Best of Ninh Binh: Sacred Bai Dinh Pagoda & Scenic Trang An Boat Ride
Overview
Trip Highlights
Ninh Binh Day Tour to Bai Dinh pagoda & Trang An Ecotourism Complex
Ninh Binh is a peaceful rural province in the southern part of Hanoi.Trips to Ninh Binh offer you chances to explore many outstanding natural landscapes of limestone mountains, calm rivers, charming hidden caves, tropical forests in pleasant boat tours, biking trips or trekking activities ; to visit holly pagodas & temples scatteredly located in the regions; and to enjoy delicious local foods.
This Ninh Binh day tour to Bai Dinh pagoda & Trang An Ecotourism complex is designed for the one who have limited time but would like to visit the best attractions of Ninh Binh : Bai Dinh pagoda –strikkingly massive in scales & nicely architectural designs which have broken down many normal records: its great size, the biggest Buddha statutes in gold-plated copper material, the longest corridors of 500 Arhat statutes…; Trang An Ecotourism Complex with its beautifully natural sceneries, recently recognised as “The world’s cultural & natural heritage” by UNESCO in 2014.
Trang An boat ride to explore the hidden grottoes & scenic landscapes
The Special Highlights of Ninh Binh Day Tour to Bai Dinh Pagoda & Trang An Ecotourism Complex.
- Getting away from the city’s noice for a day pleasant journey discovering Ninh Binh’s highlighted destinations.
- Wonderful boat tour in Trang An –the Halong bay on land for pristine natures of limestone mountains & caves in natural Trang An area.
- Pay a visit to Bai Dinh Pagoda– the largest temple in South East Asia,view the unique architectural designs of this strikkingly massive pagoda.
Customer’s review of our Trang An day trip
Detailed Travel Itinerary
Travel Hanoi - Ninh Binh day tour to Bai Dinh pagoda & Trang An Ecotourism Comlex. - Hanoi (L)
Our tourguide will pick you up at your hotel for a nice journey to discover the most beautiful attractions in Ninh Binh. After 2,5 hour drive, we arrive in Bai Dinh pagoda– the biggest pagoda in ASEAN.
Here you will spend time visiting new Bai Dinh pagoda and ancient Bai Dinh temple.You may feel amazed to experience New Bai Dinh Pagoda with its special architectural designs which have broken down many normal records: its great size, the biggest Buddha statutes in gold-plated copper material, the longest corridors of 500 Arhat statutes….
The massive Buddha Statue in Bai Dinh pagoda
After the whole morning exploring huge Bai Dinh temples, we are heading to Trang An area for a lunch in local restaurant, then boarding a 2,5 hour rowing boat to view beautiful natures of Trang An Ecotourism Complex ,recently accepted as the world’s heritage by UNESCO.
The view of Trang An
It is indeed an enjoyable boat excursion along majestic setting of limestone outcrops with stops between to visit ancient temples & pagodas; and amazingly explore an enormous system of beautifully natural caves which only have on this land :Sang Cave, Toi Cave, Ba Giot Cave, Sinh Cave…experiencing mysterious views of the so-called “Ha Long Bay in land”
After Trang An boat tour, we meet our driver for a 2 hour transfer back to Hanoi.The end of Ninh Binh day tour to Bai Dinh pagoda & Trang An Ecotourism Complex.
Inclusions & Exclusions
- Local speaking English following the tour
- Round transfer of new A-C car with driver
- Lunch of local Vietnamese cuisine
- Entrance fees of mentioned sightseeing places in the program.
- Boat fee for Trang An sightseeing route.
- Return electrical car ticket to Bai Dinh pagoda ( from the car parking station to the gate of Bai Dinh Pagoda & back)
- Tips to tourguide & driver.
- Online payment fees.
- Drinks
- Personal expenses
Important Information
Children Policy
- Children under 5: Free (excluding entrance tickets and bus seat)
- Children aged 5 to 8: 75% of adult price
- Children 9 and older: Adult price
- Limit: 1 child per 2 adults; additional children charged 50% of adult price
What to Bring:
Please ensure that you bring the following items on your trip to Halong Bay:
- Camera
- Sunblock cream and sunglasses
- Appropriate clothing for the season
- Comfortable walking shoes for hiking
Notes :
To ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience for all guests joining our group tours, please kindly note the following:
- Please be ready at your hotel lobby at the confirmed pick-up time. Shared tours operate on a fixed schedule, and delays may affect other guests in the group.
- In case of any unexpected changes or delays, please contact our tour operator +84.988451530 (WhatsApp) or tourguide immediately using the provided contact information.
- Kindly follow the tour guide’s instructions throughout the trip for safety, timing, and the best overall experience.
- Please save the tour guide’s phone number before the tour starts to stay connected during free time or in case you become separated from the group.
- Be punctual when returning to the vehicle after sightseeing or rest stops. The group vehicle cannot wait too long beyond the announced departure time.
- Please keep your personal belongings.We are not responsible for lost or forgotten items left on the vehicle or at attractions.
- Respect local culture, customs, and regulations during visits to temples, villages, and local communities.
- Smoking inside the vehicle is strictly prohibited.
- For the comfort of all passengers, please maintain a friendly and respectful attitude toward fellow travelers.
- If you have any medical conditions, food allergies, or special requests, please inform us before the departure date.
- Weather conditions, traffic, or operational reasons may occasionally require minor itinerary or timing adjustments by the tour guide.
- Pick-up & Drop-off is only available at hotels in Hanoi Old Quarter.
