September 2nd Holiday: Journey to Discover Natural Heritage and Historical Imprints - Quang Binh - Quang Tri 2 Days 1 Night
Highlights
This 2-day 1-night tour from Hue takes you on a historical journey through the Quang Tri DMZ (Demilitarized Zone) โ once the frontline dividing North and South Vietnam, followed by a magnificent nature experience in Quang Binh โ home to some of the world's most beautiful caves.
From Hien Luong Bridge and Vinh Moc Tunnels to Phong Nha Cave, Hava Valley, or Bang Onsen Hot Spring, each stop brings its own story and emotions โ enough to make a short trip a deep memory.
The program is designed as an all-inclusive package, suitable for travelers departing from Hue who love a combination of exploration, relaxation, and local cultural experiences.
Detailed itinerary
04:30: The bus and tour guide will pick you up at your hotel in central Hue City. Depart for Quang Binh to begin the journey to discover the World Natural Heritage - Phong Nha - Ke Bang National Park.
07:30 โ 08:00: Arrive at Sovaba's office in Dong Hoi City, rest, and prepare for the exploration journey.
09:00: Arrive at Paradise Cave โ the longest dry cave in Asia, known as the "underground palace" due to its magnificent beauty and splendid, majestic stalactite system.
Guests transfer by electric buggy for about 1.6km through the cool primeval forest, then climb about 500 steps to reach the cave entrance. Begin the journey to explore over 1km inside the cave, home to natural masterpieces created over millions of years. Stalactites in various shapes such as terraced fields, Buddha statues, and palaces appear sparkling under the illuminated lights.
12:00: Transfer to a local restaurant to enjoy lunch featuring local Quang Binh specialties packed with Central Vietnam flavors. Relax on-site before continuing the afternoon itinerary.
13:30: Depart for the Son River boat dock. From here, board a boat cruising upstream along the poetic Son River โ where crystal-clear waters reflect mountains and peaceful villages on both banks. The trip takes you to visit Phong Nha Cave โ the longest wet cave in Southeast Asia.
Here, admire the shimmering and magical beauty of Tien Cave and Cung Dinh Cave branches with countless unique stalactites, glistening like crystal, creating a magical and enchanting scenery.
16:00 โ 17:00: End of the tour, transfer back to your hotel in Phong Nha or Dong Hoi. Check in and rest.
19:00: The vehicle and tour guide pick you up from the hotel and take you to a local restaurant for dinner. Afterwards, enjoy free time to explore at night.
05:30 โ Depart from Dong Hoi
The car and tour guide pick you up at the meeting point in central Dong Hoi City, starting a historical journey back to the heroic land of Quang Tri.
07:30 โ Quang Tri Ancient Citadel
Visit the Ancient Citadel Relic Site โ the site of the fierce 81-day battle during the fiery summer of 1972. The guide explains the historical value, courageous fighting spirit, and sacrifices of thousands of soldiers to protect every inch of the homeland.
08:30 โ Depart for Route 9 โ Da Krong Bridge
Travel along National Highway 9, a road steeped in the historical footprint of the war against the US, connecting East and West Truong Son โ part of the legendary Ho Chi Minh Trail.
10:00 โ Visit Da Krong Bridge
Admire Da Krong Bridge spanning the Da Krong River, associated with campaigns transporting weapons and food to the Southern battlefield.
10:30 โ Ta Con Airport (Khe Sanh)
Arrive at Khe Sanh and visit Ta Con Airport โ a key US military base during the Route 9 โ Khe Sanh Campaign in 1968. Many artifacts remain here, such as aircraft, artillery shells, combat trenches...
11:30 โ Lunch at a local restaurant
13:00 โ Transfer to Vinh Moc Tunnels
Depart toward Vinh Linh coastal area โ home to a spectacular underground tunnel system built to shelter from bombs and protect civilians during the war.
15:00 โ Visit Vinh Moc Tunnels
Explore the 3-story tunnel spanning over 2km โ a living testimony to the resilient spirit of the local military and people of Vinh Linh. Learn about underground life, complete with a hospital, living quarters, meeting room...
16:00 โ Transfer to Hien Luong Bridge โ Ben Hai River
Continue the journey to the historic bridge that divided North and South Vietnam for over 20 years.
17:00 โ Visit Hien Luong Bridge โ Ben Hai River
Listen to presentations about the 17th Parallel, a symbol of division and the longing for national reunification. Take photos at the relic complex featuring highlights like the 17th parallel marker, exhibition house, loudspeakersโฆ
18:00 โ Stop at La Vang Holy Land
Take check-in photos at La Vang Holy Land, after which the vehicle will take you back to Hue.
Included
- 1-night stay at a hotel.
- Modern air-conditioned tourist vehicle traveling according to the itinerary.
- Professional Vietnamese or English-speaking tour guide throughout the trip.
- Entrance tickets to attractions in the tour:
- Phong Nha Cave
- Paradise Cave
- Vinh Moc Tunnels
- Hien Luong Bridge
- Ta Con Airport
- Quang Tri Ancient Citadel
- 2 lunches at standard restaurants valued at 150,000 VND/person.
- Bottled water: 2 bottles/guest/day.
- Cold towels: 2 towels/guest/day.
- Travel insurance, maximum coverage: 20,000,000 VND/guest/incident.
- Sovaba Travel tourist hat.
Not included
- VAT invoice
- Personal expenses, meals, and drinks, sightseeing outside the itinerary.
- Tips for driver and tour guide:
- If you are satisfied with the service of the driver and tour guide, you may tip them at your discretion. This tip is completely optional but customarily starts from a minimum of 50,000 VND/guest/day.
- Compulsory tip for foreign guests: 3 USD/guest/day.
- Immediately after registration (before 30 days prior to departure): 100% deposit forfeit.
- Before 7 days (prior to tour departure): 50% of the total tour cost penalty.
- Before 5 days (prior to tour departure): 75% of the total tour cost penalty.
- Within 5 days (prior to tour departure): 100% of the total tour cost penalty.
- No refund, cancellation, or change is applicable for groups during Holidays and New Year periods.