Ninh Binh is renowned for its picturesque mountains, beautiful lakes, and magnificent caves. As a result, this destination increasingly attracts many visitors. If you're unsure about what to do or eat in Ninh Bình, take a look at Vietjet's detailed self-guided 2-day 1-night travel itinerary!

Ninh Bình is blessed by nature with picturesque landscapes.

1. Best Time to Visit Ninh Binh

Ninh Bình has four distinct seasons, each offering its unique charm. The best times to visit Ninh Bình are:

• Spring (January - March): The weather is cool and fresh with a slight chill of early spring. This is also when many lively spring festivals take place in Ninh Bình.

• Summer (April - June): This season boasts beautiful sunshine and warm weather. It's also when the rice fields along the rivers are in full bloom and fragrant, providing perfect photo opportunities.

2. Detailed Guide on How to Get to Ninh Binh

If it's your first time visiting Ninh Bình, consider the following transportation options:

2.1 Traveling to Hanoi

If you're starting from Central or Southern Vietnam, you will need to travel to Hanoi first. There are two main modes of transport:

• Airplane: This is the quickest and most convenient option. It takes about 1.5 to 2 hours to fly to Hanoi, with ticket prices starting at 790,000 VND.

• Train: If you want to save costs, the train is a suitable option. It's also an interesting experience as you can enjoy the beautiful scenery and take some picturesque photos on the train. Ticket prices range from 300,000 to 1,200,000 VND depending on the type of seat.

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2.2 Traveling from Hanoi to Ninh Bình

Ninh Bình is not far from Hanoi (about 93km), so you can travel there by motorbike, car, or bus.

• Motorbike/Car: You can take the Pháp Vân - Cầu Giẽ expressway, which is very convenient, and reach Ninh Bình in about 2 hours.

• Bus: There are many bus operators running the Hanoi - Ninh Bình route, offering you more choices and flexibility in terms of time and stop points. Ticket prices range from 150,000 to 240,000 VND depending on the type of bus.

2.3 Getting Around Ninh Bình

Motorbike: This is the most popular and reasonable mode of transport in Ninh Bình. You can rent a motorbike at hotels, guesthouses, or rental shops. Rental prices range from 100,000 to 200,000 VND per day.

Taxi: If you're traveling with friends or family, a taxi will be a better option. Make sure to ask about the fare in advance and request the driver to use the meter.

3. Famous places in Ninh Binh

Take note of these must-visit places when visiting Ninh Binh to plan your trip best:

3.1 Trang An tourist area

Trang An Ninh Binh was recognized by UNESCO as a "World Cultural Heritage" in 2014. This place is blessed with extremely majestic natural scenery, with a system of caves, limestone mountains, and rivers. and the valleys intertwine, will certainly make you overwhelmed and excited. To fully admire the beauty of Trang An, you must go by boat. Ticket price is 250,000 VND/person (including boat fees and attractions fees).

3.2 Hoa Lu ancient capital

The ancient capital of Hoa Lu is a particularly important national relic complex in Vietnam, and is also one of the four core areas of the Trang An heritage complex recognized by UNESCO. This place includes the temple of King Dinh, the temple of King Le and other historical works.

Hoa Lu ancient capital is one of four core areas of the Trang An heritage complex recognized by UNESCO

3.3 Bai Dinh Pagoda

Bai Dinh Pagoda is located in the Bai Dinh - Trang An eco-tourism complex. This is one of the most massive Buddhist works in our country, the number one spiritual landscape in Ninh Binh. The pagoda has a history of more than 1,000 years, associated with the Dinh and Ly dynasties. The architectural works that you cannot miss at Bai Dinh Pagoda are: Arhat corridor, Ngoc well, Tam The palace, the largest bronze statue of Avalokiteśvara Bodhisattva in Vietnam,...

3.4 Tam Coc Bich Dong

You will continue to travel by boat down the Ngo Dong river, passing through all 3 caves: Hang Ca, Hang Hai and Hang Ba. On both sides are vast rice fields, above are endless mountain ranges, creating a poetic and splendid natural picture.

Tam Coc appears beautiful with immense rice fields and endless mountain ranges

3.5 Mua Cave

Built to simulate the architecture of the Great Wall with 486 steps, this place not only possesses beautiful natural scenery, but is also a famous "dawn hunting" location in Ninh Binh. When climbing here, you will admire the entire beautiful landscape of Ninh Binh nature immersed in the morning mist, creating an extremely magical picture.

3.6 Am Tien Cave (Tuyet Tinh Coc)

The reason Am Tien Cave is also known as Tuyet Tinh Coc is because this place possesses a wild, poetic beauty completely separate from the outside world, making you feel like you are lost in a fairyland. When you come here, you can explore the ancient Am Tien pagoda, flooded valleys, caves, historical relics associated with the ancient capital of Hoa Lu,...

3.7 Phat Diem Stone Church

This place is the intersection of Eastern Buddhism and Western Catholicism, with a combination of Asian and European architecture with two unique materials: stone and wood, creating a majestic and unique architectural work over 100 years old. unique. 

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4. What to Eat in Ninh Bình

In addition to its stunning landscapes, Ninh Bình is also famous for its delicious local specialties that captivate tourists from near and far:

4.1 Ninh Bình Mountain Goat

This is an extremely famous specialty in Ninh Bình. Visitors can visit restaurants specializing in mountain goat dishes to fully enjoy the flavor. Some dishes you can try include: goat hotpot, grilled goat, goat salad with lime, stir-fried goat, all seasoned with Ninh Bình's characteristic spices.

4.2 Eel Vermicelli Soup

This specialty is made from vermicelli noodles boiled until soft, combined with fresh delicious eels marinated with various spices such as fish sauce, salt, pepper, shallots, garlic, chili, then simmered over a small fire until the eel is tender, absorbing all the flavors. Serve with hot broth and fresh herbs. This is definitely a dish you cannot miss when visiting Ninh Bình.

4.3 Ant Egg Sticky Rice

Ant egg sticky rice originates from the Nho Quan limestone mountains. Fragrant glutinous rice is cooked with eggs from black ants marinated with spices. The ant eggs have a rich, fragrant flavor, combined with the sweet, sticky taste of glutinous rice. When eating, you can hear the satisfying crunch of the eggs, a delightful experience for both the ears and the palate.

5. Some Tips for Traveling to Ninh Bình for 2 Days 1 Night

You should remember the following tips to have the best trip to Ninh Bình:

• Avoid carrying too many belongings, especially when visiting destinations by boat, to prevent loss or theft during the journey.

• Always travel in groups and avoid traveling alone as Ninh Bình has many rivers and hills.

• When boating, wear a life jacket and strictly follow the instructions of the guide and staff at the tourist site.

• Preview the map for convenient movement between tourist attractions.

• Bring a power bank for both your phone and camera.

• Apply sunscreen thoroughly and bring sun protection items such as jackets, hats, socks, umbrellas, etc.

Ninh Bình has many rivers and hills, so you need to carefully manage your belongings and avoid traveling alone.

6. Suggestions for a 2 Days 1 Night Itinerary in Ninh Bình

Below is a reference itinerary for a 2-day 1-night trip to Ninh Bình for one person starting from Ho Chi Minh City:

So, if you travel to Ninh Bình from Ho Chi Minh City, the total cost for 2 days 1 night will range from 2,000,000 to 2,500,000 VND.

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