(Customized Tour) 2D1N Tour in Phong Nha

Day 1: PARADISE CAVE EXPLORATION – DARK CAVE ZIPLINE & MUD BATH ADVENTURE

1. Dong Hoi
   20m
   07:30 - 07:50 – Pick-up in Dong Hoi
   
   Our car and tour guide will pick you up at your hotel in Dong Hoi city center.
2. Phong Nha
   20m
   08:50 - 09:10 – Pick-up in Phong Nha and transfer to Paradise Cave
   
   The journey continues deep into the Phong Nha Ke Bang National Park to reach Paradise Cave – the
   longest dry cave in Asia.
3. Paradise Cave
   2h 30m · Admission ticket not included
   09:35 - 11:40 – Visit Paradise Cave
   
   Arrive at the visitor center. Ride an electric buggy through the forest, then hike up a short paved path to the cave entrance. Walk down wooden pathways inside a massive 31-kilometer dry cave system, marveling at towering stalagmites and cathedral-like natural chambers illuminated by ambient lighting.
4. Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park
   1h
   12:10 PM: Enjoy local lunch at local restaurant
5. Hang Tối
   2h · Admission ticket not included
   13:30 – After lunch, the group gathers to begin the exploration of Hang Toi (Dark Cave) - Chay River:
   • Gear up with harness, life jacket, and headlamp.
   • Experience a 400-meter zipline across the turquoise Chay River to the cave entrance.
   • Swim into the cave, trek through dark, narrow passages, and immerse yourself in a natural mud bath deep inside the cavern.
   • Kayak back across the river and enjoy mini water-games and freshwater showers
6. Phong Nha
   20m
   16:30 – End day 1
   Transfer to your accommodation in Phong Nha Town/Dong Hoi city for check-in. Free evening to relax. Overnight in Phong Nha/Dong Hoi

Day 2: DAY 2: WARTIME COMMANDER CAVE – PHONG NHA BOAT TRIP & DEPARTURE

1. Dong Hoi
   10m
   07:30 – 07:45 – Pick up from hotels/homestays in Dong Hoi city
   
   Morning pickup from your hotel in Dong Hoi city
2. Phong Nha
   10m
   08:30 – Pick up from hotels/homestays in Phong Nha Village
   
   Morning pickup from your hotel in Phong Nha Village
3. Commander Cave Museum
   2h 30m · Admission ticket not included
   09:00 - 11:50– Commander Cave
   
   Journey into the historical interior of the park. Explore the secret wartime headquarters hidden inside limestone cliffs, learning how military personnel utilized natural karst formations as strategic operations bases during the war.
4. Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park
   1h
   12:20 - 13:30 – Relax and enjoy a local lunch in Phong Nha village
   
   Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant near the Son River.
5. Phong Nha Caves
   3h · Admission ticket not included
   13:30 - 16:30 – Visit Phong Nha Cave
   
   Board a dragon boat at Phong Nha Tourism Center for a picturesque 30-minute cruise along the Son River. As the boat enters the cavern, the engines are turned off, and the
   boatman paddles silently through the underground river. Admire famous formations such as "The Fairy Caves" and "The Royal Court," then walk on foot through the dry section
   before returning to the boat.
6. Dong Hoi
   40m
   16:30 - 17:30 – Tour ends. Transfer back to your drop-off point:
   • 16:30: Drop-off at hotels in Phong Nha.
   • 17:30: Drop-off at hotels/train station/airport in Dong Hoi.
   • Optional direct transfer to Hue City center available upon request with a surcharge

Pickup details

The driver will pick you up directly at your hotel. You can easily recognize our driver by the SOVABA uniform and company-branded hat. The driver will also be holding a sign with the lead traveler’s name for easy identification.

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels