Ninh Binh

Explore the typical Vietnamese limestone landscape in the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Trang An area. The landscape on the southern edge of the Red River Delta is characterized by spectacular limestone peaks interspersed with valleys, stunning cliffs and caves. There are archaeological traces of human activity here dating back more than 30,000 years.

A must-do is a rowboat trip on the Tam Coc River, which winds through karst hills in a flooded landscape where the river and rice fields blend peacefully; keep your eyes peeled for mountain goats high on the cliffs and bright, nimble kingfishers. Tam Coc means "three caves," and these are the dark tunnel caves you'll travel through when your vision is blinded by darkness. The moment you exit the cave is one of the many priceless photo opportunities on this majestic ride

Bich Dong Pagoda

An ancient pagoda carved into a mountainside. The group of cave temples is surrounded by a waterbed and impressive water lilies that will amaze you when you arrive. There are steps leading to each pagoda level, which lead to a cave inside.