2D1N Tour | Cuc Phuong National Park, Hoa Lu or Bai Dinh, Trang An & Mua Cave with Bungalow Stay

— GENERAL INFORMATION —

Duration: 2 days 1 night.

Departure: Daily.

• After guests confirm their booking, we will inform them of the exact meeting time and location.

Meeting point: Hanoi Opera House, Hanoi Old Quarter, Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi, or hotels in the Hoan Kiem District area, Hanoi.

• If guests are outside the free pick-up area or during rush hour, they may be required to gather at a designated location.

- ABOUT THIS SERVICE -

Escape the bustling streets of Hanoi and discover the breathtaking natural landscapes, rich history, and diverse wildlife of Ninh Binh on this unforgettable 2-day, 1-night adventure. Explore either the impressive Bai Dinh Pagoda or the historic ancient capital of Hoa Lu, before enjoying a peaceful sampan boat journey through the spectacular caves, limestone mountains, and sacred temples of Trang An. Continue to Mua Cave and climb to the summit of Ngoa Long Mountain for panoramic views of the surrounding valleys and dramatic karst landscapes. Spend a relaxing night at a comfortable bungalow before venturing into the lush wilderness of Cuc Phuong National Park, Vietnam's oldest national park, where you can discover endangered primates and explore the natural beauty of the rainforest. Complete your journey with a tranquil boat trip through Van Long Wetland Nature Reserve, surrounded by towering limestone mountains and abundant wildlife. Combining culture, nature, adventure, and relaxation, this 2-day experience is an ideal choice for travelers looking to discover the most diverse and scenic highlights of Ninh Binh.

- DETAILED ITINERARY -

DAY 1: BAI DINH/HOA LU - TRANG AN - MUA CAVE - OVERNIGHT IN NINH BINH (LUNCH , DINNER)

07:00 AM – 07:45: The bus and guide will pick you up from the hotel and then depart for Ninh Binh, a popular tourist destination in the Red River Delta, about 110 km south of Hanoi.
 

Option 1:

10:00: Arrive at Bai Dinh Pagoda to visit the Tam The and Phap Chu Halls covering an area of 1,000 m²; the statue of Avalokiteshvara; the statue of Buddha Shakyamuni; the largest bronze Buddha statue in Southeast Asia; three Tam The statues each weighing 50 tons; and the largest bell in Southeast Asia weighing 36 tons.

 

Option 2:

10:30 AM: Arrive in Ninh Binh and start by visiting the famous temples: the Temple of King Dinh, dedicated to King Dinh Tien Hoang, founder of the Dinh Dynasty, and the Temple of King Le, dedicated to King Le Dai Hanh, founder of the Early Le Dynasty. After visiting the ancient capital Hoa Lu, the guide will take you to Mua Cave.

 

12:00 PM: Enjoy a buffet lunch with local specialties at a restaurant.

 

1:30 PM: Transfer to the Trang An Ecological Area, where you will take a small boat tour to explore the cave system and landmarks such as: Lam Cave, Vang Cave, Dai Cave, Thánh Trượt Cave, and three significant sites: Cao Son Temple, Suoi Tien Temple, and Vu Lam Palace, where the Tran Dynasty kings are worshipped. 

Embarrk on a traditional sampan gently roweddown the equisite river through umerous caves: Lam Cave, Vang Cave, Dai Cave, Thanh Truot Cave, etc and Cao Son Temple, Suoi Tien Temple, Vu Lam Temple,etc. 

 

3:15 PM: Continue to visit Mua Cave.

 

3:30 PM: Arrive at Mua Cave to explore the cave and climb to the top of Ngoa Long Mountain to enjoy the breathtaking view of the Love Valley, a popular spot for photos and check-ins.

 

5:00 PM: Return to the bungalow, check in, and relax.
 

7:00 PM: Dinner at the bungalow and then you have your own time to relax, and enjoy night time with pool view bar (Tour guide is note available until next aftenoon).
 

DAY 2: CUC PHUONG NATIONAL PARK - VAN LONG - HANOI (BREAKFAST, LUNCH)

08:00 AM: Breakfast at the bungalow. Transfer to Cuc Phuong National Park. First, visit the Endangered Primate Rescue Center to see the primates in their natural habitat. The center’s staff works to protect, care for, and rehabilitate primates to prevent extinction, maintaining their living conditions as close to their natural habitat as possible.

 

After lunch at the national park restaurant, explore the heart of the forest. If time permits, visit the Ancient Man Cave, which holds archaeological relics from prehistoric humans tens of thousands of years old.

3:00 PM: After Cuc Phương National Park, get on the bus to visit Van Long Wetland Nature Reserve. There you take a boat trip on a river coverred by mountains where the movie Kong:Skull Island were made, watching the wildlife and visit a water cave.

5:00 PM: Transfer back to Hanoi.
 

7:30 - 8:00 PM: Arrive in Hanoi, concluding the trip.
 

*Note: This is a reference itinerary. The actual itinerary may be adjusted depending on weather conditions and the actual circumstances at the destination.

INCLUDED:

• Round-trip transfer (group tour) with pick-up and drop-off in Hanoi Old Quarter.
• Friendly and enthusiastic English/Vietnamese speaking guide.
• 02 bottles of mineral water per person/day (on the bus and in the room).
• Meals as mentioned in the program (02 lunches, 01 dinner, 01 breakfast).
• Admission tickets for all sightseeing spots mentioned in the program.
• Complimentary use of bicycles at the bungalow for local exploration.
• Overnight stay at a standard Bungalow (2–3 guests per room).

EXCLUDED:

• Tour guide services are not included overnight.
• 2-way electric car at Bai Dinh Pagoda (150,000 VND/person).
• Drinks during meals.
• Individual spending, extra drinks, and VAT invoices.
• Tips for guide and driver, and other private costs.
• Surcharge for locations outside Hanoi Old Quarter.
• Single Room Supplement: 500,000 VND/guest/room.
• Holiday Surcharge: April 30 - May 1, August 28th - September 2. (Please contact us for more details)