Tour Đà Bắc- Bản Sưng
Perched high above the Đà River, hidden behind layers of mist and mountains, lies Sưng Village — home to the Dao Tiền, one of Vietnam’s most culturally rich and visually striking ethnic groups. With stilt houses made from earth and palm leaves, embroidered clothing still worn daily, and centuries-old crafts kept alive by hand — this is not just a visit. It’s a passage through time. To get there, you’ll glide across the tranquil Đà River, once one of the fiercest rivers in Southeast Asia. Towering karst cliffs, drowned forests, and the echo of sunken villages accompany your journey into this otherworldly mountain world. In Sưng, silence is sacred, smiles are stories, and life unfolds slowly — as if the mountains themselves are watching.
Tour Information
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- Duration
2 Days
- Difficulty:
Moderate
Important Notes
- Minimum 4 pax to operate tour
- Dorm or private room options available
- Trek difficulty: easy-moderate, but requires basic mobility
- Children under 6 not advised (due to terrain and village limitations)
- Tour starts and ends in Mai Chau — contact for Hanoi departures
- Weather may affect trekking route (alternatives provided if needed)
Tour Itinerary
Two days. One journey. A lifetime of memories.
From your first moments drifting across the tranquil Da River, to hands-on workshops with Dao artisans in a hidden mountain village, every moment is crafted to reconnect you with something deeper.
You’ll sleep in traditional stilt houses, dine on home-cooked local meals, and hike through an ancient forest where time seems to stand still. This isn’t just a tour — it’s a rare chance to live a story few ever get to tell.
MAI CHAU – SUỐI LỚN LAKE – SƯNG VILLAGE – HANDICRAFT WORKSHOPS
08:00 – Pick-up at your accommodation in Mai Chau
08:30 – Drive to Suoi Lon boat pier
09:00 – Scenic boat ride across the lake
10:00 – Arrive at opposite shore, car transfer to Sưng Village (no trekking required)
11:00 – Village tour: Explore Dao Tiền architecture and lifestyle
12:00 – Enjoy a home-cooked local lunch with your host family
13:00 – 13:30 – Rest or explore on your own
13:30 – 15:30 – Dó Paper Workshop: Learn how to make paper by hand from tree bark
15:30 – 17:00 – Beeswax Batik & Indigo Dyeing: Make your own Dao-inspired pattern
19:00 – Traditional dinner featuring local mountain cuisine
20:00 – 21:00 – Cultural performance: Bell dance, leaf flute, and mountain songs
Overnight in a stilt house dorm (or upgrade to private room)
ANCIENT FOREST TREK – CAVE EXPLORATION – HOT SPRING OPTION
06:00 – 08:00 – Wake up to mountain air, local breakfast
08:30 – 12:30 – Trek into the ancient forest:
Visit a limestone cave
See ancient Shan Tuyết tea trees
Learn about Dao herbal medicine
12:30 – 13:30 – Lunch at the village
13:30 – 14:00 – Travel back to lakeside
14:00 – 15:00 – Boat ride back across the lake
Optional: Herbal bath or foot soak (on-site, not included)
16:30 – 17:30 – Return to Mai Chau. Tour ends.
This isn’t a resort escape. It’s a return — to the mountains, to the mist, to something older than roads and clocks. In Sưng, every moment lingers: the warmth of a grandmother’s smile, the quiet hum of a loom, the scent of herbs deep in an ancient forest. You’ll batik with beeswax, listen to flutes made from leaves, and trek where no signals reach — because some connections don’t need Wi-Fi.
Includes And Not Included
Tour Includes:
- All transport from Mai Chau – boat + car
- Accommodation in village (dorm or private room)
- 3 meals + 1 breakfast
- 2 craft workshops (paper + batik)
- Cultural show and evening performance
- Entrance fees (cave, village, etc.)
- 1 full-day local guide + 1 forest trekking guide
- Tea, coffee, snacks & bottled water
- Basic travel insurance
Not Included:
- Herbal bath or foot soak (optional)
- Personal expenses, VAT invoice, or tips
- Alcohol and beverages outside the meals
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to be very fit for this tour?
Not at all! Most of the trip involves relaxing cultural activities. The forest trek is moderate and can be adjusted to your pace. No extreme fitness required.
Can I upgrade to a private room?
Yes! You can upgrade from a shared stilt house dorm to a private room for extra comfort. Just let us know when booking.
Are meals included?
Absolutely — all main meals and breakfast are included. Vegetarian options are available upon request.
Is the herbal bath included?
It’s optional and available on-site for an extra fee. Totally worth it after the forest trek!
