VLT-SIC14N - BAI DINH PAGODA – TRANG AN ECO-TOURISM

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Escape the city and experience the natural and spiritual wonders of Ninh Binh province. Visit the grand Bai Dinh Pagoda, Vietnam’s largest Buddhist complex, followed by a tranquil boat ride through Trang An’s UNESCO-listed landscapes, known as “Halong Bay on land.” This tour offers a perfect blend of culture, history, and scenic beauty in a single day.

Duration: Full Day Tour

Departure: Daily, 07:00 – 19:30

Pick-up: Hotels in Hanoi Old Quarter

Tour Highlights:

Visit Vietnam’s largest pagoda complex, Bai Dinh
Marvel at Southeast Asia’s largest bronze Buddha statue
Scenic boat ride through Trang An’s cave network and karst landscapes
Experience the beauty of rural Vietnam

What’s Included:

AC Transportation
English speaking guide
Lunch
Entrance fees

Ideal For:

The tour includes round-trip transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle, services of an experienced English-speaking guide, all entrance fees to the mentioned attractions, and a delicious lunch featuring local Ninh Binh specialties.

Detailed Itinerary:

07:00–07:30 – Pickup from your hotel in Hanoi. Begin the scenic drive to Bai Dinh – Trang An, enjoying views of rural Vietnam along the way.

10:30 – Arrive at Bai Dinh Pagoda, the largest pagoda complex in Vietnam. Explore this sacred spiritual site featuring:

500 Arhat statues
The largest bronze Buddha statue in Vietnam (10 meters high, 100 tons)
Majestic temple architecture and peaceful spiritual atmosphere

12:30 – Enjoy a traditional lunch at a local restaurant. Sample regional specialties such as:

Goat meat with elderberry
Pork in storage vessel

14:00 – Depart for Trang An Eco-Tourism Complex – a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Board a traditional sampan boat to explore the breathtaking natural landscape
Pass through impressive limestone cliffs, rice paddies, and emerald waterways
Visit the cave system, including:
- Sáng Cave (Light Cave)
- Tối Cave (Dark Cave)
- Ba Giọt Cave
- Nấu Rượu Cave (Wine Brewing Cave)
Experience the majestic beauty of the area often called “Ha Long Bay on land”