Trang An is an ecological tourism complex located within the Trang An World Heritage Site in Ninh Binh Province. It has been recognized by the Vietnamese Government as a Special National Monument and by UNESCO as a Mixed World Heritage Site since 2014. In the past, Trang An was known as the southern citadel of the ancient capital of Hoa Lu – now the Hoa Lu Ancient Capital.
Detailed Itinerary:
07:00–07:30 – Our driver and tour guide will pick you up from hotels in the Old Quarter or at the Hanoi Opera House, then depart for Ninh Binh.
En route, the vehicle will stop for a 20–30 minute break for you to rest.
10:30 – Arrive at Bai Dinh Pagoda – a famous spiritual complex holding multiple national and Southeast Asian records:
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Total area of 107 hectares
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Main halls: Tam The (Three Worlds) Hall and Phap Chu (Dharma King) Hall, each thousands of square meters
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Home to the largest bronze Buddha statue in Southeast Asia (100 tons)
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Three massive Tam The statues, each weighing 50 tons
12:30 – Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant.
Afternoon – Transfer to Trang An Wharf, board a rowing boat to explore the Trang An Eco-tourism Complex – a stunning labyrinth of limestone mountains, valleys, and interlacing rivers.
Highlights of the boat trip:
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Discover four natural caves: Lam Cave, Vang Cave, Thanh Truot Cave, and Dai Cave
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Visit spiritual landmarks: Suoi Tien Temple and Vu Lam Royal Palace
This route is especially popular with young travelers and photography lovers, as it offers breathtaking scenery and Instagram-worthy moments throughout the journey.
17:00–17:30 – Return to Hanoi by coach.
19:30–20:00 – Arrive in Hanoi.
Tour ends. Thank you and see you again!
Tour Price Includes:
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Air-conditioned tourist coach for round-trip transfers and travel itinerary
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01 buffet lunch as per tour program
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Entrance fees to Trang An Eco-tourism Complex
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Boat ride through scenic caves and spiritual sites in Trang An
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Professional English-speaking guide accompanying the group throughout the trip
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01 bottle of water/person/day served on the bus
Tour Price Does Not Include:
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10% VAT invoice (if required)
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Electric car fee at Bai Dinh Pagoda: 100,000 VND/person (approx. $4)
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Beverages during meals and personal expenses not mentioned in the itinerary
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Tips for driver and tour guide:
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Not compulsory, but tipping is appreciated based on satisfaction
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Suggested minimum: 50,000 VND/person/day
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Foreign visitors tip guideline: 3 USD/person/day
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Children’s Policy:
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Children aged 1–4: Free of charge (parents cover all additional costs; no seat on bus)
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Note: 1 child free per 2 paying adults. From the 2nd child, 50% of adult price applies (includes half meal and reserved bus seat)
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If 1 adult travels with 1 free child, the child must pay 50% of adult price
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Children aged 5–9: Charged 75% of adult price (with full meal and reserved seat)
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Children aged 10+: Charged as adults
General Requirements:
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All guests must carry valid personal identification throughout the tour (Citizen ID/Passport).
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Children under 14 must have a birth certificate.
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Children aged 14 and above must present a Citizen ID or Passport.
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It is recommended to bring basic medication, such as those for diarrhea, colds, or fever.
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Guests following a vegetarian diet should bring their own suitable food to ensure personal dietary needs are met.
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Any unused services during the tour (not caused by the tour operator) will not be refunded.
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The tour guide reserves the right to adjust the itinerary based on actual conditions on the day of departure, provided that all scheduled attractions in the program are still covered.
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In cases where there are 10 or fewer participants or transportation is by 4- to 16-seat vehicles, the driver may also serve as the guide. These are experienced drivers knowledgeable in tour operations.
Customer Responsibility:
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Guests are fully responsible for their own health throughout the trip. Guests must inform the tour operator of any existing medical conditions prior to the tour in order to receive proper advice regarding participation.
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Guests are responsible for safeguarding personal belongings at all times and in all locations during the tour. The tour operator will not be liable for any loss of cash, valuables, flight tickets, or personal property.
