Hanoi – Hoa Lu Or Bai Dinh – Cycling To Bich Dong And Thung Nham Bird Valley

Useful information

Enjoy a full day exploring the cultural, historical, and natural highlights of Ninh Binh. This tour combines visits to ancient temples or a grand pagoda complex with countryside cycling, cave exploration, and the famous Thung Nham Bird Valley.

Itinerary

07:00 – 07:45 – Pick-up from Your Hotel

Your guide meets you at your hotel or accommodation in Hanoi’s Old Quarter. Start the 110–kilometer journey through the peaceful countryside. A short break will be made along the way.

Option 1: Bai Dinh Pagoda Complex

10:30 – Bai Dinh Pagoda

Arrive at Bai Dinh, the largest pagoda complex in Vietnam and Southeast Asia. Located at the foot of Dinh Mountain, the pagoda features breathtaking views of river valleys and limestone formations.

Highlights include:

• 500 stone statues of Arhats

• Two giant bronze bells weighing 27 tons and 36 tons

• The thousand-eyed, thousand-armed Quan Yin statue

• The majestic Gautama Buddha statue

Option 2: Hoa Lu Ancient Citadel

10:30 – Hoa Lu Ancient Capital

Visit the historic ancient capital of Vietnam and explore the Dinh King Temple, dating back to the seventeenth century. Learn about the early dynasties and admire traditional Vietnamese architecture.

Lunch

12:00 – Lunch at a Local Restaurant

Enjoy a delicious buffet lunch featuring local specialties, served with a panoramic view of the Tam Coc region.

Cycling and Thung Nham Bird Valley

13:00 – Countryside Cycling to Bich Dong and Thung Nham

Begin an adventurous cycling journey through peaceful villages, green rice fields, and mountain landscapes. Continue to Thung Nham Bird Valley, one of Ninh Binh’s most beautiful natural areas.

Start with a relaxing boat trip to Fairy Water Cave. Then move to the opposite side of the island for another boat trip to observe the diverse bird species such as storks, pelicans, and herons. This is a wonderful opportunity for nature lovers and photographers.

Return to Hanoi

16:30 – Depart for Hanoi

Board the bus and head back to Hanoi.

18:30 – 19:00 – Arrival in Hanoi

You will be dropped off at your hotel. The trip ends.

Inclusion

• Pick-up from hotel or accommodation in Hanoi Old Quarter by Bus or Limousine Bus

• Fully escorted tour with a professional English-speaking guide

• Two bottles of water per person

• Buffet lunch at a local restaurant with a panoramic view of Tam Coc

• All entrance fees included in the itinerary

• Cycling tour

Exclusion

• Beverages, travel insurance, personal expenses, and tips for the guide

• Electric car at Bai Dinh Pagoda (5 United States Dollars per person)

• Limousine bus upgrade (19 seats): additional 5 United States Dollars per person

• Children from 5 to 8 years old: 75 percent of adult price

• Children from 9 years old and above: full adult price

• Children under 5 years old: free of charge (excluding entrance tickets, meals, and bus seat)

THE PRICE PER PERSON IN USD: 38 $/ PAX