Overview
The "Ninh Bình & Cúc Phương Experience" tour offers a perfect blend of nature, culture, landscapes, and history, providing a diverse and captivating journey for travelers. Visitors will explore Cúc Phương National Park, with its ancient forests, rare wildlife species, scenic cycling trails, and kayaking adventures. Additionally, they can admire the majestic limestone mountains at Tam Cốc - Bích Động and the UNESCO World Heritage site of Tràng An. In terms of culture and history, the tour includes visits to the grand Bái Đính Pagoda complex, the ancient village of Hoa Lư, and the former capital city of Hoa Lư, with its historic relics from the 10th century. This tour is ideal for nature lovers and those seeking to learn about Vietnam’s culture and history amidst stunning natural settings.
Duration
3 days/2 nights (includes lunches/dinners/stay overnight in the national park)
Highlights
Boat trip in Van Long Nature Reserve, Endangered Primate Rescue Center (EPRC), 1000 year old tree, Cave of Prehistoric Man, Wildlife night-spotting, Hoa Lu Ancient Capital, Boat trip in Tam Coc
Price
1 client: US$386
2-3 clients: US$239 per person
4+ clients: US$177 per person
Highlights
Boat trip in Van Long Nature Reserve
Endangered Primate Rescue Center (EPRC)
1000 year old tree
Cave of Prehistoric Man
Wildlife night-spotting
Hoa Lu Ancient Capital
Boat trip in Tam Coc
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: 5/10
Requires relatively good physical fitness, capable of hiking an average of 7km. Explore diverse sites in Ninh Binh like Van Long Reserve, Tam Coc, and some key points in Cuc Phuong
Experience: Low
Physical fitness: Medium
Travel time: 3-4 hours
