Overview

A perfect combination of history, culture, and natural beauty, with an immersive two-day experience in some of the region's most iconic destinations. You will journey from Hanoi to Bai Dinh, home to the largest pagoda complex in Vietnam, where you can explore its impressive architecture and serene surroundings. Then, head to Trang An, a UNESCO World Heritage site, for a peaceful boat ride through its stunning limestone karsts, caves, and winding rivers. Visit Hoa Lu, the ancient capital of Vietnam, and discover its historical temples before continuing to the picturesque Tam Coc for a boat ride through its scenic river and limestone mountains. The day concludes with a hike up to Mua Cave for panoramic views of the breathtaking valley below, before heading back to Hanoi. This overnight tour offers a perfect blend of cultural exploration and natural beauty, creating unforgettable memories in one of Vietnam’s most picturesque regions.

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Time: 2 Days 1 Night
Price: USD 145 PER PERSON
Itinerary

Day 1: Hanoi - Bai Dinh - Trang An
07h30 - 8h00: Our tour guide and driver will pick you up from the hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter for transfer to Ninh Binh.
09h15: You will have a short break of 15 - 20 minutes to stretch your legs, use the facilities or have a quick snack.
10h30: The first destination to explore in Ninh Binh today is Bai Dinh Pagoda, one of the most famous pagodas in Vietnam and well-known for many Asian and Vietnamese records. In the pagoda, you can see 500-stone statues of Arhats, a Belltower with 27 tons and 36 tons of bronze bell, and a Golden statue of the Goddess of Mercy
12h15 - 12h30: It is time to enjoy Ninh Binh specialties in the private area of our Trang An Heritage restaurant. The vegetarian option is available.
13h30: You continue your trip to 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 owns a beautiful tunnel cave system and appears in the New Version of Kong in 2016 - “Skull Island”.
15h30: The minivan will transfer you back to Trang An Heritage Garden.
16h00 - 16h15: Check in the room. Enjoy swimming at pool on summer time.
19h00 - 20h00: Have dinner at restaurant. Overnight at Trang An Heritage Garden.

Day 2: Hoa Lu - Tam Coc - Mua Cave - Hanoi
7h00 - 8h00: Have a breakfast at restaurant.
9h00: Check out of room.
9h45: Our driver will pick you up by minivan transfer to Hoa Lu.
10h30: Visiting Hoa Lu - the ancient capital of Vietnam from years 968 to 1010. Then you will see 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 minutes 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 in the nearby lake, waterfall and valleys.
12h00: You will have a buffet lunch with local specialties in the private area of our Trang An Heritage Garden.
13h15 - 13h30: Visiting 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.
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: It is time to get transferred back to Hanoi
19h30 - 19h45: Drop you off at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter.

Inclusions
  • 2 buffet lunch with local specialties; 1 dinner set menu; 1 breakfast
  • Accommodation: 1nite at Trang An Heritage Garden
  • Bicycle activity
  • 2-way electric car in Bai Dinh Pagoda
  • Entrance fee & sharing boat at Tam Coc: 2-3pax/boat; Trang An: 4pax/boat
  • Hanoi - Ninh Binh - Hanoi limousine/shuttle bus round trip
  • Trang An - Trang An Heritage Garden - Hoa Lu minivan transfer
  • 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
Not inclusions
  • Tips & Unmentioned fees
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