Silk weaving village - Trang An - Mua Cave

🧵 A Journey of Craft, Nature & Viewpoints: Silk Weaving Village – Trang An – Mua Cave

Dear Amazing Traveler,

Welcome to Ninh Binh — where traditional craftsmanship, natural beauty, and breathtaking viewpoints come together in one unforgettable journey! This one-day itinerary is perfect for travelers who love authentic local culture, peaceful nature, and a bit of adventure.

1. Silk Weaving Village (Nam Dinh – now part of Ninh Binh Province)

Our day begins at the Silk Weaving Village, about 50 km from Tam Coc boat station. This peaceful village lies in the former Nam Dinh province — a land long known as one of northern Vietnam’s cultural and handicraft centers. Nam Dinh is famous for its traditional villages that preserve centuries-old crafts such as silk weaving, wood carving, and fish sauce making.

Here, you’ll step into the world of silk artisans — watching how shimmering threads are spun from silkworm cocoons, dyed in natural colors, and woven into soft, luxurious fabric. The rhythmic sound of looms fills the air as skilled weavers bring life to every piece. It’s not just fabric — it’s art, culture, and the beauty of patience passed down through generations.

2. Trang An Scenic Landscape Complex

Next, we’ll head to Trang An, a UNESCO World Heritage site often called “Ha Long Bay on land.” Board a traditional sampan boat and glide through emerald waterways framed by towering limestone mountains and lush valleys.
As you pass through mysterious caves and quiet waterways, every moment feels like a scene from a painting — peaceful, poetic, and full of wonder.

Trang An Scenic Landscape Complex

3. Mua Cave Viewpoint

Mua Cave Viewpoint

We’ll end our day with a visit to Mua Cave (Hang Múa), one of the most spectacular viewpoints in Ninh Binh. Climb nearly 500 stone steps that wind up the limestone mountain, and you’ll be rewarded with a panoramic view of Tam Coc’s rice fields and winding rivers below. It’s the perfect spot to capture the beauty of Ninh Binh as the sun casts its golden glow over the valley — a view that stays in your heart long after you leave.

Trip Schedule

8:00 AM – Pick-up at your hotel in Ninh Binh City.
(If your hotel is outside the city or in Tam Coc/Trang An areas, a small surcharge may apply.)
9:00 AM – Visit the Silk Weaving Village and learn about the traditional silk-making process.
11:00 AM – Drive to Trang An.
12:00 PM – Enjoy a delicious Vietnamese lunch at a local restaurant.
1:30 PM – Take a 2.5-hour boat trip through Trang An’s scenic waterways.
4:30 PM – Visit Mua Cave and climb to the panoramic viewpoint.
5:30 PM – Return to your hotel with beautiful memories of Ninh Binh.

Trang An boat: 4 people per boat as standard. If you prefer a private boat (1–2 people), an additional 20 USD applies.
When visiting temples or pagodas, please dress respectfully: shirts with sleeves and pants or skirts that cover the knees.

What to Bring:

Camera
Hat
Umbrella
Sunblock

INCLUSIONS:

Private A/C car transfer
Local English-speaking tour guide
Entrance fees, sightseeing tickets, boat tickets
Lunch (vegetarian and dietary options available)
1 bottle (500ml) of mineral water per person

EXCLUSIONS:

Personal drinks & expenses
Travel insurance
Tips and gratuities for tour guide/driver (recommended from 10 USD/person)

POLICIES & OTHER INFORMARION

Group size	Fully inclusive tour (USD/PAX)	Car only (USD/CAR)
01 person	105	4–7-seat car
02 people	68	7-seat car
03 people	55	7-seat car
04 people	50	7-seat car
04 people	55	16-seat car
From 05 and up	Max 50	16-seat car

Children Price Free of charge for babies (0 – 3 years old) Children from 4 to under 8 years old: 75% of adult rate Child from 9 years must pay the full adult rate

Cancellation by Customer
More than 7 days before arrival: 10% of total tour price. Within 1 day to 7 days before arrival: 30% of total tour price. Within 12 hours to 24 hours before starting time: 50% of total tour price. Within 12 hours before starting time: 75% of total tour price. Pick-up service
For group tour: the pick-up time will be flexible within 15 minutes (For example: For dinner time, the pick- up time will be between 17.45 and 18.15). Since we have to do several pick-up places, so your patience is always appreciated. For private tour: the pick-up time is up to the guest, it is customization The hotel pick-up must be at in city central area, in case your hotel accommodation is outside of this area, please kindly inform us about that.

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