5 Nights / 6 Days
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5 Nights / 6 Days
Fully Customisable
Essence of Vietnam: A 6-Day Journey
Ninh Binh(2N) → Mai Chau(2N) → Hanoi(1N)
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Sold By: Whitefox Holidays
5.0 (7 reviews)
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$ 566*
$ 647
12% off
Detailed Itinerary
- Arrive at Hanoi Airport
- Private transfer to Ninh Binh (the 'Halong Bay on land')
- Check-in at eco-lodge / riverside resort
- Evening: Relax, enjoy river view, dinner with local specialties
- Overnight: Ninh Binh
- Visit Trang An or Tam Coc via a boat ride (early morning for fewer tourists)
- Cycle through rural villages and rice fields
- Optional: Climb Mua Cave Viewpoint for panoramic valley views
- Evening: Participate in a local cooking experience or enjoy a quiet village walk
- Overnight stay in Ninh Binh
- Morning drive to Mai Chau or Pu Luong Nature Reserve (~3–4 hrs)
- Check-in at bamboo stilt house homestay
- Explore local Thai / Muong villages on bicycles
- Enjoy peaceful sunset over paddy fields
- Overnight: Mai Chau / Pu Luong
- Guided trekking through rice terraces, forest trails, and hidden waterfalls
- Visit remote villages and interact with locals
- Optional: Bamboo rafting or river exploration
- Evening: Cultural performance by local villagers
- Overnight: Mai Chau / Pu Luong
- Drive back to Hanoi (or stay half-day in Ninh Binh for more exploration)
- Optional: Visit Hoa Lu ancient capital or hidden pagodas
- Evening: Explore Hanoi Old Quarter quietly, dinner at restaurant
- Overnight: Hanoi
- Transfer to airport for onward flight
Accommodation Details
Ninh Binh (2 nights)
(3)
with Breakfast Included
Mai Chau (2 nights)
(3)
with Breakfast Included
Hanoi (1 night)
(3)
with No Meals Included
12% off
Package Policies
- Airport pickup & drop-off (Hanoi)
- Private transfers: Hanoi → Ninh Binh → Mai Chau / Pu Luong → Hanoi
- 5 nights’ accommodation (eco-lodges, riverside resorts, stilt houses)
- Daily breakfast
- Boat rides in Trang An / Tam Coc
- Guided trekking & village exploration in Mai Chau / Pu Luong
- Bicycle rentals for village rides
- Cultural activities (cooking experience, local performances)
- Entrance fees for listed attractions
- Local taxes & permits
- International flights (unless booked in the package)
- Visa fees (e-visa for Vietnam, if applicable)
- Lunch and dinner (except for specified experiences)
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses (shopping, tips, spa services)
- Optional activities (bamboo rafting, extra excursions)
- Early check-in and late check-out fees
- Any activity not mentioned in inclusions
- GST 5%
- Ninh Binh is known as Vietnam's 'Halong Bay on land,' featuring rivers, karsts, and rice paddies.
- Mai Chau and Pu Luong offer tranquil valleys, stilt houses, and scenic trekking opportunities.
- Hanoi is a vibrant capital that blends ancient charm, bustling streets, and rich culture.
- 50% advance payment is required at the time of booking (25% of the total cost is non-refundable).
- The remaining 50% of the amount must be paid 60 days before arrival.
- 25% cancellation charges apply if cancelled 60 days before the start of the tour.
- 50% cancellation charges apply for cancellations made 60 to 30 days before the tour.
- 75% cancellation charges apply for cancellations made 30 to 16 days before the tour.
- 100% cancellation charges apply for cancellations made 16 days or less before the tour.
- No refunds will be provided in case of partial payment or no-show.
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5 Nights / 6 Days
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Essence of Vietnam: A 6-Day Journey
Ninh Binh(2N) → Mai Chau(2N) → Hanoi(1N)
Sold By: Whitefox Holidays
5.0 (7 reviews)
Offers payment via Holidify
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$ 566*
$ 647
12% off
