Van Long serves as a vital sanctuary for the endangered Delacour’s langur, largely due to the wetlands that deter predators and poachers. Located 2km east of Tran Me, it is 23km from Ninh Binh on the route to Cuc Phuong.
Van Long serves as a vital sanctuary for the endangered Delacour’s langur, largely due to the wetlands that deter predators and poachers. Located 2km east of Tran Me, it is 23km from Ninh Binh on the route to Cuc Phuong.
Hoa Lu Ancient City - Trang An Grottoes - Bich Dong Pagoda
Hoa Lu Temples of the Dinh & Le Dynasties - 07:30-08:00 The tour guide will pick up guests from their hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter.
After an hour on the highway, there will be a 20-minute break.
10:00 Arrive at Hoa Lu Ancient Capital, a historic capital of Vietnam from the 11th century….
Hoa Lu Ancient City - Trang An Grottoes - Bich Dong Pagoda
Hoa Lu Temples of the Dinh & Le Dynasties - 07:30-08:00 The tour guide will pick up guests from their hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter.
After an hour on the highway, there will be a 20-minute break.
10:00 Arrive at Hoa Lu Ancient Capital, a historic capital of Vietnam from the 11th century. Visitors can explore temples dedicated to Emperors Dinh Tien Hoang and Le Dai Hanh, their sons, and Queen Duong Van Nga, who was married to both Dinh Tien Hoang and Le Dai Hanh.
Bich Dong Pagoda - 11:00 Cycle to Bich Dong Pagoda, a complex of three pagodas. The Lower Pagoda is at the base, with 100 steps leading to the Middle Pagoda, followed by a shorter but steep climb to the Upper Pagoda. Inside each cave temple, statues emerge from the haze of burning incense. Ride along country lanes to enjoy the stunning scenery of limestone mountains and small villages, set against an agricultural backdrop.
12:30 Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant, an excellent place to savor Vietnamese cuisine. Delight in local goat meat dishes.
Trang An Grottoes - 13:30 Depart for the renowned Trang An Grottoes, a World Natural Heritage site in Ninh Binh. Enjoy a 2-hour rowing boat trip to explore the cave complex: Lam Cave, Vang Cave, Dai Cave, and Thanh Truot, amidst mystery and wilderness. Experience the scenic beauty of mountains and rivers, reminiscent of Halong Bay on land. The tour guide will also show the Kong: Skull Island filming location, the aboriginal village (Skull Island Village), with charming houses to explore. Return to the wharf.
16:00 Return to the bungalow.
17:00 Transfer to the hotel (homestay) for check-in.
Dinner at the hotel (homestay). Overnight in Ninh Binh.
Van Long Wetland Reserve - Hanoi
Van Long Nature Reserve - 8:00 Breakfast at the hotel.
9:00 Begin cycling around the village to discover local life in the morning, observing farmers at work and buffaloes grazing in the fields. Then, embark on a bamboo boat trip around Van Long Nature Reserve to enjoy the breathtaking views and spot birds, herons, and the endangered Delacour’s langur.
11:30 Return to the hotel (homestay) for lunch. Afterwards, enjoy free time to learn about local handicrafts.
12:00 Check out and enjoy leisure time at the hotel.
16:00 Return to Hanoi.
18:00 Drop off at the hotel. Service concludes.
- Entrance fee, boat fee as per mention in itinerary
- Pick up and drop off services by A/C Ford Transit High Roof Van or Samco Felix Limousine
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Complementary bottle of water on bus
- Entrance fee, boat fee as per mention in itinerary
- Pick up and drop off services by A/C Ford Transit High Roof Van or Samco Felix Limousine
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Complementary bottle of water on bus
- Beverages, tax
- Tips, personal expenses & those not clearly mentioned above.
- Beverages, tax
- Tips, personal expenses & those not clearly mentioned above.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
