What to do in Ba Vi
A biking tour through Ba Vi’s villages is the best way to connect with both the land and its people. Stop at the home of a former Viet Cong veteran, who fought across Central and Southern Vietnam and was among the first soldiers to approach Saigon in 1975. Today, he runs a tea plantation—welcoming visitors to taste his tea and hear moving stories of life during and after the war.
Continue cycling to a Muong family’s home, where the host is a local teacher. Join her in a hands-on cooking class, share a warm family lunch, and gain a deeper understanding of Muong culture and traditions. The ride also takes you to small workshops where families produce tofu and distill rice wine, offering a glimpse into everyday rural life in Ba Vi.
Melia Ba Vi Mountain Retreat
Just 90 minutes from Hanoi, Meliá Ba Vi Mountain Retreat sits high within the lush Ba Vi National Park, offering a refreshing escape from the bustle of the capital. Blending French colonial charm with traditional Vietnamese village touches, the resort feels both timeless and intimate. Guests can choose from stylish rooms, suites, and villas, many with sweeping views over mist-covered mountains and tropical gardens.
Here, wellness takes center stage. The YHI Spa invites you to indulge in soothing treatments inspired by nature, while the infinity pool and forest trails encourage moments of pure relaxation. Those with a sense of adventure can hike or cycle through jungle paths, discovering hidden temples and panoramic viewpoints along the way.
