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Ninh Binh Day Tour: Mua Cave / Panorama View - Boat Trip

From $269

Your day begins with a comfortable morning pickup from your hotel in Hanoi. Leave the city’s busy streets behind as you drive south through peaceful countryside landscapes — think green rice paddies, grazing buffalo, and limestone mountains rising in the distance. After about 2 hours, you arrive in beautiful Ninh Binh Climb nearly 500 stone steps to the summit of Mua Cave for one of the most breathtaking views in northern Vietnam. From the top, you’ll be rewarded with a sweeping panorama of winding rivers, lush rice fields, and dramatic karst peaks stretching to the horizon. It’s the perfect photo stop — and totally worth the climb. After the hike, relax and recharge with lunch at a local restaurant. Enjoy regional specialties such as goat meat dishes, crispy rice (cơm cháy), fresh vegetables, and other authentic Vietnamese flavors. Next, board a traditional sampan boat for a peaceful journey through Thung Nang. Locals gently row you along a quiet river surrounded by towering limestone cliffs and golden rice fields. Drift through natural caves and hidden valleys while soaking in the calm, postcard-perfect scenery. It’s slow, serene, and incredibly photogenic. Drive to the hotel

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Thung Nham Bird Park Tour

From $44

Travel to Thung Nham bird valley, you will be immersed in the wild and nature, enjoy fresh atmosphere and quietly listen to thousands birds are singing. I believe this one day tour bird watching to Thung Nham would bring you a comfortable and pleasure feelings.

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Cuc Phuong National Park Hiking

From $57

Cuc Phuong national park is the biggest park in the North Vietnam. With its diversity of tropical trees, it is the attractive place for hiking or biking for one day.

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Ninh Binh – Ha Noi Airport – Flight to Hue – Transfer to Hotel

Depart from Ninh Bình in the morning and drive toward Nội Bài International Airport (Hà Nội Airport). The journey takes approximately 2.5 to 3 hours, passing through peaceful countryside, rice paddies, and small villages before reaching the bustling outskirts of Hà Nội. Upon arrival at Nội Bài Airport, check in for your domestic flight to Huế, the former imperial capital of Vietnam. The flight takes about 1 hour and 15 minutes, offering aerial views of Vietnam’s diverse landscapes, from the Red River Delta to the Central Coast. Upon landing at Phú Bài International Airport (Huế Airport), a private driver will be waiting to greet you. From here, enjoy a 30-minute drive into the heart of Huế, passing by scenic lagoons, rivers, and glimpses of Huế’s ancient city walls. Arrive at your hotel in Huế, check in, and relax after your journey. Depending on your arrival time, you may have the rest of the day free to explore Huế’s charming streets, riverside cafés, or even take a sunset walk along the Perfume River.

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From Ninh Binh to Hoi An - Fly from Hanoi to Da Nang

From $333

After breakfast, depart from Ninh Binh, known for its stunning karst landscapes and tranquil countryside, and embark on a comfortable drive to Noi Bai International Airport in Hanoi. Along the way, enjoy the changing scenery as we leave the peaceful rural areas behind and head towards the vibrant capital. Upon arrival at the airport, board your domestic flight to Da Nang, a coastal city renowned for its golden beaches, modern skyline, and scenic mountain backdrops. After landing in Da Nang, meet your driver and take a scenic drive to Hoi An, passing through charming coastal roads and glimpsing the iconic Marble Mountains along the way. Arriving in Hoi An, a UNESCO World Heritage town, you’ll be welcomed by its well-preserved ancient streets, glowing lanterns, and a blend of Vietnamese, Chinese, and French architecture. Check in at your hotel and take the evening to relax or explore the town’s enchanting atmosphere

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Climb nearly 500 stone steps to the summit of Mua Cave for one of the most breathtaking views in northern Vietnam. From the top, you’ll be rewarded with a sweeping panorama of winding rivers, lush rice fields, and dramatic karst peaks stretching to the horizon. It’s the perfect photo stop — and totally worth the climb.

After the hike, relax and recharge with lunch at a local restaurant. Enjoy regional specialties such as goat meat dishes, crispy rice (cơm cháy), fresh vegetables, and other authentic Vietnamese flavors.

Next, board a traditional sampan boat for a peaceful journey through Thung Nang. Locals gently row you along a quiet river surrounded by towering limestone cliffs and golden rice fields. Drift through natural caves and hidden valleys while soaking in the calm, postcard-perfect scenery. It’s slow, serene, and incredibly photogenic.

Drive to the hotel

From $269

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Ninh Binh Day Tour: Mua Cave / Panorama View - Boat Trip

Thung Nham Bird Park Tour

Cuc Phuong National Park Hiking

Ninh Binh – Ha Noi Airport – Flight to Hue – Transfer to Hotel

From Ninh Binh to Hoi An - Fly from Hanoi to Da Nang

Bird Watching Hiking Boat Tours

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