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Trang An Grottoes, A uniqueness of Ninh Binh?

Date: 19/7/2023

Have you heard about Halong Bay Onland, I mean the place called Trang An - a Unique new UNESCO World Heritage Site of Vietnam - Trang An scenic complex is a mixed natural and cultural resource, mainly located in three protected areas: Hoa Lu ancient capital, Trang An, Tam Coc-Bich Dong and Hoa Lu the existing forest.

Trang An is known as the most popular attraction in Ninh Binh, it consists of a complex of limestone caves stretching across the Sao Khe River, surrounded by majestic limestone mountains, creating a picture of beautiful scenery.

Entrance fee is 250,000 VND, it will be completed in 2.5 – 3 hours on boat with an experienced woman row the boat. You must buy tickets directly at the ticket counter at the entrance of the resort.

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Trang An Grottoes are worth visiting?

For a long time ago, the reputation of Hoa Lu ancient capital of Ninh Binh attracted many Vietnamese tourists. They have come to a precious land to express their gratitude to King Dinh – Le who built a country named Dai Viet (Viet Nam today).

Now Ninh Binh has become more and more attractive because of the development of Trang An Grottoes, especially the Trang An Grottoes ecotourism complex.

Visiting Trang An Landscape Complex in Ninh Binh you will admire famous karst mountains which are very unique in Viet Nam as well as in Asia. This place is said to be “Ha Long Bay on land”.

Let’s explore Trang An Ecotourism with Trang An Grottoes in Ninh Binh

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Amazing Trang An Grottoes Complex

Why we should take Trang An Grottoes?

Trang An landscape complex is a very famous tourist place in Ninh Binh Viet Nam. It includes value ecotourism, history, culture and spirituality such as Hoa Lu Citadel, an ancient city of Viet Nam during 42 years, King Dinh- Le temple, one pillar pagoda, Bai Dinh Temple…

Moreover, according to statistics, there are more than 310 higher plants, precious kinds of woods, more than 30 animals, 50 types of birds, and many reptiles in Trang An ecotourism complex.

Being the most famous in Trang An landscape complex, Trang An Grottoes is one of the best destinations to try once in your life with an interesting boat tour with locals.

Last but not least, a famous film “King Kong 2” was produced based on sceneries taken in incredible landscapes around Trang An grottoes in Ninh Binh, Viet Nam.

  • Admiring this spectacular scenery

The scenery in Trang An Grottoes is very similar to Ha Long Bay such as high mountains surrounded by vegetation areas and mantles of water. It makes thousands of tourists surprised

Because every river section, mountain, cave has its own beauty. There is something of the marvelous in all things of nature in Trang An.

  • Economic Development of a Local Area

For many people in Ninh Binh province, tourism is a major source of income for the area, especially ferryman in Trang An. By taking a boat tour at Trang An, you are contributing to the local economy.

Please do not forget the tip for the hard worker who helped you get a great trip. Although that money is just 20,000 VND or 40,000 VND, it still will make them feel happier.

Trang An Grottoes Routes Tour

Take a Trang An tour from Hanoi, you are impressed with both 50 dry grottoes and 50 grottoes of water.

Therefore there are two ways to take a tour, it’s by road or waterway. All the caves may last up to 20 km.

There are many types of tours to choose from for visiting Trang An, but a set of the most interesting grottoes with Trang An boat tour mainly focuses on 12 grottoes: Hang Dia Linh, Hang Toi, Hang Sang, Nau Ruou, Hang Sinh, Si, Ba Giot, Seo, Son Duong, Hang Khong, Tran, Quy Hau.

And 3 spiritual points: Phu Dot, Den Tran, Phu Khong

 

What to see in Trang An Grottes

With more than 3 hours. You get on a rowing boat from the pier and then go through Hang Dia Linh, Hang Toi, Hang Sang, Hang Nau Ruou. You will be dropped off near Tran Temple to climb nearly 500 stone steps to Tran Temple.

After that, you continue being on your boat through Hang Sinh, Hang Si, Ba Giot, Hang Seo, Hang Son Duong and then visit PhuKhong, Bao Hieu temple.

Next, go through Hang Khong, Hang Tran, Hang Quy Hau by rowing boat then return and the trip ends.

Hang  Dia Linh (holy land)

Another name of Hang Dia Linh is “a grotto of treasure”. The name explains the beauty of shining stalactite like a treasure in Hang Dia Linh

Phu Dot

On the way of visiting the next grotto, you can see the ancient architecture of Phu Dot. It lies under the foot of the mountain on your left side. Phu means a place to stay in

Hang Toi (dark grotto)

It’s 320m in length, this grotto has space that looks very tortuous so no lights can illuminate inside. When you are taken to Hang Toi, you see the mystical scene and hear the sound of beating waves.

Hang Sang (opposite to Hang Toi, it means light grotto)

Look out from the grotto, you feel like standing in front of a giant nature frame

Hang Nau Ruou

Hang Nau Ruou is about 250m, as a legend there is a system of very pure water in the grotto that if people use it for producing wine, the flavor of the wine will be fantastic. Therefore they call it Hang Nau Ruou, ruou means wine.

Hang Sinh

The water is very quiet and transparent in Hang Sinh

Hang Si

Why was it named as Hang Si?  Maybe at the beginning of Hang Si, many leaves and roots of Si (the name of a tree) hanging down the grotto.

Hang Ba Giot

Ba Giot means three drops. People said that if you enter Hang Ba Giot and catch 3 droplets dropping down from stalactites, you will catch your luck.

Entrance Fee Ticket 

Visiting Trang An grottoes Ninh Binh, you can by direct ticket from the pier for 200.000 VND/adult (about US $9)

General information for tourists: 

  • A ticket for one person only costs around $10 (adult), and there are 3 water routes to discover (details below)

  • One boat for 5 adults and 1 child in maximum

  • Activities: Sit on the boat, walk

  • Life-jacket provided

  • Snacks or Drinks are on sale by locals

  • Tips for boatman: No compulsory

 

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What to do in Trang An landscape complex

  • Farm Trip In Trang An Landscape Complex

This activity has become a trend in recent years, these special experiences are growing in popularity with tourists.

  • Boat trip to see Trang An Eco-Tourism

You will be immersed yourself in a classic and peaceful space, and have an admiration on the magnificent karst mountains, and mysterious caves. It’s pretty sure to leave you breathless!

  • Sightsee the Trang An Complex from a Helicopter

For the first time ever, visitors could have a bird’s eye view of Trang An in its exotic and majestic beauty within the comfort of a helicopter. There is no better way to fully capture the marvelous scenery of the landscape complex.

  • Kayaking – A new way to discover Trang An complex

Visitors to Trang An Scenic Landscape Complex in the northern province of Ninh Binh can now explore the world's cultural and natural heritage site on kayaks instead of traditional boats.

From Hanoi to Trang An Grottoes tour

Firstly, you need to decide the way you go to Ninh Binh by bus or train from Hanoi. Take a train in early morning may be a good choice for you with a cheap price, however, when you arrive at the train station you need to take a taxi to Trang An grottoes Ninh Binh.

The other way is to go to Ninh Binh by private car or modern bus which drops you off at the tourist destination. To help you with the best convenient way, we do supply transportation service daily from Hanoi to Trang An Ninh Binh. To receive quality service, feel free to contact us with any concerns.

You may be interested in our trip to Trang An - Ninh Binh: Limousine Trang An Hoa Lu Mua Cave 1 Day


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