Minority Groups Cycling Day Trip

Luang Namtha – Ban Thongchai-Tai – Stupas – Ban Nam Mud – Ban Nam Ngaen – Ban Phieng Ngam – Luang Namtha.

Your Minority Groups Cycling tour begins at The Hiker office where you will meet with your English-speaking local guide. You will be driven out of the town to the river Namtha, where the local people plant their vegetables or rice (depending on the season). We will cross a bamboo bridge to the first village of Ban ThongChai-Tai (Black Tai ethnic). The village is not big but we will ride around the village to see some traditional houses before we go to the huge open flat land area of Luang Namtha. In the wet season, you will enjoy feasting your eyes on the green rice paddies and the giant evergreen mountains in the background. Then we will head to Poum Pouk Stupa, the most ancient architecture of the Tai Leu ethnic minority group, which is located on top of the mountain. From the top, you will enjoy the views of the town. Next, we will head to the Akha village of Ban Nam Mud and then to the Nam Ngaen village, where we will see locals making rice whisky – you will have an opportunity to taste some if you wish. We will continue to cycle along the tranquil rice paddies to Ban Phieng Ngam (Red Tai ethnic minority group) and we will visit a family who makes weaving textiles. Just before sunset, we will cycle another 6km back to the town.

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👉 Please arrive at the starting point (The Hiker Laos Office) at least 20 minutes before the tour starts, click here to see >Google Map<

One day cycling exploration trip where you will visit various ethnic minority groups such as Akha, Lantan and Tai Dam. You will see how locals make traditional products such as silk and cotton textiles with natural colouring, woven bamboo baskets and a local whisky. You will also ride along the valley and paddy fields, and see the ruins of an old Stupa.

• Water

• Lunch

• English Speaking Guide

• Local Guide

• Transport as Mentioned Above (Mountain bike)

• Government Taxes

• All Entrance Fees

• Travel Permits

• Comfortable clothes

• Covered shoes 

• Rucksack

• Hat

• Sun-cream

• Raincoat (Wet season)

• Toilet paper or tissues

RIGHTS & PRINCIPLES
The customer must be aware that The Hiker is fully responsible for all its operations. This means that the customer must adhere to the guidelines and instructions of The Hiker’s tour-guide at all times. The Hiker is responsible for: security, safety, travel permits, government taxes, entrance fees, local guide, English speaking guide, accommodation, transport, food and water as described in the relevant tour itinerary. The Hiker also endeavours to meet the customer satisfactions to the best of its ability and is responsible for any complaints that arise which will be dealt with as detailed above. The Hiker has the right to decline or remove a group member at any time if the person is being aggressive, disrespectful or behaving in a dangerous manner that puts him or herself and/or other members of the group at risk and is unwilling to adhere to the authority of The Hiker tour-guide. The Hiker cooperates with third parties including government agencies and a network of individuals and companies and to the best of The Hiker’ knowledge, these third parties are qualified to perform the duties they are under contract to. However, The Hiker will not be held liable for any injury, damage, loss, delay or irregularity that may occur due to the behaviors of these third parties. The Hiker will not accept responsibility or liability for any traveler who contravenes any law or regulation of any country visited.

CUSTOMER’S TRAVEL INSURANCE
The Hiker’s rental vehicles are insured as commercial passenger vehicles. Insurance covers all the passengers while in a vehicle. The Hiker is not liable for any other insurance claims related to the tour. All customers travelling with The Hiker must have a valid travel insurance policy that covers the following liabilities: personal accident, medical expenses, baggage loss, cancellations, curtailment, personal liability and emergency repatriation. We recommend that the insurance also cover activities and risks related to kayaking, mountain biking, trekking and accidents or illness in remote locations with limited emergency facilities. Please be advised some insurance policies do not cover trekking beyond a certain height above sea level. We suggest customers read their insurance policies before booking a tour as certain events such as natural disasters and terrorism also may not be covered. The customers agree to assume all risks related to the trip and agrees that no liability will be attached to The Hiker.

Child Policy

Children are very welcome to our tours. Children aged 14 years and under must be accompanied by an adult. See below the following charges:

• 1 – 5 years old: free of charge for one child. 50% charge from one of two children
• 6 – 10 years old: 50% discount
• Over 10 years: full charge

The price for children varies based on group size. If you have children in your group, please contact us at +856 20 59 533 720 for details.

Cancellation Policy

• The minimum date of cancellation should not be later than 5 days​ before the trip starts, or we may require some compensation​ for the service charge.

Cancellation by THE HIKER

• The Hiker may cancel a trip due to unforeseen circumstances beyond its control, such as natural disasters, political instability etc. The Hiker will endeavour to attain the most ethical resolution in the best interests of both parties based on the circumstances. This may include a partial refund when and if The Hiker has the capacity to do so.

Refund Policy

• Kindly be advised that only tour/activity fees are refundable; Bank fees cannot be refunded under any circumstances.

• If you have questions or encounter problems with the tour, please contact WhatsApp/Tel: +856 20 59 533 720