🌟 Highlights
- Explore Cuc Phuong Primary Forest - Vietnam's very first National Park.
- Visit the most modern and humane Bear Sanctuary in the region.
- Trek through the jungle to admire thousand-year-old ancient trees.
- Enjoy a delicious lunch with mountain specialties from Ninh Binh.
📝 Full Description
Experience the Wild Heart of Northern Vietnam: Cuc Phuong & The Bear Sanctuary
Escape the typical tourist trails for a day of raw nature, ancient history, and heartfelt conservation. This immersive journey takes you deep into Cuc Phuong National Park—Vietnam’s oldest nature reserve—and provides an intimate look at the heroic efforts to protect the region’s wildlife at the Bear Sanctuary Ninh Binh and the Endangered Primate Rescue Center (EPRC).
The Itinerary: A Day of Discovery (09:00 AM – 06:00 PM)
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English, Vietnamese, French
From accommodations in Tam Coc, Trang An, Bai Dinh, and Ninh Binh City
🚐 Pickup Information
ThienSonTravel offers direct pick-up from local accommodations in the main tourist areas. Please provide your hotel name and address when booking.
- Areas: Tam Coc, Trang An, Bai Dinh, Ninh Binh City.
- Timing: Pickup usually aligns with the tour's arrival in Ninh Binh (typically 8:30 AM – 9:15 AM).
- Note: Exact pickup time will be confirmed by the operator the day before your trip.
✅ What's Included
- Full Entry: Tickets to Cuc Phuong National Park and the Bear Sanctuary Skywalk.
- Flexible Transport: Choice of a comfortable car for an immersive, wind-in-your-hair experience through the countryside.
- Door-to-Door Service: Free pickup and drop-off at your hotel or homestay in Ninh Binh City, Tam Coc, Trang An, or Bai Dinh.
- Live Expert Guide: An enthusiastic, English-speaking expert to share the history of the jungle and stories of the rescued wildlife.
- Hydration: Bottles of water provided.
- Important Note: Effective April 1, 2026, the Bear Sanctuary is closed every Tuesday for maintenance and health checks. Guests on Tuesday tours will receive a 60,000 VND refund per person.
❌ What's Not Included
- Meals: Food, drinks, and lunch at a local restaurant.
- Personal Expenses: Any individual purchases or additional services.
- Optional Centers: Tickets to the Endangered Primate Rescue Center (EPRC) and the Turtle Conservation Center (160,000 VND).
📅 Itinerary
Guided tour, safety briefing, walking, and hiking through scenic jungle paths.
Photo stop, food tasting, and coffee tasting (Extra fee may apply).
Guided sightseeing and educational walk to see rare primates.
Visit the humane sanctuary, walking tour, and scenic views of the rescue facility.
