Spring Valley: Explore Northwest Spring Nature

Only 3 hours away from Hanoi, Buot valley once again becomes an ideal destination for souls who love nature and want to experience traditional cultural activities. Let the brilliant beauty of spring in Buot village captivate visitors with wonderful experiences in the 2-day-1-night Buot Spring Valley tour  !

Joining the 2 days 1 night Spring Valley tour , you will experience the following unique features:

• Explore the brilliant spring natural scenery: You will freely explore the Spring Valley, which is changing its new color. Unlike the lush green scenery in the summer, coming to the village in the spring you will admire the picture with brilliant natural colors of peach blossoms and mustard flowers covering the entire village.
• Experience wrapping banh chung and snail cakes with villagers: This activity contributes to helping visitors have meaningful and interesting experiences when making banh chung and snail cakes with the ethnic people here. Not only that, visitors can also understand how to decorate indoor and outdoor spaces, welcome guests according to traditional customs, experience culinary culture, folk games, etc. during Tet days of the ethnic community. Thai, Mong.
• Experience Northwest cuisine: In the chilly weather of spring, next to the glowing charcoal stove, you will enjoy hot dishes with fresh, local ingredients, ensuring quality, prepared by the people themselves. This place is carefully selected.
• Light a fire and gather around to chat: Putting aside the tiredness and sadness in life, gathering together to chat, humming songs and music next to a warm, flickering fire will definitely be an experience you won’t be able to experience. Miss it when coming to Buot village in winter.
• Warm relaxing activities: In the cold weather of winter in the mountains, you will experience warm relaxing activities such as bathing in Bo Am natural hot mineral springs or soaking in herbal feet of the Dao people. These will definitely be great therapies to help you relax your muscles and bones, dispel fatigue after a long journey.

Services included in the tour:

• Northwest-style meals (Breakfast (1), Lunch (2), Dinner (1))
• 1 night stay at a Thai ethnic community stilt house (if you want private space, you can request for an additional fee).
• Experiential activities: Cycling next to organic rice fields, kayaking, bathing at Bang Dong waterfall, fishing, afternoon tea next to the stream, bathing in natural hot springs and visiting Tat Nang waterfall.
• Local travel guide.
• Dao herbal foot bath.
• The car moves from Buot village to Tat Nang waterfall, Bo Am hot spot.
• WIFI free
• Parking lot in the village

Services not included in the tour:

• Any personal expenses
• Additional food or drinks outside the tour package
• Any other additional services

How to move:

• Personal vehicle: Move to Buot village, Son La according to Google Maps navigation.
• Public transportation: You can go to kilometer 81 Son La from Hanoi and Van Ho Agritage will arrange transportation to pick you up.

You need to prepare:

• Insect sprays/lotions (if any)

COSTUME

• 1 wind jacket/life jacket (in winter)
• Swimming clothes

ACCESSORY

• Sunglasses
• Sun hat
• Sunscreen
• Anti-mosquito cream
• Encourage you to bring personal household items (brush, facial mask, etc.) to protect the environment

Note:

• Tours to experience nature and culture are held in wild and natural villages. You and your family need to be mentally prepared to participate in the experience.
• Prices may vary based on the number of participants per trip. Prices listed are starting prices per person. Prices for groups of 4-8 people will have separate incentives.
• Please see our “Upcoming Tours” section for other exciting tours. For customized tours, please send us a direct message for more information.

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NOTE:

• Bring insect repellent/smear
• Prepare hats and clothes that are easy to use and suitable for the trip
• Encourage you to bring personal household items to protect the environment

SERVICES NOT INCLUDED IN TOUR PRICE:

Bonfire Night Immersed in Thai Ethnic Culture: Experience the enchanting ambiance of Thai ethnic culture and identity in Buot village, where the night comes alive with flickering campfires and traditional Xoe and Thai dances. This cultural spectacle promises to leave an indelible mark on every visitor’s heart, where cultures collide and emotions soar.

Motorbike Rental for Exploration: Visitors can rent motorbikes from the village’s car service team to explore the surrounding areas or embark on adventures to slightly remote locations, adding flexibility and excitement to their journey.

Camping Tent Rental/Stream Camping: Numerous picturesque spots within the village offer ideal camping locations for visitors to enjoy outdoor activities with their families. Renting a tent and experiencing the “no wifi” life adds a unique charm to the adventure. Guests can also relish meals amidst the majestic yet serene surroundings next to natural streams in the heart of the valley.

Laundry Service: For added convenience, guests can utilize the laundry service offered by Agritage Hill. Simply contact us directly for assistance.

Incentives for Local Agricultural Products: Tourists availing Van Ho Agritage’s tour services are entitled to discounts ranging from 15% to 30% when purchasing local agricultural products. These products, cultivated organically in the fields of Buot village, promise quality and freshness.

APPLICABLE CONDITIONS:

For Vietnamese guests and foreigners residing in Vietnam with a confirmed and safe Covid declaration schedule, we offer the following benefits:

1. Free change of stay date up to 10 days before check-in, providing flexibility and peace of mind for your travel plans.
2. Groups of guests consisting of 15 people or more will receive additional special incentives. For more details, please reach out to Agritage Hill directly to discuss personalized arrangements.

We prioritize your safety and comfort, ensuring a memorable and hassle-free experience during your stay with us.

CHILDREN POLICY:

• Children under 5 years old: 100% free tour package, family takes care of any additional expenses (if any)
• Children from 5 years old to under 10 years old: 70% of tour price.
• Children 10 years and older: 100% tour price as adults.

TOUR BOOKING PROCESS:

Please carefully review the tour experiences and activities to ensure they match your preferences. You can complete the tour booking information on the booking form page or directly communicate with our consultants.

After booking the tour, a member of the Van Ho Agritage staff will contact you to provide guidance on the next steps. If you haven’t received a response within a reasonable timeframe, please feel free to call us directly or check your spam folder, as our email may have been filtered there.

Upon confirmation of your booking, we kindly request that you make a payment of 50% of the total service cost, as determined by Van Ho Agritage.

Before your departure, our staff will contact you to assist you with the necessary preparation steps. Alternatively, you can contact the Van Ho Agritage staff responsible for your tour with any inquiries.

The remaining service costs can be settled at Van Ho Agritage three days before your departure. We look forward to welcoming you and ensuring you have a memorable experience with us.

LUNCH DAY 01

DINNER DAY 01

LUNCH DAY 02