Hanoi – Pu Luong (L, D) 200 km

Hanoi - We will pick up all the guests as your booking departure time. Please be ready at your hotel’s lobby, our driver and guide will come and pick you up.

Thung Khe Pass - You will have a stop in Thung Khe Pass for a spectacular view of Mai Chau Valley. The Thung Khe Pass flagpole, also called the Mai Chau Flagpole is the highlight of the entire mountain pass. During the stop, you can see the local stands selling typical products. Take a chance to try one of the local specialties, the “Com Lam”, sticky rice cooked in bamboo.

Pu Luong Nature Reserve - You will meet the tour guide and start an Easy trek off the main road. You will visit a traditional local house from Thai minority to learn about their traditions. The trek will go then down tracks through rice terraces and the Bang village. The amazing view of the mountain and the slopes covered by rice terraces is an enchantment.

Pu Luong - Ninh Binh (B,L,D)

Hang Dơi Kho Mường - 08:30 : Trek to Kho Muong Village & Bat Cave. The trekking will start by small alley nearby traditional Thai stilt houses until reaching beautiful view points of the infinity rice terraces.
Arriving from the top of the hill, you will slowly see appearing the village of Kho Muong and understand how special is this place.

After walking around the village, you will walk to the entrance the cave. Possibility to visit the cave (depending on weather conditions).

11:30 Check out and lunch at Pu Luong

Ninh Binh - Say goodbye to the fabulous Pu Luong Nature Reserve and start the journey to reach the Halong Bay on land, Ninh Binh.

Mua Caves - Before heading to the hotel, you will make a stop at Mua Cave. If climbing the around 500 stairs to reach the top is challenging, you will be rewarded by the most beautiful view of Ninh Binh valley and Tam Coc.

Ninh Binh - Hanoi (B,L)

Hoa Lu Ancient Capital - Back to X century, the ancient Vietnamese capital was the place of the emperors of the dynasty of Dinh, Tien Le and Ly. Travel out of time in this spectacular site.
Hoa Lu Ancient Capital is not only a valuable relic site but also a remarkable tourist attraction, offering tourists the chance to appreciate both stunning historical scenery and unique architectural values of a by gone era.

Tam Coc - It will be time for a relaxing tour in the UNESCO site of Trang An. You will enjoy a boat tour in wonderful landscape in between karst pics covered by jungle, passing through a cave and watching temples. It is a world apart and a unique destination in Vietnam.
A relaxing and serene boat trip with the most amazingly beautiful views and rich in history with perfectly preserved architecture.

Ninh Binh - Transfer back to Hanoi by our private car.

• 1 Night stay in Ninh Binh, known as ‘Halong Bay In Land’
• A/C Private Car Transfer Roundtrip (Hanoi - Puluong - Ninh Binh - Hanoi)
• Lunch included
• All entrance fees included during the tour
• 1 Night stay in Pu Luong Nature Reserve
• Dinner included
• Breakfast included
• Activities include Trekking, Walking, Boating, Biking
• All main meals provided as per program
• Guided tour with a Private English Speaking Guide

• All Drinks & Personal Expenses
• Tips for guide/driver & local service are appreciated

If your time in Vietnam is limited and you wish to uncover the lesser-known Pu Luong Nature Reserve and Ninh Binh, often referred to as the Halong Bay on land, then this tour is tailor-made for you. Spend two days immersing yourself in the untamed Pu Luong Reserve. The landscape of mountains encircling a valley adorned with terraced rice fields and jungle is astonishing. Experience the traditional way of life of the Black Thai Minority that calls this place home. On the third day, delve into the history of the Ancient Capital Hoa Lu, cycle amidst the limestone mountains to pay a visit to a local household and broaden your understanding of their everyday life and traditions, culminating in a boat journey in Trang An.

If you cancel at least 3 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.