Overview:
Forget Ha Giang, because Huu Lien is about to become your new favourite destination! This off-the-beaten-path adventure begins with a scenic drive from Hanoi, leading to a welcoming homestay where local cuisine and warm hospitality await. Dive into thrilling motorbike rides, serene lake swims, and picturesque sunsets with beers and a BBQ under the stars.
Day two offers biking through stunning landscapes, exploring hidden caves, and enjoying unforgettable views from mountain peaks. After a historical cave tour, unwind with locally-made dishes (complete with rice wine!). The final day features a hike to a secret lagoon and waterfall, wrapping up an unforgettable journey before heading back to Hanoi. Discover Vietnam’s hidden treasures!
Itinerary:
Day 1
- 8 am – Meet at Hanoi Opera House to kick off your adventure! The bus leaves at 8:30 am for a 2.5-hour scenic drive to Huu Lien.
- 11 am – Arrive in Huu Lien and check into your cosy homestay.
- 12 pm – Enjoy a hearty local lunch.
- 1.30 pm – Gear up for an afternoon adventure with motorbike rides (either driving or riding pillion), farmland walks, and exploring the legendary ‘drunk’ cave. Stop at a local market for beers and snacks before ending with a sunset swim at the lake.
- 6.30 pm – Return to the homestay for a BBQ dinner and bonfire under the stars.
Day 2
- 7.30 am – Enjoy a tasty breakfast to fuel you for another day of epic adventure!
- 9 am – Strap on your helmet and get ready to pedal your way through paradise, stopping at picturesque viewpoints and hidden caves.
- 10.30 am – Hike to a famous peak for stunning 360-degree views of one of Vietnam’s most beautiful places.
- 12 pm – Enjoy more local cuisine for lunch.
- 1 pm – Jump back on the bikes and visit a historical cave, before heading back to the homestay with a coffee stop along the way.
- 6.30 pm – Enjoy evening drinks (hello beer and rice wine!) and stories, followed by dinner and optional traditional footbaths and massages. Perfect after a day of adventuring!
Day 3
- 8 am – Start the day with a light breakfast before you say farewell to your homestay.
- 9 am – Lace up your hiking boots and get ready for a short hike to a hidden lagoon with a waterfall.
- 12 pm – Head to a campsite where you’ll enjoy a locally sourced lunch. A little later, the bus departs, leaving you with unforgettable memories of Huu Lien, a true hidden gem!
Accommodation:
You will stay at a local homestay during your time in Huu Lien. The standard accommodation is a single bed in a shared room, but there are private rooms available too.
Food:
Food is a special highlight of the tour, all fresh and locally sourced – it will be some of the best food that you taste in the whole of Vietnam! Vegetarians, vegans and all other dietary requirements can be catered for. (Just add your requirements in the ‘additional information’ box when booking.)
Guide:
English and Vietnamese are spoken.
What’s Included:
Includes:
- Transport to/from Hanoi
- Accommodation in a local homestay
- All meals during the tour
- Bike rental
- Petrol
- Pillion driver (optional)
- All entrance fees
Does Not Include:
- Booze
- Additional snacks or coffee
- Head torches (for the cave)
- Traditional foot bath/massage
- Additional experiences (e.g. horse riding, bamboo rafting, ziplining, etc)
FAQs:
- What should I pack for the trip? Light, comfortable clothing, flip flops, hiking shoes or trainers, camera (phone), waterproof jacket if you are travelling during the rainy season (July-September), and warm clothing if you are travelling during the winter (December-February). Remember your headtorch for the cave!
- What is the best time of year to do this trip? This tour can be done any time of year as the countryside is accessible year-round. Bring rain layers if you are travelling during the rainy season (July-September).
- What is the average age of people on the tour? All ages! From young backpackers to families and retired couples!
- Can I leave my luggage in Hanoi while I do the tour? Yes, there is a secure place in Hanoi to leave your luggage if you like and take a smaller bag with you to Huu Lien. Please tell us you want to do this in the additional information box when booking.
- I’m a vegetarian/vegan and/or I have an allergy or a specific diet, can I be catered for on this trip? Yes. Please write your dietary requirements in the additional information box when booking.
Hi, I’m Nikki and I started South East Asia Backpacker in 2008 after my own first solo backpacking trip! My vision was to create a travel diary for everyone, a place for travellers to share their experiences from the road. After backpacking and writing about Southeast Asia for over 10 years, I saw the opportunity to provide backpackers with the kind of experiences that I’d treasured myself in the region!
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