PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
- Worship Buddha at famous pagodas such as Huong Son Tu, Tam Chuc spiritual tourism area, Dia Tang Phi Lai Tu and Bai Dinh Pagoda...
- Learn about the history of the Sinh Duoc medicinal area, the tradition of using traditional medicine to nourish life, treating diseases of local people, the famous King's Bath medicine of Sinh Duoc region..
- Ba Kien's house, Vu Dai village - the century-old property of the Bac Ky chief, the real house in the famous work of writer Nam Cao.
TRIP DETAILS
ITINERARY
Day 1: Tp Ho Chi Minh - Ha Noi (self-catering on the first day)
Guests will gather at Tan Son Nhat Airport (domestic terminal), where our staff will assist with check-in procedures for the flight to Ha Noi . Upon arrival at Noi Bai Airport, a vehicle will transfer you to central Ha Noi, where you will check into your hotel and relax. In the evening, you can explore the 36 districts on your own.
Overnight stay in Ha Noi
Day 2: Ha Noi - Huong Son Temple - "Mysterious Sounds" Tam Chuc (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Have breakfast at the hotel. The car will take you to visit Huong Son Temple , a scenic area with beautiful scenery. Upon arrival at Ben Duc, you will take a boat along Yen Stream , admiring the picturesque scenery and majestic mountains, taking photos at beautiful spots, and crossing Hoi Bridge - a beautiful and famous bridge of Huong Son Temple. At Ben Thien Tru, visit:
Trinh Ngũ Nhạc, Thien Tru Temple "Kitchen of Heaven" , where King Le Thanh Tong once visited.
Huong Tich Cave (cable car fee not included) - known as the "First Cave of the South", a famous historical and scenic complex, comprising a system of caves, temples, and pagodas nestled within the mountains.
After lunch, you will continue your journey to Tam Chuc Spiritual Tourism Area , beginning the "Mysterious Sounds" journey:
15:00: The electric car will pick up the group at the guesthouse. Guests will take a boat trip on Luc Nhac Lake, enjoying snacks, fresh fruits, and listening to the tour guide's explanations of the history and culture of Tam Chuc. The boat will stop at Tam Chuc Village Temple and Mother Temple for guests to visit, pay respects, and take souvenir photos.
15:45 - 16:00: The electric car will take the group to visit Ba Sao Temple - a temple built on the site of the ancient and sacred Ba Sao temple. The group will pay respects and ring the temple bell at Ba Sao Temple.
16:30: The group will pay respects at Tam The Hall , ring the bell, and respectfully offer incense to Buddha. The Tam Chuc area guide will explain the entire Tam Chuc Temple complex, and the great Bodhi tree.
16:50: The group will continue to visit Phap Chu Hall and Quan Am Hall.
17:30: Participate in the lantern release activity at Nhuet Quang Garden near the Phap Chu Hall to pray for peace and receive a small gift symbolizing a wish for peace.
Enjoy dinner and check into Ha Nam guesthouse. In the evening, guests can relax and enjoy the mystical night atmosphere at Tam Chuc.
Overnight in Ha Nam
Day 3: Ha Nam - Dia Tang Phi Lai Tu - Ninh Binh - Chua Bai Dinh (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Guests enjoy breakfast and check out. The vehicle departs to take guests to Ninh Binh - the land known as "A Place to Dream, A Place to Long For" with many distinctive cultural and natural sites, along the way:
Dia Tang Phi Lai - a temple hidden in the pine forest, with a history of thousands of years. Guests will feel serenity in their hearts, purity from the peaceful corners of the temple praying for peace and fortune for their families.
Sinh Dược Cooperative - learn about the history of the Sinh Dược medicinal area, the traditional use of folk medicine for health preservation and treatment of local people, the famous "King's Bath" remedy from Thich Su Nguyen Minh Khong who cured the tiger-like illness of King Ly Thanh Tong in the 12th century; visit the medicinal herb area, the herb fields, visit the cooperative member's home producing herbal soap, the cooperative member's home producing Bo De pottery, the Bo De painting room and the herbal decoction cooking furnace.
Bai Dinh Temple - a large temple complex with many Vietnam records, such as the 80-ton bronze statue of Buddha Di Lặc, the corridor with 500 La Han statues, the 99m high Pagoda (self-funded),...
Guests have dinner and check into the hotel. In the evening, guests can freely explore Hoa Lu Ancient Town , a beautiful, tranquil check-in space, which becomes more enchanting and magical with the colors of lanterns and the Pagoda on the Ky Lan Lake; experience many folk games and many forms of ethnic culture such as water puppetry, Tac Xinh dancing, hat xam, and acoustic performances on weekend evenings.
Overnight in Ninh Binh
Day 4: Ninh Binh - Ha Nam - Vu Dai Village - Noi Bai SB - Ho Chi Minh City (breakfast, lunch)
Guests have breakfast and rest until the check-out time. The car will take guests to visit:
Khe Coc Island - a prehistoric village located in the Trang An Scenic Area, famous for its magnificent natural scenery, towering mountains, and winding rivers. This place recreates the cultural space of ancient Vietnamese people; visitors can see ancient houses, farming tools, and historical relics full of the imprints of past dynasties.
Continuing the journey, guests will travel to Ha Nam to visit:
Ba Kien House, Vu Dai Village : The centuries-old residence of the chief of the Northern region, a real house featured in the famous novel by the writer Nam Cao. Over time, the house has retained its characteristic tile roof, mahogany framework, three-section northern ancient structure, and interesting stories that intrigue visitors.
Explore the renowned Vu Dai Village fish stew , a rustic but elegant dish, characterized by its elaborate preparation using traditional recipes, passed down through generations of artisans, creating a refined culinary experience embodying the soul of Vietnam.
The car will take guests to Noi Bai Airport. The tour guide assists guests with airport procedures for their flight back to Ho Chi Minh City. The tour concludes at Tan Son Nhat Airport.
TOUR END, GOODBYE!
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Notes:
- The itinerary may change the order of destinations based on actual conditions.
- The sightseeing schedule (beach trips, flower viewing, experiences, etc.) may be greatly affected by weather. This is an unavoidable situation; please understand and be patient.
- Hotels may be located far from city centers during peak seasons.