Overview
The 3-day, 2-night tour exploring the countryside of Ninh Binh and Cuc Phuong offers an authentic experience of the region's nature and rural life. You’ll embark on a boat trip through the Van Long Nature Reserve, discovering the unique wetland ecosystem, and enjoy cycling through the serene countryside landscapes. Next, you'll head to Cuc Phuong National Park for activities such as visiting the primate conservation center and trekking into the forest. This relaxing journey is suitable for all fitness levels, with a gentle itinerary and only a 7km walking distance.
Duration
3 days/2 nights (includes lunches/dinners/stay overnight in the national park)
Highlights
Boat trip in Van Long Nature Reserve, Cycling through villages, rice fields, and forest, Endangered Primate Rescue Center (EPRC), 1000-year-old tree, Cave of Prehistoric Man, Night-spotting, Bird-watching
Price
1 client: US$475
2-3 clients: US$280 per person
4+ clients: US$197 per person
Highlights
Boat trip in Van Long Nature Reserve
Cycling through villages, rice fields, and forest
Endangered Primate Rescue Center (EPRC)
1000-year-old tree
Cave of Prehistoric Man
Night-spotting
Bird-watching
Schedule
* B: Breakfast, L: Lunch, D: Dinner
Services
Accommodation sharing a twin room with daily breakfast at the park
The services of experienced English-speaking guides as indicated in the itinerary
Private air-conditioned vehicle as specified in the itinerary above
Entry fees for all visits as mentioned in the programme
Meals as specified in the best local restaurants, picnics where suitable restaurants are not available
VAT and other taxes
Drinks, gratuities, and personal expenses
Insurance
Tips for guide and drivers
Checklist
Must have
Backpack: 20L, 30L
Sport shoes/Trekking shoes/Trainers
Trekking pole
Water bottle: 1L
Hat/Cap
Lightweight raincoat
Flashlight
Phone/camera
Portable charger
Insect repellent
Multi-purpose knife
Personal identification
Toiletries
02 extra set of clothes
Additional gear
Binoculars
Sunglasses
Waterproof phone pouch
First-aid kit
Medication
Difficulty: 7/10
Requires good physical fitness, cycling nearly 60km around various sites in Cuc Phuong. Explore and hike long distances of about 7km through the forest
Experience: Medium
Physical fitness: Fairly good
Travel time: 10-12 hours
