Itinéraire

DAY 1: HANOI -THAIBINH - NINHBINH (L,D)
AM: Drive to Thabinh through the lush of Red River vegetation to visit Keo Pagoda. The pagoda is  with its beautiful bell tower set in an quiete area in rural village. Visit Phominh tower in Namdinh.
PM: Continue to Ninhbinh via Phat Diem cathedral. Proceed to ThungNang then  have boat trip  along the small river to visit  limestone formation, and local peoople. Opportunity to see rural life of peaceful hidden village by the river. Overnight at hotel in Ninhbinh

DAY 2: NINH BINH - CUC PHUONG NATIONAL PARK (B,L,D)
Embark on an open river sampan for a 3 hour cruise along the NgoDong River flowing peacefully between 2 spectacular limestone mountain ranges. Enjoy the wonders of nature. Feel the peace and quiet. After lunch drive along the wonderful route of Vietnam’s “ Inland Ha Long Bay “ through villages, rice fields and impressive limestone mountains to Cuchupong and visit Cuchuong national park. Walk for 3 hour through the lush of vegetation of rain forest. Diner and overnight
inh Cucphuong national park.

DAY 3: CUCPHUONG - MAICHAU (B,L,D)
Breakfast and drive to Mai Chau  valley throught the  patchwork of rice paddies, farms and stilt houses, limestone formation, forest and start on our  lovely walk into verdant villages, rice field , river and mountains. Opportunity to meet with local tribal people. Tonight we stay at Tai minority people. The homestay is simple but the experience is enriching.

DAY 4: MAICHAU - HANOI (B,L)
This morning we spend time walking out of Mai Chay Valley and have a boat  excursion on Ma River and have pleasant encounter with friendly tribal  people. We walks amongst the verdant villages and sample the local culture  and enjoy the beautiful natural setting. Lunch in Maichau. Afternoon drive back to Hanoi.(accommodation in Hanoi not included).

TRIP INCLUDES:
-Accommodation in  twin/double share rooms with air-condition and private bath room
-All transportation and transfers
-Meals as stated in the program (B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner)
-Tours with English speaking guide
-Entrance fees, boat fees, row boat,

TRIP EXCLUDES:
-International airfare& airport taxes
-Travel insurance
-Visa and visa arrangement
-Surcharges for compulsory gala dinners during festive seasons and
-Peak season surcharges (which will be advised at time of booking) ,
-Personal expenses
-Tips & gratuities