2-Day Ninh Binh Tour: Cuc Phuong, Van Long, Bai Dinh, Trang An

Hanoi, Vietnam
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Duration2 days
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LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
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Overview

Day 1: Cuc Phuong National Park & Van Long Cruise – Overnight in Hoa Lu Ancient Town. Start your adventure at Cuc Phuong National Park, Vietnam’s oldest national park, famous for its rich biodiversity, ancient trees, and limestone caves. Explore the park’s trails and learn about its wildlife and history. In the afternoon, enjoy a peaceful Van Long Nature Reserve cruise, gliding along calm waterways surrounded by striking limestone karsts and wetlands. After your day of exploration, check in at Tu An Towels.

Day 2: Bai Dinh, Trang An & Mua Cave. Begin your day at Bai Dinh Pagoda, the largest pagoda complex in Vietnam, renowned for its impressive architecture and serene surroundings. Next, take a scenic boat trip through Trang An Scenic Landscape Complex, a UNESCO World Heritage Site featuring limestone caves, rivers, lush greenery. End the tour with a climb to Mua Cave, where you’ll be rewarded with panoramic views of the surrounding countryside and winding rivers.

Options

Private Tour

Ninh Bình Hotel
Duration: 2 days
Private Car
Pickup included

Private Self-Guided Tour

Without tour guide: This option means you are booking only a private car with a driver
Duration: 2 days
Private Car
Pickup included

What's included

  • English speaking tour guide
  • Pick-up & drop-off In Hanoi
  • Good quality transportation,
  • New year holiday surcharge, tips

What to expect

Day 1: Cuc Phuong National Park & Van Long Cruise – Overnight in Hoa Lu Ancient Town (Lunch & Dinner Included)
  1. Cuc Phuong National Park
    2h · Admission ticket included
    Cuc Phuong National Park (Cuc Phuong National Park)
    Vietnam’s oldest national park, Cuc Phuong is famous for its rich biodiversity, ancient trees, caves, and wildlife. Visitors can explore jungle trails, see endemic plants, and experience the park’s natural beauty up close.
  2. Van Long Nature Reserve
    1h · Admission ticket included
    Van Long Nature Reserve (Van Long Nature Reserve)
    A tranquil wetland area surrounded by dramatic limestone karsts, Van Long is perfect for a relaxing boat cruise. The area is home to rare wildlife and offers stunning scenery of rivers, mountains, and peaceful paddies.
  3. 30m
    Hoa Lu Ancient Town (Hoa Lu Ancient Town)
    The former capital of Vietnam in the 10th–11th centuries, Hoa Lu features historic temples and ancient architecture. It’s a charming town for an overnight stay, giving visitors a glimpse into Vietnam’s royal history.
Day 2: Hoa Lu Ancient Capital – Trang An – Mua Cave (Breakfast, Lunch)
  1. Bai Dinh Pagoda
    1h
    Bai Dinh Pagoda (Bai Dinh Pagoda)
    The largest pagoda complex in Vietnam, Bai Dinh is renowned for its grand architecture, thousands of statues, and serene surroundings. It’s a major spiritual site and a highlight of Ninh Binh.
  2. Trang An Landscape Complex
    2h · Admission ticket included
    Continue to Trang An Scenic Landscape Complex, a UNESCO World Heritage Site famous for its stunning limestone karst formations, tranquil rivers, and hidden caves. A traditional sampan boat ride takes you through caves and peaceful waterways, revealing the area’s spectacular natural beauty.
  3. Mua Caves
    1h · Admission ticket included
    Finally, visit Mua Cave, one of the best viewpoints in Ninh Binh. Climb the stone steps to the top of Ngoa Long Mountain for breathtaking panoramic views of Tam Coc’s rice fields and winding river before lunch and the return to Hanoi.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

Our Guide Will Pick You Up At Hanoi Old Quarter. Please Send Us Your Full Name, IMessage/Whatsapp Phone Number, Pick-Up Address In Advance. If You're Staying Far From The Old Quarter, Kindly Contact Us So We Can Help Organize Your Trip—An Extra Fee May Apply For Distant Pick-Up Locations.

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Any food allergies and vegetarian are available

Cancellation policy

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