NINH BINH ONE DAY TRIP
NB1: BAI DINH PAGODA – TRANG AN BOATING – MUA CAVE
DURATION: 1 DAY
ITINERARY
07:30 – 08:15: Our guide will meet you at your hotel/stay to begin the Ninh Binh Tour with a 110km journey on a modern bus through the verdant landscape of the countryside. We will have a short break en route.
10:30: Arrive at the glimmering Bai Dinh Pagoda complex, the largest pagoda in not only Vietnam but all of Southeast Asia. This site is scenically set at the foothill of Dinh Mountain, surrounded by breathtaking views of the exquisite river valley below and the limestone karsts dotting the landscape.
The Bai Dinh Pagoda complex boasts the most massive and magnificent architecture ever built in the Vietnamese tradition, making it a destination that could take a full day to explore. During the Ninh Binh Tour, you will visit some of the highlights, including the national treasures: 500 stone statues of “La Han” (Arhats), two huge bronze bells weighing 27 tons and 36 tons, the Quan Yin statue with thousands of arms and eyes, and the Gautama Buddha statue.
With the sacred atmosphere and intriguing Buddhist stories presented by Ubuntu’s insider guide, you are sure to be enchanted.
13:00: Enjoy lunch at our restaurant, featuring delicious local cuisines.
13:30: Depart for the Trang An Grottoes, an outstanding natural beauty with majestic limestone massifs spanning 20 square kilometers, rising dramatically from the rice paddy fields. Hidden within the towering mountain chains are pristine mystical valleys, numerous freshwater ponds, and lush jungle.
Embark on a traditional sampan boat, gently rowed down the exquisite river through numerous caves such as Lam Cave, Vạng Cave, Đại Cave, and Thánh Trượt Cave.
15:30: Arrive at Mua Cave and start an exhilarating trek up to the top of Ngoa Long Mountain. Here, you will be treated to spectacular views of the rice valley and the stunning natural landscape, a highlight of the Ninh Binh Tour.
17:15: Return to our bus for the journey back to Hanoi.
19:30: Drop off at your hotel/stay. The Ninh Binh Tour ends.
NOTE
This is a group tour, and our bus will pick up travelers from various locations in the Hanoi Old Quarter in the morning. Due to heavy traffic during rush hour, please be ready in your hotel lobby at the scheduled time. Your patience and flexibility are appreciated as we navigate the vibrant streets of Vietnam.
The trek to Ngoa Long summit is steep and includes stone steps. If you have mobility issues, we recommend staying at the mountain’s base to enjoy the scenery and avoid delays.
If you have any concerns during the trip, please inform our guide. We are here to ensure you have an enjoyable experience. After the tour, our guide will be happy to provide recommendations for dining and sightseeing in Hanoi.
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