Exquisite 3-Day, 2-Night Journey Through Ninh Binh and Pu Luong

Hanoi, Vietnam
Duration3 days
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
Instant confirmationYour booking is confirmed right away
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 15 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Embark on a captivating journey from Hanoi to Pu Luong and Ninh Binh. Explore Pu Luong’s stunning rice fields and caves, then delve into Ninh Binh’s rich village life and traditional water wheels. Finally, discover Mua Cave, historic Hoa Lu, and the scenic Trang An Natural Heritage Site. This unique blend of adventure, culture, and breathtaking landscapes promises an unforgettable escape from city life

Options

Single room

Single room : One person stay in single room
Pickup included

Double room

Double room : Maximum 2 people stay together in double room ( Options for single/double beds )
Pickup included

Triple room

Triple room : Maximum 3 people stay in triple room.
Pickup included

What's included

  • Group tour in Pu Luong and locally led tour in Ninh Binh
  • Limo bus from Hanoi - Pu Luong and from Ninh Binh – Hanoi
  • Tickets and entrance fees in Pu Luong and Ninh Binh
  • Homestays with private bathrooms in Pu Luong, Ninh Binh
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Breakfast
  • Gratuities
  • Drinks and cooking class

What to expect

Day 1: Day 1: Ha Noi - Pu Luong (L/D)
  1. Pu Long Nature Reserve
    7h
    7:30: Meet at the Opera House in Hanoi Old Quarter to board the bus for Pu Luong Nature Reserve.
    12:00: Arrive in Pu Luong, enjoy lunch, and check in to your accommodation. Free time to relax.
    13:00: Depart for afternoon trekking. Cross a hanging bridge over the Cham River and walk through Ba Village, observing traditional houses.
    14:30: Discover the impressive bamboo waterwheels unique to the Thai ethnic minority.
    16:00: Enjoy a tranquil bamboo boat ride, navigating through the area as locals do.
    17:00: Return to the Retreat to relax or swim in the infinity pool.
    19:00: Dinner at the Eco-Restaurant, followed by a peaceful evening at the bar or by the pool.
  2. Pu Luong Nature Reserve
    30m · Admission ticket included
    Pu Luong Nature Reserve has a diverse forest ecosystem, with rivers and streams flowing gently all year round. One of the interesting experiences when coming to Pu Luong Cham stream is to go bamboo rafting on the stream to admire the beautiful natural scenery of the surrounding mountains.
  3. Pu Luong Nature Reserve
    1h · Admission ticket included
    Depart for afternoon trekking. Cross a hanging bridge over the Cham River and walk through Ba Village, observing traditional houses.
Day 2: Day 2: Pu Luong - Ninh Binh (B/L/D)
  1. Ninh Binh Province
    12h
    7:00: Breakfast at the Retreat.
    8:00: Start the trek to Kho Muong Village and Bat Cave. Walk through alleys lined with traditional Thai stilt houses to reach stunning viewpoints of the rice terraces.
    10:00: Explore Kho Muong Village and visit the cave entrance (subject to weather conditions).
    12:00: Check out and enjoy lunch in Pu Luong.
    13:30: Depart for Ninh Binh, known as Halong Bay on land.
    15:00: Arrive at the lodge and relax around the pool or terrace.
    19:00: Dinner and overnight stay at Trang An Ecolodge Resort.
  2. Pu Luong Nature Reserve
    1h · Admission ticket included
    Trekking to Kho Muong village, Bat cave
Day 3: Day 3: Ninh Binh - Ha Noi (B/L)
  1. Hanoi
    5h
    7:30: Breakfast at the lodge.
    8:30: Cycle to Hoa Lu Ancient Capital, the site of the Dinh, Tien Le, and Ly dynasties, exploring its stunning historical scenery and unique architecture.
    10:30: Enjoy a relaxing boat tour in the UNESCO site of Trang An, navigating through karst landscapes, caves, and temples.
    12:30: Lunch at a local restaurant.
    14:00: Transfer back to Hanoi, with an estimated arrival time around 18:30
  2. Hoa Lu Ancient Capital
    1h · Admission ticket included
    Cycle to Hoa Lu Ancient Capital, home to the Dinh, Tien Le, and Ly dynasties, where you can explore its breathtaking historical landscape and distinctive architecture.
  3. Trang An Grottoes
    1h · Admission ticket included
    Trang An Grottoes is a wonderful geological heritage that shows more clearly than other places in the world the final stages of karst evolution in a humid tropical environment. This is an excellent and outstanding model on a global scale. Enjoy your boat tour

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Lo Su Street intersects with Dinh Tien Hoang Street (right by Hoan Kiem Lake, located in the heart of Hanoi). Just a few minutes walk, customers can easily reach our office. You can also find our location by searching for "31 Lo Su Street, Ly Thai To Ward, Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi."

End point

Lo Su Street intersects with Dinh Tien Hoang Street (right by Hoan Kiem Lake, located in the heart of Hanoi). Just a few minutes walk, customers can easily reach our office. You can also find our location by searching for "31 Lo Su Street, Ly Thai To Ward, Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi."

Pickup details

We offer a free pickup service from hotels within a 5-kilometer radius of Hanoi's Old Quarter. Our staff will meet you in your hotel lobby at the appropriate time for the tour (which will be notified via email to you before the departure date)
For guests staying outside of Hanoi, please visit our office at 31 Lò Sũ, Hoàn Kiếm, Hanoi for tour departure.

Additional information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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