Ninh Binh tourism in the ripe rice season, which tour is suitable for your budget?

The rice harvest season in Ninh Binh usually lasts 2-3 weeks, which is the ideal time to experience a boat ride to see the river, limestone mountains and vast rice fields.

In June, Ninh Binh enters the most beautiful season of the year. Golden rice fields in Tam Coc, lotus flowers blooming all over Trang An and Hang Mua, creating a peaceful and poetic natural picture.

The golden rice season usually lasts only 2-3 weeks, making it an ideal time to experience a boat ride to see the river, limestone mountains and vast rice fields. At the same time, the lotus lake is also at its most brilliant, attracting tours to take photos, enjoy and explore local cuisine - making Ninh Binh the hottest destination in the North in early summer.

Tam Coc "golden rice season" is one of the destinations loved by many young people - Photo by Pham Thuy Dung

Budget to luxury tours

Faced with the increasing demand for tourism, travel companies such as Vietravel, Saigontourist , Fiditour Travel, Ninh Binh Review Travel, Green Travel, etc. have launched a series of tours to explore the golden season of Ninh Binh. Depending on their needs and budget, visitors can choose a day tour or a 2-3 day stay with prices ranging from 850,000 VND to over 3,800,000 VND.

Ninh Binh Review Travel operates a 1-day tour for young people and students, with prices starting at only 850,000 VND/person, including shuttle bus, Tam Coc boat ticket, visit to Mua Cave, buffet lunch and local tour guide. The tour is a day trip, suitable for those with little time.

Sitting on a boat in the middle of rice fields creates an interesting experience - Photo by Tuyen Parafu

Green Tourism focuses on a 2-day, 1-night eco-experience tour, with the itinerary "Tam Coc - Trang An - Van Long Lotus Pond", priced at about 1,980,000 VND, staying at a homestay in the countryside, cycling, watching water puppetry and taking sunset photos by the lotus lake.

Fiditour designs a relaxing tour for small families, priced from 2,850,000 VND, staying at a 3-star hotel in the center of Ninh Binh City, visiting Bai Dinh, Tam Coc, and Dong Am Tien Pagoda. The tour has a tour guide and a flexible schedule.

Vietravel targets the high-end segment with a 3-day, 2-night tour, priced from VND3,800,000, using high-quality seat buses, 4-star hotels, and special meals such as mountain goat and burnt rice. Highlights include experiencing a lotus boat in Trang An and taking photos of rice fields from the top of Hang Mua.

Saigontourist offers a tour combining relaxation and exploration, priced from 3,500,000 VND, with an itinerary including Trang An - Hang Mua - King Dinh Le Temple - Bai Dinh Pagoda - Van Long Lagoon. The tour is suitable for middle-aged people and groups of tourists who love taking photos and enjoying nature.

Check in Hang Mua - Photo by Chu Duc Giang

Nowadays, many travel companies are increasing the use of local guides who are knowledgeable about the terrain and local culture. They not only help tourists move safely through difficult spots such as Hang Mua, but also bring interesting stories about the history of Hoa Lu, the customs of the Muong people in the buffer zone of Trang An, or the legend of Van Long lagoon.

In addition, local guides also introduce delicious restaurants and traditional craft villages, making the trip not only a scenic discovery but also a cultural connection journey.

Ms. Ngoc Mai (Hanoi) shared: “I chose the 1-day tour to Tam Coc – Hang Mua, leaving early and returning in the afternoon. Although short, it was very satisfying because of the beautiful scenery. I especially liked the part where I sat on a boat watching the rice fields, with rocky mountains on both sides and a river as calm as a mirror in the middle.”

Having experienced a tour of Ninh Binh during the ripe rice season, watching lotus blossoms with both family and friends, travel blogger Huyen Bui advises: “For the elderly, prioritize resort tours, hotels with full amenities, and thoughtful shuttle buses. When traveling with friends, you should choose tours that focus on experiences such as cycling in the fields, rowing a boat to see lotus flowers, and eating at local people's homes.

If you travel alone, you should choose a group tour to save costs and have the opportunity to make friends with people who share the same interests. The most important thing is to understand your needs and choose the right tour."

Don't just look at the price

Talking to Science and Life reporter/ Knowledge and Life newspaper , travel blogger Huyen Bui said that each travel agency serves different customer segments, from budget tours to high-end packages. Therefore, tourists need to research carefully to choose a tour that suits their needs and budget.

Beautiful natural scenery in lotus pond - Photo by Bui Quang Thuy

“Ninh Binh tours are clearly divided, meeting the diverse needs of tourists. Ninh Binh Review Travel is suitable for young people and students thanks to its economical prices, but still has many interesting experiences such as taking a boat to explore Tam Coc, climbing Hang Mua mountain, and enjoying specialty burnt rice.

Green Tourism focuses on tourists who love the combination of nature and culture, with tours including Trang An, Van Long lotus pond and activities such as cycling to explore the countryside. Fiditour targets small families, providing stable services with 3-star hotels and a light schedule. As for tourists who want to relax and experience high-class services, Vietravel and Saigontourist are ideal choices," travel blogger Huyen Bui analyzed.

Lotus flowers spread their fragrance in the middle of a vast lotus pond - Photo by Hiep Hoang

According to Ms. Huyen Bui, when booking a tour, tourists should not only pay attention to the cheap price but also need to carefully study the terms. Some companies do not include entrance fees or surcharges if the itinerary changes due to weather. To avoid risks, choose a reputable company with a hotline and commitment to support when problems arise.

Suggested 5 tourist destinations in Ninh Binh in June

Tam Coc – Bich Dong: Take a boat ride on the Ngo Dong River and admire the golden rice fields on both banks.

Mua Cave: Conquer 500 steps to admire the panoramic view of the rice season and lotus pond from above.

Trang An: Explore the magical cave system – a UNESCO-recognized world heritage site.

Van Long Lagoon: Calm waters, home to many rare bird species.

Thung Nham Bird Garden: Natural ecological space, home to thousands of rare bird species.

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