A Day Exploring Xuan Thuy National Park and Bach Long Salt Fields
Overview
Escape to Nam Dinh for a Day of Tranquility
Embark on a day-long journey to Nam Dinh, a region at the mouth of the Red River. Explore several iconic sites in the area: an ancient pagoda, Xuan Thuy National Park, and the salt fields of Bach Long. A day filled with serenity, offering a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of Hanoi.
Exploration of Rural Life in the Heart of Nam Dinh Province, in the Red River Delta
Visit the ancient Co Le Pagoda
Explore Xuan Thuy National Park, with the opportunity to observe birds
Discover the salt fields of Bach Long and a traditional fish sauce factory
Itinerary
Co Le Pagoda, Xuan Thuy National Park Cruise, Bach Long Salt Fields, and Local Life Discovery
7:30 AM: Your guide and driver will pick you up from your hotel, heading to the city of Nam Dinh.
9:30 AM: Explore the magnificent Co Le Pagoda, a Buddhist place of worship with a lotus-shaped structure standing on a tortoise. Witness the interplay between Christianity and Buddhism, showcased in its remarkable architecture combining Buddhist and Gothic elements. Rebuilt in 1902, it stands as a testament to cultural fusion.
10:00 AM: Depart for Xuan Thuy National Park. Upon arrival, board a boat along the Tra River towards Con Ngan Island to explore the park, recognized by Ramsar as Southeast Asia's first mangrove and designated by UNESCO as a biosphere reserve in the Red River Delta. Discover traditional clam cultivation techniques and mangrove ecosystems. November offers an opportunity to spot various bird species in the mangrove forest.
Lunch on board the boat, featuring fresh seafood.
3:00 PM: Visit a fish sauce factory to witness traditional methods used in producing this famous sauce. Then, embark on a car journey to Bach Long Salt Fields to explore traditional salt harvesting techniques using sand. Marvel at the picturesque salt marshes, especially during the harvest season (March to August). Engage in the salt harvesting process, gaining insights into local life.
Return to Hanoi, arriving around 7:00 PM.
Prices and Accommodation
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Included
- Transportation as per the itinerary in a private vehicle with a dedicated driver for your group
- Meals as specified in the program: 1L = 1 Lunch
- English-speaking guide
- Boat excursion to Xuan Thuy National Park
- Entrance fees for visited sites
- One liter of bottled water per person per day
- Administrative fees
Excluded
- Traveler's personal insurance
- Bank fees
- Beverages, phone expenses, personal expenditures, and anything not explicitly mentioned in the "What's Included" section
- Tips for guides and drivers
Useful Information
Respectful attire is required for the places of worship, such as temples and pagodas. Please ensure your knees and shoulders are covered.
The salt production is seasonal, occurring from March to August. Outside these months, there is no salt harvesting activity.
In November, at Xuan Thuy National Park, you can witness the migration of numerous birds seeking refuge from winter in other regions.
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