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General information about Pu Luong Nature Reserve
Pu Luong Nature Reserve is located in Ba Thuoc and Quan Hoa District, Thanh Hoa province, 180 kilometers from Hanoi to the Northwest. It is 25 kilometers from Cuc Phuong National Park, connected with the park by two rocky mountains. 

Pu Luong Nature Reserve
With a total area of more than 17,600 ha and a diverse flora and fauna system, Pu Luong Nature Reserve fascinates tourists with the pristine beauty of primeval forests, waterfalls, caves, and terraced fields, along with the peaceful life of mountainous ethnic people. This destination is the residence living of the Thai and Muong people. According to the language of the Thai ethnic minority people, Pu Luong means the highest peak of the village. 
Pu Luong peak, Don Village, Son, Ba, and Muong Village are some featured spots to explore in Pu Luong Nature Reserve. Besides, there are many famous spots in and surrounding Pu Luong, such as Lac Village in Mai Chau, Cuc Phuong National Park (Ninh Binh), etc., creating an attractive route. 

The ideal time to travel to Pu Luong Nature Reserve
As a mountainous area surrounded by tropical forests, Pu Luong Nature Reserve has a reasonably pleasant climate, even in the summer. Therefore, you can come here anytime to relax in the mild atmosphere with year-round fog. Just remember to check the weather to avoid heavy rain or storms. 
However, it will be a more wonderful experience if you come here during the rice season. Pu Luong Nature Reserve is covered with green rice in March and April. After that, the rice begins to turn yellow in May and June, with the scent of ripe rice overwhelming. Besides May and June, September, October, and early November are also perfect for traveling to Pu Luong. At this time, Pu Luong enters the second harvesting season with bright yellow terraced rice fields. 

How to get to Pu Luong Nature Reserve from Hanoi
You can reach Pu Luong Nature Reserve from Hanoi by driving a motorbike or using a limousine. However, if you are unfamiliar with Vietnam transportation, you should use a limousine for more safety and convenience. It just takes 4 to 4,5 hours to get to Pu Luong Nature Reserve. Below are two recommended limousine brands you may want to refer to.

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Pu Luong Cycling Tours
Pu Luong cycling lets you discover the beautiful countryside of the northern Vietnam as well as experience rural village life from up close. Biking on the back roads, through countryside lanes, and past stunning rice terrace fields, narrow dirt tracks, hard-surface valleys and mountain passes while greeting local farmers as you pass by, all add to an immersive experience!
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Vietnam bike trips is a collection of bike tours the local cycling tour operator Golden Cycling Tours organizes in Vietnam. All the bike trips are categorized by both biking destination and the bike trip length. It is easy for you to choose the right bike tour following your needs and budget.
Thanh Hoa Cycling Vietnam
Thanh Hoa Vietnam, one of top ten cycling places in north Vietnam is surrounded by Son La, Hoa Binh, Ninh Binh, Nghe An, Laos, and the East Sea with 102km coastline. Pu Luong nature reserve is the most popular travel destination of Thanh Hoa province. There a wide range of road cycling trips, mountain bike tours are arranged with choice of trekking, homestay.
Pu Luong Cycling, Ethnic Village, Homestay, Rice Terrace, Bike Tour
Pu Luong Photos: Ethnic Village, Homestay, Rice Terrace, Bike Tour is our photo gallery of pictures and photos were taken in Pu Luong nature reserve Vietnam. There are not only photography of our bike tour in Pu Luong national park, but also other pictures of the Thai and Muong villages are located the region – Ban Sai, Ban Hieu, Eo Ken, Kho Muong, Duom, Uoi village…
Pu Luong Cycling
The reserve is located along two parallel mountain ridges running from north-west to south-east, and are divided by a central valley, which contains several human settlements and a large agricultural land area, therefore, is not included within the nature reserve.
Cycling Tours in Pu Luong
Cycling tours in Pu Luong offer an opportunity to explore northern Vietnam’s natural beauty and local culture through cycling tours. You can experience daily life, observe work, and learn about local culture while cycling scenic trails.
What To Do In Pu Luong
Pu Luong is a serene and charming valley located in the Thanh Hoa province of Vietnam. It is a perfect place for travelers looking to escape the city’s hustle and bustle and enjoy the scenic beauty of Vietnam’s countryside. The area is renowned for its pristine nature, friendly locals, and traditional villages. In this article, we will explore the various activities and sights that make Pu Luong a must-visit destination in Vietnam.
Pu Luong Nature Reserve
Pu Luong Nature Reserve was established in 1999, it is approximately 180km South West of Vietnam’s Capital, Hanoi. It is bordered by Hoa Binh in the North and the National Park of Cuc Phuong in the South. It is included in both districts of Quan Hoa and Ba Thuoc in Thanh Hoa province.
Pu Luong Travel Guide
This Pu Luong travel guide will help you to plan your stay in this wonderful nature reserve the best way. When to go, what to do, where to sleep!
Son Ba Muoi Cycling
Son Ba Muoi is located on the extreme north part of the Pu Luong Nature Reserve. It is composed of three villages in Lung Cao commune, Ba Thuoc district. It is also known as Cao Son and also as “the mini-Sapa” due to the all-year long cool weather. At 1200m high above the sea level, Son Ba Muoi is at the top of Pha He, Pha Chien mountain ranges. Beautifully located between Ngoc Son – Ngo Luong Nature Reserve and the Cuc Phuong National Park.
Bang Village Cycling
There is a total of 24 villages in the Pu Luong Nature Reserve. Only few of them have been impacted by the tourism, modifying the aspect.
Lan Village Cycling
There is a total of 24 villages in the Pu Luong Nature Reserve. Only few of them have been impacted by the tourism, modifying the aspect. Don Village is the most developed one and can be considered as the epicenter of the touristic area. His location is very special with stunning view on the rice fields and the mountain range. You will find every kind of accommodations in the village from the traditional homestay to higher standards Hotels.
Pu Luong Peak Cycling
The Pu Luong Nature Reserve is decorated with limestone landscape, mountains covered by primary forest and jungle. The mountain range takes a big part of the land and allow to create some hidden valleys in between.
Kho Muong Cave
Kho Muong is probably the most special one as it is accessible only by motorbike or walking. Lost in a hidden valley, home of a circular mountain range with rice paddies and the largest cave in the Reserve, the “Bat Cave”.
Hieu Waterfall
Hieu village has also changed in last 3 years with homestays blooming all over the village. This is due to the stream along the village creating a multi-level waterfall that allows water hike in the dry season or a swim with the friendly locals.
Don Village Cycling
Known as the epicenter of the touristic area in Pu Luong Nature Reserve, Don village remains a small one. It has naturally developed first due to its convenient location but mostly because the landscapes surroundings the village are truly impressive, rice terraces
Must Try Food in Pu Luong
As part of the journey, experiencing the local gastronomy is a way to discover the culture. The food in Pu Luong is particularly tasty, healthy and varied. We will find out in this article what not to miss when visiting Pu Luong Nature Reserve.
Pu Luong – Mai Chau tour
it is possible to end every Pu Luong – Mai Chau tour in Mai Chau if you are lacking of time. We can arrange then a shuttle bus or a private car to take you to your next destination. Contact us directly and we will answer any special requests.
Pu Luong Bike Tours
Pu Luong Bike Tours is our collection of Vietnam best bike tours we arrange in the region of Pu Luong nature reserve – Kho Muong, Ban Don, Ban Sai, Ban Hang, Ban Hieu, Mai Chau, Ngoc Son Ngo Luong, Tam Coc, Ninh Binh.