From Hue: Paradise Cave and Dark Cave Day Tour
ID: GYG882592-1387634
Category:
Country: Vietnam
Duration:
14:00 hours
Description
Explore Paradise Cave and Dark Cave from Hue, marvel at stunning stalactites, and enjoy a thrilling zipline ride over the river.
Itinerary:
03:00: AM - Arrive at Hue Railway Station
Guests gather at Hue Railway Station, ready for the journey to Dong Hoi.
03:34: AM - Departure to Dong Hoi
Board the SE8 train and embark on the journey from Hue to Dong Hoi. Enjoy a relaxing and comfortable train ride.
06:50: AM - Arrival at Dong Hoi Railway Station
Sovaba Travel's vehicle will pick you up at Dong Hoi Railway Station and transfer you to the company office at 15A Phan Boi Chau, Dong Hoi.
08:00: AM - Departure to Phong Nha - Ke Bang National Park
The vehicle will take you to Phong Nha - Ke Bang National Park, with a travel time of approximately one hour. Get ready to explore one of the world’s most renowned natural wonders.
09:00: AM - Paradise Cave Exploration:
• Visitors travel by tram for a distance of 1.6 km, then continue walking up the mountainside to reach the entrance of Thien Duong Cave. Although the entrance is small and narrow, the inside opens up to a large space with ceilings 40-60 meters high, the widest point up to 120 meters. The cool atmosphere inside is like a completely different world compared to the heat of Quang Binh summer.
• A system of wooden stairs leads visitors into a wonderful world full of colors and shapes of stalactites. LED lights gently highlight the landscape without destroying its natural beauty. True to its nickname "Underground Royal Palace", the cave brings amazement with large stalactites, stalagmites and unique rock structures.
11:30: PM - Lunch Break:
After visiting Paradise Cave, you will be invited to a restaurant in the Phong Nha - Ke Bang National Park area to have lunch with local specialties, in a peaceful and airy space.
1:30: PM - Explore Dark Cave:
• You will continue your adventurous journey at Dark Cave tourist area. Conquering the longest two-wire Zipline game in Southeast Asia, visitors will experience the feeling of "flying" over the Chay River to reach Dark Cave.
• Dark Cave offers a special experience with rich darkness. Visitors are equipped with head flashlights and other specialized equipment to safely explore the cave. The main highlight is the mud bath activity in the cave, where visitors can relax in a natural mineral mud pool, bringing benefits to their health and spirit.
• After that, visitors will continue with other recreational activities on Chay River such as short Zipline and Kayaking, enjoying the fresh and cool beauty of the river.
04:00: PM - Return to Dong Hoi:
Guests board the vehicle to return to Dong Hoi City.
05:00: PM - Arrival in Dong Hoi:
The vehicle will pick you up and continue the journey back to Hue.
08:00: PM - Arrival in Hue:
You arrive in Hue, concluding the tour. The driver bids you farewell and looks forward to welcoming you on future journeys.
Highlights
- Discover the natural beauty of the Paradise Cave and Dark Cave in Phong Nha
- Marvel at the unique and intricate formations of stalactites and stalagmites
- Feel the thrill of flying through the air on a zipline ride over the river
- Paddle a kayak through the pristine natural surroundings of the Dark Cave
- Immerse yourself in a natural mud bath inside the Dark Cave
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Wear comfortable clothes and shoes suitable for walking and water activities.
Bring a change of clothes and a towel as you will get wet.
The tour involves moderate physical activity including walking, kayaking, and swimming.
Participants should be in good physical condition.
Not recommended for those with mobility impairments or serious medical conditions.
INCLUDED
- Modern air-conditioned vehicle for sightseeing and transfers from Hue to Dong Hoi throughout the program.
- Vietnamese or English-speaking guide specializing in tours for the entire route.
- One lunch at Phong Nha Restaurant: 150,000 VND per guest per meal.
- Entrance fees to attractions included in the program:
- Admission to Paradise Cave.
- Admission and entertainment at Dark Cave.
- Lavie bottled water 500ml: 2 bottles per guest per day.
- Cold towels: 2 per guest per day.
- Travel insurance with a maximum compensation of 20,000,000 VND per guest per incident.
NOT INCLUDED
- Personal expenses not included in the program.
- A surcharge of 100,000 VND per person applies on public holidays (December 31 - January 1, April 29-30, May 1-2, December 24-25, and Lunar New Year).
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
