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2-Day Tour: Cúc Phương National Park, Vân Long Wetlands & Perfume Pagoda
Escape the city and explore Vietnam’s natural and cultural treasures on this 2-day adventure.
Day 1: Discover the rich biodiversity of Cúc Phương National Park, Vietnam’s oldest national park. Visit wildlife rescue centers, hike through lush rainforest trails, and explore ancient caves.
Day 2: Enjoy a peaceful boat ride through the scenic Vân Long Wetlands, home to rare wildlife and limestone landscapes. In the afternoon, visit the sacred Perfume Pagoda, nestled in the mountains and accessible by boat and cable car or hike.
Perfect for nature lovers and culture seekers looking for an off-the-beaten-path experience.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Our Guide Will Pick You Up At Hanoi Old Quarter. Please Send Us Your Full Name, IMessage/Whatsapp Phone Number, Pick-Up Address In Advance. If You're Staying Far From The Old Quarter, Kindly Contact Us So We Can Help Organize Your Trip—An Extra Fee May Apply For Distant Pick-Up Locations.
Itinerary
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1
8.00AM pick up at hotel in Hanoi, then depart for Cuc Phuong national park. We will firstly visit the Endangered Primate Rescue Centre is a non-profit organization dedicated to the rehabilitation, breeding, research, and conservation of endangered primates, and to the protection of their habitats. Then keep going into the park central, stop for a visit to the “Cave of Early Man”, then take some trek into the national park for sightseeing and learn more of fauna and flora in this oldest forest of Vietnam, to the giant ancient tree in middle of the jungle. Check in your room and take a rest at Mac lake, located right in the middle of Cuc Phuong National Park, the quiet and fresh scenery of Mac Lake will bring you back to nature, dispel any fatigue after the long walking trip in the forest. Dinner before our night-explorations where we venture in search of the jungle’s nocturnal critters and creatures, including civets, owls, large insects, flying squirrels, and bats.
8 hours • Admission ticket not included -
2
Early wake up in middle of the jungle and free time to discover more of the natural flora and fauna, morning stroll or relaxation before our visit to the Botanical Gardens and the oldest forest in Vietnam. Later, leave the national park and transfer to Van Long (Van Long wetland reserve), a perfect venue for you to relax and let your mind wander among the diverse limestone features of Van Long nature reserve, then take a boat trip for 2 hours rowing along this beautiful wetland of Van Long Natural Reserve, enjoying spectacular scenery surrounded by rice paddies, lotus pond and towering limestone mountain peaks. Have lunch at restaurant before driving back to Hanoi. End the tour at your hotel.
8 hours • Admission ticket not included -
3
In the afternoon, continue your journey to one of Vietnam’s most sacred sites: the Perfume Pagoda (Chùa Hương). Nestled deep within the limestone mountains, this spiritual complex can only be reached by a peaceful sampan boat ride followed by a scenic hike (or cable car option). Explore ancient temples, breathe in the incense-scented air, and experience the quiet majesty of this important pilgrimage site.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket not included
Hanoi – Cuc Phuong Park, the wildlife (L, D)
Van Long Cruise - Perfume Pagoda – Hanoi (B, L)
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Any food allergies and vegetarian are available
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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