5N / 6D
Essence of Vietnam: A 6-Day Journey
Ninh Binh(2N) → Mai Chau(2N) → Hanoi(1N)
$ 541
$ 619
12% off
/personDetailed 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
Stay & Meal Details
Ninh Binh
2 nights
Breakfast Included
Mai Chau
2 nights
Breakfast Included
Hanoi
1 night
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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