Discover the charm of Ninh Binh with a day of cycling through peaceful villages, hands-on farming, and a local cooking class. Conclude with a serene bamboo sampan cruise through Van Long’s tranquil wetlands and limestone peaks.
Today’s tour will begin at 08:00. Escape from Hanoi this morning after breakfast, leaving the busy streets of the capital behind and entering the quieter countryside in Ninh Binh.
After about a 2-hour drive, arrive in Van Long and cycle through quiet village lanes past rice fields and vegetable gardens. Don a conical hat and try traditional farming activities such as scooping water with bamboo buckets, tilling the soil, harvesting vegetables, or catching fish with a basket trap. In planting or harvest season, join in the real work alongside local farmers.
Return to a local home for a cooking class, followed by lunch with the prepared dishes.
In the afternoon, cycle to explore the village, temples, and rural life before boarding a bamboo sampan to glide across Van Long’s tranquil wetlands, passing lotus ponds, limestone peaks, and ancient caves adorned with stalactites.
Conclude the day with a return to Hanoi, arriving in the late afternoon or early evening (traffic dependent) (L)
Inclusions:
🥘 Lunch
Notes:
- Departure: Daily.
- Some women on boats may try to sell local products or drinks. Refer to the guide as needed.
- The boat cruise location is subject to change due to conditions beyond our control (flooding due to weather or other issues).
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