Authentic Ninh Binh

Authentic Ninh Binh
Overview
  • Travel style: Authentic & Unique Experience
  • Duration: 02 Days
  • Start from: Hanoi
  • End at: Hanoi
  • Visit: Ninh Binh
Highlights

The itinerary offers a captivating tour of Ninh Binh's stunning landscapes, along with an in-depth exploration of its cultural and historical significance. Engage with the local community for a truly immersive experience, making this an ideal choice for discerning travelers.

  • Less Touristic
  • Main sightseeng: Van Long water preservation center, Hoa Lu ancient capital, Galaxy Cave, Biking
  • Interacting with local 
Itinerary Expand All
  • Day 1 : Van Long Nature Reser - Hoa Lu ancient Capital

    Your adventure begins with a private car and tour guide picking up for a scenic drive through the Red River Delta to Ninh Binh. Upon arrival, you'll meet your boatman for an hour-long trip, visit the Van Long Nature Reserve, where you'll marvel at the stunning limestone mountains. On a lucky day, you might even spot gibbons foraging for food.

    Continue intouch with local culture by visiting a farmer's family, where you'll receive a warm welcome and have the opportunity to learn the art of embroidery.

    After have a lunch break at local restaurant, you will visit the Hoa Lu temples dedicated to the Dinh Dynasty kings (968-980) and the Early Le Dynasty (980-1009), who played a crucial role in getting back the country’s independence from Chinese rule for over a thousand years.

    In the late afternoon, transfer to your hotel for check-in and relaxation.

  • Day 2 : Galaxy Cave - Biking

    After enjoying breakfast at your hotel, you'll set off for Galaxy Cave, a hidden gem, rarely acessed by tourists. Begin with a short boat ride, followed by a scenic walk at the base of the bamboo-covered mountains. This unique cave experience combines hiking and in-cave boating, featuring stunning stalactites and limestone landscapes.

    After lunch, take a leisurely bike ride through ancient villages and lush rice fields at the foot of the mountains, culminating with a visit to the renowned Thai Vy Temple.
    In the late afternoon, transfer back to Hanoi. 

    Note: Biking from 5-7km If you do not wish for a biking trip, leisure walk will be replaced or flexible itinerary
Inclusions
  • Service of a private driver and air-conditioned vehicle.
  • Service of an English-speaking guide
  • Entrance fees for all mentioned sights and private boat trip
  • Bottled drinking water and wet tissue.
  • Hotel in Ninh Binh
Exclusions
  • Flights into and out Vietnam.
  • Accommodation in Hanoi.
  • Meals and drinks not mentioned in the itinerary.
  • Tips for tour guide and driver.
  • Travel insurance.
  • Vietnam Visa.


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