HA NOI - NINH BINH PU LUONG (3 DAYS/ 2 NIGHTS)

HA NOI - NINH BINH PU LUONG (3 DAYS/ 2 NIGHTS)

DAY 1: Hanoi – Pu Luong. (L, D) 200km

  • 07:00 – 07:30 = Pick-up at Hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter to go to Pu Luong Nature Reserve by Limousine Bus,
  • 09:00 = Short break in Luong Son (Outside of Hanoi).
  • 11:00 = Visit local market of the Muong Ethnic Minority to learn about their daily life and customs; enjoy the beautiful scenery of Thung Khe Pass (One of the 10 most beautiful passes in Vietnam).
  • 13:00 = Arrive in Pu Luong Nature Reserve. Have lunch and check in.
  • 14:30 – 17:30 = Trek following the small roads through the terrace rice fields and cross the stream to visit remote rural villages of Black Thai Minorities to learn about the local people in Pu Luong. (6kms)
  • 19:00 = Dinner at the lodge, enjoy some local rice wine with the family. Have a quiet night in the middle of the Reserve.
*Sleeping options: Traditional dorm room in the house on stilts or Private Room no Air-con (High standard accommodations) at Pu Luong Nature Homestay

Day 2: Easy Trek, Bamboo rafting on Cham Stream – Ninh Binh 120km (B, L, D).

  • 07:30 – 08:30 = Have breakfast in the homestay. Say goodbye to the host and continue your trek through another paths of the Reserve to pick up the van to go to Cham stream.
  • 10:30 = visit the Ba village and cross the hanging bridge to discover the giant waterwheels, and duck farm to learn about Local agriculture system.
  • 11:30 getting on the Bamboo Raft for a relaxing cruise on Cham stream.
  • 12:30 = Pick up the van to go back to the lodge for Lunch.
  • 13:00 = Have lunch and have free time to relax or walking around the village before boarding the van to go to Ninh Binh “the first Vietnamese Capital in 10th century”.
  • 17:30 = Arrive in Ninh Binh Retreat, check in and have free time.
  • 19:00 = Have dinner at the retreat
*Sleeping options: Communal dorm in house on stiltsprivate Bamboo Bungalow or Deluxe villa with A/C. (High standard Acommodations) at Ninh Binh Retreat

DAY 3: Explore the ancient Capital by sampan boat and cycling – Hanoi 100km (B, L)

  • 08:00 = Have breakfast at the lodge, have free time in the morning to enjoy the beautiful view of the limestone karst in front of your room.
  • 10:00 = We take you to visit 2 temples of the first 2 Emperors in the 10th Century.
  • 11:30 = Get on the sampan boat to explore Historical Sao Khe River and cave in the ancient Capital.
  • 12:00 = Lunch at Ninh Binh Retreat. (Vegetarian is available)
  • 13:30 – 16:00 = Cycling through the local villages, and visit a local family to learn about their daily life and culture. Afterwards visit a Secret Cave opening into a paradise valley where you can learn about farming and floating rafts.
  • 16:00 = Get on the bus to return to Hanoi or options to drop you off at Ninh Binh stations to continue your journey.
Tour Ends.

INCLUDE/ NOT INCLUDE

WHAT’S INCLUDED:

-All Acommodations
-Transportations.
-Fun activities, bicycles.
-Friendly and passionate local guides.
-Meals mentioned in the tour itinerary.
-Entrance fees.

WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED:

-Beverages.
-Travel Insurance.
-Personal Expenses
-Gratuities

ACCOMMODATION

Pu Luong Homestay:
 
In the middle of Pu Luong Nature Reserve, this homestay has a privileged situation. He offers a beautiful view on the valley and on some rice fields terraces. The local family managing the homestay is always willing to share time and culture with their hosts. The owner speaks English and also French.
The traditional stilt house is offering a cosy dormitory with mosquito net and comfortable mattress.
You can opt for one of the 6 private rooms equiped with windows, fan and new mattresses. (some rooms can welcome 3 guests).
Two modern and well designed bathrooms are shared on the same floor of the rooms.
4 new bungalows are also available with en-suite bathroom, fan and a terrace with an amazing view to relax and enjoy the peacefulness of the area.
 
Ninh Binh Retreat :
This retreat, in Trang An, has the perfect location close to all the main touristics sites in Ninh Binh such as Tam Coc and Hoa Lu Ancient Capital. Located in the middle of the karst mountains, the peacefulness of the retreat is conducive to relaxation. A restaurant providing local food and vegan meals is available. You can also take a free bicycle to ride around.
The cosy dormitory is on the first floor of a traditional stilt house and equiped with comfortable mattresses, mosquito net, private light and fan. They are all separated by a curtain to offer intimacy.
You can choose of one of 4 bamboo bungalows to have a private space. They are
equiped with large windows to enjoy natural lights and a private porch with table and chairs to share a good conversation around a coffee or a beer. Including en-suite bathroom and toilet.
For a more cosy experience, 6 deluxe villas are available. Everything is made for your comfort such as deluxe mattresses and linen, en-suite modern bathroom, air-con, large windows and private porch.

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