Ninh Binh | Bai Dinh - Trang An - Mua Cave | Departure from Ha Noi
- Explore Bai Dinh Pagoda - The largest pagoda in Southeast Asia, famous for 500 Arhat statues, a 36-ton bell, and a 100-ton Buddha statue.
- Trang An Boat Trip (UNESCO) - 1.5–2 hours of stunning cave tunnels, limestone mountains, and the filming site of Kong: Skull Island.
- Conquer Mua Cave's 500 steps for a breathtaking panoramic view over Tam Coc from the Lying Dragon Mountain.
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07h15-8h00 : Our tour guide will pick you up from your hotel. We take you to Ninh Binh province which is about 120 km far from Hanoi Old Quarter.
09h00-9h15 : Have a short break for 20 minutes to relax
10h15-10h30 : Visit Bai Dinh Pagoda – the most famous & biggest Pagoda in Southeast Asia with many records set such as 500 Stone – Arhat Statues , 36 ton – bronze Bell, 100 ton – Buddha Statue…
12h30: Have Lunch at Cozy Vietnam Restaurant designed in a 5-star style. You can have a panoramic view of the poetic mountain and river scenery of Ninh Binh while enjoying the delicious foods.
Lunch will be served in accordance to service you choose:
- Deluxe Set Menu style: on the 2nd floor if you choose the Luxury D-car option.
Deluxe Set Menu lunch is served in a private and cozy atmosphere. Foods are decorated impressively on the table.
- Buffet style: on the 3rd floor if you choose the Shuttle Bus/ Thaco Limousine option.
Buffet lunch is served in a modern and elegant atmosphere with many local foods
Note: Vegetarian foods are always available on both Deluxe Set Menu and Buffet
13h00 – 13h30: Visit Trang An, a World Heritage Site recognized by UNESCO in 2014.
There, you can spend 1.5 - 2 hours on the boat ride to enjoy the beauty of this place, which has a beautiful tunnel cave system and appears in the New Version of Kong in 2016 – “Skull Island”.
16h00 : Get on the bus to go to Mua Cave ( Dancing Cave). Walk up almost 500 steps, you can reach the top of Lying Dragon Mountain, and have an amazing panoramic view of Tam Coc from here.
17h00 - 17h30: Get on the Bus to return to Hanoi
19h00 - 19h30: Arrive in Hanoi and get dropped off at the Hotel. The trip ends !
Note :
Programs & schedules are subject to change without prior notice due to the weather conditions or external factors.
On weekend, some roads will not allow vehicles to make room for the walking street, therefore our Thaco Limousine will drop you off at the closest and suitable point in the Old Quarter instead.
THINGS YOU SHOULD BRING
1. Hat, umbrella, shoes
2. Sun cream, sun glasses
3. Mosquito spray
4. Camera
Bai Dinh Pagoda – the most famous & biggest Pagoda in Southeast Asia with many records set such as 500 Stone – Arhat Statues , 36 ton – bronze Bell, 100 ton – Buddha Statue…
Visit Trang An, a World Heritage Site recognized by UNESCO in 2014. There, you can spend 1.5 hours on the boat ride to enjoy the beauty of this place, which has a beautiful tunnel cave system and appears in the New Version of Kong in 2016 – “Skull Island”.
Mua Cave ( Dancing Cave). Walk up almost 500 steps, you can reach the top of Lying Dragon Mountain, and have an amazing panoramic view of Tam Coc from here.
FAQ
Bai Dinh Pagoda is renowned as the largest pagoda in Southeast Asia, offering visitors a profound spiritual and architectural experience. Its significant features include a massive 100-ton Buddha statue, an impressive 36-ton bronze bell, and a vast corridor housing 500 intricately carved Arhat statues. These elements highlight the pagoda's immense scale and detailed craftsmanship.
In English, 'Chua Bai Dinh' is commonly identified as 'Bai Dinh Pagoda'. The pronunciation of 'Bai Dinh' can be approximated as 'Bye Din' for English speakers. While the precise Vietnamese intonation is unique, local guides can often provide the most accurate pronunciation to enhance understanding during your visit.
During the Trang An Boat Trip, visitors embark on a 1.5 to 2-hour journey through a UNESCO World Heritage site. You can expect to be rowed by boat through stunning cave tunnels, navigate past towering limestone mountains, and admire the picturesque landscapes. This area is also famous as a filming location for 'Kong: Skull Island', offering a truly immersive natural and scenic experience.
From Mua Cave's summit, visitors are rewarded with breathtaking panoramic views over the entire Tam Coc region, including its iconic rice paddies, winding rivers, and dramatic limestone karsts. The climb involves ascending approximately 500 steps up the Lying Dragon Mountain. While it requires moderate physical effort, the spectacular vista from the top makes the ascent highly worthwhile.
The significance of Bai Dinh Pagoda's status as the largest in Southeast Asia lies in its immense scale, symbolizing a major center for Buddhist worship, cultural preservation, and spiritual pilgrimage. Its expansive grounds, monumental statues, and numerous shrines reflect Vietnam's strong Buddhist traditions and serve as a prominent landmark that draws visitors and devotees from around the world.
During a comprehensive visit, approximately 2-3 hours are typically allocated to explore the vast grounds and main temples of Bai Dinh Pagoda due to its sheer size. The Trang An Boat Trip usually lasts between 1.5 to 2 hours, allowing ample time to experience its scenic beauty and navigate the caves. Mua Cave typically requires about 1-1.5 hours, including the climb and enjoying the views.
The experience at Trang An is a tranquil boat journey through a river system, allowing you to explore natural cave tunnels and admire limestone formations from water level. In contrast, exploring Mua Cave involves a physical climb of approximately 500 steps to reach a mountain peak, offering a sweeping panoramic aerial view of the Tam Coc valley. Both provide unique perspectives of Ninh Binh's natural beauty.
When climbing Mua Cave, visitors should wear comfortable walking shoes suitable for ascending approximately 500 steps. It is highly advisable to bring water, especially on warm days, and sun protection like a hat and sunscreen, as parts of the climb are exposed. A camera is also recommended to capture the truly stunning panoramic views from the summit.
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