Traveling to Vietnam, but want to escape the hustle and bustle of the big cities? Look no further than Ninh Binh, often referred to as the Getaway in Ninh Binh. Only 100 km away from the capital Hanoi, Ninh Binh is the perfect place for a quick getaway.
With its vast rice fields, shimmering rivers, and limestone mountains, along with many historical sites, pagodas, and temples, a Getaway in Ninh Binh promises an unforgettable experience. It is an ideal place for you if you want to explore the rural parts of the county and immerse yourself in nature and tranquility. Let’s plan your trip to this amazing place.
The Best Time To Visit
The Getaway in Ninh Binh offers year-round beauty, but timing your visit can enhance your experience. Like all of North Vietnam, Ninh Binh is characterized by a tropical monsoon climate. It has four seasons including Winter (dry season), Summer (rainy season), Spring, and Autumn as two transition periods. Visiting is good at almost any time of the year, but there are some periods that are better than others.
The period from March to April is mild and pleasant, good for doing a lot of walking and exploring as it’s not too cold or hot. If you want to see the golden paddies and don’t mind hot weather late May to early June is the perfect time for you to visit. June is also the time for blooming lotuses, which is great for lotus lovers and photographers. If you prefer cooler temperatures, October and November may be the right months for you. The temperature is around 20°C, perfect for trekking, cycling and climbing.
It is best to avoid visiting in December and January when the weather is cold and rainy, as well as national holidays such as the Vietnamese Traditional Lunar New Year as the places might be very crowded.
How To Get Around The Getaway in Ninh Binh
Exploring the Getaway in Ninh Binh requires some planning. Since the sites are quite far apart, you will need your own transport if you want to visit them all.
Bicycle
You can rent a bicycle at your hotel or homestay in Ninh Binh, or they can recommend a place to get one. You can get out into the countryside, explore the surrounding villages, and visit beautiful temples. Since some amazing spots are quite far, though, be ready to do at least 30 to 40 kilometers per day.
By motorbike
A motorbike is probably the best way to get around Ninh Binh. You can get one at your hotel with the price of around 100,000 VND (~4 USD) per day plus gas. Getting a motorbike will make it easy for you to get to all the amazing places in Ninh Binh without tiring yourself out completely before even reaching your destination.
By car
A private car with a driver is another option to get around Ninh Binh. You can book this service with a local travel agency and a local tour guide is recommended to accompany you to help you know more about the places. This is a good option if you are traveling in a group or with small kids.
Accommodation Options in Ninh Binh
From budget hostels to luxurious resorts, the Getaway in Ninh Binh experience can have it all. As a famous attraction, nearby Hanoi, Ninh Binh has a wide range of accommodations, from hotels, hostels, and homestays in the city and the countryside. You can choose your accommodation based on your preference and budget from hostels in the city center, and homestays to luxury hotels and resorts.
It is suggested to book your hotel or homestay in or around the Tam Coc area for the quiet and tranquil atmosphere. It is also closer to many top sights in Ninh Binh such as temples, pagodas, and beautiful rice fields, and offers a nice experience of a small countryside town.
Best Things To Do For Your Getaway in Ninh Binh
There is an endless list of activities to do for your getaway to Ninh Binh trip, leading to some of the most impressive landscapes of the country.
Visit Tam Coc And Trang An
Due to its spectacular limestone hills scattered throughout lush rice terraces,
Tam Coc, which is located just outside Ninh Binh’s town center, is one of the top natural locations in the entire country of Vietnam. You can also get a boat tour in
Trang An, known as “Ha Long Bay on land” of Vietnam, and you can hike the environs as well.
Trying Local Cuisine at Cho Bop Market
Your visit to the Getaway in Ninh Binh wouldn’t be complete without sampling their local delicacies. Around Ninh Binh’s center, there are numerous eateries, many of which serve the regional delicacy: Snails!
If you don’t like those, Cho Bop Market in the town center might provide better selections. Vietnamese foods like noodle soups and spring rolls are among the many items sold in this market’s countless carts and tiny cafés.
Explore Van Long Nature Reserve
There are endless nature reserves and national parks, like Van Long Nature Reserve or Cuc Phuong National Park. Van Long Nature Reserve is a wetland reserve popular with bird watchers, but you’ll also find monkeys and reptiles there.
Cuc Phuong National Park is slightly different as it is a tropical forest, but you will also find a lot of amazing wildlife there, as well as over 2,000 types of flora making it perfect for nature lovers!
Visit Phat Diem Cathedral
Phat Diem Cathedral, which lies around 35 kilometers (22 miles) outside of Ninh Binh’s town center, is a striking structure with a blend of Vietnamese and Western architectural elements. During the colonial era, this cathedral, which was built in 1898, was frequently referred to as the “Vatican of Vietnam”.
Buy Souvenirs at Van Lan
We advise going to the nearby Van Lan hamlet, which is renowned for its delicate embroidery if you wish to buy souvenirs to take home. To give to friends and family back home, you can purchase items like bags, t-shirts, and pillows. Don’t forget to bargain for the best price!
You can check out our suggest for a Ninh Binh Trip in this Blog!
Why Visit the Getaway in Ninh Binh?
Here are just some recommendations of the things you can do during your getaway in Ninh Binh. The Getaway in Ninh Binh isn’t just a travel destination; it’s an experience that combines breathtaking nature, rich history, and warm hospitality. There is so much more you can do, including visiting
Cuc Phuong National Park, Thung Nham Bird Park hiking to
Mua Cave, etc.
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