I T I N E R A R Y 

DAY 1: BAI DINH – TRANG AN

7h00-7h50: Our tour guide and driver will pick you up from the hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter for transfer to Ninh Binh. 

9h15: Stops on the way for a 15 – 20 minutes short break for you 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

12h00: It is time to enjoy Ninh Binh specialties in the private area of our Trang An Eco Holiday Retreat. The vegetarian option is available. 

13.30: Departing to visit Trang An attraction with majestic limestone cliffs, mysterious yet inviting caves, and deserted green fields. Take a boat trip to visit the cave complex: Sang Cave, Toi Cave, Ba Giot Cave, Nau Ruou in around 2.5 hours. 

17.00: Check-in Trang An Eco Holiday Retreat and then you have your own time for relaxing or swimming. 

19:00: Have dinner and stay overnight in Trang An Eco Holiday Retreat. (Tour guide is not available until next morning). 

DAY 2: HOA LU – TAM COC – MUA CAVE
Morning: Breakfast is served at the homestay, then free time to explore the neighborhood. 

10.00: Start Visiting Hoa Lu, the ancient capital of Vietnam during the Dinh and Le dynasties. Here, you will have the opportunity to visit the temples of the Dinh and Le Kings and learn about the history and culture of the region. 

12:00: Enjoy lunch at our restaurant with great local cuisine. 

13:00: Departing to visit Tam Coc, also known as the “Ha long Bay on land.” This area is famous for its limestone karst formations and winding waterways, which we will explore by boat. During the boat ride, you will have the chance to admire the stunning scenery and learn about the local way of life. 

15.30: Hiking up Mua Cave (Mua means Dance) with over 500 steps up to the top of Ngoa Long Mountain with a panorama view of Ninh Binh City, Ngo Dong River.

16.30: Getting on the bus and going back to Ha Noi. 

19.00: Arriving at your hotel in Hanoi. End of tour

INCLUSION

  •         2 buffet lunch with local specialties; 1 dinner set menu; 1 breakfast
  •         Accommodation: 1nite at Trang An Eco Holiday Retreat
  •         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 Eco Holiday Retreat – 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

EXCLUSION

  •         VAT
  •         Beverages
  •         Tips for tourguide & driver 
  •         Personal expenses
  •         All services and items not mentioned specifically in the list above
  •         Surcharge on Vietnam public holidays

CHILDREN POLICY
 Children: from 1 – 4 years old: Free of charge
 Children from 5 – 8 years old: 75 % of charge
 Children from 9 years old: 100 % of charge

 

SPECIAL NOTES
 Should bring the necessary things such as: cash, cellphone or camara, raincoat/
umbrella, sun block…(depending on the weather)
 Option Cyclo Ride/ Puppet Show will be done in the end of the tour.
 Tour may finish a bit earlier or later in some cases
 The order of the itinerary can be changed depending on our guide’s
arrangement