YEN KHANH COUNTRYSIDE EXPERIENCE – NINH BINH
(9:00 AM – 3:30 PM)
Dear travellers, If you are looking for a real countryside experience in Ninh Binh, far away from the tourist crowds, this day trip to Yen Khanh district will be a perfect choice. Located about 30 km (around 30 minutes’ drive) from Tam Coc, Yen Khanh offers you the chance to explore the quiet charm of the Red River Delta, where traditions are still alive, and local people welcome you with their genuine smiles.
Upon arrival at Phu Hau village, we will be warmly greeted by our local hosts and take a pleasant walk through the small village paths, discovering daily life scenes and simple beauty along the way. A stop will be made at the local market, where you can observe the lively morning atmosphere as villagers trade fresh produce and household goods. We’ll then visit a manual vermicelli workshop, one of the few families who still maintain this traditional craft — turning rice into fine white noodles by hand, just as in the picture above. You’ll also meet craftsmen weaving baskets from water hyacinths or sedge mats, and see how their skill and patience transform simple materials into everyday objects.
This visit is a wonderful opportunity to connect with the local community, learn about their traditional occupations, and gain a deeper understanding of their cultural heritage. Afterwards, we’ll return to the host’s home for a hands-on cooking experience, preparing “Bánh Chưng” – the traditional sticky rice cake made during the Vietnamese New Year. Our host will guide you carefully through each step: cutting the leaves, layering the ingredients, and tying the cakes. And of course, you’ll get to taste the cakes made by yourself afterwards!
To complete the experience, we’ll enjoy a home-cooked lunch with the host family, featuring authentic Vietnamese dishes such as spring rolls, beef stir-fry with five colors, and other seasonal specialties. It’s a simple yet meaningful moment that captures the warm hospitality and genuine spirit of Vietnam’s countryside.
Trip Schedule
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09:00 AM: Depart from Tam Coc and drive about 30 minutes to Yen Khanh district.
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09:30 AM: Arrive at Phu Hau village, meet your local hosts, and start walking through the village.
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10:00 AM: Visit the local market and observe the lively trading activities of the villagers.
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10:30 AM: Stop at a manual vermicelli workshop to learn about this traditional craft still practiced by a few local families.
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11:00 AM: Visit another household where baskets are made from water hyacinths or sedge mats, and learn about these traditional occupations.
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11:45 AM: Return to the host’s home for a hands-on Bánh Chưng making session.
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12:30 PM: Enjoy lunch with the host family, featuring traditional Vietnamese dishes.
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02:00 PM: Relax with tea and chat with your hosts about village life.
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02:30 PM: Say goodbye to the family and drive back to Tam Coc.
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03:30 PM: Arrive in Tam Coc. End of the tour.
What to Bring:
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Camera
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Hat
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Umbrella
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Sunblock
INCLUSIONS:
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Private A/C car transfer
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Local English-speaking tour guide
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Entrance fees, sightseeing tickets, boat tickets
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Lunch (vegetarian and dietary options available)
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1 bottle (500ml) of mineral water per person
EXCLUSIONS:
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Personal drinks & expenses
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Travel insurance
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Tips and gratuities for tour guide/driver (recommended from 10 USD/person)
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