An inner pause in the secret mountains of Northern Vietnam
6 days, 5 nights
Bao La
In a secluded haven in Northern Vietnam, in the heart of Bao La commune, let yourself be carried away by a retreat where nature, mountain traditions, and well-being intertwine. Settled in an elegant suite perched between mist and rice paddies, you'll alternate between yoga sessions, sunrise meditation, craft workshops, and guided excursions to explore local villages. A timeless experience to reconnect with yourself, the earth, and a different way of life.
Wellness retreat
Hong
Hong, a Vietnamese wellness expert and English speaker, designs tailor-made retreats in the heart of nature, combining the gentleness of yoga, regenerative treatments, meditative practices and cultural immersion in preserved locations.
Day 1: Arrival in the highlands, first moments of letting go
From Hanoi, your journey takes you to a haven of unspoiled nature, nestled in the heart of the northern mountains. A warm welcome awaits, followed by a lunch featuring local flavors, and you’ll settle into your suite surrounded by rolling hills and tranquility. In the afternoon, unwind with your first spa treatment: a foot ritual inspired by local traditions, soothed by the gentle murmur of water and the scent of fresh herbs. At the end of the day, enjoy the infinity pool and admire the golden rice paddies, followed by dinner at your leisure. The evening continues under the stars, with options ranging from open-air cinema to ethnic performances, depending on the season. A first day imbued with calm and well-being, far from the hustle and bustle of the world.
- Lunch and program activities
Day 2: Immersion in nature, between walking, breathing and silence
The day begins gently with a guided yoga session in the heart of the misty mountains. After a breakfast featuring fresh, local flavors, explore the surrounding area as you wish: a peaceful stroll among rice paddies and suspension bridges, or a more immersive hike through bamboo forests, cornfields, and ethnic villages, at the pace of rural life. Back at your retreat, the afternoon envelops you in tranquility: a sound meditation with singing bowls, followed by a detox treatment at the spa, including a plant-based scrub and a revitalizing wrap. At the end of the day, find serenity with a snack by the panoramic pool, before enjoying dinner at your leisure under the soft lights of the valley. The evening concludes in harmony with nature, with an open-air film or a dance performance, depending on the night. A complete escape where well-being is infused with every breath.
- Breakfast and program activities
Day 3: Creativity, breathing, and reconnecting with the present
The morning begins with a revitalizing yoga class, followed by a generous breakfast featuring local and plant-based ingredients. Next, it’s off to the craft workshop for an introduction to making scented candles, blending essential oils and natural waxes to create a unique, handmade olfactory keepsake. After lunch at your leisure, it’s time for mindful breathing: a private breathwork session guides you in the art of purifying the mind, oxygenating the body, and releasing inner energy. In the late afternoon, enjoy a complimentary snack by the suspended pool, bathed in the golden light of the mountains. The evening is dedicated to letting go: a deep treatment at the spa, where a targeted massage releases muscle tension and accumulated fatigue, thanks to natural oils and enveloping movements. A restorative night awaits, soothed by the silence and nature.
- Breakfast and program activities
Day 4: Mountain villages, encounters and deep relaxation
After a delicious breakfast overlooking the mountains, set off to explore the Thai villages of the mai Chau Valley: a gentle walk through rice paddies, vegetable gardens, and stilt houses, punctuated by the smiles and simple daily life of the locals. The walk concludes with a warm lunch in a traditional home, a special moment for sharing and relaxation. Back at your nature retreat, indulge in a 60-minute signature treatment: essential oils, acupressure points, and warm compresses with Vietnamese herbs combine to release tension, soothe joints, and revitalize the body. The rest of the day is free for you to relax, contemplate, or dine under the stars.
- Breakfast, local lunch and program activities
Day 5: Inner harmony, traditions and local flavors
The day begins gently with a morning yoga session followed by a delicious breakfast. Then, in the tranquility of a traditional cottage, let the soothing vibrations of singing bowls resonate for an intimate meditation, designed to recenter your breath and mind. The afternoon invites you on a journey through time: a visit to a Thai stilt house transformed into a museum, revealing the beliefs, ritual objects, and scenes of daily life of the local hill tribes. Further on, artisans will introduce you to weaving, basketry, or batik painting, depending on the day—a moment of authentic exchange at the heart of Northern Vietnamese craftsmanship. To extend the experience, pick your own herbs in the organic garden before joining the chef for a culinary workshop: preparing simple and flavorful mountain snacks. The day concludes with afternoon tea on the terrace, followed by a Vietnamese energy treatment, a combination of enveloping movements and natural oils, designed to release tension before a peaceful night.
- Breakfast and program activities
The morning begins with a restorative yoga session, followed by breakfast overlooking the mountains. Then, take time to savor your last few hours there: a swim in the suspended pool, a hike to the waterfall, or simply contemplation in the tranquility of the heights. After check-out, a final look at these soothing landscapes before boarding the comfortable minibus that will take you back to Hanoi. A smooth transition, your heart still filled with the serenity of the mountains.
- Breakfast and transfer to Hanoi
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