
This self drive Jeep tour in Vietnam offers a unique way to explore the mountains of Mai Chau, combining adventure driving with cultural discovery. Instead of riding a motorbike, you’ll take the wheel of a classic 4×4 Jeep and follow scenic backroads, village tracks, and quiet mountain routes just a few hours from Hanoi.
With full support from experienced guides, route planning, and vehicle assistance, this Vietnam Jeep tour is designed to be accessible, safe, and rewarding. Whether you’re navigating small village paths or cruising through open valleys, the journey is as much about the driving experience as the destination.
Duration: 5 Days- 4Nights | Start/Finish: Hanoi/Hanoi
Ride Type: 90% On-Road | Level: All Drivers
Vehicle Type: US Army Jeep
Mai Chau Pu Luong Jeep Tour to the beautiful protected areas of the Pu Luong nature reserve and Mai Chau valley. In the US Army Jeeps, we have discovered an idyllic home-stay deep in Pu Luong, where the house overlooks a waterfall and vast rice terracing. Let Us Know if you are looking for a quick Classic US Army Jeeps Our Mai Chau / Pu Luong ride has some very interesting off-road options close to Hanoi. No motorbike experience required.
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Mai Chau Jeep Tour prices are in $USD, All inclusive and based Per Person on tour. Single rooms where possible, Home-stay nights, single rooms are not available. Support vehicle available on request, the additional cost is 100$ per day per group, including fuel and driver.
Tour Start and Finish: Hanoi
Nearest Airport: Noi Bai International Airport
Mai Chau Jeep Tour starts as we Pick you up at your hotel and leave around 8 am and head out of town on a divided highway after 45km we join small roads and make our way through hills and villages to the town of Hoa Binh and the Black River.
We take lunch en route and continue on quiet country roads stopping at viewpoints that give you a view of the Mai Chau valley, The people living here are of the White Tai hill tribes. We will stay with a local family and their house on stilts. The next day, We drive through rolling hills to the Ma River to We follow the banks of the river through the village and farmlands and see local people process bamboo into chopsticks and other useful products and continue through the Pu Luong Nature reserve to the Muong hill-tribe village. We overnight in a local Family. Mai Chau Jeep Tour
Our all-inclusive prices covers:
• US Army Jeep MUTT: M151A2
• Petrol, Oil and maintenance
• All meals and non-alcoholic beverages
• Welcome dinner and pre-trip briefing
• Airport pick-up (send us your flight details on the booking page)
• Accommodation in home-stays
• English-speaking guide
• All fees, tolls and National Park entrance tickets
• Rain pants and Poncho
• Dry bag and tie downs
What’s Not Included
• Alcohol drinks
• Personal Health Insurance
• Personal expenses
• Personal Tip and gratuities
• Liability insurance
Check out our FAQ page for more information

Self Drive Jeep tour: Self-drive jeep tours are available there is a procedure the change your international driver’s licence to a Vietnam car licence. Please Contact us for more information on legalities and requirements. Insurance: We require that you have personal health insurance to cover you in case of accident or illness. Please Contact us for more information and recommended insurance providers. Passports and Visa You must have a valid passport with 6 months left before expiry date to obtain a tourist visa, We can arrange a visa on arrival letter please have (2) 3 x 4cm photos, rates vary per country, please contact us for more information or consult your local Vietnamese Embassy or consulate to see the tours visa requirements.
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Not sure whether to choose a self-drive Jeep tour or a motorbike adventure in Vietnam? Here’s a clear comparison to help you decide based on comfort, experience level, and travel style.
| Feature | Jeep Tours | Motorbike Tours |
|---|---|---|
| Best For | Comfort, couples, small groups, non-riders | Experienced riders seeking full adventure |
| Driving Experience | Easy to learn, stable 4×4 driving | Requires confidence and riding skills |
| Comfort Level | High – seated, shaded, less fatigue | Moderate – long hours riding |
| Terrain Access | Good – roads, tracks, some off-road | Excellent – deep off-road, single track |
| Weather Protection | Protected from sun and rain | Exposed to weather conditions |
| Adventure Level | Balanced adventure + comfort | High adventure and technical riding |
| Group Type | Couples, families, mixed groups | Solo riders, experienced groups |
Still unsure? Explore both options or contact us for expert advice.
Mai Chau & Pu Luong jeep Tour, ride in an authentic US Army Jeep tour to the valleys of Mai Chau and Pu Luong. This area offers great driving who only have a short time to explore Vietnam. Experience the daily lives of ethnic minority people with a night in a traditional house on stilts.
Hanoi • Pu Luong • Mai Chau • Hanoi
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