6 Day 5 Night Hanoi- Ninh Binh- Halong Bay Tour from Malaysia. Day 1: Hanoi - Arrival - Water puppet show. Day 2: Hanoi city excursion. Day 3: Ninh Binh full-day excursion. Day 4: Hanoi - Ha Long, overnight onboard . Day 5: Ha Long - Hanoi with breakfast and lunch onboard. Day 6: Hanoi - Departure Moc Chau is one of the mountainous districts of Son La province, located about 147 kilometres from Son La city and 187 kilometres from Hanoi. It normally takes between 4.5 hours to reach Moc Chau by car. The region is a destination of choice for the people of Hanoi to spend the weekend in the heart of lush orchards at another Da Lat in the North. How to get to Moc Chau *When you book a 3 days inclusive package, your transport from Hanoi to the race and back to Hanoi is included. Buses with the route Hanoi - Son La/Dien Bien will pass by Moc Chau. International Tour Operator License No. 10-001/2020/TCDL-GP LHQT issued on 8th Oct. 2020 (2ad Adjustment) by VNAT. Tax code: Package Tours . Vietnam. Northern Vietnam. Mai Chau. Moc Chau - Mai Chau (2 Days 1 Night from Hanoi) Tour Information. Payment. Comfirmation. Duration: 2 day(s) 1 night(s) Destination: Hanoi Moc Chau Mai Chau. 1. Number of Travelers (*) Adults. Children(2-10 years old) Infants( 2 years old) 2. Mừng sinh nhật 10 năm tuổi. Vietmountain Travel kính tặng quý khách voucher tour Mai Châu - Mộc Châu 2N1Đ trọn gói chỉ: 799.000 vnđ/khách. (Áp dụng từ 22/10/2022 - 31/12/2022) Xin chân thành cảm ơn quý khách hàng đã luôn tin tưởng và sử dụng dịch vụ của Vietmountain Travel trong suốt thời gian qua. 4acR. Moc Chau is located northwest of Hanoi. It takes 5 hours drive and is a distance of 200 km Mộc Châu is a rural district of Sơn La Province in the Northwest region of Vietnam. As of 2003, the district had a population of 118,867. The district covers an area of 2,025 km². The district capital lies at Mộc Châu. It is a wonderful tour to escape from Hanoi’s bustling city to Moc Chau for 2 days / 1 night. Moc Chau is reputed for its hill-tribes such as White & Black Thai People and Muong People. Famous for its green tea hills and Moc Chau milk, and wonderful natural landscape, and Dai Yem waterfalls, Hill Pine, and Orchid flower gardens. Moc Chau has become an ideal place to visit at weekends for Vietnamese people, and as a stopover on the North-west tour for foreign travelers as well. Coming to Moc Chau travelers meet interesting people of the hill tribe lands, enjoy the local foods, are attracted by breathtaking scenery from hills to mountains and green valleys, and are refreshed by really very fresh air and full of the green colors of the tea hills. Area 782 m2, Province Son La Province, Population 118,867 2003. To book Moc Chau tours, Email mocchau INDEPENDENT TRAVELVisaVietnam has extended visa exemption for tourists from 25 countries – please see the list e-visa is also applicable for citizens of 80 countries – see the list here and apply Airport, HanoiThe closest international airport to the race area is Noi Bai International Airport HAN, in can take Bus No. 86 VND 45,000/person or a taxi from the airport to the city center, the cost is around VND 350,000/4-seat/ Airport, HanoiNoi Bai Domestic Airport is right next to the international to Moc ChauFrom Hanoi, you can travel to Moc Chau by bus or bus stations My Dinh Bus Station and Yen Nghia Bus Station. Buses with the route Hanoi – Son La/Dien Bien will pass by Moc can also book Hai Van bus ticket via their mobile app, or visit check online bus ticket website like ChauIn Moc Chau, most accommodations lie around Muong Thanh Hotel 21/42/70km start from the hotel itself and 10km runners will be picked up from a nearby place for transfer to start. We will also arrange shuttle buses back from finish to Muong Thanh Hotel for all runners. Therefore, accommodations close to Muong Thanh Hotel are see the detailed program here and accommodation recommend that you buy your bus ticket and hotel room minimum one month prior to the race as both will fill up very fast for VTM transport taxi, rented motorbike With these offer, we have build our reputation! The Best Moc Chau Tour Services Duration 2 Days/ 1 Night Overview Moc Chau, about 200 km away from Hanoi. It is a rather small town in the northwest mountainous area of Vietnam. This city is a very popular traveller destination. Especially in spring when peaches blossom in bloom. Moc Chau is famous for its beautiful flower fields, green tea plants, fresh milk, and the love market of the H’Mong ethnic minority. Notes This itinerary is a private tour. It shows you what is possible to travel and visiting with our guide and driver We CAN also tailor made this trip as your requirement and budget such as accommodation, its inclusions… Moc Chau Tour Travel Map Itinerary Details Day 1 Hanoi - Moc Chau - Visit Hmong Village. O/n At Homestay L/D Morning activities Our guide and driver pick you up from your hotel in Hanoi. Then departure to Moc Chau. On the halfway we will stop in stopover for a short break and sightsee at Thung Khe pass Mai Chau – Hoa Binh. After that, continue to enjoy the beautiful scenery of North West region to Moc Chau. Afternoon activities We will arrive in Moc Chau around 1230 pm. After that check in the room also have a lunch with the special food of the North West. Our tour guide invites you to visit the village of H’Mong Ethnic family. Where you have a chance to know more about their lifestyle. Besides, you will enjoy the glamor of the beautiful rolling hills of wild flowers, gardens of plump trees, peach trees. Visit Moc Chau San Tuyet tea factory. Where produce the best quality of Shan Tuyet Tea by the traditional method of Moc Chau. Return to the hotel or homestay to unwind And take a picture with the sunset at Moc Chau. Enjoy the dinner and have fun with activities. Such as Traditional games. Enjoy the night in homestay. Day 2 More Discover Moc Chau - Hanoi B/L Morning activities You may get up early to enjoy the peaceful atmosphere and the sunrise. Then we have breakfast around am – am. am The tour guide will take you to visit some famous places in Moc Chau. Such as Bat Cave, Dai Yem Waterfall, Pine forest. And around am we will go to the local market to own special local products like fruits, sausages… Return to the hotel or homestay, check out and have lunch. Afternoon activities This is time to say goodbye to the local host in Moc Chau for coming back to Hanoi around 1430. Half way back in Hanoi, you’ve a short break. On the way up & down if you wish to stop anywhere, any time. Just let our guide stop for photos or meet & talk with local people… Our tour to Moc Chau will finish around 1830 in Hanoi. And hope you have a wonderful time in the Northwest of Vietnam with the Origin Travel team. We hope to have the chance to serve you again in another destination in Vietnam. Happy travel! PRIVATE door to door transport new vehicle with air-conditioned Experience English speaking guide Meals as mentioned above B= Breakfast, L= Lunch, D = Dinner Good selection homestay Note Stilt house for homestay is standard, it is a share with has the curtain to separate each mattress, share bathroom together. However, it is clean and safe for stay Entrance fees Tea farm visit and tea tasting Mineral water daily 2 bottle 500ml/per day Permission 24/7 hotline support guaranteed Bank fees if payment by credit card Gov tax and service charge No extra charge after final confirmation International, Domestic Air Fare in & out Vietnam Additional sightseeing or extra usage of vehicle, other than mentioned in the itinerary Personal expenses such as laundry, telephone calls, soft & hard drinks Tips are welcomed! Travel Insurance Ms Angela Ms Lucy Ms. Angela & Ms. Lucy is our experts for this itinerary and as seasoned travellers she has the inside track on the most memorable adventures. Verified Reviews For Moc Chau Tour {{ reviewsTotal }}{{ }} {{ reviewsTotal }}{{ }} {{ }} {{ }} Tours by TripsPoint Asia Vietnam Hoa Binh Moc Chau & Mai Chau Tour - 3 Days Trip from Hanoi On the tour page Essential information Tour Highlights Tour Description Photos What’s included and excluded Tour Itinerary Additional information Prices & Availability Reviews Pick-Up locations Pick-Up time Cancellation policy Duration - 3 days Multi-Day Tours & Cruises What’s this? After you book the Tour or Activity we send you your Tour Voucher or a Tickets. The Voucher is your booking confirmation and tour providers can accept e-Voucher, printed Voucher or both Voucher types. e-Voucher means that's enough, if you save received Voucher to your phone and show on the tour beginning. Printed Voucher means after receiving the Voucher you have to print it and take with you to give it printed to the tour provovider at the tour beginning. e-Voucher Guide options If the tour is guided here you can see available tour languages. Usually it means along the tour you have a professional tour guide guiding the tour in one or a few specified languages. Some tours or Activities doesn't require the guide and have a pilots, instructors or simply provider's team member who take care of you along the tour. In this case it's marked as "Not Guided" tour, because it doesn't require a professional tour guide. Language English Hotel Pick-Up in Hanoi Old Quarter. On the Moc Chau & Mai Chau Tour - 3 Days Trip from Hanoi you will visit North-West area of Vietnam, Mai Chau Mountains and village, watch the Dai Yem Waterwall, do short trekkings, boat trips, cycling, visit caves and even H’Mong tribe - the ethnic minority living in harmony with nature. Easy cycling and trekking tours around! Staying in private homestays with locals - you have your own private room! Learn a tea producing process! Get in tour closely with true local style of life, so close to Mother Nature! Enjoy amazing waterfalls, villages, tea plantations and workshops, discover caves and jungle! Relax in beautiful gardens and scenery, coming thoroughly to your peace of mind! Moc Chau & Mai Chau Tour - 3 Days Trip from Hanoi Amazing Moc Chau & Mai Chau Tour - 3 Days Trip from Hanoi allows you to discover the North-West of Vietnam along this 3 days and 2 nights tour. You will have the homestay accommodation with own room in the Moc Chau Arena Village and from here we will be exploring the beauty of Noth-West in different manners combining different types of activities such as light trekking, discovering local style of life, cave exploring, observing how the local minority live in peace with nature, etc. Full Itinerary of the Moc Chau & Mai Chau Tour DAY 1 Lunch and Dinner included 645 - Our bus and tour guide pick you up at the Hotel located in Hanoi central part then departure to Moc Chau. You have a short break in Hoa Binh for refreshment. After that, we keep going to Moc Chau, on the way as it usually on our Mai Chau tours driving through the Hoa Binh province and Ninh Binh you have chance to enjoy the glamour of the North-West, the land of forests, mountains, valleys and Vietnamese ethnic villages. 1230 - Arrival to Moc Chau Arena Village, check in the room, have a lunch with the special dishes of the North-West. 1430 - The travel guide will take you to visit some famous place at Moc Chau such as the garden of orchids - the specific flower of forests in the North-West, enjoy the charming beauty of precious orchids. You can visit the Dai Yem Waterfall, listen to a legend about a beautiful girl using her blouse to rescue a boy from flood water. The next attraction is the pine forest of Ang village, a dreamlike place with immense green colour of pines by a big beautiful lake. Besides, you will enjoy the glamour of the beautiful rolling hills of wild flowers, gardens of plump-trees, peach-trees…and you can visit a family of Ethnic people on the way to discover their traditional customs. Back to the Moc Chau Arena Village, you can use the “bathe in tea”, “bathe in fresh milk” or massage service, which are especially good for your health not included and optional service on this day tour . 1800 - Have dinner after the day trip with specialties of the North-West and, after the dinner, you can join in an important process to make good tea products, called “dry tea in the pan”. After that, you enjoy a hot tea that has just made by your own hands. Special choice for big groups or on the special request join the camp fire, enjoy the show that is performed by the art performance group of the local people. Overnight at Arena Village. DAY 2 Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner included You can get up early to enjoy the pure peaceful atmosphere and sunrise. 700 - 730 - Have a breakfast. 800 - You’ll visit Ngu Dong Ban On - fives cave systems associated with the theory of five elements Metal, Wood, Water, Fire and Earth. Inside the cave there are many beautiful stalactites, impressive crystallized over thousands of years created many impressive shape. Along the way, visitors can enjoy the spectacular natural landscape of northwestern mountains with ancient trees, many trees and flowers along the roadside weeds. 1130 - Back to Moc Chau Arena Village for lunch. Afternoon You can enjoy free bike admire the beauty of the plateau or leisure, green tea picking experience at Arena village. Evening time Have a dinner and overnight at the Arena. DAY 3 Breakfast and Lunch included After breakfast, you are starting an interesting trekking journey go through the valleys, forests, mountains to arrive in the villages of H’Mong tribe - ethnic minority. Here you will discover their ways of life, their original customs, enjoy the special local foods. 1130 - Back to Moc Chau Arena Village, check out the room. 1200 - Have a lunch. 1330 - Return to Hanoi city. 1730 - Arrival to Hanoi Capital and drop you at your Hotel - Good Bye and See you Again on another exciting multi- and full day tours exploring Vietnam. Learn more about the places you are going to visit on the Moc Chau & Mai Chau Tour MOC CHAU Moc Chau is a big, mountainous district of Son La Province, about 125 miles 200 kilometers west of Hanoi. It produces a terrific intermediate stop in between Hanoi and Mai Chau, a popular traveler location that resembles Sapa. Moc Chau is at an elevation of 3,460 feet 1,054 meters above water level and has a temperate environment with the typical temperature levels being a cool 60- 79 ° F 15- 26 ° C. It's one of the most significant plateaus in Vietnam, extending some 50 miles 80 kilometers long and 16 miles 25 kilometers broad. Thanks to the cool environment, it's house to about 3,000 hectares of tea gardens. There are lots of big tea farms and some of the most popular ones are in Nong Truong, Moc Chau Town, and Tan Lap Commune. These huge green tea plantations extend as far as the eye can see, spreading out over lots of rolling hills. Throughout spring, it's a tea tree event! The plateau will invite you with a moderate environment, and maybe even rain. A revitalizing breeze constantly brushes through the slopes of the plateaus throughout this time, and the rustle of the tea leaves is serene background sound. The location is occupied by individuals of various ethnic minorities, the primary group being the Hmong, similar to in Sapa. Other minorities are Dao, Kho Mu, and La Ha Tay. You can identify these people of individuals from one another, based upon the colors and designs of their tribal attire. Moc Chau is a considerable manufacturer of premium tea. The various ranges of tea are likewise processed in a different way. The tea trees discovered here can be lots of years of ages and types, the older ones produce the very best quality leaves. They can grow up to 52 feet 16 meters in height if tea plants are left undisturbed. They are cut to waist levels for ease of plucking. Harvest season is from April to December, covering a duration of 9 months. The typical belief is that tea leaves plucked in April produce the best-tasting tea, as they are the very first delegates be drawn out after a four-month duration of rest. The very best time of day to select leaves is thought about to be from 900 to 300 MAI CHAU Embed in a picturesque valley, hemmed in by hills, the Mai Chau location is a world far from Hanoi's hustle. The town of Mai Chau itself is unattractive, however simply outside the patchwork of rice fields presents, speckled by small Thai towns where visitors doss down for the night in standard stilt homes and awaken to a rural soundtrack specified by gurgling watering streams and birdsong. The villagers are mainly White Thai, distantly associated to people in Thailand, Laos, and China. A lot of no longer wear standard gown, however the Thai females are skillful weavers producing lots of traditional-style fabrics. Residents do not use strong-arm sales methods here courteous bargaining is the standard. Due to its appeal, some discover the Mai Chau trip group experience too sterilized. If you're trying to find hard-core expedition, this is not the location, however for cycling, treking, and relaxation, calm Mai Chau fits the expense well. Nestled in between 2 imposing cliffs and surrounded by emerald green paddies, it is a captivating sight as you approach down the windy cliff side roadway and the towns and surrounding countryside present a picturesque rural scene that might quickly appeal you into remaining longer than planned. In spring Mai Chau is a brilliant, nearly parrot-green and by fall this green changes into golden shades as the rice approaches harvest. Making the effort to view these shifts of colour appears like a completely beneficial method to invest your time while there. The landscapes isn't the only factor visitors flood to Mai Chau though; those regreting the lack of genuinely spending plan lodging in Vietnam will more than happy to discover that this is one location you can remain for a tune. The budget plan lodging choice is a 'homestay' in a stilt home in among the ethnic White Thai towns a brief walk from Mai Chau town. While lodging and other services are run by ethnic minority households who have actually lived on and worked the land for generations, this is barely like trucking into a Karen town in northern Thailand and remaining in the extra space of somebody's home here its purpose-built to provide travelers the 'homestay' experience, while the careful eye of the federal government makes sure they have western toilets, sufficient bed linen, and often even satellite TVs in the typical spaces. Still, it's a pleasurable part of a remain in Mai Chau, especially when your hosts present the rice white wine and conventional dancing. In spite of this tourist-driven set-up, and the routine increase of visitors, the towns stay a fairly tranquil retreat, and it's heartening to see how the increase of traveler dollars hasn't altered the important character of the residents, which we evaluate to be as easy-going and warm as you please. As far as consuming is worried, all guesthouses in the towns use food at rather sensible rates and differing requirements. If they do not live up to your expectations there is little alternative other than to track back into town to attempt the regional dining establishments. Be cautioned though you will have a hard time to discover anything of exceptional worth there. The very best time to check out Mai Chau is in between October and April, as beyond these times Mai Chau can end up being unbearably hot, specific in June through to August, and if you're remaining in a homestay you'll discover little break from the heat as electrical power does not begin till the night. The Moc Chau & Mai Chau Tour - 3 Days Trip from Hanoi in a small group and sometimes even privately, if there are no other participants beside of you, is the best option to really feel the spirit of real Vietnam! Inclusions Lunch and breakfast, as stated in the Itinerary. English speaking guide. All transfers and equipment. Accommodation. Exclusions Drinks are not included and paid separately. Visited Places Please, read full tour description to understand detailed Moc Chau & Mai Chau Tour - 3 Days Trip itinerary. Frequently Asked Questions How much time does the Moc Chau & Mai Chau Tour - 3 Days Trip from Hanoi take? How many days in advance I must book Moc Chau & Mai Chau Tour - 3 Days Trip from Hanoi? 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Joining our tour, we promise to bring you the most remarkable memories of your life Read more ➤ Price from € Book with€ Details Having a few days left in Hanoi and wondering what to do? Don’t waste your time being stuck inside the concrete buildings, but let’s go further to see what Vietnam has to offer. Moc Chau is a humble town roughly 5 hours away from the capital of Vietnam, and is blessed with incredible nature that is still unspoiled by tourist masses. See our guide for all tips and advice for Moc Chau Travel Guide. Quick Notes about Moc Chau Travel Guide Moc Chau is a district of Son La Province in Northwest Vietnam and is a favorite destination for a day trip from Hanoi Weather in Moc Chau is generally cool and temperate, and spring January - March id the ideal time to admire flower valleys in vast and wild nature of Moc Chau Moc Chau is home to multiple ethnic groups in Vietnam, including the Thai, Dao, H’mong, etc. hence the variety of ethnic handicraft arts and cuisines What gains Moc Chau its worldwide reputation endless green valleys, flower fields, pine forest, and Vietnam ethnic cultures What we'll Cover in this Moc Chau Travel Guide What to Pack for Moc Chau Where to Stay in Moc Chau How to Get to Moc Chau from Hanoi What to Do and See in Moc Chau What to Eat in Moc Chau What to Pack for Moc Chau Travel Guide Clothing Moc Chau’s climate is moderately cool all year round, so any warm yet breathable clothing will do, do prioritize pants and long-sleeved tops. In case it rains, you can find disposable ponchos at local shops. Hiking shoes and other hiking essentials for adventurers in Moc Chau, you wouldn’t say no to the hiking and trekking in the forests and caves here, so better come prepared the regretSee recommended hiking shoe brands by professional mountaineers Health-related essentials Bug spray Sunscreen Aloe Vera gel in case of sunburns Hand sanitizers Digestive medicines Electronics Camera Chargers/Batteries Portable charger Phone and Vietnam SIM Cards, mobile data plan, etc. Don’t forget about travel insurance when traveling to a remote area in Vietnam Where to Stay in Moc Chau Travel Guide Moc Chau is a flourishing tourist destination, and with not much effort, you can find a pretty decent stay like a hotel or budget resort. However, for group travels looking for authentic local experiences, opt for a bungalow or a homestay. Overall, accommodations in Moc Chau offer scenic views, occasionally with tours led by local guides. Check our recommendations for Where to Stay in Moc Chau Lavalle Bungalow is among the top choices for staying in Moc Chau Check price and availability Or look for your preference in the search form below How to Get to Moc Chau from Hanoi Distance from Hanoi to Moc Chau 200 km Hanoi to Moc Chau by bus/limousine Travel time 5 hoursTicket from 150,000 VND/pax bus; from VND 250,000/pax limousineBus station in Hanoi with buses to Moc Chau My Dinh Station, Yen Nghia Station To plan your itinerary and avoid scams, look for Hanoi - Moc Chau bus tickets online Hanoi to Moc Chau by motorbike Duration at least 5 - 6 hoursMotorbike rental cost in Hanoi from VND 150,000/bike/day It is tempting to ride a motorbike through mountain passes while admiring rural nature, but it’s advisable not to jeopardize your safety as the mountainous roads are quite undeveloped. See our break-down for the best means to travel from Hanoi to Moc Chau What to Do and See in Moc Chau Travel Thung Khe PassGoogle Maps location Thung Khe Pass is not a part of Moc Chau per se but belongs to Mai Chau District Hoa Binh Province. As you’re getting to Moc Chau from Hanoi via Highway 6, make a quick detour to the Thung Khe Pass or more locally known as the White Stone Pass because of its unique appearance. Be careful if you’re driving your own vehicle, as the deep curves and steep slopes can be quite a challenge. Some tourist buses also stop by this natural wonder for passengers to take pictures or enjoy some street snacks, so make sure to check with the operator. The Thung Khe Pass is a famous stop for many tours from Hanoi to Moc Chau Visit Verdant Plateaus in Moc Chau - What to do in Moc Chau Thanks to its favorable climate and topography, Moc Chau is home to endless plantations and flower fields, namely tea, buckwheat flowers, and plums. Visit Moc Chau during the springtime January - March to enjoy the flower fields blooming in profusion. Some Moc Chau’s fields worth checking out are Na Ka Plum Valley, heart-shaped tea plantation, white kale flowers Cai Flower, and buckwheat flower field. As one of the main tea growing regions in Vietnam, tea plantations are common sights to see along the roads Na Ka Plum Valley from afar Views of the flower fields are even more romantic during its blooming seasons Immerse in Ethnic Cultures at Local Villages - What to do in Moc Chau Ang Village Ban Ang - “ban” stands for village pine forest, campingGoogle Maps location Get your trekking gears and cameras ready to experience the wilderness of Ang Village’s pine forest. “The little Da Lat of Northwest Vietnam” has a gigantic natural lake right beside the poetic pine forest. You can spend a day camping here, wander around, or spend some time with the villagers for a sense of authentic ethnic lifestyle. Strike some poses at the mighty forests Then visit the strawberry farms nearby for fresh strawberries and smoothies Hua Tat Village Ban Hua Tat pine forest, H’mong people’s lifestyleGoogle Maps location Hua Tat Village is where you can immerse in not only the endless rows of pine trees but also the cultural atmosphere of the many H’mong families residing here. Some group tours from Hanoi to Moc Chau sometimes spend quite some time here to learn about the traditional local traits. Follow the locals to learn more about their cultures Rejuvenate at Dai Yem Waterfalls - What to do in Moc ChauGoogle Maps location As the land of many unknown wonders, Moc Chau also offers stunning views to some gorgeous waterfalls in Vietnam, and on top of the list is Dai Yem Waterfall. The best time to see Dai Yem Waterfall is from April to September. Dai Yem is roughly translated as "long pieces of silk", and we can see where it's got such a delicate name Conquer Pha Luong Board Peak - What to do in Moc ChauGoogle Maps location The top of Pha Luong Mountain in Moc Chau overlooks the majestic natural scenery of the Vietnam-Laos’ border. You will need to be accompanied by a local guide to reach the peak, and no one is allowed to stay overnight in this border area, so camping is out of the question. Epic photo opportunities at the Phu Luong Board Peak, on the left side is Laos and Vietnam is on the right side Be Amazed by Moc Chau’s Many Caves - What to do in Moc Chau The Five Caves of On Village Ngu Dong Ban OnGoogle Maps location The cave system is a part of a remote hill, newly discovered by locals in 2006 when people were fleeing from a major flood. The location is hidden in a coarse and treacherous forest that it takes an audacious traveler to reach the caves. Get your trekking gears and camera ready to admire the mysterious beauty of Ngu Dong Ban On. The mystic beauty of Moc Chau's most impressive cave system Bat Cave Doi Cave - “doi” stands for batsGoogle Maps location Though this is not quite like your Bat Man’s fantasy, the mighty appearance and history of which can take you aback. The Bat Cave used to be home to thousands of bats hence the name, a secret military base during the many wars in Vietnam, and now it is crowned as the most beautiful cave in Vietnam, frequently visited by travelers and archeologists. As the old saying goes, "There's always light at the end of the tunnel" Son La Prison Relic and Museum - What to do in Moc ChauGoogle Maps location Moc Chau District, and Son La Province in general, carry many courageous stories of the war-torn past. The Son La Museum collects and preserves evidence of the land establishment, and how people had to fight with blood and tears to protect their home. What to Eat in Moc Chau Travel Guide Moc Sa Wine The traditional Moc Chau’s spirit is pretty what you’d look for in good alcohol natural ingredients and fermentation, smooth, and is claimed to not give you a hangover! Moc Sa Wine made from corns and herbs; such distinguished flavor has made Moc Sa Wine a gift from Moc Chau, and from Northern Vietnam in general. You can look for a bottle at a local Hanoi’s souvenir shops to try the alcohol if you have never been to Moc Chau. Price VND 65,000/500ml bottle Mellow down at night with some shots of Moc Sa Wine Dried Buffalo Meat Thit Trau Gac Bep It is a staple dish of the Thai people in Northwest Vietnam, so when you’ve got a chance to be in Moc Chau in particular, join the locals to try the one-of-a-kind buffalo jerky which is heavily marinated before being dried in the kitchen above the stove. Thit Trau Gac Bep is a perfect snack with some Moc Sa Wine, or you can bring some home to enjoy with a nice cold beer. The unique drying method creates such a distinguished aroma for the jerky Beef Salad Rolls Thit Be Vietnamese cuisine is famed for its many amazing rolls wrapped in rice papers, and Moc Chau rolls are no exception. The rolls usually have beef mainly calf’s beef as the highlight, wrapped with wild herbs, unripe banana slices, etc. A small bowl of dipping sauce is what weaves every ingredient together. The beef here is freshly made with specialized recipes Other than beef, goat meat is also a favorite Grilled fish/fried fish Moc Chau’s grilled fish is certainly not a Michelin-quality dish, but with simple ingredients and cooking methods, this rustic dish can bring the freshest taste from rivers to tables. Grilled fish or fried fish can easily be found at a local homestay, or even better, you can go to a nearby river and fish for your own meal. Freshly-caught grilled fish is a usual main dish in Moc Chau's meals Yogurt with fermented purple sticky rice The nationwide favorite dessert originates from Moc Chau, so there’s nowhere else better to taste this special yogurt than in its hometown. Besides the typical layer of yogurt on top, scoop in a little bit for a fun chew of the purple sticky rice lying beneath. The yogurt is appealing from its look to taste Our Insider Tips for Moc Chau Travel Guide On the way from Hanoi to Moc Chau, you can stop by Mai Chau District to experience more natural wonders of Northwest Vietnam When taking pictures with the ethnic kids, they may ask you for money, so try not to encourage this behavior if possible give them candies instead, for example. Read more about Responsible Travel in Vietnam If you’re traveling by a motorbike, make sure to check the motorbike’s gears and engines carefully, wear a quality helmet, possible elbow and knee pads. Plan your gas and travel time upon starting your journey Our Takes on the Moc Chau Travel Guide Compared to its fame, Moc Chau is still a rural tourist destination, so book your tickets now to this incredible land! We hope our blog on what to do in Moc Chau can be your trusty guide book, but feel free to go-off-the-script to gain more precious memories in Vietnam. Further reading for your First Time in Moc Chau What is your favorite place in Vietnam? Let us know in the comments below!

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