• 7:00 AM – 7:30 AM: Vehicle and guide pick up guests in the Hanoi Old Quarter and depart for Ninh Binh. Along the way, the vehicle will stop at a rest area for breakfast (own expense).
• After approximately 2 hours of driving, we arrive at the first sightseeing destination: Hoa Lu Ancient Capital, the first capital of the centralized Vietnamese feudal state.
• Guests visit Hoa Lu Ancient Capital, the capital of Dai Co Viet over 10 centuries ago. The ancient capital covers over 300 hectares, stretching across the villages of Chi Phong, Yen Thanh, and Yen Thuong in Truong Yen commune, Hoa Lu district. In Hoa Lu Ancient Capital, guests will admire the majestic scenery and rich history of the nation during the reign of the Dai Co Viet kings over 10 centuries ago. After the guide’s introduction to Hoa Lu Ancient Capital, guests will continue to visit the two historical sites: King Dinh’s Temple and King Le’s Temple, built in the 17th century, showcasing exquisite wood and stone carvings. The vehicle will then proceed to Hang Mua Cave.
• 11:15 AM: Guests begin their ascent of Mount Mua to conquer Ngọa Long Peak – a must-see for anyone visiting Ninh Binh. This is an opportunity for guests to test their stamina by climbing the mountain, traversing 486 stone steps, with ancient walls covered in moss firmly connecting the foot to the peak of the mountain, reminiscent of the Great Wall of China, and surrounded by a majestic mountain range.
• 1:00 PM: After the sightseeing, guests will board the vehicle to a restaurant for lunch (buffet/set menu) featuring local specialties such as venison, crispy rice, and more.
• 2:30 PM: Guests take a boat trip to visit Tam Coc. Tam Coc means three caves: the First Cave, the Second Cave, and the Third Cave. Visiting Tam Coc involves a unique waterway, taking approximately two hours. Traditional boats will take guests to the First Cave, the largest and most beautiful, measuring 127 meters in length, nestled beneath a large mountain that spans the Ngo Dong River. Guests will experience the fresh, cool air of the countryside as they delve into the cave, marveling at the stalactites cascading from the cave ceiling, glittering like exquisite jewels. The journey continues through the water to the Second and Third Caves. Similar to the First Cave, which is likened to a rainbow stretching along the Ngo Dong Riverbanks, the remaining caves are equally magnificent.
• 5:00 PM: The vehicle takes guests back to the hotel for rest and dinner.

Meals: L,D

Overnight in Ninh Binh

• 6:30 AM – 7:00 AM: Guests enjoy breakfast at the hotel. After breakfast, guests are free to explore Ninh Binh.
• 10:00 AM: The vehicle picks up guests to travel to Bai Dinh Temple.
• 10:30 AM: The vehicle takes guests to the foot of Bai Dinh Temple. The guide will direct guests to the electric vehicle waiting area (for those using electric vehicles), while those choosing to walk will begin their ascent to Bai Dinh Temple.
• The first destination is the Tam Quan Gate, a grand structure with three roofs covered with Nam Bat Trang tiles. On either side of the gate are more than five hundred meticulously carved stone La Hán statues.
• Next is the bell tower, home to the largest bell in Southeast Asia, intricately decorated, and featuring two sutras inscribed in Chinese characters.
• Behind the bell tower are the Quan The Am Hall and the Phap Tru Hall, entirely constructed of four-sided wood. Inside, there is a golden statue of the thousand-armed, thousand-eyed Quan Âm Bodhisattva, the largest such statue in Vietnam.
• At the top is the Tam The Hall, the largest and most magnificent structure in Bai Dinh Temple complex. From here, guests can take in the entire temple scenery. Inside, there are three largest Tam The statues representing Buddhas from different eras, guiding beings towards Buddhism. Nearby is the statue of Di Lac Buddha, symbolizing optimism, joy, and a benevolent smile that spreads across the world.
• This site is not only a significant cultural and spiritual center but also a captivating blend of Buddhist elements, history, and architecture.
• 12:30 PM: Guests board the vehicle to a restaurant for lunch (buffet/set menu) featuring Ninh Binh specialties such as mountain venison and crispy rice.
• 2:30 PM: The vehicle takes guests to Trang An, where they will take a boat trip along the Sao Khe River, winding through limestone mountains, surrounding pristine forests and reed beds. The boat will pass nine significant caves with unique names like the Light Cave, the Dark Cave, and the Wine-Making Cave. Guests will experience the thrill of entering the deep caves, admiring the fascinating cave formations, and immersing themselves in the natural beauty. In particular, guests will visit three historical sites: Trinh Temple, Tran Temple, and Khong Mansion.
• 5:30 PM: Guests return to the vehicle for the journey back to Hanoi.
• 7:30 PM: The vehicle arrives at the starting point, concluding the exciting tour.

Meals: B,L

Overnight: N/A