should feel as secure as it is inspiring.
