Prices starting from: US $49
A day trip to Ninh Binh off the beaten track will take you to explore unique architecture in Vietnam of Phat Diem stone Cathedral and take a sampan boat ride in Galaxy cave, the most beautiful cave in Ninh Binh region with splendid beauty of limestone stalagmite and stalactite. This tour is perfect for those who like to travel Ninh Binh off the beaten path, architecture and nature lover on a guided tour
Destinations included:
Hanoi - Phat Diem Cathedral - Galaxy cave - Hanoi
7.30 AM: Meet your tour guide and driver at your hotel lobby. Hit the road for 2.5 hours drive to Ninh Binh area. Our first stop is Phat Diem stone cathedral. This stunning cathedral is of particular interest as it incorporates both European and local style. Here, beautiful traditional pagoda rooves meet western gothic style walls. Take a slow pace of walking to explore tiny alley way of the village. Lunch will be served in a local family. You might interact with local family to learn about their lives.
After lunch, take 40 minutes drive to Thien Ha (Galaxy cave area).
Board your traditional flat bottomed boat – known locally as a sampan – and head off with your guide along the Ben Dang River. As you drift along, take in the beautiful scenery and use the opportunity to take some photographs of your surroundings.
Disembark and follow the old road until you come to the Động Thiên Hà – the Galaxy Grotto. This attraction is known across Vietnam and beyond for its wonderful scenery.The cave gives you the opportunity to view some stunning stalactites in a variety of shapes and colors.
Following your visit you will walk back to your sampan and make your way back to your starting point.
Transfer back to Hanoi and trip ends at your hotel at 17.30 pm approximately.
Facade of Phat Diem Cathedral
Christ statue on the Phat Diem Cathedral’s lake
Thien Ha Galaxy grotto – Ninh Binh off the beaten track
Galaxy Grotto – Ninh Binh off the beaten path tour
PRIVATE TOUR rate quoted in American Dollars per person in a private group.
No of travelers | 2-3 pax | 4-6 pax | 7–9 pax | 10 pax up |
Price in USD/person | $79 | $49 | $39 | $37 |
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