Itinerary

BINH LIEU COGONGRASS FLOWER SEASON

Time: 2 days 1 night / Vehicle: Car / Departure: every Saturday

The season of Binh Lieu reed grass begins in early winter, usually in a short period from late October to mid-November. When the reed flowers bloom in full white, it is also the time when Binh Lieu welcomes the first cool breezes. When they first bloom, the reed flowers are pure white, growing in clusters. After a while, the flowers gradually turn yellow and fall off with the wind.

DAY 01: HA NOI – BINH LIEU – REED HILL                  ( – / L /D) 

06h30: Car and tour guide pick up the group at the Opera House and depart for Binh Lieu (about 260km from Hanoi). On the way, the group stops at V23 Hung Yen station on the Hai Phong highway for breakfast. Then the group continues to get on the car to Quang Ninh.

11h30: The group arrived at Binh Lieu Town and get to the restaurant for lunch.

13h00: You will get on the bus to visit the first point in Binh Lieu, which is Marker 1297 of the Vietnam – China border. This is known as the most beautiful Reed Grass Paradise in Vietnam (most beautiful from mid-October to November every year). Here, the group can freely check in and take pictures of the endlessly blooming white Reed Grass hills.

16h00: The group got on the bus and returned to their rooms to rest.

19h00: Enjoy dinner with specialties such as: local chicken, stream fish, five-color sticky rice, dong vermicelli… Free to explore the border town at night. Overnight in Binh Lieu.

DAY 02: DINOSAUR BACK RIDGE TOP – HA NOI     (B / L / – )

06h30: You will check out and have breakfast at the restaurant.

07h15: The group boarded the bus to continue the journey to conquer the Dinosaur’s Back ridge top (where landmark 1305 is located). Located on the border patrol road, in Hoanh Mo commune (Binh Lieu), border landmark 1305 is the highest landmark not only in Binh Lieu but also in Quang Ninh province. It takes about 1.5 to 2 hours to climb to the landmark.

10h30: Back to the bus to depart for Binh Lieu town.

11h30: You return to the restaurant for lunch. Free time to relax.

14h00: The group gets on the bus to Hanoi. Arrive in Hanoi. End of Binh Lieu tour program. See you again!

TOUR PRICE

Included:

• Transportation: a 7-45 seater bus for the entire itinerary.
• A bottle of water/pax/day on the bus 
• Accommodation: One night in a hotel in Binh Lieu town
• Meals: Three main meals (lunch, dinner, and breakfast) and one breakfast, with specific meal allowances
• A bottle of water / day served on bus
• Guide: A Vietnamese or English-speaking guide throughout the tour.

Excluded:

• Taxes: VAT invoices (if required, additional fees may apply)..
• Single room surcharge (250.000d / pax)
• Beverages: Drinks during meals and other beverages at the restaurants and hotels
• Other Expenses: Any services or costs not mentioned in the itinerary.
• TIPS: minimum $3/day x 2 day = $6/passenger/trip

Children policy

• Infants (1-4 years old): Free, but parents are responsible for all expenses.
• Children (5-9 years old): 75% of the adult price.
• Children 10 years and older: Pay the full adult price.

Important Notes:

• Documents: Guests must bring valid identification (ID card or passport) and, for children under 14, a birth certificate.
• Health: It’s recommended to bring medications for common ailments like stomach upset and fever.
• Vegetarian: Vegetarian guests should bring their own food if necessary.
• Itinerary Changes: The tour guide may adjust the itinerary to accommodate weather conditions or other factors.
• Small Groups: For groups of 10 or fewer, the driver may also serve as the guide.
• Luggage: Due to the mountainous terrain, it’s advisable to pack light.
• Homestays: Guests should bring personal items for their stay at the homestay.
• Drop-off: The tour ends at the Hanoi Opera House.
• Health and Liability: Guests are responsible for their own health and any pre-existing medical conditions. The tour operator is not liable for any losses or injuries.

 (*) Customer Responsibilities::

• Customers are solely responsible for their health and chronic conditions (cardiovascular diseases, high blood pressure, diabetes, osteoporosis, etc.), congenital diseases, underlying diseases, HIV/AIDS, mental and neurological disorders, pregnancy, etc., which are not covered by insurance. If necessary, customers must sign a declaration of their health conditions before participating in the tour. The tour organizer is not responsible for any cases where customers fail to declare their health conditions, provide false information, or for any circumstances beyond the scope of the tour insurance.
• Customers must take care of their personal belongings at all times and in all places during the trip. The tour organizer is not responsible for any loss of money, valuables, airline tickets, or personal belongings of customers during the trip.