Hanoi: 2-Day Pu Luong, Ninh Binh, Trekking & Trang An Boat

Highlights

• Immerse yourself in the natural beauty of Pu Luong and Ninh Binh
• Discover the traditional craft villages of the Thai ethnic group
• Enjoy a peaceful boat ride through the Trang An Scenic Landscape Complex
• Hike up Ngoa Long Mountain for a panoramic view over Tam Coc
• Visit the Hieu Waterfall and enjoy a refreshing swim in the cool water

Description

DAY 1: Hanoi – Pu Luong – Don Village – Uoi Village – Lan Ngoai Brocade Village – Hieu Waterfall 06:40 – 07:00 | Hotel Pick-up in Hanoi Meet your guide and depart from Hanoi’s Old Quarter for Pu Luong Nature Reserve 11:30 | Arrival in Pu Luong & Lunch Arrive at your eco-lodge or homestay in Pu Luong. Enjoy a traditional local lunch and take some time to relax while admiring the surrounding rice terraces and mountain views. 13:30 | Explore Don Village, Uoi Village & Lan Ngoai Brocade Village Begin your afternoon adventure by vehicle or motorbike to Don Village, one of the most beautiful villages in Pu Luong. Discover the daily life of the Thai ethnic people while enjoying spectacular views of terraced rice fields and lush valleys. Continue trekking along scenic village paths to Uoi Village and Lan Ngoai Brocade Village. 15:30 | Visit Hieu Waterfall Take a short walk through the forest to reach the waterfall. Surrounded by pristine nature, admire the crystal-clear cascades flowing through multiple levels. Enjoy free time to swim, relax, or simply soak in the peaceful atmosphere. 17:00 | Return to Accommodation Travel back to your homestay or eco-lodge for some leisure time. 19:00 | Dinner & Cultural Experience Enjoy a delicious local dinner featuring regional specialties. In the evening, participate in a traditional cultural exchange program (subject to group size and availability), including Thai ethnic music, folk dances, and local rice wine tasting. Alternatively, relax and enjoy the tranquil mountain atmosphere. Overnight in Pu Luong. DAY 2: Ninh Binh – Trang An Boat Ride – Mua Cave – Hanoi 07:00 | Breakfast Enjoy breakfast at the homestay then check-out your room. 07:30 | Transfer to Ninh Binh Driver pick you up and transfer to Ninh Binh 11:30 | Break time & Lunch Arrive Ninh Binh and drop off at Ninh Binh Local restaurant. Have a rest and enjoy local lunch. 1:30 PM | Boat Tour in Trang An Scenic Landscape Complex Board a traditional sampan boat for a peaceful 2-hour journey through Trang An. Glide through limestone cliffs, lush rice paddies, and serene rivers. Visit the cave system: Sang Cave, Toi Cave, Ba Giot Cave, and Nau Ruou Cave. Marvel at the natural beauty often referred to as “Ha Long Bay on land.” 3:30 PM | Conquer Mua Cave (Hang Múa) Hike 500 stone steps up Ngoa Long Mountain. Enjoy a 360-degree panoramic view over Tam Coc, rice fields, and limestone peaks – a top photo spot in Ninh Binh. 5:15 PM | Return Ninh Binh local restaurant Tourguide and driver drop you off back at the restaurant. Relaxing time with swmming pool 18:30 PM | Transfer to Hanoi Driver pick you up and departure to Hanoi 20:30 PM | Arrive Hanoi Arrive and drop you off at your hotel in Hanoi old quater. Trip ends.

Includes

Round-trip transportation between Hanoi, Pu Luong, and Ninh Binh Hotel pick-up and drop-off in Hanoi Old Quarter English-speaking guide 1-night accommodation in a Pu Luong homestay or eco-lodge 1 breakfast, 2 lunches, and 1 dinner Entrance fees to all attractions mentioned in the itinerary Guided trekking through Don Village, Uoi Village, and Lan Ngoai Brocade Village Visit to Hieu Waterfall Traditional cultural exchange program (subject to availability) Trang An sampan boat tour Entrance fee to Trang An Scenic Landscape Complex Entrance fee to Mua Cave (Hang Múa) Bottled drinking water during the tour

Excludes

Personal expense

Important Information

• This tour includes light trekking, village walks, waterfall visits, boat rides, and stair climbing. Comfortable walking or trekking shoes are highly recommended.Swimming at Hieu Waterfall is optional and depends on weather and water conditions. Trang An boat tours are operated by local rowers and typically last around 2 hours. Please bring a hat, sunscreen, sunglasses, insect repellent, and a reusable water bottle.A swimsuit, towel, and change of clothes are recommended if you plan to swim at Hieu Waterfall. Respect local customs, village communities, and natural environments during your visit. Hotel pick-up and drop-off are available within Hanoi Old Quarter. Additional charges may apply for locations outside this area.

Easy cancellation

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