From Ninh Binh: Phong Nha Cave and Dark Cave Day Trip

1 day

Easy

Explore Phong Nha Cave and experience zipling, mud bath, kayaking at Dark Cave

10:30 PM: You will arrive at Ninh Binh station and board the SE1 train, which departs at 11:10 PM, heading towards Dong Hoi station. The train journey takes around 8 hours, giving you the perfect opportunity to relax, recharge, and prepare for an exciting adventure ahead.  


07:00 AM: The train will arrive at Dong Hoi station, where our vehicle will be waiting to take you straight to begin your Phong Nha - Paradise Cave Tour.  

07:45 AM - 8:30AM: Guests will move from Dong Hoi to Phong Nha Village along the legendary Ho Chi Minh Trail.  


09:00: AM - Phong Nha Cave Exploration: 

• Visitors begin their journey to Phong Nha Cave. Here, visitors board a dragon boat to begin a 30-minute cruise along the green river, surrounded by beautiful natural scenery.  

• Sitting on the boat, visitors will feel the peace of the scenery, watching the riverside villages and majestic limestone mountains in the distance. The river leads to the entrance of Phong Nha Cave, where the magic of nature gradually reveals itself through the majestic and mysterious beauty of rows of stalactites and stalagmites. 

 • Stepping inside, visitors will be overwhelmed by the shimmering beauty of the stalactite system illuminated under flashlight. Stone curtains, stalagmites, and stalactites shine like diamonds, creating unique shapes. The deeper you go, the more you will be amazed by the shoals, underground lakes and sparkling rocks, all creating a scene like a fairy tale world.  

• Enjoy the amazing beauty created by nature, so that every step brings a sense of wonder and respect for this wonder. 


11:30: PM - Lunch Break: After visiting Phong Nha Cave, you will be invited to a restaurant in the National Park area to have lunch with local specialties, in a peaceful and airy space.  


01:30: PM - Explore Dark Cave: 

• You will continue your adventurous journey at Dark Cave tourist area. Conquering the longest two-wire Zipline game in Southeast Asia, visitors will experience the feeling of "flying" over the Chay River to reach Dark Cave.  

• Dark Cave offers a special experience with rich darkness. Visitors are equipped with head flashlights and other specialized equipment to safely explore the cave. The main highlight is the mud bath activity in the cave, where visitors can relax in a natural mineral mud pool, bringing benefits to their health and spirit.  

• After that, visitors will continue with other recreational activities on Chay River such as short Zipline and Kayaking, enjoying the fresh and cool beauty of the river.  


04:30: PM - Return to Dong Hoi city: End of the tour, Sovaba Travel's car and tour guide will take the group back to Dong Hoi city. We say goodbye to you and look forward to welcoming you in the next travel programs.  


05:30: PM - Arrival: Arrived in Dong Hoi city, ending the Phong Nha cave - Dark cave tour!

What's included?
  • Food & drinks
  • Entry or admission fee
  • Train ticket from Ninh Binh to Dong Hoi
  • Modern air-conditioned vehicle for sightseeing and transfers in Dong Hoi throughout the program.
  • Vietnamese or English-speaking guide specializing in tours for the entire route.
  • One lunch at Phong Nha Restaurant: 150,000 VND per guest per meal.
  • Entrance fees to attractions included in the program:
  • Admission to Phong Nha Cave.
  • Admission and entertainment at Dark Cave.
  • Lavie bottled water 500ml: 2 bottles per guest per day.
  • Cold towels: 2 per guest per day.
  • Travel insurance with a maximum compensation of 20,000,000 VND per guest per incident.
Exclusions

    Far pick up surcharge if you stay out of the pick up area

    Tet holiday fees (5 USD per person)

    Please note

      Wear comfortable walking shoes as there will be a moderate amount of walking.

      Bring a change of clothes as activities in Dark Cave may get you wet and muddy.

      It's recommended to bring your own snacks and water.

      Be prepared for the weather conditions; bring sunscreen and insect repellent.

      Respect the natural environment and follow the guide's instructions to ensure safety.

      What to bring
        • Comfortable clothes
        • Water
        • Insect repellent
        • Camera
        • Swimwear
        • Sunscreen
        • Change of clothes
        • Hat
        • Towel