Day Tour | Van Long Nature Reserve Tour from Hanoi

— GENERAL INFOMATION —

Departure Time: 06:50 AM - 7:50 AM.

Duration: 11.5 - 12 hours. 

Destination: Van Long Nature Reserve, Ninh Binh.

Guide: English-speaking guide.

*After you confirm their booking, we will inform you about the exact time and meeting point.

Meeting Point: Hanoi Opera House, or designated pick-up points based on your hotel address (due to the regulation of transportation from 16-seated not allow to enter Old Quarter area)
*Note: Please arrive at your selected meeting point on time to avoid missing the departure. As this is a shared group tour, the vehicle will wait for a maximum of 5 minutes at each pick-up point.

 

– ABOUT THIS SERVICE –

Leave Hanoi behind and journey into the tranquil countryside of Ninh Binh to explore Van Long Nature Reserve. Known for its calm waterways and spectacular limestone karst scenery, the reserve offers a peaceful setting for a traditional rowing boat ride. Glide through the wetlands, admire the surrounding mountains and rice fields, and look for native wildlife, including the rare Delacour's langur. This relaxing day trip is ideal for travelers looking to experience the quieter side of Ninh Binh.

 

– ITINERARY –

07:00 – 07:45 AM: Our guide will meet you at the meeting point and drives 120 km through the verdant landscape of the Red River Delta. A short break of approximately 20 minutes is included before arriving at Van Long Wetland Nature Reserve.

There you will take a boat trip through a river surrounded by limestone mountains where the movie King Kong was filmed, observe local wildlife, and visit a water cave.

 

11:30 AM: Visit Hoa Lu Ancient Citadel and Dinh King Temple dating back to the 17th century. The tour guide will introduce the history of the king who united Dai Viet and explain the unique architecture of the temple.

 

12:45 PM: Enjoy a buffet lunch at a local restaurant featuring traditional Vietnamese cuisine.

 

02:00 PM: Board a small sampan boat to explore Tam Coc, meaning "Three Caves".

During the 1.5-hour boat trip, admire majestic limestone cliffs, mysterious caves, rice paddies, and peaceful countryside landscapes.

 

04:00 PM: Continue to Mua Cave and hike to Ngoa Long Summit, also known as Dragon Mountain.

Enjoy panoramic views over Love Valley and one of the most spectacular viewpoints in Vietnam.

 

05:30 PM – 7:45 PM: Return to Hanoi by bus with a short break along the way.

End of tour.

 

INCLUDED:

• Pick-up and drop-off from hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter by standard bus (maximum 33 passengers).
• English-speaking guide.
• 2 bottles of water per person on the bus.
• Buffet lunch with Vietnamese dishes, including vegetarian options.
• All entrance fees and boat tickets during the trip.

 

EXCLUDED:

• Pick-up and drop-off outside Hanoi Old Quarter.
• Tips and personal expenses.
• Government tax.
• Travel insurance.
• Drinks during the trip.