Dong Pagoda

Ninh Binh, located in northern Vietnam, south of Hanoi, is known for its stunning natural landscapes and historical sites. Here are some of its most famous tourist spots: 1. **Trang An: A UNESCO World Heritage Site, this area offers boat tours through rivers and caves, surrounded by breathtaking mountains. 2.**Hoa Lu Ancient Capital: The former capital of Vietnam, this site features historical temples dedicated to past kings. 3.**Mua Cave: A viewpoint with panoramic views of the surrounding rice fields and mountains after climbing 500 steps. 4.**Bich Dong Pagoda ( start from Ninh Binh only ): The pagoda is composed of three main structures: the Lower Pagoda (which is located near the base), the Middle Pagoda (situated halfway up the mountain), and the Upper Pagoda (at the peak). The pagoda is surrounded by lush greenery and offers stunning views of the countryside and the nearby Tam Coc area, which is famous for its scenic river and limestone karsts.

Departure from Hanoi and head out to Perfume Pagoda on this day trip. Travelers will have a special opportunity to get on a bamboo boat and sail through the 3 km stream before going up by cable (extra service, own expense) or by foot to the top of the mountain. The temple is located on the top of the mountain after sailing along the stream.

Explore the magnificent Bai Dinh Pagoda and the UNESCO World Heritage-listed landscapes of Trang An on this full-day tour from Hanoi. Explore Vietnam's biggest Buddhist temple complex on a guided tour of Bai Dinh, tuck into a delicious Vietnamese lunch at a local restaurant, then cruise around the caves, grottoes, and karst cliffs of Trang An.

Embark on a spiritual journey to the Perfume Pagoda, a stunning complex of Buddhist temples nestled in the Limestone Mountains. Departing from Ha Noi, enjoy a scenic 2-hour drive and a 1.5-hour boat trip along the Yen Stream. Take a cable car to Huong Tich Cave, explore sacred sites, and visit Giai Oan Spring and Tuyet Son Pagoda before returning to Ha Noi. Experience Highlights: Scenic Journey: Enjoy a picturesque 2-hour drive and a 1.5-hour boat trip on the Yen Stream. Cultural Exploration: Visit the stunning Perfume Pagoda and the sacred Huong Tich Cave. Spiritual Significance: Receive blessings from the unique stalactites and stalagmites. Natural Beauty: Discover the tranquility of Giai Oan Spring and Tuyet Son Pagoda.

Full-Day Tour from Hanoi Featuring Ninh Binh’s Highlight Destinations. Explore Vietnam’s ancient capital from the 10th and 11th centuries, and hike up 500 steps to Lying Dragon Mountain for breathtaking mountain views. Enjoy a scenic boat ride along the Ngo Dong River in Tam Coc, passing through majestic caves. Afterward, cycle to Bich Dong Pagoda and spend 20 minutes exploring this historic temple, built in 1428. The tour concludes in Tam Coc or returns to Hanoi.

Tour Highlight: • Visit the ancient Dinh King temple in the Hoa Lu Capital • Enjoy the peaceful panoramic blue lake view and discover Am Tien Cave in Tuyet Tinh Coc • Have the Vietnamese buffet lunch at a local restaurant • Enjoy the sampan boat trip on Ngo Dong River • Bike through the rice fields and small villages • Visit the ancient Bich Dong Pagoda

Discover Trang An natural World Heritage on a small boat rowed by a local man you will cross the caves through the caves to enjoy all the beauty of the immense water, lyrical scenery, sacred and mysterious temples of this amazing scenic. The caves are also stunning, there was an area where the ceiling of the caves was literally touching the boat.  Tour Highlight: • Small group tour with maximum personal experience . • High-quality transfer service. • Visit the local family and learn the Vietnamese culture through their daily activities. • Widen your knowledge of Vietnam history and understand the origin of Buddhism. • Discover Trang An – the “Halong Bay on land – World Natural Heritage site” • Unique and unforgettable biking route passing through villages, rice fields and karst mountains on a high-quality sports bike.

– Driving deeply into Red River Delta – Private rowing Sampan along Yen Stream – Hiking to Thien Tru (Heaven's kitchen) Pagoda – Hiking/cable car to Huong Tich cave within the main pagoda of Perfume pagoda – Lunch at a local restaurant – A quick visit to Van Phuc Silk Village

– Discover the historical significance of the Thang Long Imperial Citadel, a UNESCO site that served as Vietnam's political center for centuries – Immerse yourself in Hanoi's vibrant culture at Dong Xuan Market, the city's largest indoor market offering everything from local delicacies to traditional handicrafts. – Enjoy panoramic views and learn about the city's heritage from the iconic Hanoi Flag Tower

A short drive from Hanoi, you can visit one of the most important religious Buddhist sites of Vietnam. Perfume (Huong) pagoda is a cultural religion in Vietnam, including dozens of Buddhist temples, pagodas. It is a land with harmony between the real and dream, traveling to explore Huong Son by waterway you will pass through a wonderful, peaceful stream.

Bai Dinh Pagoda Spiritual and Cultural Complex is a complex of Buddhist temple on Dinh mountain in GiaVien District, Ninh Binh province. The compound consists of the original old pagoda and newly created larger pagoda. It is considered the largest complex of Buddhist pagoda in Viet Nam and has become a popular site for Buddhist pilgrimages from across Viet Nam. Bai Dinh Pagoda, along with Phat DiemCatheral , Hoa Lu ancient capital, Tam coc, Bich Dong, Trang An, Cuc Phuong is a famous tourist attraction site of NinhBinh Province. TrangAn is a scenic area in NinhBinh, Viet Nam renowned for its boat caves tour. On 23 Jun 2014 at the 38th session of the World Heritage Committee in Doha, the Trang An Scenic Landscape Complex was inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Escape the fast-pace of life in Hanoi without the hassle of hiring a motorbike on this day trip heading south through the Vietnamese countryside. A digest of thousands of years of Vietnamese history and tradition, this tour stops at Hoa Lu Temple (Vietnam's 10th and 11th century capital) and a UNESCO World Heritage Site featuring limestone cliffs pagodas, paddy-fields and small villages. – Buffet lunch at restaurant – Boating trip in Tam Coc – Biking trip to Bich Dong Pagoda – Good choice for travelling with family

Located at the foot of arc-shaped limestone among the delta in Sai Son commune, Thay Pagoda, also known as Master Pagoda, is situated in two villages, namely Da Phuc and Thuy Khue, Quoc Oai District, Hanoi. It is the charming natural scenery with the landscapes looking like the Penglai world.  Tay Phương pagoda has been renovated many times since it was built in 1632. It has three buildings on the mountainside, namely Chua Ha (Lower Pagoda), Chua Trung (Middle Pagoda) and Chua Thuong (Upper Pagoda). The pagoda is an iconic architectural site of an ancient civilization of people in Doai region. Vạn Phúc is a village traditionally associated with silk weaving in Hà Đông, 8 km south-west of Hanoi. In Vietnamese it is called both làng lụa Vạn Phúc "Van Phuc silk village" and làng lụa Hà Đông after the larger village area name.

This is our luxury tour designed for a small group with maximum 7 people joining the tour only. We utilize high-quality transfer and offer professional speaking tour guide. This helps expand the personal experience and bring the best comfort for travelers. In this tour, you will have a chance to visit a local family to explore the Vietnamese culture through their daily activities, wander around the Bich Dong pagoda where helps widen your knowledge of Vietnam history and understand the origin of Buddhism. Besides, Trang An river is an impressive place of interest in this tour which is offering you a pleasant experience on sampan boat along the river surrounded by the picturesque limestone mountain. And, the unique biking route passing through villages, rice fields on a high-quality sports bike will definitely fascinate you.

Dong Ho Village with its famous paintings has become an aesthetic symbol in Vietnam culture. Located to the left side of Duong River, Dong Ho stood for centuries making their unique art work. From over 100 families in the 1950s, currently there are only a handful of families still making the traditional craft. Dong Ho paintings are places for artists to reflect their wishes for lucks and their perception of everyday life in the village.

Get out of Hanoi for the day and explore the Northern Vietnamese countryside on a comfortable small-group tour to Ninh Binh and the Trang An Grottoes. Learn more about Vietnamese culture, history, and rural ways of life on this varied tour. Cycle to villages, temples, and incredible karst caves, and go boating on serene waterways. This is a must-do tour for active travelers who love nature. HIGHLIGHTS AND EXPERIENCES:  Maximum group includes 9 tourists.  High-quality transfer service, mineral water is served during the tour.  Deeply understanding about lifestyle, agriculture & cuisine of Vietnamese farmers.  Widen knowledge about Bich Dong (one the oldest padoga in the Northern) Vietnam.  Experience the breathtaking view of Tam Coc by cycling (Halong Bay on land)  Discover Trang An Natural World Heritage on boat.

Perfume Pagoda is famous for scenic landscape and sacredness in the religious culture of Vietnamese people. It possesses a good combination of temples, pagodas, mountains and forest. – Enjoy a Perfume Pagoda day trip from Hanoi, led by a knowledgeable guide – Travel on a scenic stream to the Buddhist temple complex – Climb the steps to Huong Tich Cave or opt to ride the cable car

Experience our luxury tour designed for a small group, with a maximum of 12 participants. Enjoy high-quality transfers and professional, knowledgeable tour guides for a personalized and comfortable journey. Visit a local family to immerse yourself in Vietnamese culture through their daily activities, and explore the Bich Dong Pagoda to gain insights into Vietnam's history and the origins of Buddhism. Enjoy a sampan boat ride along the scenic Trang An River, surrounded by picturesque limestone mountains. Additionally, the unique biking route through villages and rice fields on a high-quality sports bike will fascinate you.

Join a small group of up to 8 tourists for an exceptional experience, including transfers and mineral water throughout the tour. Delve into the lifestyle, agriculture, and cuisine of Vietnamese farmers. Deepen your understanding with a visit to Bich Dong, one of Northern Vietnam's oldest pagodas. Enjoy a stunning cycling tour through Tam Coc, often referred to as "Halong Bay on land," and admire the majestic karst landscape. Explore the Trang An Grottoes by boat, navigating through caves and waterways that reveal the natural splendor of the area.

Skip the hassle of piecing together boats and bike rentals and savor Ninh Binh’s highlights on this guided door-to-door experience. You’ll visit Bich Dong Pagoda, once of oldest pagoda of Vietnam and cycle through the fields to Bich Dong Pagoda cave temples., explore Mua Cave and take in views from the mountain above, ride a boat through the Tam Coc caves, Your day includes a restaurant lunch and small-group transfers by limousine minivan. See Mua Caves and Bich Dong Pagoda and glide through the Tam Coc grottoes Take gorgeous photos as you pedal through fields and limestone formations Savor an authentic Vietnamese lunch by the Ngo Dong River Luxury Small-group 2-way hotel transfers by comfortable luxury limousine minivan