Best rates of private car rental to Mai Chau from Hanoi
Private Car Rental to Mai Chau with us
Mai Chau valley belongs to remote Mai Chau district of Hoa Binh province,150km far from Hanoi in in 4 hour car transfer to reach this beautiful land.The valley is a peaceful & rural countryside with lush rice fields & rustic villages of local ethnics, surrounded by magnificient towering mountains – a truely ideal place for your great hideaway from the hustle & bustle of the city.This valley have long been the home to many local tribes such as Muong, H’Mong, Thai who are distantly related to tribes in Thailand, Laos and China.
It is popular for Vietnamese students doing their weekend breaks in Mai Chau valley thanks to its affordable homestay nights, interesting group activities of camp-fire,traditional dances with local Thai ethnics, biking….For visitors interested in healthy outdoor activities of biking & trekking from this village to another ones, getting to know their daily life & their rich culture local cultures when homestaying with them & tasting their delicious home-cooked meals, Mai Chau valley is truly worth your exploration.From Mai Chau valley, you can extend your exploration Pu Luong nature reserve or Ninh Binh – that could be nice choice to experience different landscapes in the region.
From Hanoi, on good road condition, it is really convenient to get to Mai Chau valley.The most relaxed way is joining in any of our Mai Chau Tours with all included service combined.If you like to do the trip on your own,you can just get our private car rental to Mai Chau from Hanoi with experienced drivers.We do supply car rental with driver with these following options exploring Mai Chau only or connected with Pu Luong nature reserve & Ninh Binh: Hanoi- Mai Chau 1 way, Hanoi- Mai Chau- Hanoi Full Day, Hanoi-Mai Chau-Hanoi 2 days/1 night, Hanoi- Mai Chau- Pu Luong-Hanoi 3 days/2 night,Hanoi- Ninh Binh- Mai Chau 2days/1 night, Hanoi- Ninh Binh-Mai Chau 3 days/2 night
Suggested travel itinerary of private car hire Hanoi – Mai Chau- Hanoi
Hanoi – Mai Chau car hire – Hanoi day journey
This journey is ok for the travellers who have limited time & still love to get sense of Mai Chau valley. To make use of time exploring Mai Chau valley, you should depart from Hanoi at 6h30 a.m and arrive Pom Coong village, Mai Chau valley at 10h30 a.m.
Rent a bike to cycling around local villages in Mai Chau valley.
Lunch of local home-cooked dishes with local Thai family in Pom Coong village.
Afternoon, you can stroll to Lac village, interact with local & shop the souvenirs till 15h00, then car transfer back to Hanoi

Thung Khe Pass – view down Mai Chau valley
Hanoi – Mai Chau car rent- Hanoi 2 day/1 night
- Day 1. Hanoi – Pom Cong village, Mai Chau valley, bike to explore Mai Chau valley. Suggested homestay in Mai Hich village ( less touristic & pristine)
- Day 2. Mai Hich commune exploration on your own treks with local guide in the morning, lunch, then back to Hanoi.
Hanoi – Mai Chau car rental – Ninh Binh 2 days/1 night
- Day 1. Hanoi – Pom Cong village, Mai Chau valley, bike to explore Mai Chau valley. Suggested homestay in Mai Hich village ( less touristic & pristine)
- Day 2. Mai Chau valley – Ninh Binh, visit Hoa Lu ancient capital & Trang An boat ride – back to Hanoi capital.
Hanoi – Mai Chau valley – Pu Luong nature reserve – Hanoi 3 days/2 nights
- Day 1. Hanoi – Pom Cong village, Mai Chau valley, bike to explore Mai Chau valley. Suggested homestay in Mai Hich village ( less touristic & pristine)
- Day 2. Mai Hich commune exploration on your own treks with local guide in the morning, lunch, car transfer to Pu Luong nature reserve, trek to explore Hieu village.Homestay in Hieu village.
- Day 3. Pu Luong trek in Don village, lunch – car transfer back to Hanoi.

Tam Coc rice fields – Ninh Binh
Hanoi – Mai Chau valley- Ninh Binh – Hanoi 3 days/2 nights
- Day 1. Hanoi – Pom Cong village, Mai Chau valley, bike to explore Mai Chau valley. Suggested homestay in Mai Hich village ( less touristic & pristine)
- Day 2. Mai Hich commune exploration on your own treks with local guide in the morning, lunch, then car transfer to Ninh Binh, biking journey along Tam Coc – Bich Dong area.Overnight in Tam Coc.
- Day 3. Ninh Binh visit to Tam Coc, Mua cave & Hoa Lu ancient capital, lunch, back to Hanoi capital
The price list of renting a private car to Mai Chau from Hanoi
We would like to list our best quotation of private car rental , transfer to Mai Chau, Hoa Binh basing on some of above sugggested Mai Chau – Ninh Binh – Pu Luong travel routes from Hanoi as following!
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Tour Duration |
4 seat |
7 seat |
16 seat |
29 seat |
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Hanoi-Mai Chau one way |
80usd |
85usd |
95usd |
140usd |
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Hanoi-Mai Chau-Hanoi full day |
90usd |
95usd |
105usd |
155usd |
|
Hanoi- Mai Chau –Hanoi 2 days |
115usd |
120usd |
135usd |
260usd |
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Hanoi -Mai Chau-Pu Luong–Hanoi 3days |
240usd |
250usd |
300usd |
390 usd |
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Hanoi-Ninh Binh- Mai Chau-Hanoi 2days |
160usd |
170usd |
210usd |
320 usd |
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Hanoi-Ninh Binh-Mai Chau-Hanoi 3days |
230usd |
240usd |
290usd |
380usd |
Inclusions:
– Fuels, toll fee,parking fees, driver’s meals & his overnights
– 24/7 customer support by viber to +84 988 45 15 30 (viber, whatsapp)
Exclusions :
– 10% VAT, tips and gratitudes to drivers
– Oneline payment fees, drinks, meals, hotel room, extra routes to Moc Chau
Notes : This price qoutation is for the customers with a fixed route from Hanoi –Mai Chau- Hanoi or connected with Pu Luong nature reserve & Ninh Binh of one way,1 day,2 days or 3 days, then back to Hanoi.If you would like to hire a private car from Hanoi to Mai Chau, Hoa Binh for bussiness trips or from Hanoi to other places in Vietnam,please,send us your enquiry to our email : [email protected] or phone us at +84.988451530 (viber, whatsapp),we will feedback you as soon as possible.Thank you very much!
Frequently Asked Questions
The cost of a private car from Hanoi to Mai Chau starts at approximately $80 USD for a one-way transfer in a 4-seat sedan. For a full-day trip returning to Hanoi, rates are around $90 USD. Prices vary depending on the vehicle size (7-seat SUV, 16-seat van, or 29-seat coach) and the duration of your trip, with all-inclusive packages covering fuel, tolls, and parking.
The drive from Hanoi to Mai Chau typically takes about 3 to 3.5 hours one way, covering a distance of roughly 140 km (87 miles). Traveling by private car is the fastest and most comfortable method, as it allows you to bypass the multiple stops made by public buses and take the most direct route via the CT08 highway.
Yes! One of the primary benefits of booking a private car with Golden Holiday Travel is the flexibility to stop at scenic highlights like Thung Khe Pass (White Stone Pass). You can take a break to enjoy the panoramic views of the Mai Chau valley and browse local stalls selling mountainous specialties before continuing your journey.
While shuttle buses are cost-effective, a private car rental is better for travelers seeking privacy, comfort, and a personalized schedule. With a private service, you get door-to-door pickup from your Hanoi hotel or Noi Bai Airport and the freedom to choose your own departure time, which is ideal for families or small groups.
Yes, when booking with Golden Holiday Travel, the quoted price for the Hanoi-Mai Chau route is transparent and all-inclusive. It covers the vehicle, driver, fuel, road tolls, parking fees, and even the driver’s meals and overnight expenses for multi-day trips. This ensures there are no hidden costs during your journey.
Absolutely. Many travelers combine Mai Chau with a visit to Pu Luong Nature Reserve or Ninh Binh. A 3-day private car package from Hanoi covering Mai Chau and Pu Luong starts at approximately $240 USD. This allows you to explore the ethnic villages, rice terraces, and water wheels of Northern Vietnam at your own pace.

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