Embark on a two-day adventure from Hanoi, starting with a visit to the ancient capital of Hoa Lu and the panoramic views of Mua Cave. Enjoy traditional cuisine for lunch and a serene bamboo boat ride through Tam Coc’s three enchanting caves. Relax at a cozy Bungalow and savor a Vietnamese dinner. On day two, explore the scenic beauty of Trang An, reminiscent of Halong Bay on land, with a bamboo boat journey through captivating caves. Delight in a local lunch, visit the impressive Bai Dinh Pagoda, and unwind with Vietnamese tea. Bid farewell to Ninh Binh and return to Hanoi, concluding your memorable journey around 6:30-7:00 PM at your hotel.
- Begin your journey with a trip to the ancient capital of Hoa Lu, where you’ll explore historic temples and learn about Vietnam’s rich cultural heritage
- Climb to the top of Mua Cave for amazing views of rice fields, mountains, and rivers below
- Discover the beauty of Trang An, like “Halong Bay on land.” Ride a bamboo boat through caves, green waterways, and tall limestone cliffs
2 Days 1 Night Ninh Binh
Itinerary
DAY 1: HOA LU – MUA CAVE – TAM COC BOAT TRIP (L, D)
- 7.30 am – 8.00 am: Pick-up from suggested hotels around the old quarter of Hanoi.
- 9.30 am – 9.45 am: Visit Hoa Lu, the ancient capital of Vietnam from 986-1010, to learn about the first feudal government of Vietnam.
- 10.30 am: Explore Mua Cave, offering an impressive panoramic view of Tam Coc and Ninh Binh City from the top point of Ngoa Long Mountain.
- 12.00 pm: Enjoy lunch with traditional foods such as spring rolls and goat meat.
- 2.00 pm: Discover Tam Coc on a sampan (bamboo boat) for nearly 2 hours, experiencing local life, river, limestone mountains, and fields. Pass through 3 caves: Hang Ca, Hang Hai, and Hang Ba.
- 4.00 pm: After exploring Ninh Binh, relax with local tea and fresh fruits while watching the sunset. Transfer to Bungalow for check-in and free time.
- 7.00 pm: Dinner with Vietnamese food prepared by the bungalow.
DAY 2: BAI DINH – TRANG AN ECO – HANOI (B, L)
- 8.30 am: Breakfast and check-out from the bungalow.
- 10.00 am – 10.30 am: Pick-up from hotel and transfer to Trang An eco-tourism site. Spend 2 hours exploring the landscape, resembling Halong Bay on land, via bamboo boat through many caves.
- 12.15 pm: Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant with traditional foods.
- 1.30 pm: Relax with Vietnamese tea and try some local cakes.
- 2.00 pm: Visit Bai Dinh Pagoda, the biggest pagoda in Southeast Asia.
- 4.00 pm: Depart Ninh Binh and return to Hanoi.
- 6.30 pm – 7.00 pm: Finish the trip at your hotel in Hanoi.
