Northern Vietnam · Vietnam
Ninh Binh
Photo: Tuan Mai · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia Commons
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The "overland Ha Long Bay": karst pinnacles, rice fields and pagodas around Tam Coc.
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November, December, January
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August, July
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Ninh Binh, about two hours south of Hanoi, is often nicknamed the "land Ha Long Bay" for its limestone karsts, which emerge not from the sea but from rice fields and winding rivers.
Tam Coc and Trang An by boat
The rivers of Tam Coc and Unesco-listed Trang An are explored by rowboat, gliding between karst peaks and through natural caves.
Pagodas and caves
Mua Cave, reached by a steep staircase, offers a panorama over the whole valley, while several old pagodas dot the region.
Ninh Binh is easily reached by train or bus from Hanoi (about 2 hours); April as well as October-November stay the best windows, between green rice fields and the golden harvest.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Ninh Binh?
The best months are November, December, January.
When should you avoid Ninh Binh?
Avoid the wettest months: August, July.