A family adventure in Ninh Binh, Vietnam, where wildlife conservation meets natural wonders. This captivating program is specially designed to engage and educate children of all ages, fostering a deep appreciation for wildlife conservation in Vietnam whilst enjoying sightseeing of the Ninh Binh area.

Itinerary

📍 From central Hanoi to Cuc Phuong (130km): approx. 3hrs From Cuc Phuong to hotel in Tam Coc Town (57km): approx. 1h45’

Depart the hotel this morning at 08:00 for the 3 hours drive through urban northern Vietnam to Ninh Binh Province . 

Upon arrival, visit a Bear Sanctuary established by Four Paws, the global animal welfare organisation for animals. The sanctuary is not only a new home to bears rescued from bile farming and the illegal wildlife trade in Vietnam, but an unforgettable experience for learning and exploring in a natural setting.
Follow the representative of the centre to explore the bear kitchen, vet clinic and bear houses where rehabilitation processes and bear healthcare happen. The tour guide will share bear stories and give insightful information about the bears.

After the visit, enjoy a fresh vegetarian lunch at the center. 

Continue to Cuc Phuong National Park to visit a second conservation center, the Endangered Primate Rescue Center where some of the rarest primate species in Asia including langurs and gibbons can be seen (not primates are not always active during the hotter parts of the day).  

More wildlife discovery at the Carnivore and Pangolin Education Centre. The current permanent resident animals include Pangolin, Binturong, Mask Palm Civet, Leopard Cat, Owston’s Civet, and Common Palm Civet. Listen to their rescue stories and find out why they sadly cannot return to the wild.

Continue further into Cuc Phuong National and visit the ‘Cave of Prehistoric Man’, where human skeletons and stone tools dated to some 7.500 years old have been found.

Conclude the day with a drive to Tam Coc Town.

Overnight in Ninh Binh. 
 

Inclusions:

🥘 Lunch

📍 From Ninh Binh to Hanoi (110km): approx. 2hrs

After breakfast, transfer to the boat pier to board a sampan for a 1.5 hour boat trip cruising on a small canal among the paddy fields for 1km, then stroll along the winding rocky paths to reach the Galaxy Cave gate. Once inside the cave, admire the spectacular stalactites hanging from the cave ceiling. 

Rowing onward to explore the fascinating But Cave, spanning nearly 500 metres with its peculiar-shaped stalactites. Conclude the cave exploration by rowing back to the village.

In the afternoon, take a scenic bike ride around the village, local market, alongside rice fields nestled amidst limestone mountains. A visit to Bich Dong Pagoda awaits, where an ascent of 200 steps leads to Ngu Nhac Mountain. This path unveils three cave pagodas dating back to 1428, revealing captivating views over the countryside.

Drive back to Hanoi in the late afternoon arrival early evening (earlier, traffic dependent) 

Note: Bikes are suitable for children from 7 years old. Child seats are also available for children under 5 years old.
 

Inclusions:

🥘 Lunch

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