Ninh Binh, a must-visit destination in northern Vietnam, is famed for its stunning natural landscapes and rich cultural heritage. This region is home to the ancient capital of Hoa Lu, the first capital of Vietnam, where history and legends intertwine. Visitors can explore historic sites and ancient temples like Bai Đinh Pagoda, one of the largest in Southeast Asia. A journey to Ninh Binh offers a unique opportunity to immerse in breathtaking scenery while discovering the deep spiritual and historical roots of this remarkable land.

ITINERARY

DAY 1: HANOI – HOA LU – TAM COC (OR TRANG AN) – MUA CAVE

7h30-8h00

Our tour guide and driver will pick you up from the hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter for the limousine transfer to Ninh Binh.

9h15

You will have a short break of 15-20 minutes to stretch your legs, use the facilities or have a quick snack.

10h30

Visiting Hoa Lu, the ancient capital of Vietnam from 968 to 1010. Then you will visit the Temple of Dinh King and Le King to learn more about Vietnamese history under the Dinh, Le, and Ly Dynasties.

11h15-11h45

It’s time to join our 30 minute cycling activity to discover the life of the local people. Or stay behind and either relax in the restaurant for sightseeing and capture the views around the lake, waterfall and valleys.

12h00

You will have a buffet lunch with local specialties in the private area of our Trang An Heritage Garden. The vegetarian option is also available.

13h15-13h30

Option 1: Tam Coc, known as “Halong Bay on the land”, where you will spend 1.5 hours on the boat to explore this area. On this excursion down the Ngo Dong River, you will pass through the beautiful paddy fields, limestone karst formation, and a stunning cave system including Hang Ca, Hang Hai, and Hang Ba caves for a unique experience.

Option 2: Trang An, a World Heritage Site recognized by UNESCO in 2014. There, you can spend 1.5 hours on the boat ride to enjoy the beauty of this place, which has a beautiful tunnel cave system and appears in the New Version of Kong in 2016- “Skull Island”.

15h30

Our next destination is Mua Cave. There, you will climb 500 steps to reach the mountain’s peak, overlooking the beautiful view of the city and Tam Coc below.

17h00

The minivan will transfer you back to Trang An Heritage Garden.

17h30

Check in the room. Enjoy swimming at the pool in the summertime.

19h00-19h30 

Have dinner at a restaurant. Overnight at Trang An Heritage Garden.

DAY 2: CUC PHUONG NATIONAL PARK – HANΟΙ

7h30-8h00

Have breakfast at a restaurant.

8h15

Check out of room.

8h30

Get picked up by our friendly guide, the minivan transfer to visit Cuc Phuong National Park.

09h15-09h30

At Cuc Phuong National Park, you will visit the Endangered Primate Rescue Center and Turtle Conservation Center.

11h00

Go to the center of the Park by minivan, about 20 kilometers through primary forest.

11h45-12h00

Have lunch at the center of Park with local foods.

13h00-14h00 

Trekking to visit the “1000 Years Old Tree” and to the “Ancient Tree”. Continue taking a short trek into the National Park for sightseeing and learn more about the fauna and flora in this oldest forest of Vietnam.

14h30

Visiting the Cave of Prehistoric Man.

15h30-15h45 

Minivan transfer back to Mua cave.

17h00

It is time to get transferred back to Hanoi.

19h30-19h45 

Drop you off at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter.

Note

• Programs & schedules are subject to change without prior notice due to weather conditions
• On weekend, some roads will not allow vehicles to make room for the Walking Street, therefore our limousine/shuttle bus will drop you off at the closest and suitable point in the Old Quarter instead.

INCLUSION

• 1 buffet lunch; 1 dinner + 1 lunch set menu; 1 breakfast Accommodation: 1 night at Trang An Heritage Garden
• (2-3pax/room)
• Bicycle activity
• Entrance fee & sharing boat at Tam Coc: 2-3pax/boat; Trang An: 4pax/boat
• Hanoi – Ninh Binh – Hanoi limousine/shuttle bus round trip
• Mua cave – Trang An Heritage Garden – Cuc Phuong National park transfer: Minivan
• English speaking guide
• Free Wifi, 01 bottle of mineral water/1way on the limousine/ shuttle bus
• Free usage of Vietnamese conical hat & rain-coat during the trip

EXCLUSION

• VAT
• Beverages
• Tips for tour guide & driver
• Personal expenses
• All services and items not mentioned specifically in the list above
• Surcharge on Vietnam public holidays
• Please Note:
• Things to bring along: Hat, shoes, umbrella, insect spray, sunscreen, sunglasses, cash.

Please Note:

• Things to bring along: Hat, shoes, umbrella, insect spray, sunscreen, sunglasses, cash.