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NB02: HOA LU - TAM COC - MUA CAVE & BAI DINH – TRANG AN - 2 DAYS TRIP
HIGHLIGHT:
Ninh Binh captivates visitors with its stunning landscapes of limestone karsts, winding rivers, and lush green paddies. This scenic destination is a blend of natural beauty and rich cultural heritage, perfect for exploration and relaxation.
DAY 1: HOA LU- TAM COC - MUA CAVE (L,D)
06:30 If you stay outside the Old quarter, we will arrange grab car to pick you up to our tour office in Old quarter
07:30 | If you stay in the Old quarter, we pick you up in the hotel in Old quarter then Start travel to Ninh Binh
09:15 | Have a short break for 15–20 minutes to relax
10:30 | Visit Hoa Lu, ancient capital of Vietnam between 968 and 1010. You have a chance to learn about Vietnamese history in the feudal system under Dinh, Le, and Ly Dynasties.
11:45 | Have lunch in the restaurant with a lot of local foods such as goat meat, fish, chicken, fried rice, etc. Vegetarian foods are always available in the buffet lunch
13:00 | Visit Tam Coc, you will have 1,5 hours boat trip, this route is recommended during the rice season in Ninh Binh (about May-June)
You will be surprised by the charming beauty here with paddy fields, river, water, clouds, sky, and a stunning cave system during the boat trip. All of them make a masterpiece that the Vietnamese people called “Ha Long Bay on land.”
15:00 | Continue the tour for 45 minutes, cycling around the village to discover the lives of the local people.
15:45 | Get back to the transportation, then leave for Mua Cave (Dancing Cave). If you walk up almost 500 steps, you can reach the top of Lying Dragon Mountain and have an amazing panoramic view of Tam Coc from here.
Finish the trip, we take you to Tràng An Eco Holiday Retreat to stay overnight.
Tràng An Eco Holiday Retreat offers a serene dining experience by the pool, with authentic Vietnamese dishes in a cozy, rustic setting. Guests can enjoy a buffet of rich local flavors in a warm atmosphere, blending traditional décor with modern comfort. It’s an ideal spot to relax and savor the essence of Vietnam’s cuisine amidst tranquil natural surroundings.
DAY 2: BAI DINH - TRANG AN (B,L)
Enjoy buffet breakfast in the homestay
10:15| Our transfer picks you up to meeting point
10:30| Visit Bai Dinh Pagoda, the most famous & biggest Pagoda in southeast Asia, with many records set, such as 500 Stone - Arhat Statues, 36 ton-bronze Bell, 100 ton-Buddha statue, etc.
12:30 | Have lunch in the restaurant with a lot of local foods such as goat meat, fish, chicken fried rice, etc. Vegetarian foods are always available in the buffet lunch
13:30 | Visit Tràng An, which was recognized by UNESCO as A World Heritage Site in 2014. Trang An has a wonderful tunnel cave system, so Kong’s Movie Group chose this place for the New Version of Kong in 2016—Skull Island”. With 2.5 hours for the boat trip, you will be persuaded by the beauty here.
16:00 | Get on the bus to return to Hanoi
18:00 | Get dropped off at our accommodation in Hanoi
INCLUDE :
+ All activities on the itinerary and Accommodations mentioned
+ 24/7 hotline support guaranteed;
+ Meals (not drink) as stated in the itinerary (B: Breakfast, L: Lunch, D: Dinner, Br: Brunch)
+ Experienced English-speaking guide on the tour day
+ Entrance fees for all visits as mentioned in the itinerary
+ Transfers
+ Bottle of water on the coach (1 bottle/1 person/1 day)
EXCLUDE :
+ Drinks
+ Early check in & late check out room (available upon request and depend on room availability)
+ Travel insurance (we highly recommend that you purchase adequate insurance)
+ Vietnam Visa
+ Tipping for guides, drivers, hotel staff, restaurant staff, boat rider, etc.
+ Personal expenses, such as laundry, telephone, drinks, etc.
+ Meals, if not specified in the itinerary
+ All other services not