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Escape the hustle and bustle of Hanoi on a peaceful 2-day tour of Cuc Phuong National Park and Ninh Binh. Visit the caves of Tam Coc by boat, bike through Ninh Binh National Park and learn the history of ancient Hoa Lu.

Highlights

• Go for a nature walk in Cuc Phuong National Park
• Meet the monkeys of an endangered primates rescue center
• Discover the hidden caves by rowing boat
• Learn the history of Hoa Lu

Description

Get back to nature on a guided tour of Vietnam's first national park and marvel at the lush landscape of the Red River Delta. Visit the ancient capital of Hoa Lu, see the amazing caves in Tam Coc and climb up 500 steps to the top of the Mua Cave. Day 1: Hanoi – Ninh Binh – Hoa Lu – Tam Coc - Mua Cave (L, D) Depart Hanoi and relax on the 2.5-hour journey to Ninh Binh. Visit Hoa Lư ancient capital of Vietnam between 968 and 1010. You have a chance to learn about Vietnamese history in the feudal system under Dinh, Le, and Ly Dynasty After that, have lunch at a local restaurant. Then, continuing to Tam Coc to row around the rice fields by boat. Marvel at the caves and temples among the limestone mountains. Finally we reach Mua Cave. Walk up almost 500 steps, you can reach the top of Lying Dragon Mountain & have an amazing panoramic view of Tam Coc from here. Return to the bungalow and have dinner. Free time in the evening to rest or self-explore. Day 2: Cuc Phuong National Park – Hanoi (B, L) After breakfast, we get back to nature on a morning drive to Cuc Phuong National Park via a prehistoric cave. We will firstly visit the Endangered Primate Rescue Centre - a non-profit organization dedicated to the rehabilitation, breeding, research, and conservation of endangered primates, and to the protection of their habitats. Have lunch in the restaurant with the local foods. Continue taking a short trek into the National Park for sightseeing and learn more about the fauna and flora in this oldest forest of Vietnam. Back to the Park Centre visit the “Cave of Early Man”. In the afternoon, take the Limousine Bus back to Ha Noi. Arrive Back to Ha Noi and get dropped at the hotel.

Includes

Hotel pickup and drop-off at hotels in the Old Quarter Round-trip shared transportation from Hanoi English-speaking guide 1 night's accommodation in Tam Coc Meals as per the itinerary Boat tour in Tam Coc All entrance fees

Important Information

• The itinerary is subject to change due to the weather conditions
• Bring sunscreen, a hat, an umbrella, mosquito repellant, and sports or trekking shoes
• Long clothing is required to visit the temples in Hoa Lu

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund