Nestled at the foot of a mountain with the serene Sia stream flowing by, Hich 2 village in Mai Hich commune, Mai Chau district, offers a tranquil retreat and an authentic cultural experience of the Thai ethnic community. Known for its unspoiled nature and preserved traditions, it has become a favourite destination for international tourists.
Foreign tourists explore community based tourism in Hich 2 village, Mai Hich commune, Mai Chau district.
French traveler Thew Baillieu, who has visited multiple times,
described his three-month stay as an enriching cultural exchange, where he
learned Vietnamese and participated in homestay operations.
Meanwhile, Helen from Australia praised the village’s cleanliness, traditional
stilt houses, and the residents' ability to maintain their customs and daily
rituals.
Guests coming to the village enjoy a blend of relaxation and adventure.
Activities range from cycling and trekking through lush forests to bamboo
rafting on the Sia stream.
Local homestays provide cozy, traditional accommodations, while local cuisine
such as sticky rice, hill chicken, and pork marinated with mac khen (wild
pepper) adds to the appeal. Evenings feature cultural performances, giving
visitors a deeper connection to Thai traditions.
Hich 2 village, with 98% of its population Thais, has embraced community-based
tourism since 2013. With 12 homestay businesses, it balances tourism with
traditional agriculture, including rice farming and livestock. The village
hosts over 5,000 visitors annually, with international tourists making up 80%
of its guests.
By preserving its cultural heritage and natural beauty, the village has become
a model for sustainable tourism in Vietnam. Its success has improved local
livelihoods and positioned it as a key destination in travel routes exploring
Vietnam’s Northwest region.
For travelers seeking authenticity and tranquility, Hich 2
offers an unforgettable journey into the heart of Thai culture and nature.
Hien Luong commune in Da Bac district is blessed with beautiful landscapes, thanks to its location besides a vast, picturesque reservoir with clear waters year-round. This natural advantage has allowed the local ethnic minorities to develop sustainable tourism, becoming a community tourism destination.
The 2024 Tour Guide Competition was held in the framework of the Hoa Binh Provincial Culture and Tourism Week, bringing together 13 contestants from seven districts and cities to celebrate the vital role of tour guides as cultural ambassadors.
Nature has generously endowed Hien Luong Commune (Da Bac district) with many beautiful landscapes, including the vast and poetic lake area, with clear blue water all year round. These conditions are favorable for the ethnic minority communities here to develop a sustainable economy and establish community tourism destinations.
The organising committee of the 2024 Hoa Binh Culture and Tourism Week on November 17 took a group of guests from various provinces and cities on a tour to survey several attractions within the Hoa Binh Lake Tourism Area.
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