Family Tour to Ninh Binh, Nam Dinh, Cat Ba Island
  • Visited places: Hanoi, Cat Ba Island, Ninh Binh, Hoa Lu, Giao Thuy, Xuan Thuy National Park
  • Tour Activity/Theme: Adventure, Hiking, National Park, Ecotourism, Bird, Wildlife, Family, Bucolic countryside, Off the beaten track

A family adventure tour with off-the-beaten track itinerary to explore the natural landscape of Ninh Binh, the ecosystem of the Xuan Thuy National Park which is the biggest bird park in Vietnam, and the idyllic scenery of the Cat Ba Island and National Park.

Family Tour to Ninh Binh, Nam Dinh, Cat Ba Island Overview

The tour has a moderate travel pace and is environmental-education oriented. Families with kids above 10 years of age can certainly take part in all activities including a moderate hiking trip at the Cat Ba National Park.

Tam Coc, Ninh Binh
Tam Coc, Ninh Binh

{Inclusions
English-speaking guide;
Private A/C car for transportation as indicated in the program;
Accommodation: Twin/Double room as indicated in the program;
Meals as indicated in the program (B: Breakfast; L: Lunch; D: Dinner);
All admission fees during the guided times in the program;}
{Exclusions
Insurance of any types;
Drinks or personal expenses;
Others not specified in the inclusions;}

Detailed itinerary

Day1 Hanoi – Hoa Lu – Bich Dong - Tam Coc (L)

0800 A.M Transfer Hanoi to Ninh Binh.
1030-1100 A.M Visit Hoa Lu Ancient Capital.
1115-1200 Visit Bich Dong 15th century Buddhist pagoda built into a mountain cave.
1210-1300 Lunch.
1330-1530 Rowing boat trip at Tam Coc.
1600-1700 Enjoy magical views of Tam Coc from the top of the Hang Mua Mountain.
Free time for dinner.
Overnight at Tam Coc.

Hoa Lu Ancient Capital in Ninh Binh Vietnam
Hoa Lu Ancient Capital in Ninh Binh Vietnam
A rowing boat at Tam Coc Ninh Binh, Vietnam
A rowing boat at Tam Coc Ninh Binh, Vietnam

 

A breathtaking view from the top of Hang Mua Mountain
A breathtaking view from the top of Hang Mua Mountain

Day2 Tam Coc – Xuan Thuy National Park (B/L/D)

0830-1000 A.M Transfer to the Xuan Thuy National Park.
1000-1130 Learn about the aquaculture farms and the honeybee business at the national park.
1130-1230 Lunch at the Xuan Thuy National Park.
1300-1600 Walking trip to visit the core zone of the Xuan Thuy National Park and learn about the ecosystem and different bird species here.
Free time.
Dinner at the guesthouse of the national park.
Overnight at the Xuan Thuy National Park.

Scenic mountains at Tam Coc Ninh Binh Province
Scenic mountains at Tam Coc Ninh Binh Province

 

A scenic road at Tam Coc in Ninh Binh Province
A scenic road at Tam Coc in Ninh Binh Province

Day3 Xuan Thuy National Park – Cat Ba Island (B)

Breakfast at the national park.
0800-1130 A.M: Transfer to the Cat Ba Island, the biggest island to the south of Halong Bay.
In the afternoon, visit different less visited corners of the Cat Ba Island including Cat Ba Market, Ben Beo…
Free time for lunch and dinner.
Overnight at a hotel in Cat Ba Town.

Birds at the Xuan Thuy National Park
Birds at the Xuan Thuy National Park

Day4 Cat Ba National Park/Cat Ba Island - Hanoi (B)

Morning visit to the Cat Ba National Park.
Hike to the top of the Ma Yen Mountain with panoramic views of the Cat Ba Island and some other islands in Halong Bay.
Free time for lunch.
Transfer back to Hanoi. Arrive back in the city in late afternoon. We trust your family had a great adventure vacation to Ninh Binh, Nam Dinh and Cat Ba with AdventureGreen.

A floating village near Cat Ba Island, Hai Phong, Vietnam
A floating village near Cat Ba Island, Hai Phong, Vietnam

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